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Hyundai i30

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Build Quality
3.8
Value for Money
4.1
Noise Level
3.7
Perth
Perth10 posts
  Verified i30
Build Quality
Value for Money
Noise Level

I kept it for 13 years, but only because things kept breaking and had to be fixed to sell. Great mileage but that is about it. Terrible view through the windscreen, vision obstructed on both sides, very dangerous. Air conditioning compressor was leaking oil 7th year, no warranty, which the dealer charged $150 to tell me what I already knew. I… Read more

replaced it twice! $1200 each time by auto electrician, same fault. Window switch failed. Radio has a built in design fault where the sound drops out over time and then there is none, replaced radio. Notchy steering. Noisy engine when cold - everyone must have heard about the ledgendary Hyundai engine problems. This car was driven very little and modestly serviced by dealer up to year 5, then by authorised mechanic 6 monthly from then on, final odo about 61000km Never again!

Marto
MartoNSW20 posts
  i30

My first experience with Hyundai…. and never again! My old Subaru liberty 17 years old was a better build quality! I will call out a few things that are very wrong with this car and the entire experience with Hyundai: 1. The showroom car salesman provide misleading information about the features in the car 2. The software in the car cannot be… Read more

update even by the Hyundai workshop on the base model i30 3. Car tends to pull to a side when changing lanes or taking turns 4. Basic features require an upgrade to next model up ie electric seat movement, closing mirrors, OTA software updates… features in this day and age considered basic!!!

To top it all…even individuals working at Hyundai agree… but are not able to do anything!!!

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Kali
KaliNT5 posts
  i30

The only thing positive about this car is that its great on fuel. Apart from that, there is constant beeping noises from everything that you can not turn off. Some noises you can and other annoying beeps you cant. The car uses it brakes on its own making it very difficult to trust around other cars and at intersections or passing on passing lane.… Read more

Its actually a dangerous car, its built in system pulls the car across the lanes when lane changing or moving to the side of the lane for a rest or phone use cause injury to wrists with the force of the automatic pull/lane assistant. People should start taking companies to court for wrist injuries compensation!

I definitely prefer old school where you have full control of the car, these new cars are awful to drive. Highly recommend hiring one of these for a weekend before wasting your time and money. Definitely not worth the price, and i wont be hiring this car again.

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Cameron
CameronNSW139 posts
  i30 Fastback N

Only worth buying if you like how it looks...otherwise just get a i30N hatch – There was no noticeable difference between the build quality of the Fastback versus the hatchback or even the sedan. The sports bucket seats, upgraded performance pieces, bodykit and trim all fit nicely together and are exactly what you’d expect for the price you’re paying. The starting price for the i30 Fastback N is $49,000 before on-road… Read more

costs for the manual, and $52,000 for the dual-clutch automatic pictured here.

For a 200+kW, front-wheel drive hot hatch, it’s a fair price for the equipment and performance you’re getting in return.

Hyundai offers its 5 year/unlimited kilometre warranty with the i30N, with services being capped over this period. Service intervals are 10,000km or 1 year.

Plus, if anything mechanical fails during a track day, Hyundai won’t void your warranty claim, thanks to an included track day warranty.

Prepaid servicing plans can be purchased for 3 years/30,000km for $1,005, 4 years/40,000km for $1,340 or 5 years/50,000km for $1675.

One word comes to mind when driving in the i30 Fastback N: rambunctious.

At low speeds, there’s a deep rumble emanating from those massive cannon exhausts. Turn the car on to the full fat N mode, and you’ll have this car producing pops and bangs exceeding 100dB!

It’s so loud that an owner in the United States was pulled over and fined for having an excessively loud exhaust, even though it comes from the factory like that.

The maximum power output from the 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder unit is 206kW (276hp) and 392Nm in overboost. Also, the 0-100km/h time is claimed to be just 5.4 seconds!

This thing feels quick. The turbo is quick to spool and you always feel like you have more than enough power at your disposal.

Traction is my only issue here; there’s only so much you can do to combat front wheel slip, which can be hard to avoid when using launch control. N Grin Shift (NGS) is how you access that overboost, providing 10 seconds of more power to use to launch out of a corner, or perform a daring overtake.

There’s no denying the i30 Fastback N is a spectacular car in the handling department. Adjustable dampers allow you to avoid a constantly stiff ride, and you can even tailor the Individual drive mode to have a softer riding car without compromising on performance.

I saw fuel figures between the 10-13L per 100km mark when daily driving. The claimed fuel efficiency is 8.8L per 100km combined. It’s not the most fuel efficient hot hatch, but it’s also not going to break the petrol budget either.

The i30N Fastback has the same interior to the i30N hatch, which is all very conventional but with some sporty flair.

With the rear seats up, you’re getting more boot space than the hatchback. You’re looking at 436L of storage, and a total of 1337L with the seats folded. It doesn't get in the way of boot space, and it’s cool to see the exposed rear strut that helps keep the car more rigid.

Rear head room is impacted most due to that sloping roofline, especially when compared to the hatchback design. At 5'11", my head touches the roof if I place it against the headrest and sit upright.

If you’re in love with the design of this car, it’s absolutely worth grabbing one while you can, as this is a limited model.

