Hyundai i30 N DCT review: FAST 0-100 and full details! | Wheels Australia

How quick is the new Hyundai i30 N DCT? And has adding an automatic improved or hampered one of our favourite hot hatches? Alex beats Hyundai's official 0-100kmh claim and explains why the new i30 N is one of his favourite performance cars! If you like this video, hit SUBSCRIBE! We'll have a new video every Tuesday and Thursday. You can read the article here: www.whichcar.com.au/reviews/2...
0:00 Intro
0:59 Price
1:46 Exterior design
4:10 Exhaust pipes & sound
4:29 Interior front
5:10 Technology
5:58 Equipment
6:38 Safety
7:36 Engine & power
9:00 Launch control
10:42 Gear box
14:00 Drive modes & handling
18:00 Brakes
18:39 Conclusion
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[@WheelsAustralia]

Do you prefer an i30 n or a VW Golf GTI? Leave your comment below! You can read the article here: www.whichcar.com.au/reviews/2022-hyundai-i30-n-dct-review-first-drive

[@nickgentile4574]

I’m a staunch VW fan. Couldn’t wait for the Mk8 to come out. (As I missed the boat on the final Mk7 R) BUT having tested the I30N and the Mk8 the only things in my mind separating them is fun vs cost. Annnnd the I30N seems to win on both accounts. If you haven’t tested one, I recommend it. It is surprisingly good.

[@alexinwood2723]

@@nickgentile4574 totally agree Nick. I own a Mk5 GTI and have a soft spot for all VW hot hatches but this updated N is seriously capable, loads of fun and a fair whack cheaper…

[@351tgv]

Neither, the Focus ST is still beat in this class period.

[@airii]

On the eLSD, it's not an e diff. It's an electronically controlled mechanical LSD on this car. Nice review otherwise.

[@SinanTrance]

@@351tgv Best in class in what way? It has the worst transmission in the segment, it isn't the most powerful, it isn't the quickest in a straight line or on a track, and the interior is typical Ford. It's not really cheaper either, with the prices going up since the RS production was stopped. In fact, if you prefer the manual, the base i30N is still the cheapest car in the segment.

[@itsTRSTN]

I’ve watched almost every review of this car and this is by far the best

[@alexinwood2723]

Glad you enjoyed it 👍🏼 I had fun making it. Fantastic little car

[@itsTRSTN]

@@alexinwood2723 Good to hear. Hopefully will get to see another review by you for the i20N soon 😊

[@alexinwood2723]

@@itsTRSTN shouldn’t have to wait too long! I20 N due here next month so hopefully I’ll get my hands on one v soon. Really excited for that car

[@cocosloan3748]

Have you ever tested Suzuki Swift Sport ?

[@telelaci2]

There is another awesome ozzie review from "Ross Reviews". He is so enthusiastic. This one is very good too. I just don't understand something. Australia/Europe gets i30N. But U.S. gets Veloster N. Why ? Who decided that ?

[@tolgaetci9539]

For 20 years ago i could never ever imagine hyundai would make the best hot hatch....but now, yes they did it...

[@JYLFishing]

Gatta feel sorry for everyone who says “its only a Hyundai” 😆 Still living the 80s and can’t let go.

[@WheelsAustralia]

Hyundai’s transformation has been incredible. i20 N will also be a cracker, and Kona N too

[@fredperry9235]

My present car is a Hyundai. Shopping for another. It's between this and Kia or Skoda. Very happy with my Hyundai

[@351tgv]

hey guess what? ITS STILL A HYUNDAI ... and no I don't feel sorry for saying that.

[@joeykiller]

@@351tgv well its us who feel sorry for you dgaf what you feel

[@chiangmaiwalker1561]

@@351tgv you are just feeling sad, but will eventually get over it. Hope you feel better soon.

[@tobylee4736]

Having owned an I30N, the other good thing is Hyundai really did a good job engaging with the fans and the community is pretty good. Would really recommend people to try it, or own it.

[@alexinwood2723]

That’s true, Toby. Hyundai does a great job in that regard

[@Mr.Thermistor7228]

whyd you get rid of it?

