Why I chose the Hyundai I30N over the BMW 128 Ti and VW Golf 8 GTI

[@tumelomotaung3934]

The i30N is a great car, but most people won't admit that because they are brand loyal, especially the VW boys. Great choice 👍🏾

[@BMTVSA]

🫡🙏🏾

[@martijnj3508]

I am a VW boy but i will switch to Hyundai in a few years 😂

[@BongaTheeBongs]

Nah not everyone...I'm a VW lover but I'd bow down to this Hyundai😂

[@mrhowmuch]

The i30N ticks all the boxes bro , excellent choice and those exhausts are the real deal 💥💥💥

[@BMTVSA]

Thanks man, the exhaust is just on another level compared to the others Hyundai did a proper job there

[@sandiswashange7070]

Long live the i30. You made the best decision. Me, personally, I would rate the exterior of the GTI a 6. Reason being, they didn't put in any effort. I have to look twice to make sure it's not a Polo GTI. Back in the day it was easy to differentiate

[@BMTVSA]

Yeah to cut costs now VW is trying to reuse the same thing on all the cars so its tough

[@MichealDeAngelo]

Underrated car in terms of performance and price, especially with the Germans offering tons of "optional extras" which should be standard fitted these days. Good colour choice as well for the i30N. One thing that sold me at BMW was the aftersale customer service experience (although mine is for motorcycle, not car). If Hyundai is able to offer this then I think you've definitely got bang for your buck. Looking forward to seeing you on the road!

[@BMTVSA]

Thanks Mike, We will see how the after sales customer experience is with this Hyundai i also don’t have any experience with them. We have to take the mountain roads soon.

[@welele9010]

Wonderful choice. This is my dream car. Buying it as soon as I afford it :)

[@BMTVSA]

Best of luck!

[@karabomachubeni9977]

I definitely think you made a great choice considering particularly the German automobiles price inflations. The pipes are crazy though, love it💥💯

[@BMTVSA]

🫡🙏🏾

[@ndabakashe4823]

You making me like the i30N Even more now....Great specs respect 👏

[@BMTVSA]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@musamathevula9139]

Hundred percent agree with you The handyman not have the best handling but it's still number one

[@BMTVSA]

🫡

[@thaboramokoatsi7928]

You made fall in love with this Car bro.,..🎉🎉🎉Nice Wheelz

[@setjhabamotsoahole142]

Great video🔥 Ive been a fan of this car since Hyundai announced the pre facelift. But with this one they knocked it out the park. Great choice.

[@BMTVSA]

Couldn't agree more! Thank you

[@DaChap269]

I think your ratings are spot on

[@BMTVSA]

🫡

[@xXYannuschXx]

The i30N pretty much nails the hot hatch formula. Its fast and especially wild. Alot of other modern hot hatches have become way too "refined" or rather mute, especially the Golf 8 GTI. The 8 also still suffers from understeering (pretty much all VAGs have that problem), while you can smoothly kick out the rear on the i30N. It feels incredibly neutral while driving aswell, despite the typical hot hatch front heavy nature. In Germany they tested a Golf 8 GTI, BMW 128 Ti, Ford Focus ST and I30N DCT FL against each other and the i30N won easily; the testers found the Golf and 128 Ti to be boring to drive, with the i30N miles above in fun factor and handling, aswell as the DCT being the best automatic transmission in the hot hatch sector. My only gripe with the i30N is its weight; if they could shave off 50-60kg it would be perfect.

[@tungstencarbide7255]

BMW made a mistake by abandoning its RWD platform for the 1 series. I guess that's why the German test found it bland. The I30N, as you've said it, ticks all the right boxes.

[@scriptkidoh1819]

I30N to the world, this video proves the doubters wrong....Amazing Stuff grootman 🙌🏼

[@BMTVSA]

Thanks man 🙏🏾

[@coolest.sifiso_]

The sound my brother 😭😭😭😭😭😭🔥🔥🔥

[@BMTVSA]

Its 🔥🔥🔥

[@goal93]

Please keep your videos coming🎉

[@BMTVSA]

Will do 🫡

[@raulking]

Very insightful content, keep it up 💯

[@BMTVSA]

Thank you! Will do!

[@billionbear]

Forget the cars, what a beautiful place to live! I have a BMW 128ti on order, only option I could get hold of without waiting 18 months!

