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Hyundai i30 III CW 1.0 T-GDI (120 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 CW Overview:
Hyundai i30 (III CW). With 171 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.95 l/100km). With a weight of 1364 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.4 s). The top speed reaches 188 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.0 T-GDI (120 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Surprisingly capable for a 1.0L engine, offering decent acceleration and sufficient power for most daily tasks.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel economy, making it a very cost-effective option, especially for urban and suburban driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical station wagon body with large boot capacity (602-1650L)
- • Wide range of efficient and capable petrol and diesel engines
- • Excellent Euro NCAP 5-star safety rating (2017)
- • Comfortable ride quality and well-appointed interior for its class
- • Good value for money with a strong warranty
Cons:
- • Base 1.4 (100 Hp) engine can feel underpowered for some
- • Interior design, while functional, might lack some premium feel compared to rivals
- • Some engine options can be noisy under hard acceleration
- • Resale value might not match segment leaders like VW Golf
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: 2016 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | i30 |
| Generation: | III CW |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 T-GDI (120 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| End of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 120 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 120.2 Hp/l [245mm more] |
| Torque: | 171 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Kappa II / G3LC More details about the engine Kappa II / G3LC |
| 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: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 71 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.9-6.0 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.4-4.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.9-5.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6b |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 188 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.4 kg/Hp, 96.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.3 kg/Nm, 137.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1245-1483 |
| Max. weight: | 1840 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 357-595 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1650 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 602 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1200 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted towbar download: | 80 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4585 mm mm [245mm more] |
| Width: | 1795 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1465-1475 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2650 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1573-1559 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1581-1567 mm |
| Front overhang: | 905 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1030 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 | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15; 205/55 R16; 225/45 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.0J x 15; 6.5J x 16; 7.0J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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