[@tobylee4736]

@@Mr.Thermistor7228 because I like the GR yaris more

[@antford7004]

Great review. I picked mine up 4 weeks ago and haven’t stopped smiling. I have the same Engine Red DCT Premium with S/Roof. I was so close to going with a Focus ST, but this is way more exciting and fun. Keep up the good work…..

[@WheelsAustralia]

Great buy Ant. And excellent decision in the spec. I reckon I’d go for exactly that too, or maybe the white… You made the right call over the Focus ST. It’s a good car but the i30 is a great one

[@Damo1998]

I picked up my i30N dct yesterday. 0 regrets.

[@alexinwood2723]

Excellent purchase! What made you choose the DCT over the manual? And what spec did you go for?

[@Damo1998]

@@alexinwood2723 i went for top spec premium w/ sunroof. I picked the auto because of the extra saftey features. I can drive manual but i fell in love with the dct when i test drove it.

[@alexinwood2723]

@@Damo1998 nice. Premium with sunroof is the one I’d choose too. Having spent more time in the DCT since, I’m 50:50 on which transmission I’d go! Both are excellent. Hope you enjoy the car!

[@Damo1998]

@@alexinwood2723 Thanks mate!

[@mattlincoln676]

Phenominal review bro, keep it up👍

[@petridhskyriakos]

Excellent footage & very thorough presentation-congratulations!!!

[@alexinwood2723]

Thanks 🙏

[@bradl6360]

Best review of the new N by far. Thank you

[@WheelsAustralia]

Glad you enjoyed it Brad! Cheers for watching. Alex will have a new review like this every week.

[@joep65ck]

Took one for a day test drive….it’s a beast. And the crackle and pops are addictive.

[@GeeeEm61]

After subscribing to Wheels for the last 20 or so years this is the first online Wheels review I’ve come across. Not that I’ve been specifically looking, mind you. Well done on the good review. Certainly a lot of thought and consideration has been put into this car by Hyundai. Thinking I’d go for the sedan N though, based on reviews and comments comparing the two.

[@ashallen4real]

Love this car. Ordered one in shadow grey with sunroof and should arrive next month. Thanks for the great review

[@WheelsAustralia]

Good choice, you'll love it! A great road car but will also be a hoot on track

[@AshriGC]

Just ordered mine so excited

[@enc8611]

I don’t know a lot about cars but my girlfriend really wanted this car so we’ve put our name on the waiting list for a manual white with sunroof, I only drive auto so am looking forward to learning the skill of manual driving and enjoying this car!

[@MaxT80]

I just bought this car today! I got the 2021 i30 N Premium in Performance Blue in DCT. I'm pretty excited to pick it up in a few days time :)

[@reubens1]

Went out looking for a Ford Focus RS, but settled for the N. Picked up my Polar white DCT premium with sunroof on Saturday... LOVE IT!!!

[@alexinwood2723]

Both are excellent hatches, Reubens, and you won’t be disappointed with the i30! And great choice with the Polar white. It contrasts nicely with the spoiler and alloys. Are you planning on any track days?

[@reubens1]

@@alexinwood2723 The white and black contrast is exactly why I've chosen this colour. I would absolutely love to take it to the track, after I hit the 1000km mark... 😉

[@shuolangliu304]

wasn't RS discontinued a while ago?

[@danielk2834]

Love it 😍 absolutely can’t wait to own one of these beasts!

[@WheelsAustralia]

It’s a brilliant hot hatch!

[@JTisMickey]

Ordered mine and just waiting on delivery😍 can't wait

[@WheelsAustralia]

Jealous! What spec did you go for?

[@JTisMickey]

@@WheelsAustralia Premium Manual in the Performance Blue! Awesome vid by the way, I've been watching alot of them and you've got the goods.

[@alexinwood2723]

@@JTisMickey excellent choice. You’ll really enjoy that car. And be sure to take it to a circuit at least once. They’re a ball when you let them move around a bit. And thanks for the kind words 👍🏼 More videos are coming so stay tuned!