[@BMTVSA]

Congratulations on the 128ti 🙌🏾

[@lehlagaremogadime7494]

Dope review man. I was not a fan of the 2020 model coz it was manual, that DSG was always an advantage on the Golf and it was competing with the Golf 7 which I think looks better compared to 8. So for the fact that this comes in DCT and it doesn't have any extras, i'll say it's a perfect buy

[@BMTVSA]

👊🏾🫡

[@JimmyKhoza]

Fair comparisons and damn that i30N is proper and sounding proper; i wouldn't worry much about fuel if it sounds that amazing. Do give us a detailed tour on the interior...

[@BMTVSA]

Lol thats i tell myself every time i put it on N mode. Full tour coming soon 🫡

[@bradfromaus8527]

I get mine next week.. been waiting since august for it.

[@BMTVSA]

Congratulations 🎉

[@arc_sa8292]

Great Car Great Video loved what you Saif about brand loyalty

[@BMTVSA]

Glad you liked it

[@mrnino5086]

Boss I agree with you. Great video

[@BMTVSA]

Thanks for watching

[@FK-wp3ig]

Great video, I really like the i30N it really just embodies what a hot hatch should be. I also agree that the 128ti should be 2nd.

[@BMTVSA]

👊🏾🫡

[@FK-wp3ig]

@@BMTVSA You know it Chief 🤙🏽

[@tlhoginolo5982]

I39n lacks power

[@BMTVSA]

what's an I39n now ?@@tlhoginolo5982

[@dsitum]

When comparing performance, you only considered engine power, and not how the car behaves on the road (steering, suspension, brakes, etc.) But nevertheless, you did the right choice. I'm sure that you won't be disappointed in how the car handles.

[@BMTVSA]

Thats true, I haven’t driven the car hard since i’m breaking it in but from all the reviews i’ve watched most people always say its top. Will do another video once i have done a lot of driving in it.

[@sfjvariety582]

I mean all three cars are all front wheel drive and all have the same traction systems It's simple the Hyundai comes out on top because its takeoff and top speed is comparable to that of the Golf R and BMW M140i whilst being priced below its competitors significantly

[@fdonjay]

I came to your video wanting to fight 🤣 but you made valid points. The pricing on a Golf is ridiculous... I had a 7 GTI, i thought everything came standard, kanti i bought a car with no xenon lights 🤣 didnt even know they had something called a 'Lighting Package' ... had to get aftermarket lights. Anyway, great video.... love the car, but I'll stay with VAG 😁 that AWD life is nice

[@BMTVSA]

Thanks man, I appreciate your comment 🫡

[@xolisasukwinimangali6325]

Great choice buddy I also love the i30N can you please view ford focus ST 2022 🤔

[@BMTVSA]

Thanks man, theres no more ford focus in SA

[@mlulekimabuza355]

Im inspired. Im getting the N!

[@BMTVSA]

🙏🏾👊🏾

[@mokamijohanes]

I agree with you on this one I saw a head to head videos last year on some channels and they pretty much did what you did they also included how it feels when you're on the inside 😅 Would like to hear your thoughts on that. Otherwise, great content ✌️

[@BMTVSA]

Thank you

[@MentalFacility-u7o]

The N is just the perfect sweet spot👌🏽

[@BMTVSA]

I agree with you

[@Booman.be.balling]

You made the right choice

[@BMTVSA]

🫡

[@firestylekieron8500]

I30 N winning hearts ✅️💯

[@BMTVSA]

🫡🙏🏾

[@makgobakagisho3140]

This Car Is Beautiful...I Don't Wanna Lie. Hyundai Understood The Assignment Here!💯...Come Across i30N And You'll Tell It's Really Demanding Attention and Respect.🙌👏👏

[@BMTVSA]

Well said!

[@thandomabona2393]

I think the 7.5 tcr would've been a great chose also . But I guess you were in the market for a brand new car

[@BMTVSA]

Yeah plus is its older now i always prefer newer models

[@Stanton247]

Perfect rating sir...surprised u ddnt add the A45 or A35 AMG as a option

[@BMTVSA]

Its about the price 128ti, Golf GTI, I30N etc 700-850 A35AMG, 135I, Golf R etc 950-1.2m A45, RS3 etc 1.2m-1.6m The A45 is in a different class compared to what my budget was.

[@Stanton247]

@BMTVSA mmm i hear u...bit pricey,but good choice tho...

