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Hyundai i30 III (facelift 2024) 1.0 T-GDI (100 Hp)
Overall Rating
Hyundai i30:
The Hyundai i30 is a small family car manufactured by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai Motor Company since 2006. The i30 shares its platform with the Kia Ceed, available as a three-door hatchback , five-door hatchback, five-door estate and five-door liftback , with a choice of three petrol engines and two diesel engines, either with manual or automatic transmission.
The i30 was marketed alongside the fifth-generation Hyundai Elantra in the United States and Canada until the end of 2020. While initially the i30 wagon was sold as the Elantra Touring, in 2012 it was replaced by the i30 hatchback, carrying Elantra GT badging. The second-generation i30 was introduced in September 2011 at the Frankfurt Motor Show....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III (facelift 2024) Overview:
Hyundai i30 (III (facelift 2024)). With 172 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1290 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.1 s). The top speed reaches 178 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.0 T-GDI (100 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Entry-level performance, best suited for urban commutes. Requires more effort on highways, but the manual gearbox allows for better control of the power band.
Fuel Economy
The most economical choice in the lineup, ideal for budget-conscious buyers and primarily city-based driving due to its small engine size.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficient mild-hybrid powertrains offer good fuel economy
- • Refreshed exterior styling keeps it competitive
- • Spacious and practical interior with good boot capacity
- • Comfortable ride quality and stable handling
- • Comprehensive safety features (based on previous gen's strong rating)
Cons:
- • 1.0 T-GDI engine can feel underpowered on highways, especially with load
- • Interior design, while functional, might lack flair compared to some rivals
- • Euro NCAP rating is from 2017, potentially outdated by 2024 standards
- • No significant performance variant beyond N-Line styling (if not full N)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (facelift 2019): 2019 - 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | i30 |
| Generation: | III (facelift 2024) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 T-GDI (100 Hp) |
| Start of production: | June, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 100 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 100.2 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 172 Nm @ 1500-3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | G3LE More details about the engine G3LE |
| Engine displacement: | 998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.6 l |
| Coolant: | 5.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 71 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6e |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 178 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.2 kg/Hp, 82.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.1 kg/Nm, 141.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1216-1365 |
| Max. weight: | 1800 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 435-584 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1301 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 395 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1010 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 510 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 80 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4340 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1795 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1455 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2650 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1559 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1567 mm |
| Front overhang: | 905 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 785 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 225/45 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.0J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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