[@kingqueen9079]

Good speaking , good explanation , well done !!

[@WheelsAustralia]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the review. It's an excellent car

[@sreedharnj9496]

You are my second favourite car reviewer after mat watson…good work mate👍

[@alexinwood2723]

Thanks mate! Glad you enjoyed it. Plenty more vids coming soon

[@ndhkroatien999]

5 seconds is impressive, I have pre ordered the i20N though. wanted something smaller and lighter also manual of course but this DCT i30n is very nice

[@alexinwood2723]

i20 N should be a cracking car. Nice. I’m looking forward to driving one for the channel!

[@lexman8678]

That in car timer isn't accurate it's probably out by 4 kmh by speedo error so the 5.4 second factory claim is correct

[@shannonbartnicke3260]

Brilliant presentation

[@Mr.Thermistor7228]

i absolutely agree it is the best looking hatch on the market right now

[@elmin2323]

The best video on the i30n

[@ellewebmedia]

Love your passion Alex! Awesome car.

[@Clarky_AU]

My preference is sitting in my driveway, I upgraded from the pre-facelift to the facelift DCT i30N

[@WheelsAustralia]

Awesome purchase. There’s a noticeable difference isn’t there? Engine feels punchier. What colour/spec did you go for?

[@Clarky_AU]

​@@WheelsAustralia Big difference between the 2, i feel the preface-lift was the "beta" version of what Hyundai was visioning for the I30N. The face-lift really feels like what Hyundai wanted to release from the get go. I went the Non Premium DCT in Shadow Grey, i didn't want a sunroof so unfortunately i miss out on the new seats, but the standard cloth seats are still fine.

[@WheelsAustralia]

@@Clarky_AU that’s exactly what I thought while driving the car. Release the first one, then realise the full potential with the facelift. Great buy, hope you enjoy the car and let it loose on the occasional track day!

[@xXYannuschXx]

@@Clarky_AU "Big difference between the 2, i feel the preface-lift was the "beta" version of what Hyundai was visioning for the I30N." From what I gathered this is pretty spot on, the FL i30N fixed pretty much all of the "flaws" of the pre FL.

[@Senninha1960]

Werribee South for the test drive drive ay 👍🏼 I had a low side on one of those corners due to dirty tarmac... nice sequence of corners though.

[@alexinwood2723]

Yep, you nailed it! Not a bad little spot but the dirt that’s dragged onto the road by tractors is definitely an issue. And not conducive to quick 0-100 times in a front-driver 🤣 It’s a seriously quick jigger on a clean surface though! Hope your low side wasn’t too serious?

[@Senninha1960]

@@alexinwood2723 it's a good surface for keeping you on your toes.. I limped away with cuts and bruises, full gear save my ass TBH the Duke didn't fair to well though. Keep up the honest reviews mate, your not trying to emulate anyone else in your delivery too which is so hard to find in Moto journalism these days 👍🏼👍🏼

[@alexinwood2723]

@@Senninha1960 cheers mate, have been shooting lots lately so expect plenty more reviews! And bugger about the Duke. Glad you were mostly okay though. Proper gear is so important

[@IssaTeg]

Best I30n review by far!

[@alexinwood2723]

Cheers! Glad you enjoyed it

[@judet8290]

Love the illuminated N logos on the seats

[@WheelsAustralia]

Me too. So many little touches throughout that remind me of BMW. The Biermann influence is strong. Optional seats are also better than regular ones IMO

[@Showmetheevidence-]

I’m with you on the wheels… but didn’t know they’re forged too! Sweet cos I’m about to buy an i30n

[@STREETMACHINETV]

Cannot wait to try this

[@WheelsAustralia]

Swing us the keys to one of your project cars and we’re down for a swap!

[@fosho331]

Beautiful car. Needs to be in the US

[@shaheenevans]

owned a mark 6 gti and I’d go this over the new golf - dct in shadow grey with sunroof so my boys can use it !

