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Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011

HYUNDAI i30 2007-2011 103 Photos
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The first generation of the i30 came at the right time and the right moment. It was one of the best compact-segment vehicles introduced in 2007.

Just before the world financial crisis burst the automotive industry into tears, the Hyundai-Kia carmaker introduced the i30-cee'd duo on the market. They both shared the same platform, and compact-segment customers appreciated the new design.

Even though it resembled some elements from the Mazda 3 hatchback (the rear side) or the Ford Focus facelift headlights, the exterior was adequate for its customers. Its narrow grille was smaller than the one fitted on its sibling, the Kia cee'd. The car was designed in Hyundai's design center from Russelsheim, Germany, and it showed its real intention to conquer the European market. In the rear, the tall taillights were extended from the c-pillars to the rear bumper.

Inside, the i30 showed good taste in choosing colors for the dashboard and door panels despite the use of budget materials. Unlike the cee'd, which showed different light colors for the dashboard, the i30 stuck to the light-blue bulbs and induced a relaxed mood for the driver and occupants. Like any other hatchback from those times, the car featured a split-folding rear bench, where there was room for three passengers but with limited shoulder room.

Under the hood, Hyundai installed a choice of diesel and gasoline engines ranged between 109 hp and 143 hp. While most versions were paired to a 5-speed manual, some versions were available with a 4-speed automatic transmission. Its independent suspension in all corners was a plus and placed the i30 in the comfort zone over the Renault Megane or the Opel/Vauxhall Astra.

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HYUNDAI i30 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
  3 gasoline engines
  • 1.4L 16V 5MT FWD (109 HP)
  • 1.6L 16V 5MT FWD (122 HP)
  • 2.0L 16V 5MT FWD (143 HP)
  3 diesel engines
  • 1.6L CRDi 5MT FWD (115 HP)
  • 1.6L CRDi 5MT FWD (90 HP)
  • 2.0L CRDi 6MT FWD (140 HP)

HYUNDAI i30
1.4L 16V 5MT FWD (109 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L 16V 5MT FWD (109 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1396 cm3
Power:80 KW @ 6200 RPM
109 HP @ 6200 RPM
107 BHP @ 6200 RPM
Torque:101 lb-ft @ 5000 RPM
137 Nm @ 5000 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:14 gallons (53.0 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:116.1 mph (187 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):11.7 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-Speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:185/65R15
DIMENSIONS
Length:166.9 in (4239 mm)
Width:70 in (1778 mm)
Height:57.8 in (1468 mm)
Front/rear Track:61/60.6 in (1,549/1,539 mm)
Wheelbase:104.3 in (2649 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.9 in (150 mm)
Cargo Volume:12 cuFT (340 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.32
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2574.9 lbs (1168 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3791.9 lbs (1720 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km)
Highway:45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km)
Combined:38.5 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:145 g/km

HYUNDAI i30
1.6L 16V 5MT FWD (122 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 16V 5MT FWD (122 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1591 cm3
Power:90 KW @ 6200 RPM
122 HP @ 6200 RPM
121 BHP @ 6200 RPM
Torque:114 lb-ft @ 4200 RPM
154 Nm @ 4200 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:14 gallons (53.0 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:119.3 mph (192 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):11 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-Speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:195/65R15
DIMENSIONS
Length:166.9 in (4239 mm)
Width:70 in (1778 mm)
Height:57.8 in (1468 mm)
Front/rear Track:61/60.6 in (1,549/1,539 mm)
Wheelbase:104.3 in (2649 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.9 in (150 mm)
Cargo Volume:12 cuFT (340 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.32
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2574.9 lbs (1168 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3791.9 lbs (1720 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:29.4 mpg US (8 L/100Km)
Highway:45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km)
Combined:37.9 mpg US (6.2 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:152 g/km

