Hyundai i30 In-Depth Review 2021 - Most Refined Family Hatchback?

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If, in choosing a Focus-sized Family Hatchback, you merely want to buy a very good one and pay as little as possible for it, then Hyundai has a proposition for you - its third generation i30, now much improved. The more efficient engines now feature mild hybrid tech, plus there's a smarter look both inside and out and extra safety kit and media connectivity. Overall, it's certainly a more competitive proposition than before. Spacious, sensibly-specced and value-laden, this is one car that all the other big volume manufacturers are keeping their eye on.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00​​​​ Introduction
00:41 Background
03:04 Driving Experience
09:56 Design & Build
23:44 Market & Model Range
37:03 Cost of Ownership
42:50​​​ Summary
Background
Cast your mind back to 2007. That was the year the very first Hyundai i30 family hatchback appeared, a Focus-sized model that completely changed the way we thought about Korean cars. Since then, this Asian maker has transformed itself from budget brand to the point where it's now a mainstream quality choice. Can this significantly improved MK3 model i30 help Hyundai progress further in its relentless march to full automotive credibility?
It's very firmly a product of evolution rather than revolution. But there's an upgraded engine line-up including a more efficient 1.5-litre T-GDI petrol powerplant. Buyers also get a high-tech dual-clutch 7-speed automatic transmission option. And cutting-edge standards of electronic safety and media connectivity. It all sounds quite promising doesn't it? But then, if this i30 is going to be able to keep pace in this closely-fought segment, it's going to need to be.
Driving Experience
Quite a lot's changed with this revised model on the engine front. The volume 1.0-litre T-GDI 120PS petrol unit can now be ordered with 7-speed auto transmission for the first time. But the key news is that this volume 1.0-litre petrol unit is now available with 48-volt Mild Hybrid technology for better fuel efficiency and for the first time with an eClutch 6-speed iMT Intelligent Manual Transmission (iMT). iMT decouples the engine from the transmission after the driver releases the accelerator. This allows the car to enter into two possible levels of coasting depending on the conditions. With the first level, the engine is idling. With the second level, the engine is additionally temporarily turned off to save even more fuel. For those who prefer to drive automatic, the 48-volt Mild Hybrid option is also available with a 7-speed dual clutch transmission. The 136PS version of the 1.6-litre diesel also gets the 48-volt mild hybrid set-up - and the same two-way transmission choice.
There's an all new engine too, a 1.5-litre T-GDI petrol unit with 160PS at the top of the range, which also gets the 48-volt mild hybrid tech. This powerplant is only fitted to the sporty 'N-Line' model. At the top of the range, an improved version of the i30 N hot hatch continues with a 2.0 T-GDI petrol unit developing 280PS. Across the i30 range, Hyundai has improved its SmartSense advanced safety package with 'Lane Following Assist, ' 'Rear Collision-avoidance Assist' and 'Leading vehicle Departure Alert'.
Design and Build
There's a choice of three i30 bodystyles, a five-door hatch, a 'Tourer' estate and a sleeker five-door 'Fastback' model. Either way, the front is characterised by a wider-looking, more modern stance. The wider grille features an accentuated 3D pattern that emphasises what Hyundai hopes is a more agile look. It's flanked by restyled, slimmer headlamps with optional multifaceted reflector MFR LED technology and smarter V-shaped signature LED daytime running lights. At the rear, the i30 5-door hatch is now enhanced with a fresh bumper design, which was developed to improve aerodynamic performance. The LED rear combination lamps create a V-shape for a symmetrical effect between the front and the back. As before, 53% of the underlying framework is fashioned from Advanced High Strength Steel.
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[@rogerburn5132]

Reed all 13 coments that could help you

[@JB-ki9ql]

I have the pre facelift version and it's never gave me a days trouble,it's a very comfortable car.Great review mate

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No worries, glad you enjoyed it 👍

[@kubek555]

I have i30 Fastback and it is superb when it comes to ride comfort. Very good for long drives

[@sjcap4233]

The I30n is Fantastic. Also much better Reliability than the Golf.

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Great to hear! Are you thinking about getting a new car soon?

[@danabella6540]

Beautiful car indeed. Excellent review as usual.

[@Sarkubocael]

helllo, i was wondering does the i30 Family Estate (wagon) with 1.5 TGD-I mild hybrid always come with iMT and does it have a clutch or is the clutch electric and automatic?

[@joshbacon8241]

32:11 - Why isn’t the i30 Tourer offered in N-Line trim in the UK? From what I’ve heard before, this may be because there wouldn't be sufficient demand for the Tourer in N-Line trim?

[@CB-RADIO-UK]

Nice car but its starting to look a bit dated now esp inside. Great review with good detail not found elsewhere.

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Thanks for watching, Fred! Thinking about getting a new car soon?

[@tamasvarga67]

I find the ‘dated look’ awesome. Physical buttons and knobs where needed no ‘touch only’ nonsense.

[@drLazyEvil]

Hows the DCT transmission in 2nd gen reliability-wise?

[@slugger7440]

Mic issues or is it really that loud in there?

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Apologies for the mic issues, Hector. Which parts of the video are you referring to? We're always looking to improve our content 👍

[@slugger7440]

@@OsvUkVehicleSupply during the driving bit it just sounded awfully rumbly. Just wondered if the car is just purely insulated?

[@038mike038]

Is this realy the “amazon grey” or is it the “silky bronze”?

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[@sneakyfildy]

I like cat ears on the front logo

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Hi Alexey, are you interested in getting a new Hyundai?

[@macbookboy2]

Hyundai is Korean not Asian as me mentions ?

[@TheMisterB2u]

Last week Hyun day,this week it's pronounced Hyun dee- can we agree on what it is pronounced in it's native Korea ?!