[@WheelsAustralia]

Great spec! I’d also go for the sunroof and the optional seats

[@andynater1885]

You can clearly see Albert Biermann's input here, very good machine, a test with this vs Megane RS and BMW 128ti would be good Alex?

[@WheelsAustralia]

Definitely. Biermann DNA is very apparent, which is excellent. And we actually tested i30 N with Megane RS last week for MOTOR so keep an eye out for that comparison. Good shout on including 128ti though!

[@malcolmscott4150]

Excellent news thx Alex

[@afrikengunner]

It's not just Albert the whole team that run N is German two from BMW and two from Audi hence the cars looks

[@markbrix9385]

Yep, same with Kia Stinger. It is very wise of them to cooperate with the Germans.

[@ShufflerBluey]

I had a mark 6 gti previously and currently in a 2018 swift sport, good fun, but more of a warm hatch then hot hatch. Just ordered the i30n DCT, can't wait, unfortunately 6-12 months waiting time for delivery at the moment in brissy :(

[@browndj77]

Great car - ideal for people that love their cars and modifications. Would be great to have air cond in rear and cooling for front seats.

[@WheelsAustralia]

Agreed David. On all counts!

[@damienfrizzell9394]

Sedan n

[@shaneb3589]

I'm sure others have mentioned this also but the premium versions also get a auto dimming rearview mirror where the base still has old school manual style!

[@WheelsAustralia]

Interesting. I didn't know that. Thanks for pointing it out

[@bruunm1975]

About to upgrade from our 2016 GTi Perfomance. Which I love... sounds silly, but I hate manual handbrake ;) Love the auto handbrake on GTI... Also would have like to have digital dials. Test driving one this week.

[@JonNewell]

There is rear ventilation via ducts under the front seats, they work great.

[@malcolmscott4150]

Great family hot hatch in a shrinking market sector love that it exists but would I buy one - not sure as RS300 Megane would be my first choice followed by a GTI Clubsport Golf if it were available here - great launching and driving Alex 👍

[@alexinwood2723]

Cheers Malcolm. It’s a shame the segment is shrinking in Oz because the metal is better than ever. The best bit is each contender has its own personality so there’s a flavour for most tastes

[@jacobbby93]

Any chance on a kona N review? Love this one!

[@chiquicat1]

In a few months do you reckon you will get tired of the exhaust pops? I feel it would annoy me eventually.

[@420hansol]

we need this car in US like yesterday

[@WheelsAustralia]

You’re definitely missing out!

[@ComedicInc]

Congratulations on becoming a dad! It's definitely the best job despite the overtime and lack of sleep 😉

[@alexinwood2723]

Thanks! New addition arrives in 2 weeks. Nervous and excited 😬

[@matts7048]

Does it play exhaust noise through the speakers? Hate that on some cars

[@LiquidBlackWolf]

I just ordered the i30 N-line stationcar.. sure its just the N-line and not an N.. but if you want a "spoty" stationcar for family.. its pretty neat.

[@ronburgundy4375]

Here in the states they called it an elantra gt I believe... they need to bring this here and rock out a 350hp awd version it needs a little bit of refinement especially on some of the styling but it's a dope car

[@impreziv6085]

I would never buy a GTi MK8 over this car. Not because its rubbish but because it is no where near as much fun and doesn't have anywhere near the character of this car. Personally in the N I find the suspension setting in Normal is good enough on uneven roads to be comfortable. It is softer than my old 2019 WRX and I would say the Sport setting is on par with it. There is way too much gloss piano black around the dash in the GTi and looks tacky to me. I also don't like the look of the MK8 Gti , the 7.5 was way better looking. Gti wheels- YUK. Buggy infotainment system - no thanks. Over 60K drive away -no thanks. I30N DCT is way better and cheaper if you like to drive an exciting car that makes you feel good and puts a smile on your face while driving and long afterwards too. Thumbs up from me. That's why I bought one. Got mine in white.

[@WheelsAustralia]

Good points, well made! Congrats on your purchase. I’d spec mine in white too. With the premium pack and sunroof 👍🏼 Enjoy your car. Will you track it?