If this design isn't your thing, then the hatchback is a great alternative. There isn’t that much difference between this car and the hatchback, so it all comes down to personal preference.

You can’t beat the manual transmission as an option, but if that scares you for daily driving, the DCT is an equally and somewhat superior option when it comes to performance.

If you want the fastest i30N, you’ll need to opt for the more angular sedan, which some might argue is the better alternative to the Fastback.

*Disclaimer - I work for ProductReview as their independent car and motorbike expert. I borrow new cars and motorbikes from manufacturers and owners to review. I am not paid or incentivised by these brands to post reviews. I write and create content to provide insight and information about any new or used vehicle I can get my hands on.

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Cameron
CameronNSW139 posts
  i30 N Hatchback 2.0L Turbo Petrol T-GDi

The best front wheel drive hot hatch you can buy for under $60,000 – The base i30N can be had in either manual or the new DCT for a mere $44,500 before on-road costs. I had the i30N Premium without sunroof, only available in manual, which retails for $47,500 before on-roads. You can top out the range with the i30N Premium with a sunroof, available both in the manual and DCT again, which will set you back $49,500… Read more

before on-roads.

If you want to make the most of your i30N, get the Premium. It comes with lighter forged alloy wheels that save 14.5kg to the car’s kerb weight. Additionally, the added leather and 2.2kg lighter bucket seats add even more to the cabin experience than the base cloth interior.

Hyundai offers its 5 year/unlimited kilometre warranty with the i30N, with services being capped over this period. Service intervals are 10,000km or 1 year. The i30N also is one of the only cars on sale in the world that offers a track day warranty. Meaning you can comfortably push your i30N out in the real world, without having to cover up your license plate for the track day photographer.

I’ll get the elephant out of the room and say yes, this isn’t going to be the quietest car for the highway.

After 6 hours of highway time in the N, I was a little exhausted at some parts of the drone those Michelin tires make at high and constant speeds. It’s a tire roar with what sounds like some restricted air in the wheel wells.

The engine sound itself isn’t too unique - it’s a familiar sounding inline four-cylinder note similar to what you find on many hot hatches at this price point. What makes it exciting is the very large turbo situated just centimetres away from the front occupants and the exhilarating intake sound heard under acceleration.

What brings this segment to a mighty bang is the exhaust sound. Oh my, this isn’t just your normal hot hatch, this is a unique beast. It takes advantage of a rudimentary form of anti-lag, which sends exhaust gasses back through the turbocharger when it’s usually not spinning to keep it spooled for a more rapid response.

You’re going to get complaints from the neighbours, scare little children and laugh your head off when you open up this exhaust system in it’s most aggressive setting.

The bright red N-branded calipers are not just for show, but also a show of Hyundai’s pride, seeing as these 360mm brakes have been developed in-house. This is rare for a car at this price point, as usually these brakes are easier to outsource to the likes of Brembo.

According to Hyundai, that could have driven up the price past what they wanted, and I also believe under ex-BMW M division lead, Albert Biermann, he wanted to do it in-house for more control and suitability for the car.

Here’s the juicy part. Under the bonnet is a rally car inspired 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder unit, producing a whopping 206kW at 6,000rpm and 392Nm at 2,100-4,7000rpm.

That’s 139.4kW per tonne of power! Sure, 0-100km/h times aren’t as rapid as a Golf R or a Toyota GR Yaris, claimed at 5.9 seconds for the manual.

This torque delivery is unique too, as it’s engaged as an overboost feature, meaning instead of dumping all of your peak power mid-way through the rev range, you’re able to experience power right through to the redline. No more short shifts or awkward drops in power - the i30N’s power plant delivers more than what you’d expect for a hot hatch.

It’s still a very quick car, but it also allows you to use all of the rev range through to third gear without getting yourself into too much trouble.

There’s a trick launch control system with a customisable rpm limit, but I found it to be confusing to engage at first. Also, I will have to admit launching a front-wheel drive manual car is not the smoothest of tasks, so I found myself enjoying low-rpm launches from a stop instead.

A slick, notchy and perfectly sized manual shifter is any driver’s idea of paradise - especially when mated with over 200kW of turbocharged goodness.

There are 6 gears to choose from in this transmission, with first gear feeling slightly too short as usual for hot hatches with this much power.

Redline seems to creep up a lot quicker than you’d expect in the i30N when you get carried away, so you better make the most of those shift lights. Placed at the top of the driver’s instrument cluster, you get 5 race car inspired lights that appear incrementally and increase in colour intensity as you approach redline.

Before you have the chance to bang off the limiter, these lights all blink in unison indicating that you need to shift to the next gear.

What an awesome touch, and it’s a lot better than just an audible beep or nothing at all.

What a treat the i30N is to take on some of the best back roads in Australia. A pretty common complaint is just how heavy this car is out on the track.

The suspension in this hatch is adjustable three-ways, and it’s certainly noticeable. The softest setting is still going to be too stiff for those who like the idea of a hot hatch but really need to move on into a fast cross-over. It’s comfortable enough for myself and for passengers, and smooth enough to transport a delicate birthday cake and let my partner fall into a deep sleep - rare for many of the cars I test with her in the passenger seat.

When I want to awaken what I had for breakfast that morning, the stiffest setting works best. It’s responsive, rapid, but surprisingly not spine-shattering like the Abarth 500 is.

