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Hyundai i30 I CW 2.0 (143 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)
I CW Overview:
Hyundai i30 (I CW). With 186 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1296 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.1 s). The top speed reaches 205 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.
2.0 (143 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides lively performance with decent acceleration, suitable for those preferring petrol power and a more engaging manual drive.
Fuel Economy
Higher fuel consumption compared to diesel options, but acceptable for a 2.0L petrol engine of its era.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious interior and generous boot capacity, ideal for families
- • Comfortable ride quality, soaking up road imperfections well
- • Excellent fuel economy from the diesel engine options
- • Strong reliability record, typical of Hyundai models
- • Good Euro NCAP safety rating for its generation
- • Practical and versatile family car with a strong value proposition
Cons:
- • Some interior plastics feel cheap compared to rivals
- • Petrol engines can be thirsty, especially with automatic transmissions
- • Not the most engaging driving experience for enthusiasts
- • Older automatic transmissions can be less refined than modern units
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2007 - 2010).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | i30 |
| Generation: | I CW |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (143 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2008 |
| End of production: | 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 143 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 72.4 Hp/l [230mm more] |
| Torque: | 186 Nm @ 4600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | G4GC More details about the engine G4GC |
| Engine displacement: | 1975 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 6.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 93.5 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.1:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 205 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.1 kg/Hp, 110.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7 kg/Nm, 143.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1296 |
| Max. weight: | 1890 |
| Max load: | 594 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1395 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 415 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 53 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4475 mm [230mm more] |
| Width: | 1775 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1565 mm [85mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm [50mm more] |
| Front track: | 1538 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1536 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 H |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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