Hyundai i30 N review with 0-60mph & brake test!

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This is the updated Hyundai i30 N, and Mat’s about to find out if it has what it takes to stand out against competitors such as the Golf GTI, Civic Type R and Octavia vRS!

So what’s new? Well although you may have the same engine as before (a 2-litre 4 cylinder turbo petrol), the power output has been increased! The new i30 N now puts down 280hp and 392Nm of torque.

That’s not all that’s changed, though! There are a few subtle exterior tweaks, and it comes with all the usual hot hatch design cues, including red brake callipers, a roof spoiler and larger exhaust tips. It’s also got a new tail light design as well!

On the inside, it’s all very much the same as before, although you’ll find new seats (naturally embossed with an N symbol) along with a larger infotainment screen.

The price starts from £34,000, so is it the must-have hot hatch of 2022? You’ll need to stick with Mat and see for yourself!

Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:30 Engine
00:57 Brake & Brake Test
01:25 Drivetrain
02:00 Fast Driving
03:20 Exterior Design
04:27 Interior
04:58 Town Driving
05:58 Back Seats
06:20 Country Road Driving
07:03 Boot
07:19 5 Annoying Things
08:32 5 Good Things
10:11 0-60mph
11:06 Verdict

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[carwow]

Hyundai i30 N or Civic Type R - which are you choosing? VOTE BELOW!

[officialhcdesign]

So proud of Hyundai for coming such a long way. They are making true high-quality contenders now

[JackDanger]

As someone who regularly drives this car… the wow factor of N Mode never really goes away. You do need a pretty good road if you fancy continued use of your spine, but N Custom can be individualised to your heart‘s content, so that doesn‘t really matter with a quick look around the settings.

[timcollins]

I recently bought a 2022 manual i30N here in Australia. It so much fun and mildly juvenile with its pops and bangs which I love! At the equivalent of 27, 000 pounds its good value here as well. Great car!

[joeknight]

i love my i30N DCT. more than enough power for British roads and handles better than most hot hatches. if you ever consider getting one you wont be disappointed

[futeditzs]

In my opinion, this hothatch is one of the best hothatch today, it still makes those popcorns and in addition it may not have the manual gearbox, but the new 8-speed was well made and is quite fast! It was a good facelift on the part of Hyundai to this I30N

[adampadamify]

Had one of these for about 4 months and it blows my mind how good it is :) Cant help but thrash it every single drive!

[ginge]

Love these. Even their first attempt at it was a gem.

[WillyCheez_]

Idk why I love this car so much, it just seems like the perfect hot hatch. Either this, or the 120 N.

[faiilaway]

I think it would be a good idea for a drag race video, the new DCT Hyundai i30N vs DCT Renault Megane RS Trophy vs DCT Golf GTI Clubsport vs Honda Type R, just to see if the extra 20hp from the type R is enough to beat the DCT and launch control from the oder cars in a straight line.

[Dailydoseofshock]

I’ve been waiting for this for a long time now

[bobji]

I live in Australia and I recently moved interstate from Melbourne to Adelaide, I actually found having that strut bar helped with keeping heavier items from sliding down the slight slope of the folded down seats, and it kind of helps splits the cabin into two compartments but carrying bulkier and longer items was a pain….

[rupertm]

The track warranty is a big thing! I remember years ago calling Renault to ask what exactly could be done with 26r if it’s not warrantied for track use.

[MrTanker]

It annoys me to no end, when doing 0-60 in a car that needs an up-shift at 57-58mph! Sometimes, it's quicker to just run it into the red-line, rather than shift.

[AlexTenThousand]

Nice to see a hot hatch review after so many SUVs.

[LargoatMcGoat]

I have one in manual with the N-Lite seats. I love it! Closest you can get to a proper hot hatch but with some modcons

[Lukesphysique]

I myself own this car but in white, absolutely amazing handling to say the least. Also owned a pre facelift one and I tell you what the new one has certainly got a lot more power then the last gen all through the rev range! Trying to put the foot down in first gear is annoying coz of transaction issues (stock tyres tho) but second pulls hard and the exhaust being how it is definently motivates you to drive hard 😂

[elamefrancis]

The design is super cool, especially the front view and the wheel rims

[okithdesilva]

Yes Mat! This Hyundai i30 N is absolutely insane!

[xalingding]

I’ve had this car for a few years now and it’s an absolute maniac on the road but I’ve loved every second. Definitely one of the few genuinely fun cars to drive these days. I’d definitely recommend switching the tyres to Pilot Sport 4S’s asap just so you don’t constantly fear for your life 🤣.