Hyundai i30

Interiors

Inside, the driver and passengers gets harmonious ambiance with every aspect of the internal design. The driver seat is employed with number of features, that helps you get an ideal driving position. For convenience, its multi-functional steering wheel is mounted with number of controls at your fingertips, also adds a sporty touch to the cockpit. To increase the excitement of the ride, it has a 7-inch color touch screen featuring voice command, Bluetooth connectivity and a rear view camera. Auto defog system embedded in the car ensures that there is no fog inside the cabin. Furthermore, it offers 378 litre of boot space with rear seats in place, whereas its 60:40 configuration extends the boot space upto 1316 litres.

Exteriors

The concept of Hyundai i30 design is truly inspired by the flow of nature, while also exhibits your style on the road. Optional HID headlamps propel brighter and longer beam without distracting the other drivers. Its stylishly curved LED daytime running lights shows its presence in both day and night time. Coming to its side profile, its high command character lines projects a voluminous stance of this amazing hatchback. Manufacturer also offers an option of twin-panel panoramic roof brings extra sunlight inside, while giving a tremendous open-air driving experience. To showcase the sportiness of new i30, variety of wheel options are available from 15-inch to 17-inch. The exterior dimensions of hatchback measures 4300mm x 1780mm x 1480mm (LxWxH) and the wheelbase stands at 2650 mm.

Engine, mileage & variants

The all-new range of advanced petrol engines offers an ideal level of performance for its occupants, including 1.6-litre MPI and 1.8-litre MPI engine. The 1.6 litre MPI engine gives the maximum power of 130 PS at 6300 rpm, along with the high torque of about 157 Nm at 4850 rpm. However, the 1.8 litre engine produces 150 PS at 6500 rpm and the peak torque measures as 178 Nm at 4700 rpm. When it comes to acceleration and pick up, the 1.6 litre engine takes 11.5 seconds to reach the speed mark of 100 km/hr, while the top speed comes at 192 kmph. Also, it offers a newly designed 6-speed automatic transmission, which provides greater acceleration and decent fuel consumption of 14.7 kmpl, while emitting less CO2 gas at the rate of just 159 g/km.

Safety, Braking and Miscellaneous

New Hyundai i30 is lauded with numerous high quality safety features, whilst making a confident place in the heart of its passengers. Its standard Electronic stability control (ESC) and Vehicle stability management (VSM) helps the vehicle to stay in perfect line, while improving its stability. Both of the systems offers maximum security, even if you are driving on harsh roads. Its other safety aspect includes a highly strained and reinforced chassis, safety power windows offering convenient operations and active airbags system. The solid disc brakes appointed in wheels individually, results tremendous response while stopping the vehicle. For superior handling, the i30 is fitted with dynamic suspension system which brings a driving pleasure for the driver.

Verdict

The New Hyundai i30 is righteous of a serious consideration as it offers a beguiling mix of features and efficient engines. However, its unexciting steering and not so smooth gearshift might punctuate your driving.