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Hyundai i30 III (facelift 2020) 1.0 T-GDi (120 Hp) DCT
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 (facelift 2020) Overview:
Hyundai i30 (III (facelift 2020)). With 172 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1234 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.2 s). The top speed reaches 196 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.
1.0 T-GDi (120 Hp) DCT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers smooth and convenient driving in urban settings thanks to the DCT, though overall performance remains modest.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy, with the DCT potentially optimizing shifts for efficiency in certain conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of efficient mild-hybrid engines
- • Refreshed styling and improved interior tech
- • Strong safety rating
- • Excellent N performance variant
- • Good value for money with a strong warranty
Cons:
- • Base engines can feel underpowered on highways
- • Rear legroom can be tight for taller passengers
- • N models have a firm ride for daily use
- • Some interior plastics feel less premium than rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (facelift 2024): June, 2024 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | i30 |
| Generation: | III (facelift 2020) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 T-GDi (120 Hp) DCT |
| Start of production: | May, 2020 |
| End of production: | June, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 120 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 120.2 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 172 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: | 5.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Emission standard: | EURO 6d |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 196 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.3 kg/Hp, 97.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.2 kg/Nm, 139.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1234 |
| Max. weight: | 1810 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 576 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1301 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 395 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 700 kg |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 300 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4340 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1795 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1455 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2650 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| 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 |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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