[Auto] The Hyundai i30 N is already on the market from 35,300 euros

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The most powerful and sporty version of the 2020 Hyundai i30 is the Hyundai i30 N. This is an update of the high-performance compact launched in 2017. The 2018 Hyundai i30 Fastback also had this variant, but for now it has only been confirmed which continues in the five doors.

Share the aesthetic changes of the new i30 2020 compared to the i30 2017 which it replaces, obviously with a more aggressive point. The front grille is wider and has slimmer optics with an MFR LED reflector, which are accompanied by new V-shaped LED daytime running lights. The air intakes also play a bigger role.

 

On the side, the new 19-inch forged wheels stand out, reducing the weight of the vehicle by 14 kilograms. Behind we also see new lamps, resized tailpipes and an aggressive diffuser, as well as a larger rear spoiler, with the triangular brake light Offered in seven body colors, called Performance Blue, Polar White, Engine Red, Sunset Red , Shadow Gray, Dark Knight and Phantom Black.

There are no novelties in the mechanics. Recall that the Hyundai i30 N moves thanks to a turbocharged 2.0 four-cylinder engine that delivers 250 hp and a maximum torque of 353 Nm. There is no lack of the Performance version, now raised to 280 hp of power and a torque of 392 Nm (between 1,950 and 4,600 rpm). The performance is slightly better than the previous Performance that we could test, then with 275 hp: it reaches 100 km / h in 5.9 seconds.


 

Variations, yes, in the transmission. In addition to the six-speed manual gearbox of the basic version, the eight-speed double-clutch gearbox (N DCT) is added that the firm already uses in the Veloster N (not sold in Spain), for the Performance. This new change includes three new features:

N Grin Shift: Increases maximum torque, activated by pressing a button on the steering wheel, and releases maximum power for 20 seconds.
N Power Shift: activated when you press more than 90% of the accelerator and with the transmission in manual mode it minimizes power losses.
N Track Sense Shift: recognizes if the road is in optimal conditions for sporty driving (such as a track).
These functions do not disable the five driving modes (Eco, Normal, Sport, N and N Custom). It also doesn't lose the electronically controlled adaptive suspension, revised to offer improved behavior, just like the suspension.

The Performance package is available, which adds 19-inch forged wheels that reduce unsprung mass by 14.4 kg, 360 mm front brake discs (instead of 340) and an electronically controlled limited-slip differential. .

 

Inside, the most remarkable thing is that it has a new screen for the infotainment system, 10.25 inches and compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. New graphics have also been added to better visualize the different parameters. The sports seats are striking, reducing weight by 2.2 kg and are finished in leather and Alcantara, with blue stitching and the illuminated N logo.

Within the standard equipment it has a complete offer of driving assistants. There is no shortage of Lane Keeping Assist, Blind Spot Detection, Cross Traffic Alert or Forward Collision Assist with vehicle and pedestrian detection. It is advertised with a starting price of 35,300 euros for the 250 hp version with manual gearbox, while the 280 hp i30 N Performance with 8DCT automatic transmission with Sky finish goes up to 44,900 euros.