[@So1o_wall.street]

I'd still go with VW 7.5 TCR

[@BMTVSA]

Good for you 🫡

[@dheeradjlachman9658]

I lik3 the asian powerfull i30N🎉 love Hyundai many years i like the Fastback N too

[@_cannon_otr]

exe that exhaust its fire

[@BMTVSA]

True

[@MbongeniShungube]

Great evaluation and wise choice, why not compare with BMW 135M

[@BMTVSA]

Its not in this range, its up there with the Golf R, S3 A35 AMG etc plus it hits R1M

[@sfjvariety582]

@@BMTVSA But the performance of the I30N is comparable to that of those cars. It's just missing AWD

[@BMTVSA]

@@sfjvariety582 It doesn't, Less power, less torque and AWD as you say plus those cars are +R150 000 more so its not the same range

[@sfjvariety582]

@@BMTVSA definitely! what you're makes more sense, but the 0-100 is insane for the price Hyundai is charging 👀

[@amazingskyland]

The i30N is a very nice and good car. I chose the Kona N. I would also really like the i30N, unfortunately you can't have both.

[@BMTVSA]

Yeah the KONA is more well polished than the I30N so 👌🏾

[@KewaneAyama]

“Its effortless ability to transition from genuinely engaging when called upon, and sheath its sting once more grown-up motoring is required makes it feel unique in this dwindling segment. There are faster hot hatches and ones that fight harder, but for sheer versatility, the 8 is pretty much unparalleled”. Almost impossible to find fault….aside from how faultless it is. My biggest gripe with the i30N… it rides firm at low speed. But great effort from the Koreans

[@BMTVSA]

Nice, I appreciate your comment

[@HealthySprouts]

Wow... you have a very nice car. What software do u use for those animations on your video?

[@BMTVSA]

Adobe Premiere Pro

[@dyl_nnn]

The 128i is alright but reliability is very good on the i30n

[@BMTVSA]

👌🏾

[@vallenmpatisang2654]

😂😂😂Bro in youtube you have to lie a little bit, start the video with "a lot of you have been asking..."

[@bandile_sisonke]

In terms of built quality? How does it stack up against the Polo you had?

[@BMTVSA]

close but Hyundai is better compared to the Polo

[@LeeMash-l2t]

I wanted to go small with a normal i30 but after watching this video I'm definitely going big. Thank you for influencing my decision bro 🫡☺️

[@BMTVSA]

Best of luck! 👊🏾🫡

[@manelisizungu5844]

Great video man!!! im convinced the i30N is superior

[@BMTVSA]

It really is!

[@sobum4436]

So let me ask this. You didn't get one with miles on it that costs less than R700K? You went for a brand spanking new one at R779k? Or is this the MSRP you're talking about?

[@BMTVSA]

No i went for brand spanking you, check out the collection video. I paid less though because i traded my car in

[@sobum4436]

@@BMTVSA Got it.

[@bokeerfamily-ox3yb]

What sound system does this car come with

[@BMTVSA]

Normal system from Hyundai

[@siyandamnguni3045]

I believe this car offers the best value out of all the hot hatches it’s literally become my favourite dethroning the A45s which is over a million 😂😂😂

[@BMTVSA]

🫡👊🏾

[@Sizwen]

Service and motor plan and warranty?

[@BMTVSA]

5 Year / 150 000 km Manufacturer’s Warranty Additional 2 Year / 50 000 Km Manufacturer's Powertrain Warranty 5 Year / 160 000 km Perforation Warranty 7 year / 150 000 km Roadside Assistance 5 year / 75 000 km Service Plan 15 000 km Service Intervals

[@VlleeonnmmannorvicsMoyo-o9u]

Im also going to get the Hyundai.. it doesn't get highjacked like the german toys

[@bandile_sisonke]

i30N any day over the other cars

[@lesibalanga9102]

Does it have a automatic transmission?

[@BMTVSA]

All these cars are Automatic

[@tshabzin2709]

Based on looks Golf 8 is not beautiful... Golf 7.5 is the most beautiful Golf GTi followed by Golf 5 according to me but in this case i30N is clearly a winner

[@BMTVSA]

I agree with you man, the 7.5 GTI is a beauty

[@fdonjay]

the Golf 7 GTI Clubsport is the most beautiful Golf ever made... to each his own though

[@BMTVSA]

@@fdonjay I agree with you the Golf 7 is the most beautiful Golf, for me the TCR kills all the other version in terms of looks

[@glenoncars]

I’d take the ti

[@BMTVSA]

Nice 🫡

[@MufunwaApple]

Ndaa hurini? 😃 ndotoda u sia comment fhedzi😊

[@Joester5577]

The GR Yaris is priced similar and is faster and has all wheel drive, I guess it’s meant for the purist petrol head