The mechanical limited slip e-differential works wonders to avoid the front wheels from consuming the driving experience with torque steer. Instead, it works with the front tires to put power to the road as you might hope, making the most of the power at hand rather than fighting it.

The drive modes are actually my number one selling point for the i30N, as the versatility of a car like this makes it the car that can most likely respond to any complaints one might have with a hot hatch. ‘Make it quieter!’ - sure! ‘It’s too bumpy.’ - sorted. ‘Can it do my tax return?’ - not quite.

At over 12L/100km across 1000km of driving, this is a thirsty car.

There’s a minimum of 381L available here in the i30N. That’s plenty of space for daily driving and even more. Two suitcases would fit perfectly in the back, with day bags able to be placed on top to make the most of the space back here.

Fold the seats down in a 60:40 split to reveal 1287L of boot space, and you have enough space to take a spare set of wheels and tires to the track and air them up using the 180W charge port in the rear.

I nearly had pen to paper ordering a 2019 i30N a few years ago. That should already have you assuming what my answer to the above is.

2021 has only made the i30N better: it’s more lightweight, more capable and leans even more into the sports car N brand Hyundai is quickly evolving.

In a field of competent competitors, the i30N stands out as the loudest one yet. For me, it has everything I’m looking for in a hot hatch. It’s beyond capable for my needs, it’s practical, it’s versatile and it makes me smile.

As modern day hatches get quieter, the N brand is focused on giving drivers a chance to end the petrol-era with an almighty exhaust bang.

It’s engagement at its finest, and it’s the car that transformed my feelings for Hyundai from a brand that’s a bit meh to a brand that clearly is trying its hardest to produce the best products that you and I can afford. The plan seems to be working, and the i30N underscores that purpose.

*Disclaimer - I work for ProductReview as their independent car and motorbike expert. I borrow new cars and motorbikes from manufacturers and owners to review. I am not paid or incentivised by these brands to post reviews. I write and create content to provide insight and information about any new or used vehicle I can get my hands on.

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Cameron
CameronNSW139 posts
  i30 PD Hatchback 1.6 T-GDi Petrol N Line

Practical and fun to drive. Great for aspiring hot hatch owners – I was thoroughly impressed with the build quality of Hyundai’s popular mid-sized hatchback. Sure, you’re immediately going to notice a lot of cheaper materials, however it’s just cheaper to touch - the actual fit and finish on the inside is well executed. The major touch points, like the doors, shifter and steering wheel are all dressed in soft… Read more

leather which feels premium, and helps justify a price increase over the cheaper models.

Seats were the highlight here, with an N badge embossed into the backrest, helping lift the overall sporty feel of this interior.

On the outside, the main quirk was the panel gap between the bonnet and front bumper that was filled in with a rubber gasket, something found on all i30’s of this generation. Not a negative aspect, however it doesn’t scream accuracy in panel fitment on the outside.

The i30 range starts off at $25,490 drive away, whereas the i30 N Line hatch starts from $33,112.

The range can go all the way up to the i30 N-Line Premium, which maxes out at $38,056 (before you’re shopping for the far more expensive and more powerful i30N).

For your money, you’re getting an interior and exterior upgrade from the N department, with sporty front grills, side skirts, grippy Michelin tires, upgraded wheels and a dual exit exhaust.

On the inside, there are N-inspired bucket seats, steering wheel, pedals, shifter and floor mats. There’s also a 8-inch centre infotainment paired with a half analogue, half digital driver’s display.

Finally, it’s topped off with 150kW, 265Nm from a 1.6L petrol four cylinder and sports-tuned suspension. For $33,112, it’s a great deal for those who want a bit more power and sporty flair packaged into a medium sized hatch. However, you’ll have to pay a little extra if you don’t like driving a stick.

Hyundai ships the i30 N Line with a 5 year/unlimited km warranty.

Servicing for the i30 can be prepaid up to 5 years or up to 50,000kms, costing a total of $1,385 for 5 services. Most people won’t be travelling more than 10,000km a year, so that means yearly servicing will cost $277.

Surprisingly, you’re met with a quaint and quiet cabin, despite opting for a more ‘sporty’ hatch over the standard car.

On the outside, you do get a more raspy and active sounding exhaust producing plenty of performance noises. Only issue is, you rarely get to hear this exhaust from the inside, aside from the occasional pop when revving.

I guess having a quieter cabin is part of the N Line hatch’s appeal, as you’d be shopping for a hot hatch if you really wanted more performance theatre. Less external noise entering the cabin allows you to relax during the daily commute and over longer trips.

I found the audio system to be just fine - it’se clear and loud enough for daily listening. However, it wasn’t mind-blowing or particularly deep in its sound.

The braking ability of the i30 N Line hatch was as expected for a medium sized hatchback. The car looks sporty, but you’re not going to find these brakes fulfilling the hot hatch vibe this car is trying to portray.

The appeal of the i30 N Line is the power bump it receives over the standard range.

This hatch is packing Hyundai’s familiar 1.6L turbocharged inline four-cylinder petrol engine, producing 150kW at 6000rpm and 265Nm at 1500-4500rpm.

As this is the manual, you’ve got six speeds to choose from, which is all fairly standard.

