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Hyundai i30 II 1.6 MPI (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)
II Overview:
Hyundai i30 (II). With 156 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.5 l/100km). Weighing only 1187 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.9 s). The top speed reaches 192 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.
The Hyundai i30 II achieved an excellent 5-star Euro NCAP rating in 2012, demonstrating strong all-around safety performance, particularly for adult and child occupants.
1.6 MPI (120 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A solid performer with the manual gearbox, offering adequate power and respectable acceleration for daily driving.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a naturally aspirated petrol engine, making it a cost-effective choice for many.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stylish and modern design for its era
- • Comfortable ride quality and refined interior
- • Excellent fuel economy from CRDi diesel engines
- • Good safety rating (5-star Euro NCAP)
- • Generous standard equipment and practicality
Cons:
- • Some petrol engines can feel underpowered or less refined than rivals
- • Automatic transmissions can dull performance and increase fuel consumption
- • Steering feel can be light and lack feedback
- • Rear legroom is adequate but not class-leading
- • Resale value might not match segment leaders
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 2011 - 2015).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | i30 |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 MPI (120 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2012 |
| End of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 120 Hp @ 6300 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 75.4 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 156 Nm @ 4850 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Gamma II / G4FG More details about the engine Gamma II / G4FG |
| Engine displacement: | 1591 |
| 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: | D-CVVT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.6 l |
| Coolant: | 5.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 77 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85.44 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 192 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.9 kg/Hp, 101.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.6 kg/Nm, 131.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1187 |
| Max. weight: | 1820 |
| Max load: | 633 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1316 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 378 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 53 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4300 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1780 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1470 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2650 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1563 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1571 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 | 6 |
| 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 |
| 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 coil spring |
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