Especificaciones y análisis del Hyundai i30
Power
140HP
Torque
242Nm
Consumption
5l/100
Emissions
114g/km
0-100 km/h
8.9s
Top Speed
210km/h
Weight
1279kg
Price
20,775€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
395 L
50 L
103 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Hyundai i30 5p 1.4 T-GDi 103 kW (140 CV) Tecno · 140 CV (2017-2018)
General description
The 2017 Hyundai i30 marked a turning point for the Korean brand, a statement of intent in the heart of the European compact segment. With the 140-horsepower 1.4 T-GDi engine, this car not only promised but delivered an exceptional balance between lively performance and reasonable consumption, presenting itself as a solid and exciting alternative to the usual benchmarks.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the i30 feels like a car made with care and passion. The turbo engine pushes with surprising energy from very low revs, making every acceleration a small dose of joy. Its chassis, with a multi-link rear suspension, handles irregularities with poise and invites you to link curves with an enchanting confidence and agility. It's not a radical sports car, but its refinement and responsiveness make you feel connected to the road, enjoying a journey that is both refined and dynamic in equal measure.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a statement of maturity. Hyundai abandoned any stridency to embrace fluid, elegant, and timeless lines that give it an undeniable European appeal. The cascading grille gives it character, and the well-proportioned rear completes a harmonious whole. Inside, the feeling of quality is palpable, with a tidy dashboard, pleasant-to-the-touch materials, and well-utilized space, as demonstrated by its generous 395-liter trunk. It's a car that makes you feel good with its discreet elegance.
Technology and features
The Tecno trim equipped the i30 with a technological arsenal that placed it at the forefront of its class in 2017. The floating touchscreen became the nerve center of a complete and easy-to-use infotainment system. It featured driving aids that provided great safety and comfort, democratizing technologies that until recently were reserved for higher segments. It was a smart car, designed to make life on board easier and safer.
Competition
It arrived to compete head-on with the giants of the segment. Names like the Volkswagen Golf, the SEAT León, or the Ford Focus found a formidable rival in this i30. The Hyundai not only competed on price but also challenged them in ride quality, engine efficiency, and, above all, in standard equipment and a perception of quality that surprised many. It proved that you could have a complete and satisfying car without resorting to traditional brands.
Conclusion
The Hyundai i30 1.4 T-GDi is much more than a smart buy; it's a choice that satisfies on an emotional level. It's a well-rounded car that does everything right: it's comfortable for daily use, agile and fun when you ask it to be, and built to a quality standard that inspires enormous confidence. It represents Hyundai's definitive leap, a vehicle chosen not just with the head, but also with the heart.