Hyundai i30 (2011-2017) Buying Guide
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by Richard Dredge The original Hyundai i30 was a small family hatch that was instrumental in changing buyers' perceptions of this once lowly marque. When talking about the Hyundai's excellent quality, equipment levels and reliability, no longer did you have to add the rider that they were impressive 'for the money'. Which is just as well because Hyundais aren't the bargains they once were, although they're still among the most reliable and best-value cars on the road. |
| We Like | We Don't Like |
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| Good value Well equipped Looks good Muscular engines |
Patchy build quality Fussy dash design So-so dynamically Low-rent image |
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| 03/12 | The second-generation i30 hatch arrives with petrol or diesel engines, each in 1.4 or 1.6-litre forms; the 1.6 CRDi diesel is offered with 109bhp or 126bhp outputs. The petrols and low-power diesel can be specified with manual or automatic transmissions; trims are Classic, Active, Style, Style Nav. A Premium trim arrives soon after. |
| 7/12 | An estate reaches showrooms, with either 1.6-litre petrol or diesel engines. |
| 05/14 | Go! and Go! SE special editions are launched to commemorate the FIFA World Cup. |
| 1/15 | A facelift brings fresh engines, an upgraded cabin, the availability of a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox and a redesigned exterior. The i30 Turbo also debuts, with a 183bhp 1.6-litre petrol engine. |
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