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2019 Hyundai i30 Facelifted: Smartstream Engine, 8" Infotainment, Sharper Bumper

As Hyundai prepares to take the veil off the i30 Fastback N at the 2018 Paris Motor Show, the automaker decided the time is right for the entire i30 lineup to receive a suite of upgrades. If it weren’t for the Euro 6D-TEMP emissions standard (in effect as of September 1st, 2018), the compact model would’ve waited another year or so to get the mid-cycle refresh.
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First things first, Smartstream is the name of the 1.6-liter turbo diesel available in the hatchback, wagon, and Fastback. As opposed to the previous engine, Smartstream features Selective Catalytic Reduction. The diesel exhaust fluid (AdBlue) is responsible for reducing the nitrogen oxide emissions.

Three outputs are available in total, starting with 70 kW, then 85 kW, and topping with the 100 kW. A seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission is available as an option on the 85- and 100-kW engine options, with the 70-kW Smartstream relying on a six-speed manual transmission.

Moving on to the MPi, GDi, and T-GDi engine options, all gasoline-fueled motors now come with an Otto Particulate Filter. This add-on works in a similar fashion to the Diesel Particulate Filter, though there are some differences between the two systems. In addition to the technological refresh, the front bumper on the hatchback and wagon is sharper than before, taking inspiration from the i30 Fastback.

The exterior color range of the hatchback and wagon now includes Stellar Blue and Olivine Grey. As for the interior, Hyundai is much obliged to offer the 8.0-inch Display Audio to customers who want an infotainment system that’s large and knows how to Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

Last, but certainly not least, the 2019 model year is the first for the i30 N Line. Borrowing some styling from the i30 N hot hatchback, the souped-up Hyundai also benefits from a re-tuned suspension system, brake discs and calipers, and sharper engine response.

"The i30 range is a stronghold for our success in Europe,” said Andreas-Christoph Hofmann, vice-president of Marketing & Product. “To become the number one Asian car brand by 2021, we not only invest in cutting-edge technologies like with our Kona Electric or all-new Nexo, we also seek to constantly improve our best-selling models to meet our customer’s needs in terms of fuel efficiency and appealing design.”

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About the author: Mircea Panait
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After a 1:43 scale model of a Ferrari 250 GTO sparked Mircea's interest for cars when he was a kid, an early internship at Top Gear sealed his career path. He's most interested in muscle cars and American trucks, but he takes a passing interest in quirky kei cars as well.
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