Cascading grille

The i30 features a front design with Hyundai Motor Chief Design Officer, Peter Schreyer calling it the “cascading grille” – Hyundai’s new signature feature. The Active trim is available with a chrome surround front grille, with a piano black grille insert. All other variants feature a chrome ‘falling mesh’ grille insert, which ties in with the cascading design.

Full LED front lighting

The full LED headlight units offer LED low-beam & high–beam functionality, and offer increased visibility via aesthetically-pleasing, crisp white lighting, and also improved durability. These units feature a stylised design incorporating two low-beam projectors outboard, plus a third high-beam projector mounted inboard in each headlight unit. These features are available on N Premium and Premium variants.

Modern aesthetic

The striking tail light is a testament to the how good the reinvented i30 looks.

Available on Active, Elite, & Premium variants.

Satin chrome finish

Complimenting the European style design, the Satin chrome moulding creates a luxurious and premium silhouette.

Available on N Premium & Premium.

Twin tip exhaust

Located in the blacked-out rear lower valance, the twin exhaust tips provides the N range with a purposeful look.

Matching the looks is a unique rear muffler that produces a sweet, yet subtle burble under acceleration. Available on N & N Premium.

LED Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)

Vertical LED Daytime Running Light (DRL) strips feature prominently in the lower front bumper, integrated into the functional air vents (leading into the front wheel arches).

The DRLs not only provide a distinctive visual signature for the i30, but also increase safety by increasing the i30’s visibility to other road users. Available on all variants.

Panoramic glass sunroof

A feature typically reserved for much more expensive vehicles, the large full-length dual panel panoramic glass sunroof features a power tilt and slide front panel, offering a touch of luxury to the i30. Additionally, the motorised sunblind can be closed completely to offer shade for occupants when desired. Available on N Premium & Premium variants, and is optional on N and Elite variants.

Alloy wheel designs

All i30 variants are now equipped with alloy wheels as standard.

Comfort line trims utilise a machined face finish for a luxury feel (Active: 16” / Elite & Premium: 17”), whilst the N range features a large 5 twin-spoke 18” alloy wheel design.

Wireless Charging

Mounted in the centre console, a wireless charging pad (Qi standard) allows users to charge a compatible Qi-enabled smartphone without the use of messy and unsightly cables

For other devices, users may be able to purchase a third-party smartphone accessory (such as a Qi-enabled phone case) to allow the use of wireless charging on their non-compatible smartphone.

This is standard on N, N Premium, Elite and Premium variants

Electronic Parking Brakes (EPB)

Compared to a conventional handbrake, the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) not only allows more storage space in the front centre console, but is effortless in its operation. The Auto Hold function automatically maintains braking pressure once the vehicle has been brought to a complete stop, ensuring that the vehicle will not creep forwards or roll backwards even with the brake pedal released. The brakes are then released once the driver steps on the accelerator pedal.

These features are standard on N (DCT only), N Premium, Elite, and Premium variants.

Engine start/stop button

With the proximity Smart Key system, users can lock/unlock the vehicle via the physical button on the front door handles, and start the vehicle through the push of the dash mounted ‘Engine Start/Stop’ button, all whilst the key stays in the user’s pocket.

This feature is available on N, N Premium, Elite, and Premium variants

Apple CarPlay & Android Auto

Once your journey is underway, Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ lets you safely play music, make calls or get directions on the easy to use 8-inch touchscreen.

Apple CarPlay requires iPhone 5 or subsequent model (with lightning cable) in order to operate.

While Android Auto requires a device with Android 5.0 operating system or subsequent version in order to operate. Available on all variants.

7 Speed Dual Clutch Tranmissions (DCT)

Available with the 1.6L diesel and 1.6L petrol turbo engines, the 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) combines the fuel efficiency of a manual transmission with the convenience of an automatic transmission.

Thanks to re-calibrated transmission logic, the new DCT is now even more responsive under spirited driving, yet still offers the smooth-shifting characteristics that are desired for everyday commuting.

Advance High Strength Steel (AHSS)

Thanks to heat treatment processes, Advanced High Strength Steel (AHSS) is up to 10% lighter than, and twice as rigid, as conventional mild steel.

The all-new i30 features significantly increased application of AHSS, totalling 53.5% (as compared to 27.2% on the outgoing model), and resulting in a significant increase in static rigidity over the outgoing model, whilst achieving a 28kg lighter body-in-white weight.

Drive Mode

Available on all automatic and DCT variants, the Drive Mode Select function allows drivers to choose between Normal, Eco, and Sport modes.

The ‘Normal’ mode offers a driving experience optimised for a typical driver, whilst ‘Eco’ mode maximises fuel economy. ‘Sport’ mode offers increased steering weighting and engine response. Coupled with delayed up-shifting, this mode maximises the dynamic driving feel of the vehicle.

Paddle Shifters

The SR range’s DCT variants offer steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters.

This delivers a more sporty driving experience by allowing drivers to change gears via the DCT’s sequential manual mode, whilst keeping their hands on the steering wheel.