The power produced by the i30 N Line isn’t exactly adrenaline inducing, but it does produce enough performance to make this i30 fun to drive.

In reality, you don’t need more power than what’s given here. You’ll get up to speed more than quick enough, and you’ll be able to conduct clean overtakes out in the country.

Off-the-line acceleration is hampered by the exclusive drive to the front wheels, as you’re met with the typical wheel-chirp of rubber failing to grip onto the road after the initial launch.

It’s the involvement required when using a manual transmission that gives you little reward over the dual clutch. Some manuals are absolutely worth the pain they provide in being a little more effort than an automatic, but I’m not so sure this particular transmission is.

I do believe that the manual provides more ‘fun’, but I found that it was a bit more effort than the dual clutch when I just wanted to run to the shops, or somewhere close.

The N Line gets a ‘performance-oriented’ suspension and handling tune, in the form of stiffer springs, bigger wheels and Michelin Pilot Sport tires.

It’s a greatly appreciated improvement over a more comfort-orientated setup.

The best part is, the suspension here isn’t back breaking - but instead it’s designed to limit body roll and sway through corners.

Hyundai claims a combined fuel efficiency figure of around 7.1L per 100km.

I saw figures cross 10L/100km while driving around town in this warm hatch, which was partly due to me operating the manual transmission as I’d hoped an aspiring hot hatch owner would.

The i30 N Line hatchback has a minimum of 395L of boot space.

Seats fold in a 60:40 split, meaning you can still carry up to 4 people, while one seat is folded.

If you need to move some items from IKEA, you can fold all the seats down for a total usable space of 1301L.

I’d say in this base i30 N Line trim, with a manual, you’re going to have most of the fun you’d find in a hot hatch, especially when rowing out your own gears.

However it does have to be said that the full fat enjoyment that you’d get out of a proper hot hatch is something that you’ll only find in the $48,000 i30N.

*Disclaimer - I work for ProductReview as their independent car and motorbike expert. I borrow new cars and motorbikes from manufacturers and owners to review. I am not paid or incentivised by these brands to post reviews. I write and create content to provide insight and information about any new or used vehicle I can get my hands on.

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Cameron
CameronNSW139 posts
  i30 PD Sedan N

Possibly the best value performance car you can buy – The build quality is relatively premium for the asking price. It’s obvious Hyundai have built this on what is essentially an economy car, so doors and surrounding plastics do feel like they’re a little on the cheaper side. However, Hyundai has splashed some nicer feeling leather seats, premium stitching and high-end screens, raising the… Read more

perception of quality inside the cabin.

Here’s why I have both transmissions to review here: it’s because both the manual and automatic i30N Sedan start at $49,000 before on-road costs.

For over 200kW and a sedan body style, it’s hard to find cars comparable to this. It’s not a hot hatch, but it is front-wheel drive only.

Regardless, it’s a respectable asking price for the caliber of car you’re purchasing.

Covered by Hyundai’s standard 5 year/unlimited kilometre warranty alongside a track day warranty, the i30 Sedan N is hard to say no to.

Services are at 10,000km apart (or every 12 months) and are capped at $335 a visit for the first 5 visits.

Don’t let the plush materials fool you that this is a quiet luxury car; this is very much a stripped down performance sedan.

The speakers do the job well, making calls and audio easy to understand at most speeds. Pick up the pace, and road noise from these larger and stickier tyres become very apparent in the cabin.

There are some fake engine sounds to choose from, but I’m not entirely sure why you’d want tot use these.

They play via the internal speakers. I can only assume that they’re there to prepare us for the inevitable EV transition the N Performance team is going to have to make.

Of course, this wouldn’t be a Hyundai N car without a neighborhood-disturbing exhaust note. It’s baritone, accompanied by a hint of intake and turbo whoosh. Releasing the accelerator from your lead foot leads to a hellfire of overrun pops and crackles - the loudest I’ve heard on any of the N cars I’ve tested.

By the way, the DCT produced more audible and more consistent pops and bangs compared to the manual

I especially appreciated the additional size and stability of the chassis of the sedan when it came to braking.

Trail braking into corners was a lot more predictable, and I never managed to cook the brakes to the point where they obviously softened.

These brakes were developed in-house by Hyundai, and despite the fact that they’re not even cross-drilled, they hold up against hours of relentless backroad driving. That’s thanks to additional cooling and the fact they’re 55mm larger than the ones found on the i30 Sedan N-Line.

In the DCT, the i30 Sedan N will also allow you to left foot brake and use the accelerator at the same time.

If you’re deadset on buying the fastest N car Hyundai has to offer, you need to buy the DCT over the manual.

This is for two crucial reasons. One, both cars get 206kW of power at 5500 to 6000rpm and torque is rated at 392Nm between 2100 and 4700rpm. The DCT gets an overboost feature that momentarily provides more power for 20 seconds via the ‘N Grin Shift’ button on the steering wheel.

Two, the DCT is capable of hitting 100km/h in a mere 5.3 seconds, while the manual will be left hanging at 5.8 seconds to 100km/h.

Open your eyes a little and try driving the DCT, and you’ll see why I consistently prefer it as my transmission of choice in Hyundai’s N cars.