[@impreziv6085]

@@WheelsAustralia Mine was a Premium pack with sunroof :-) No plans to track this car. I had a 2005 WRX from new that was heavily modified that I did a lot of tarmac rally stuff with up until a couple of years ago. Sort of lost a bit of interest in it so this is going to be a daily with just cosmetic mods. Its cheaper that way too ;-)

[@turbanelite]

The manual is 33kg lighter than the DCT, and the base trim is 61kg lighter than premium trim with sun roof. So base manual model is near 100kg lighter than the sun roof DCT!

[@BojanBojovic]

How is the steering? Is it slow and boring like Golf, or fast and precise like Giulietta, or somewhere in between?

[@320HPDCT]

Fuel consumption when u Drive Sporty?

[@bob6168able]

Would like a review back to back with Focus ST 2022!

[@WheelsAustralia]

Great suggestion! We actually shot a drag race between those two for the MOTOR channel yesterday, so keep an eye out for that one

[@MikeStevens]

Gonna need Louis to hand our long-termer over to me right away lol

[@WheelsAustralia]

And then head straight to the nearest circuit. Will be an absolute hoot at somewhere like Haunted Hills…

[@DaKasten]

I am going to order the Facelift in November. Not sure about the transmission. I love manuals, but the dct is really good too. What would you consider, I can't decide 😊🙌

[@WheelsAustralia]

Great decision. Transmission is really tricky. Manual is more fun but DCT is substantially quicker and includes NGS etc. I'm actually 50:50 on it and change my mind every day!

[@tomnagle9415]

Will the DCT be available to p platers in NSW? Been on the service NSW website and all I can see is the manual version which is banned?

[@joshlambert9100]

It’s the same for the DCT. It’s all about the power to weight rather than the gearbox and this is still above the threshold for p platters.

[@richardledesma1675]

Ohhhh mannnn how I wish they would make these in the US they are so dope and practical ! I’m going to have to see if I can import one from Germany or Australia cuz I can’t deal with not having it

[@vkmyip]

In US, it is called Veloster N , but with 3 doors, only single door in the driver side.

[@nigel_white]

I wish we could get this in Canada. But at least we do get the Veloster N.

[@dakida007]

Just wanted to thank Hyundai for not putting in the stupid auto start stop function that you need to turn off every time you drive most other performance hatches

[@rideswithhoover9789]

I was so close to buying one , but banged my money on my mortgage.

[@aussiesoldier0177]

Looks sexy AF!....I'll be buying one next year when I upgrade my car. The red looks great but im keen on a white one!. Imo a way better buy than the GTI

[@andyl2991]

They need to bring this car to Canada 🇨🇦

[@flintdxb7514]

Any idea how long before you can push the NGS button again after the 20 seconds is up?

[@user-bv8if7jn8n]

40 sec

[@infectedN8]

What about daily use ?

[@danielhao5595]

One thing I don't like about the facelift is the placement of the camera. It was more natural before.

[@glennbot4992]

Did you use NGS when recording the 0-100km/h in 5.0 seconds?

[@WheelsAustralia]

I actually didn’t have NGS activated on that run Glenn. I used it on others but the 5.0sec time was a perfect storm of ideal wheel slip, grip and launch revs

[@martindixon4238]

@@WheelsAustralia What did you find were the optimum revs to use on launch?

[@alikdouh6679]

Is this car a n line or n line performance dct

[@Pabs502]

Awesome car

[@whelangc]

Whilst Hyundai is cool with Warranty on the Track , what insurer covers you for the track ?

[@megageek8509]

You get track day insurance from a specialist insurer.

[@Goggleboxdreams]

Nice.

[@rodbrown8306]

Probably toning down launch control to 2500 rpm for less wheel spin might be better?

[@ferrarikangaroo9271]

Great review. Please review the manual (real) version of this car as well!

[@ArisHDi]

I Dont know what to do. My inner self wants an e92 335i but my heart is pumping i30N vibes.

[@23pyromaniac]

I want this in an AWD wagon

[@madrx2]

Those times are going off the cars computer are they not, I’d like to see them on dragy or vbox

[@paulhumphreys8500]

Yeah fully agree.