HYUNDAI i30
2.0L 16V 5MT FWD (143 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 16V 5MT FWD (143 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1975 cm3
Power:105 KW @ 6000 RPM
143 HP @ 6000 RPM
141 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque:137 lb-ft @ 4600 RPM
186 Nm @ 4600 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:14 gallons (53.0 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:127.3 mph (205 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):10.6 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-Speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:205/55R16
DIMENSIONS
Length:166.9 in (4239 mm)
Width:70 in (1778 mm)
Height:57.8 in (1468 mm)
Front/rear Track:61/60.6 in (1,549/1,539 mm)
Wheelbase:104.3 in (2649 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.9 in (150 mm)
Cargo Volume:12 cuFT (340 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.32
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2705 lbs (1227 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3924.2 lbs (1780 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:25.2 mpg US (9.3 L/100Km)
Highway:39.8 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km)
Combined:33.1 mpg US (7.1 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:170 g/km

HYUNDAI i30
1.6L CRDi 5MT FWD (115 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L CRDi 5MT FWD (115 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1582 cm3
Power:85 KW @ 4000 RPM
116 HP @ 4000 RPM
114 BHP @ 4000 RPM
Torque:188 lb-ft @ 1900 RPM
255 Nm @ 1900 RPM
Fuel System:Common Rail
Fuel:Diesel
Fuel capacity:14 gallons (53.0 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:116.8 mph (188 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):11.6 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-Speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:185/65R15
DIMENSIONS
Length:166.9 in (4239 mm)
Width:70 in (1778 mm)
Height:57.8 in (1468 mm)
Front/rear Track:61/60.6 in (1,549/1,539 mm)
Wheelbase:104.3 in (2649 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.9 in (150 mm)
Cargo Volume:12 cuFT (340 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.32
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2791 lbs (1266 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4012.4 lbs (1820 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:41.2 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km)
Highway:57.3 mpg US (4.1 L/100Km)
Combined:50 mpg US (4.7 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:125 g/km

HYUNDAI i30
1.6L CRDi 5MT FWD (90 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L CRDi 5MT FWD (90 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1582 cm3
Power:66 KW @ 4000 RPM
90 HP @ 4000 RPM
89 BHP @ 4000 RPM
Torque:173 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM
235 Nm @ 1750 RPM
Fuel System:Common Rail
Fuel:Diesel
Fuel capacity:14 gallons (53.0 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:106.8 mph (172 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):14.9 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-Speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:185/65R15
DIMENSIONS
Length:166.9 in (4239 mm)
Width:70 in (1778 mm)
Height:57.8 in (1468 mm)
Front/rear Track:61/60.6 in (1,549/1,539 mm)
Wheelbase:104.3 in (2649 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.9 in (150 mm)
Cargo Volume:12 cuFT (340 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.32
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2791 lbs (1266 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4012.4 lbs (1820 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:41.2 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km)
Highway:57.3 mpg US (4.1 L/100Km)
Combined:50 mpg US (4.7 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:125 g/km

HYUNDAI i30
2.0L CRDi 6MT FWD (140 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L CRDi 6MT FWD (140 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1991 cm3
Power:103 KW @ 3800 RPM
140 HP @ 3800 RPM
138 BHP @ 3800 RPM
Torque:224 lb-ft @ 1900 RPM
304 Nm @ 1900 RPM
Fuel System:Common Rail
Fuel:Diesel
Fuel capacity:14 gallons (53.0 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:127.3 mph (205 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):10.3 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:6-Speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:205/55R16
DIMENSIONS
Length:166.9 in (4239 mm)
Width:70 in (1778 mm)
Height:57.8 in (1468 mm)
Front/rear Track:61/60.6 in (1,549/1,539 mm)
Wheelbase:104.3 in (2649 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.9 in (150 mm)
Cargo Volume:12 cuFT (340 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.32
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2929.9 lbs (1329 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4188.7 lbs (1900 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:32.6 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km)
Highway:53.4 mpg US (4.4 L/100Km)
Combined:42.7 mpg US (5.5 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:145 g/km
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