It’s been relentlessly engineered for maximum driver engagement, with smart features that can adapt the transmission to how you're driving too.

Each click of the paddles offer a shove in the back, similar to an aggressively tuned single-clutch. Launch control is more fun in the automatic too. And when you’re not interested in shifting your own gears, it makes for a relaxing gearbox in bumper-to-bumper traffic.

It’s rare I’d pick the automatic when the manual seems like the obvious choice, but it’s possibly the best DCT that isn’t made by Porsche.

Open your eyes a little and try driving the DCT, and you’ll see why I consistently prefer it as my transmission of choice in Hyundai’s N cars.

It’s been relentlessly engineered for maximum driver engagement, with smart features that can adapt the transmission to how you're driving too.

Each click of the paddles offer a shove in the back, similar to an aggressively tuned single-clutch. Launch control is more fun in the automatic too. And when you’re not interested in shifting your own gears, it makes for a relaxing gearbox in bumper-to-bumper traffic.

It’s rare I’d pick the automatic when the manual seems like the obvious choice, but it’s possibly the best DCT that isn’t made by Porsche.

Depending on how you drive, you might get close to the claimed 8.2L per 100km (combined) consumption figure. But you’re more likely to get closer to 10L per 100km in the city, or 15L if you love the sound of that loud exhaust.

There aren’t any major changes to the design of the already striking i30 Sedan interior, but there are notable N Performance improvements.

That includes new bucket seats, an N Performance steering wheel, blue stitching, new pedals and an N Performance sub menu on the screens.

I would have liked to see the option to have the more aggressive lightweight bucket seats - like those in the i30N hatch - for more visual theatre, but there’s a more subtle performance theme here.

There’s around 464L of boot space available in the back of the i30 Sedan N. It’s limited compared to the hatch, thanks to that Sedan boot shape.

Additionally, it’s limited because of that rear stiffness bar, limiting you from loading in long and large items.

Don’t forget that the rear seats fold as one bench, and not as a 60/40 split. That means you’ll have to make the most of that boot space if you want to carry passengers too.

The back seat also loses rear vents and rear seat heating or rear USB ports, making it feel like a stripped out race car.

If hot hatches aren’t your thing, and the Kona N isn’t ticking any boxes for you, look to the i30 Sedan N.

The i20N is for lightweight traditional hot hatch fun. The i30N hatch ups the ante and is a graduation in power from the i20N. The Kona N is the hot hatch for those who don’t want to drive around in a traditional hot hatch.

The i30 Sedan N takes the characteristics of a sedan (a long and planted wheel base) and mixes that with the potency of Hyundai’s formidable 2.0L turbocharged unit to form a road car inspired by a TCR touring car.

It feels more stable at high speeds compared to the hatch, and has a slightly more grown up feel to it - apart from the fact there’s a massive wing hanging off the rear.

Get the DCT for the performance factor, but get the manual if you can’t be convinced otherwise. It’s an engaging drive that offers plenty of driving thrill - a rare sight in today's car market. It feels like a bit of a last hurrah before cars like this turn electric.

*Disclaimer - I work for ProductReview as their independent car and motorbike expert. I borrow new cars and motorbikes from manufacturers and owners to review. I am not paid or incentivised by these brands to post reviews. I write and create content to provide insight and information about any new or used vehicle I can get my hands on.

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Vin
VinVIC31 posts
  i30 PD Hatchback 2.0 GDi Petrol Active

Smooth driving – It has a spacious boot load capacity and the features are very useful and it’s recommended for a family who loves travelling even in long trips carrying a lot of baggage. Show details

Positive reviews

Kersty H.
Kersty H.3 posts
  i30 PD Sedan 1.6 GDi Hybrid

Amazing value for money! Purchase price, fuel costs, tho servicing is about average. Bought it for town driving which it's perfectly suited for. Country drives are also great fuel economy, though a Mazda is more comfortable over a distance. I love the aesthetics! Toyota equivalent was OK, a bit dull handling, and a longer wait for a new vehicle.… Read more

Identical fuel economy. I was concerned about the three star ancap rating at first, though I understand the standards have lifted recently. There's more safety features on this car than on many other cars new even two years ago. It's still great value for money. I'm very happy with my purchase. Economy, handling, looks, comfort, safety, price. ✅

Lynchy
LynchyVIC3 posts
  Fair Incentive i30 PD Sedan 1.6 GDi Hybrid

Wowee! – We’ve had this car for two weeks. It’s done 850km for $62 fuel. This car is very economical! We are amazed. This is the main thing we love about the car. Others are the boot space, CarPlay, cup holders. The seat fabric feels a little cheap, the screens aren’t intuitive like Toyotas are. This is our first Hyundai so that is probably why. But we got… Read more

it from Motorscout for $32000 brand new 2024 model so we are pretty happy! One of the cheapest hybrids that come from a reputable company.

robinhood
robinhood5 posts
  i30 PD Hatchback 1.6 T-GDi Petrol N Line

Why would you buy golf over this – Excellent chassis, excellent engine, excellent DCT transmission. And my assessment is from 6 years of ownership of daily drive both city and highway. PD i30 has proven itself for its excellent chassis for quite a while, so I don't need to regurgitate on it. What makes even more excellent is N line (or SR which was called for 2017-2018 models)… Read more

comes with independent rear suspension as well. This is a major advantage over its competitors from other nationalities who sneakily switch to cheap torsion beam.