[@rsconrado]

Indicators should be LED too. Sadly the manufacturer decided bulbs fitted … Except that nice car.

[@damienfrizzell9394]

Get the sedan n it has rear air vents

[@mathewbrown4085]

Can it take a towbar trailer

[@JustMe-pq7je]

Not bad. I don't think i could get used to that fire works crackle. It just sounds obnoxious.

[@davidgriggs3967]

Wait till the AWD version comes out

[@axelarkin644]

This or new Focus ST?

[@amitsahu4732]

India me kab launch hogi

[@deewoo82]

why you have orange color, why we cannot choose?

[@DARDKOPF]

A car you can only drive in Australia and other countrys where the fuel is cheap. In Germany you pay 2,70-2,75$ per litre at the moment and in a few months/years it will be 3,20$.

[@jayonefive234]

rip

[@coolsikh90]

Can you do a manual one please?

[@WheelsAustralia]

Yes, we're planning to test one soon!

[@kostinarain7373]

Hyundai anyday

[@WheelsAustralia]

Such a complete (and fun) hot hatch!

[@kostinarain7373]

@@WheelsAustralia yup, VW is overrated

[@dsinghr]

This car looks attractive while not being too aggressive. Look at the next gen Elantra. They have fucked it up

[@afrikengunner]

NGS also gives you an extra 7kw and 2Nm for that 20sec... so you will have 213kw and 394Nm ^_^

[@alexinwood2723]

Really? I didn’t know that! Tweaked engine is very impressive. Feels much stronger

[@afrikengunner]

@@alexinwood2723 yep it is literally a carbon copy of the sport response system even the way that DCT works is like they chopped open a PDK and took a look inside

[@WheelsAustralia]

Porsche is the gold standard for performance autos so there are worse brands to emulate!

[@afrikengunner]

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[@davothegreat9990]

@@afrikengunner pdk is by far the best performance transmission. Don't compare this with dct or anything Hyundai makes. Complete different league.

[@debajitmandal234]

Price

[@Prophet650]

I get mine next week. Same colour. No one else see the stupidity in having that bloody 'N' blue highlights/stitching on the inside of a RED car? And it's not just an 'N' thing. The Fastback N gets those same accents in red.

[@alexinwood2723]

Great buy, Emile. You’re going to love it! Weirdly the blue stitching doesn’t bother me, though I see your point. Did you go for the premium pack?

[@Prophet650]

@@alexinwood2723 yeah. Engine Red DCT Premium. I'll likely be seeing if there's a Fastback owner who'll swap with me those pieces.

[@tonybennett638]

👍

[@HughesyTech]

Is this a red colour? Butchered the colour grading, makes it look orange

[@alexinwood2723]

Yeah, red is notoriously difficult to get right. Especially when using multiple cameras that see it slightly differently. Car looks great in the metal

[@JMB1891]

As soon as I started watching, I was like what’s up with the colour grading? Awful.

[@baldonorris5849]

Bruh is that Werribee South? Ahaha I know that road !

[@SuperTonydd]

It's a choice between this car and the Honda Type R, not the Golf

[@troyeberhard2086]

i30N by a country mile. Only GOLF worth a mention is the GOLF R.

[@Aladdin5cave]

Looks so good in red. Much better than the performance blue.

[@alexinwood2723]

Agreed! White is also mint

[@Clarky_AU]

Shadow Grey and Dark Knight are also great colours.

[@martyn_g]

I'm glad it's still has the manual option, and a proper handbrake lever- unlike VW. It ain't a hot hatch without a manual;) DCT = boredom- I may as well use flappy paddles on my X Box controller whilst playing Forza🤣

[@rodbrown8306]

When Ford pull the fiesta, I got to wonder why, maybe electric is just around the corner, who knows, for sure they won't tell us!

[@nad199]

The cockpit is not digital that's a shame you would have thought with all the updates they could have added the digital cockpit that's a let down.

[@MathGuide360_1]

i prefer i30N because in south africa they steal the heck out of gtis lol