Especificaciones y análisis del Hyundai i30
Power
135HP
Torque
167Nm
Consumption
5l/100
Emissions
118g/km
0-100 km/h
9.7s
Top Speed
190km/h
Weight
1268kg
Price
18,500€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
378 L
53 L
99 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Hyundai i30 5p 1.6 GDi 135 CV BlueDrive Tecno (2013-2015)
General description
The 2012 Hyundai i30 is not just a car; it's a statement of intent from a brand that came to conquer Europe. With this generation, Hyundai left behind any complexes and presented a compact capable of looking eye-to-eye with the kings of the segment, combining an attractive design, surprising quality, and remarkable efficiency. It's the car that changed many people's perception of the Korean firm.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the 135-horsepower 1.6 GDi engine feels willing and smooth, a delight for daily use. Its direct injection and six-speed manual gearbox offer an agile response and a combined consumption of just 5 liters that is easy on the wallet. It's not a sports car, but its balanced chassis, with a multi-link rear suspension, conveys a confidence and ride comfort that make you feel at home on any road, inviting you to devour kilometers without fatigue.
Design and aesthetics
Its 'Fluidic Sculpture' design was a true revolution. The fluid and dynamic lines give it an elegant and modern presence that has aged with admirable dignity. Inside, the leap in quality is palpable: the materials are pleasant to the touch, the fit is solid, and the space, especially with its 378 liters of trunk capacity, makes it a practical and versatile companion for real life. Every detail is designed for comfort.
Technology and features
The Tecno trim level came loaded with features. Beyond the efficient engine with a Stop & Start system, it stood out for its technological equipment that many of its rivals only offered as an option. The variable electric power steering, dual-zone climate control, or LED daytime running lights were just a sample of Hyundai's effort to offer more for your money, making advanced technology accessible and useful.
Competition
In such a competitive market, the i30 faced giants like the Volkswagen Golf, the Ford Focus, or the SEAT León. While its European competitors boasted of history, the Hyundai counterattacked with an irresistible formula: more complete equipment, an industry-leading warranty, and bomb-proof reliability, all wrapped in a design that was love at first sight.
Conclusion
The Hyundai i30 1.6 GDi is much more than the sum of its parts. It is an honest, incredibly balanced, and reliable car that represented a turning point for the brand. It offered a real and exciting alternative to traditional models, proving that you could have design, quality, efficiency, and great equipment without paying a premium. An equally smart and passionate purchase.