Gamma 1.6T engine also has proven its performance and reliability, and I do agree with it from my own experience too.

7 speed dry clutch DCT is excellent. Hyundai actually did a good job on it and I love it. People who complain about DCT have no idea, they think DCT=torque converter auto transmission and expect it to behave like torque converter auto. Please people, DCT is a manual transmission controlled by a computer so you should expect manual gearbox characteristics! Would you complain that the gearbox is not as buttery smooth at low speed as torque converter when you drive a manual car? Being dry clutch I love the feeling of direct connection knowing there is no loss of power in the process, as well as the reliability for having fewer things to go wrong than the wet clutch system. Yes it can handle less torque than the wet clutch but with the Gamma 1.6T's torque range, it's enough and there is no issue. Best of both worlds having efficient and fast gearshifts with automated clutch operation. After all, that is why the DCT was introduced to the mainstream cars, and I am the exact fit and I thoroughly enjoy it.

Negative reviews

Jason D
Jason DNSW18 posts
  i30 PD Hatchback 1.6 T-GDi Petrol N Line Premium

I am writing this review to document the cumulative failures that have characterised my five-year ownership of a Hyundai and, more recently, the conduct of the McGrath Liverpool dealership and Hyundai Australia’s head office. From the outset, the vehicle has been plagued by recurring clutch-related faults, battery faults amongst many others that… Read more

are widely acknowledged in technical service bulletins for this model year Hyundai N Line Premium (PY 2019) (MY 2020). Rather than addressing these documented defects, I have been met with denial and condescension, as though the problems were a figment of my imagination.

For the past fortnight I have been assured—three separate times—that the vehicle would be ready for collection “tomorrow.” Each assurance required me to take a full day off work. On every occasion the car was not ready, and no proactive communication was provided.

I was also promised a loan vehicle; that undertaking was simply abandoned without notice. When I attempted to follow up, the customer-experience team had already closed for the day.

What compounds the frustration is the orchestrated deflection between the dealership’s service manager and Hyundai’s head office. Liverpool now insist they attempted to contact me today at 11 AM which is false, yet head office did not question this or ask for call logs. My phone logs show otherwise. This coordinated misrepresentation is unprofessional and deeply disrespectful.

This experience has cost me leave days, income, and any remaining confidence in the brand. I had been on the verge of upgrading to a new Hyundai N through novated leasing; that decision has been reversed. I cannot, in good conscience, recommend Hyundai—or McGrath Liverpool—to anyone seeking reliable product support or honest dealing.

After five years of persistent faults and the recent display of institutional dishonesty, I am left with no alternative but to dissociate myself from the brand entirely. Prospective buyers should be aware: Hyundai’s after-sales culture appears more concerned with deflecting blame than solving problems.

Anna b.
Anna b.QLD
  i30 N

The map on these cars is horrible and the speed is never right sometimes showing more or less than the road toll limit I told Hyundai about it why doesn't the cars built in maps navigate properly it's not user friendly I expected better navigation settings without having to attach my phone

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Ray M.
Ray M.6 posts
  i30

Common problem with the 2ltr I30 – My son in law had a 2017 I30 Hatch and drove it for about 100.000k until it was using excessive oil this is a very common problem. Is an engineering problem with the bore being scratched badly apparently. He could not wait to get rid of it as alot have denotated due to oil lose problem. Apparently Hyundai are not recalling or fixing the problem

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A Rob F.6 posts
  Verified i30 N Hatchback 2.0L Turbo Petrol T-GDi

Hyundai i30N Hatchback- 2024 model First impressions brilliant. Amazing Performance & handling & that exhaust note is on another level. The only thing unfortunately that lets the experience down is the Hyundai service as mentioned regularly on other reviews & media outlets. Would I recommend you to buy one Absolutely..BUT service the vehicle with a reputable service centre NOT Hyundai if you want peace of mind & hassle free experience. Show details

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roySA5 posts
  i30

hyundai – 20 years of trouble free motoring with ease of use econonical

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philander78 posts
  i30

Hyundai Paint Peeling Issue – We were clearly sold on Hyundai’s until the purchase of this car….. great performance and reliability until I decided to wash the car, I attended our local car wash and applied the pressure cleaner , I was left gobsmacked when I saw the duco coming off in flakes …….since then I joined an online Forum, it appears evident Hyundai failed to acknowledge defect…. We sold the car ….. Simply Love Toyota cars and Mazda Show details

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craig p.NSW6 posts
  i30 PD Hatchback 1.6 T-GDi Petrol N Line

Bad design and all new i30s have this problem – Front wipers can't be lifted with out damage to the bonnet and paint Show details ·  3

Dal B.
Dal B.WA
  i30

Hyundai i30 – Great Car but not as reliable as my Toyota Corolla that I had before. I had few strange engine noises that Hyundai mechanics said its normal. My next car will be Toyota again or other Japanese car. Show details

Joshua D.
Joshua D.QLD3 posts
  i30 PD Hatchback 1.6 T-GDi Petrol N Line

Turbo Hyundai – Not bad for the price although the auto gearbox isn't the best, I don't think they come out with a manual option, a manual version would almost be perfect Show details

