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Hyundai i30 III Fastback (facelift 2020) 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 Fastback (facelift 2020) Overview:
Hyundai i30 (III Fastback (facelift 2020)). With 172 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1240 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 car with a continuous slope from the roof to the rear, enhancing aerodynamics. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.0 T-GDi (120 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate power for city driving and light highway use, but can feel strained when fully loaded or during aggressive overtakes.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel economy, making it a very economical choice for urban commuters and those with lower mileage needs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stylish and distinctive fastback design
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engines, including mild-hybrid options
- • Excellent value for money with generous standard features
- • Comfortable ride quality and refined interior
- • Strong safety ratings and advanced driver-assistance systems
Cons:
- • Rear headroom can be slightly limited for taller passengers due to the sloping roofline
- • Infotainment system, while good, might not be as cutting-edge as some rivals
- • Some interior plastics feel less premium than class leaders
- • N Performance models have firm ride, not for everyone
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (facelift 2024): June, 2024 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | i30 |
| Generation: | III Fastback (facelift 2020) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 T-GDi (120 Hp) |
| Start of production: | May, 2020 |
| End of production: | June, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Fastback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 120 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 120.2 Hp/l [115mm more] |
| 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, 96.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.2 kg/Nm, 138.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1240 |
| Max. weight: | 1820 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 580 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1351 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 450 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1200 kg |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 600 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4455 mm mm [115mm more] |
| Width: | 1795 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1425 mm mm [30mm less] |
| 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 | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| 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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