Recently, many Korean automakers, including the Hyundai, have seriously started updating their lineup. The Hyundai i30 model was no exception. Owner reviews claim that this model has significantly freshened over the restyling period. Moreover, the changes affected not only the design, but also the technical characteristics. As you may have guessed, today's talk will be about the Hyundai i30 (2013). Owner reviews and a review of the car - further in our article.
Hatchback design
The appearance of the Korean novelty is very swift and original. Such a car just does not get lost in the gray "crowd" of other cars. The front of the car is now decorated with a new grille, optics and fog lights. In general, the radiator grill is made in a very original way - with its lines it merges with the bumper, forming such a “mouth” in the car. Successfully designers fitted chrome stripes. Many car manufacturers too decorate their cars with chrome and similar inserts, which is why it does not look very attractive. Here, the Koreans managed to correctly calculate the proportions - as a result we get an interesting and bright little car. But the designers decided not to stop only on the grille and bumper. With the same bias, the optics are also made - head and fog lights. By the way, the latter are made in an unusual angular shape and have built-in daytime running lights.
The main headlights that extend from the bumper all the way to the body pillar give the car its predation, as if repeating the shape of the “muscular” wheel arches. The roof of the Hyundai is panoramic, which is also positively displayed on the exterior of the car.
The rear-view mirrors are painted in the overall color of the car and are equipped with small turn indicators (by the way, they are even difficult to see at first). In general, the Hyundai-i30 has a bright, modern and dynamic appearance. Such a hatchback immediately stands out for its sportiness, aggressiveness and fresh appearance.
About body dimensions
The Korean car has the following dimensions: length - 430 centimeters, height - 147 centimeters, width - 178 centimeters. These are standard sizes for the Hyundai-i30 hatchback. Owner reviews indicate a high clearance of the car. The novelty with its ground clearance of 150 millimeters can successfully compete with any best seller on the Russian market. In any case, Hyundai will pass through our asphalt and dirt roads without any problems.
Hyundai-i30: photo and review of the interior
The already excellent quality of the finishing materials has been improved by one more level. Compared with previous models, the novelty has found more soft details. The interior design, as well as the appearance, is made in a very original style. The architecture of the front panel itself is symmetrical on the sides. On the center console there is a small radio, several control buttons, as well as a large screen on-board computer, which can act as a navigator. On the sides deflectors are successfully placed, decorated with a plastic insert “under aluminum”.
According to the manufacturer, the hatchback is equipped with new electronic “bells and whistles” with affordable controls. So, the standard equipment for a three- and five-door passenger car includes a proprietary audio system with 6 speakers and a USB output, electric seat heating, power windows for all doors, and air conditioning. Also included are adaptive headlights that automatically switch lights when entering a tunnel or moving an oncoming car. Not bad for a "base."
Special attention deserves the steering wheel and gear knob trim . These two parts are now lined with quality leather. This is a big advance for the Hyundai-I30 (2013). Owner reviews claim that now, thanks to new finishing materials, the interior has become more cozy and comfortable. The steering wheel is equipped with radio buttons - now you can control music playback without being distracted from the road.
How strong can the Hyundai-I30 be equipped? Responses of owners say that there are not very many options for Russian dealers at the new hatchback. All that can be equipped with a car is seats with a functional electric drive, a system for assisting when starting a vehicle on a lift, dark and rain sensors, electronic brake force control, as well as a 2-zone climate control system with an ionizer.
Although in the "base" the car has enough "bells and whistles". In addition to those that we have previously listed, the car is equipped with an electronic rear-view camera, leather seats, stylish fifteen-inch wheels, as well as a panoramic roof, which allows you to fully enjoy the ride.
Main competitors
Initially, the main focus of the Hyundai-i30 is the Ford Focus hatchback. The Ford company does not cease to amaze its customers with new technical and innovative solutions, therefore, every year the level of sales of the model range in Russia only increases. But despite such high competition, the Asians still managed to “tear out” their place in the world market and not lose profits from production. This was facilitated by a low initial price, high build quality and a well-planned marketing move.
Hyundai-i30: owner reviews on technical specifications
In the line of power units there are as many as 4 powerful engines. Among them are 2 gasoline and as many diesel units. The volume of units is from 1.4 to 1.6 liters, and the power is from 90 to 134 horsepower.
As for the gearbox, depending on the selected motor, it can be either a six-speed “mechanics” or an “automatic” at 6 speeds. The latter came into operation only in 2012. Recall that earlier the Hyundai-I30 was equipped with a 4-band automatic transmission.
The manufacturer claims that this line of powertrains has undergone a number of studies and has undergone several changes. So, the Korean hatchback became more “nimble” and at the same time reduced its “appetite”. By the way, engineers did not forget about environmental friendliness. The rate of carbon dioxide emissions is now about 100 grams per kilometer.
Dynamics
And now about what has the Hyundai-I30 technical characteristics of the speakers.
Depending on the engine power, the maximum speed of the “Korean” is 170-197 kilometers per hour. At the same time, a jerk from zero to "hundreds" is estimated at 11.9-13 seconds.
Fuel consumption
All this is good, but how moderate is the Hyundai-I30 hatchback’s “appetite”? Technical characteristics of the engines allow the new product to spend no more than 4-6 liters of fuel per “hundred”. It should be noted the most economical engine - turbo diesel CRDI with a capacity of 128 horsepower. Paired with a six-speed “mechanics”, it consumes only 3.7 liters of fuel in the country and 4.9 in urban mode.
Prices and specifications
What has the Hyundai-I30 specifications, we have already found out, now let's move on to the cost. As of 2014, the initial cost for a three-door Korean hatchback in the basic configuration is 599 thousand rubles.
The five-door version will cost a little more - 650 thousand rubles. At first glance, such a cost is already very high for an ordinary urban subcompact. However, if you take into account the modern design of the Hyundai, the leather interior and the level of equipment in the "base", then everything becomes clear. 599 thousand is even a very attractive price for such a bright and stylish little car.
Hyundai-i30 - reviews speak for themselves!