Chrish
ChrishNSW3 posts
  i30 PD Hatchback 1.6L Turbo Petrol T-GDi SR Premium
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Failure to support electronic after 4 years – Purchased new in 2016 the car itself has operated will. Had a problem with the moon roof which was finally fixed on its last warrant service. The Problem is the Satnav system. Hyundai only support updates for the Satnav until 2020. 4 years of updates is terrible. Show details

Daniel R.
Daniel R.4 posts
  i30 PD Hatchback 1.6L Turbo Petrol T-GDi SR

Engine failed – Complete engine failure at only 96,000kms. The car was purchased brand new and regularly serviced. I encourage anyone considering a car to research engine failures. The car should have been good for another 200,000km and is now worthless. Off to the scrap yard. Show details

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pyorkie
pyorkie38 posts
  Verified i30

My Hyundai has a major problem with the clear coating flaking on the paintwork and no help from Hyundai – UPDATE ... well true to form, Hyundai has just ignored me and I haven't heard anything, so what's knew from a company that does not value their customers. ............... In 2014 I purchased a new Hyundai i30 elite. I must say that the car has been mechanically excellent in the time I have had it, with no problems. My car has done 320,000km. In… Read more

2021 – 2022 I started to notice that the clear coating on the paintwork on the passenger’s side mirror had started to fleck a little, I put it down to stone chips or the like, but over the next 12 months it started to get quite large and is now completely gone (picture included) and then I noticed that the front & back door handles on the passenger’s side were also starting to fleck and peel (picture included), the paint underneath was fine but the clear coat was another matter and at this time the driver’s side was fine as far as I could tell, yet the doors and the rest of the car was fine. I figured that the constant handling of the door handles was contributing to the problem, so I just figured I have to live with it, then the back spoiler/lights started to peel and quite dramatically and no one had been touching it and then I noticed that my driver’s side door handle was showing signs yet the door was fine, so I took a picture of it (picture included) and as can be seen in the picture enlargement the coating was not applied correctly, it has areas where the coating is bubbled and not even applied. So I wrote to Hyundai to ask if they we could come to some arrangement whereby I could get the car resprayed. I was told that I would need to take it to the dealer which is 200km round trip for me so they could inspect the car, which I did. About 2 – 3 weeks later I received a very curt message that said “your request has been denied”, no explanation, nothing. The fact that they did not have the curtsey to at least explain why just the message, not even an email, this just got my goat. So I wrote them and emailed them on the: 10th April 2024 25th April 2024, 23rd June 2024, 1st July 2024, and on the first 2 occasions I had to email twice to receive and answer. This came to a head, because my car has so many kilometres and we live in a rural area and as pensioners we need a reliable car and there is no public transport so I decided to buy a new car (it will be our last car). When I went to a number of car yards to see about a new car and offered my car as a trade-in I was shocked to be only offered $1600 and to hear, from all of the car yards that Hyundai’s have a major problem with the clear coating flaking and that most would not want a Hyundai as trade-in. You can imagine my shock on hearing this, that is why I approached Hyundai about the paintwork. I was willing to buy a Hyundai at first because I assumed they would be proud of their product, I was wrong. I have written to Hyundai and explained all this but they are not interested. I understand that warranties cannot last forever but when it has to do with poor quality products and workmanship I believe that I should be able to get some redress.

Paul
PaulQLD5 posts
  i30 N Premium with Sunroof

Terrible car, a lemon I'm afraid – Bought i39 NLine Premium with sunroof Feb 2024 In first month had 3 separate instances when steering wheel locks up. A power off and restart cleared this issue and took car into Hyundai for service check (less than 2000 kms). Hyundai service said they couldn't find anything wrong. Yesterday, the car locked the steering wheel but it couldn't be… Read more

reset. Called RACQ roadside help. They did what they could but no luck. Car undrivable and was towed away. Will see what dealer does but in any case my wife and I don't feel safe driving a car which can lock the steering without notice. If we had been on a motorway at 100, we could be dead now. Terrible experience so far.

Cameron
CameronSA5 posts
  i30 PD Sedan Smartstream G2.0 MPi Atkinson Petrol Elite

A great looking car with an abhorrent build quality – The whole experience from buying this car to owning it has been nothing but a painful and time-consuming endeavour. As soon as the car was driven out of the car dealership by one of their employees, the infotainment screen had problems. He mentioned to their service team that it didn't work yet I was still given the car, and they didn't do a… Read more

thing to try and fix it.

I had to go back to the dealership 10 times to get this looked at. I was originally promised a new infotainment display however that never came to fruition, and every time I dealt with Hyundai regarding this car and its non-stop problems, I was continuously being given the runaround no matter what.

I also had an issue with the car petrol fumes entering the cabin of the car. Hyundai never figured out what caused this.

After that, I then had strange engine noises coming from the car. It went back another 3 times to get this looked at with the dealership not knowing what was causing this.

During one of my trips to Hyundai to get this lemon fixed, I found out about a few other people who had faced similar issues. One individual was facing the exact same issue as mine regarding the infotainment display, and another individual had their engine head crack.

In total I ended up driving 5 loan cars, and I wouldn't be surprised if the dealership had the car for longer than what I did.