[@BMTVSA]

Its definitely faster than the 128 and GTI not faster than the I30N. Problem its not a good daily, manual transmission in traffic is the worst so its good as a weekend/fun car not to use everyday like these cars

[@CA_and_Brother]

You’re changing my mind 😢😢😢😢

[@BMTVSA]

Hahaha 🤣😅

[@hlulichabalala8855]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@l.a.wrecords6537]

Not a fan of asian cars but the i30n is fresh. I would still get a gti or beemer thou. Cos when u spend this much on a car. U want people to notice. Most ppl would mistaken this for just another cheap Hyundai i30 or even i20

[@BMTVSA]

Lol yall buy cars to be noticed and not enjoy it yourself wow 🙆🏽‍♂️, anyways this car gets a lot of attention and no one thinks its just a Hyundai when they see it 😉

[@hemiahjrkhumalo3610]

@@BMTVSA lol that’s what’s craY 🤣gents don’t even wanna enjoy their car! Lol you are paying but you know you didn’t get bang for buck-seems crazy to me to be a brand loyalist😅

[@BMTVSA]

@@hemiahjrkhumalo3610 I will never understand people that buy cars just for the sake of getting attention instead of enjoyment

[@xXYannuschXx]

"Cos when u spend this much on a car. U want people to notice." - NEVER buy a car for someone else but yourself.

[@Tsukuyomi8]

the thing is the i30n has horrendus and dull interior plastics...i prefer the 128ti for the premium quality and if i cant buy then i would go with the focus ST

[@BMTVSA]

I hear you, unfortunately in South Africa you can only get this three hatchbacks in this power/level segment. The STs are no longer sold here 😤

[@xXYannuschXx]

The BMW has worse seats though, aswell as worse handling and a worse dual clutch.

[@colinwordley4369]

But if the brand is best overall, it doesn't make one a brand loyalist. Performance, power and options are one thing, for daily users, reliability, maintenance costs, practicality, ride quality are what makes one stick to the brand, and if other brands can offer the same people will stick to what they know already, only if they can offer better. Muzi Sambo always say no one needs a loud tail pipe to go buy bread, or move from zero to 100 in 5 seconds just to go get milk.

[@BMTVSA]

Its quite clear that you missed my point about brand loyalty but I appreciate your point view 👊🏾

[@colinwordley4369]

@@BMTVSA No i did not miss it, it can be expensive to try out a different brand especially when you are paying with your own money, spending 800k on a car you might end up not liking its way too risky, one would rather stick with their brand untill the others can prove their worthy...remember toyota was the peoples brand? Now other brands proved its worth. When the brand is goog its good, its got nothing to do with loyalty.

[@BMTVSA]

@@colinwordley4369 And your response now is making it very clear to me that you have completely missed my point, its all good ✊

[@decentjmkhombo2976]

Not this man saying those pops and bangs are without mods😂

[@BMTVSA]

They are without mods 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@decentjmkhombo2976]

@@BMTVSA 🙆🏾‍♂️

[@hemiahjrkhumalo3610]

Lol he isn’t lying , you just see one live they legit sound like this nje out the box

[@mthokozisimyende787]

The Truth And Nothing But The Truth But Brand Loyal Guy wont want to face the facts

[@Boikxno]

I30n- 48 Golf- 40 Bmw- 45

[@BMTVSA]

🫡

[@leseditshele2673]

Same whatsapp grp, I'm also not a brand loyalist 😀😀. I like to be unique

[@dilotsatiktok-bk8te]

VW gets 10 for exterior.

[@thapelomakobe8534]

Let us stop ✋️ it

[@BMTVSA]

Stop what ?

[@ashleysambo4104]

More reasons to buy the 7.5 GTI😑

[@BMTVSA]

🫡👊🏾

[@Sylvester826]

Nice car but too expensive yoh, with 700k plus u can get 2015 or 2016 c63 mercedes amg 4door with decent mileage

[@juliuskona3299]

I'm not a fan of purchasing high performance used cars like that because they were more likely abused by their previous owners, especially the c63 and m4.

[@BMTVSA]

Unfortunately i will never buy a second hand performance car will always stick to brand new to avoid issues

[@BMTVSA]

True 🫡

[@welele9010]

@@juliuskona3299 Yoh. You'd rather but a car that is 7/8 years old with probably more than 60000kms for such a lot of money. No thanks, Id rather buy brand new.

[@dr.kurhulanicolleen-jean3309]

Yoooh so much money for a 2nd hand 😢