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Hyundai i30 II Coupe (facelift 2015) 1.6 CRDi (110 Hp) DCT blue
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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)
II Coupe (facelift 2015) Overview:
Hyundai i30 (II Coupe (facelift 2015)). With 300 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~4.6 l/100km). With a weight of 1376 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.8 s). The top speed reaches 185 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 CRDi (110 Hp) DCT blue Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The slowest option in the range, with acceleration feeling leisurely, though still perfectly fine for city speeds.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel economy for an automatic diesel, maintaining impressive efficiency despite the convenience of the DCT.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stylish and distinctive 3-door coupe design
- • Wide range of efficient and capable engines, including a sporty T-GDi option
- • Good standard equipment levels for the price point
- • Comfortable ride quality for daily driving
- • Strong Euro NCAP safety rating
Cons:
- • Rear visibility can be limited due to the coupe body style
- • Not as dynamically engaging as some class rivals (excluding T-GDi)
- • Interior materials, while good, may not match premium competitors
- • Rear passenger access and headroom are compromised compared to the 5-door hatchback
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Coupe: 2013 - 2015).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | i30 |
| Generation: | II Coupe (facelift 2015) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 CRDi (110 Hp) DCT blue |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| End of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 110 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 69.5 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | D4FB More details about the engine D4FB |
| Engine displacement: | 1582 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.3 l |
| Coolant: | 6.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 77.2 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84.5 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 4.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 185 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.9 kg/Hp, 84.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.4 kg/Nm, 229.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1308-1444 |
| Max. weight: | 1940 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 496-632 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1316 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 378 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 53 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 650 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4300 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1780 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1465-1470 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2650 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1563-1569 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1571-1577 mm |
| Front overhang: | 880 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 770 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 135 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 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 | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | DCT |
| 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 |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16; 225/45 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16; 7.0J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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