After dealing with Hyundai, their lack of build quality, and their complete incompetence for months on end, I sold the car and bought a Subaru instead - I haven't looked back since.

As this was my first new car, I highly doubt I'll ever be buying another one from Hyundai or Kia.

swedeadmirer
swedeadmirerVIC3 posts
  i30 PD Hatchback 1.6L Turbo Diesel CRDi Active
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rock solid – Had mine about 5 yrs 95k haven't spent a cent on it other than servicing - not even the brakes. The power/torque figures for this car are almost identical to an old 202 6 cylinder so to me it goes like a rocket except if caught with low revs before the turbo comes in. Sometimes your driving style will need to remember but it is rarely a problem for me. Show details

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Mick T.
Mick T.QLD4 posts
  i30 PD Hatchback 1.6L Turbo Diesel CRDi

HYUNDAI I30 – Very efficient on fuel, great connection for blue tooth on bot Android and Apple, quiet on the highway, everything is very accessible and easy to use for a great price.Great 1st car

Anthony
AnthonyVIC12 posts
  i30 PD Hatchback 2.0 GDi Petrol Base

Very competent hatch – I hired i30 hatch 2021 with 21k on odometer for week. Interior black, door plastic marked easy, variable cruise control, large infotainment screen, 6 speakers which were ok, but did need to increase base. Seating position ok but could could not quite reach info screen, don’t touch while driving , use steering wheel controls instead. HVAC controls… Read more

were small, don’t touch while driving. Got 6.6L fuel economy on 80% freeway driving, excellent. 6 Speed auto always found right gear, in normal mode. Other driving modes Eco early gear changes, ignore it, sport mode holds gears higher rpm ok for hilly conditions. The normal mode is fine holds gears and slows vehicle down. Engine sounds like vacuum cleaner at high rpm, very funny, tyres are ok but reflect road surface some noise gets into cabin. Screen menu in front of driver is good, changes to stalks show on the screen , very surprising. Steering wheel controls intuitive and easy to use. Drivers seat ok cushion a fraction short for 5’10 bloke, but can live with it because the seat is very adjustable. Overall good unit.

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PETE
PETE23 posts
  i30 PD Hatchback

Great economical car – Great comfortable car without all the annoying bells and whistles of modern cars.fuel economy is great,getting between 4.9 and 5.1litres per 100 klms on a trip.service required every 15000 klms and averages about $300.00 per service Show details

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Jacqui
JacquiQLD13 posts
  i30 PD Sedan N

Luxury car – Hyundai i30 premium n Beautiful interior Drives amazing Luxury car Husband uses to and from work. Bought brand new from dealer, last in Australia currently apparently. Didn’t come with any extras though like mats or dashcam. Show details

daniellematters
daniellemattersVIC10 posts
  i30 PD Hatchback 1.6 T-GDi Petrol N Line Premium

This is my dream car – My car is now 4 years old but still like new. I haven't had a single issue with it and Hyundai customer service is excellent. It has great fuel economy and really takes off, unlike my previous i30. I really love having the panoramic roof and the heated and cooled seats and use both quite often. The only other thing I wish it had is blind spot… Read more

detector, but I can live without it and it has much more features than other cars in that price range. I will probably buy another i30 after this as I haven't found a car I prefer

Rana
RanaVIC14 posts
  i30

Low Reliability – I had this car from dealer, used few years, now engine makes tiking noise, we did service at time, now milage only 111000, dealer also not give good answer, looks like cannot trust hyhundai engine for long time. Show details

Sen T
Sen TNSW12 posts
  i30 PD Hatchback 2.0 GDi Petrol Active

Car is okay to run but the promised map software upgrade never happened -- services department not doing the job – I bought a i30 elite 2019 2.0L and have been using it for 4 years now, the car is doing what it supposed to do, minor issue like the eco mode does not hold after restart. The major thing I don't like Hyundai is the misleading about the Sat Nav upgrade plan, it clearly displayed on the "servicing" webpage, but within this 4 years of services, it has never been touched and done, even each time I requested it. Shame! Show details

Elisa
ElisaVIC3 posts
  i30

Engine needs to be replaced after 168,000 kilometers – I bought a brand new i30 back in 2014. It has full service history by the dealership at Hoppers Crossing. In the recent 6 months, engine makes noise and got checked by the dealer and said engine has gone and need a new engine. Manufacture won't accept the claim, says it is out of 5 years warrantee. What a deceptive warrantee: offer customer 5… Read more

years unlimited kilometer warrantee, for a normal household driver, you won't drive over 200 kilometers in 5 years, average is 125 kilometers. Not recommend to buy Hyundai, the engine is not made to last long. A reasonable expectation is 10years at 250 kilometers, but please do not expect this from Hyundai.

johnno555
johnno55519 posts
  i30
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A reliable highway and city car – We have had this car now for nearly 1 year. It constantly takes the kids to school, runs around Canberra, and picks up the shopping. The economy isn't great, but isn't terrible either. It has had very low maintenance costs, and this is why we like it. It also is very big inside and has plenty of space for 2 kids and 2 adults. It struggles… Read more

climbing mountains, and you can almost feel the strain coming off the engine. But for puttering around town, it has been ideal, comfortable and reliable and we like it.

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