2018 Hyundai i30 N 'Performance' ("Two Dads" Review) | BRRRRM Australia
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- Опубліковано 13 жов 2024
- The Hyundai i30 N - It's a practical 5-door hatchback with 202kW, an adjustable chassis, engine tune, exhaust and steering AND with a price tag under $40k - is it the BEST "Fun and Family Friendly" car in Australia?
(Special Thanks to Hyundai Australia for our test car)
Also check out our i30 N "Exhaust Sound" driving video here:
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Car: 2018 Hyundai i30 N 'Performance' Hatch 2.0L 16v 4-cyl Turbo (202kW / 353Nm) 6-speed Manual
Reviewers: Justin & Matt
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I have a 2017 Golf R, I test drove the i30N and loved it. So much more fun and engaging. The Golf is very good, fast, effortless, a plush interior and clearly more premium than the Hyundai but to me it feels more like a fast saloon than a hot hatch. You have to push it to enjoy it by which time your going too fast.
Hyundai have nailed it with the N, perfect balance of power and handling, reminds me of the Fiesta ST. Shame we don't get the sunroof in the UK.
While I agree that the Golf GTi / R range does look to have better materials on the inside.
The price of a Golf R here is $52,990 . Compared to $39,990 for the I30N. So that a 1/3 of the price of the I30N extra for the Gold R.
So you would have to think that the Golf R would have a more better build quality to it..
Could be because of the lack of sun in the UK 😉😉
@@purplehazeffc except the Golf R is in another league for performance
@@kjs1973
It better be considering it's a class up there with the Focus RS, Type R considering it's at *least* $10k more expensive lmao
Nice video guys, love the idea behind the channel and what an incredible car! Loved my drive of it, absolutely insane car.
Nice review guys. I did a test drive a couple of weeks ago, and my dad-cans were bouncing around in N-mode. But other than that, yeah a great drive. I drove through the hills (in a 60km/h zone) and just left it in 3rd, and it pulled out of every corner. Great drive.
Hi Paul Howard - thanks for your comment. You're absolutely right mate, the torque delivery when you leave it in 3rd gear is really nice isn't it? Thanks for watching!
Love the performance figures, the 7 year warranty, the fact that you can fang it on a racetrack without voiding your warranty plus the overall 'bang for your buck'. Now - bring on the DCT because the last thing I want around the burbs is a third pedal! Acceleration times should also come down with a DCT and things can only get better given it's Hyundai's first time crack at this segment of the market.
Awesome! Congrats on getting one to review. You guys must have had a blast!
I was so dam close to getting one but ended up going for a golf gti 7.5. My feelings after watching this video is "the grass is always greener on the other side"/ I should have just went for the i30n! :(
I felt I made a mature choice going for the golf gti 7.5 but the inner child in me is kicking myself for not going for the i30n because its more crazy fun and you only live once but oh well..i did what i did :|
Main reasons why I went for the GTI 7.5 (totally Justify myself here >.
Hi Kwa Nguyen - thanks for your comments and congrats on the GTI mate. It's still a really great choice for a "fun and family friendly" car. I can fully understand why you went for the Golf (premium feel, refinement and availability of a DSG in Sydney's horrible traffic), but you are right - the i30 N is definitely more "raw" (in a good way) than a GTI, which I think just makes it a bit more "fun" and engaging to drive. I do think that not having the availability of a dual-clutch "auto" transmission in the i30 N at the moment might be putting a few people off buying it right now, but the guys at Hyundai tell me one is coming next year that should handle the extra power and torque of the N. Maybe the i30 N with DCT might be the next car for you in a few years? Thanks for watching and thanks for the idea of a "coffee and cars" meet up sometime too!
I really hope the Elantra gets the N treatment. It really deserves it and it would be great to have something with a bit more room
Pretty sure the fastback version coming next year or so will be basically an elantra N version
Love this car...
The rear brace is removable with a screwdriver if needed.
Good video lads. My wife just bought the SR premium. Now she wants the N. Will it be available in automatic?
Cheers greyman003 - congrats on the SR premium too! The guys from Hyundai told us there's a DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission) version (with a wet clutch) coming in 2019. We'd really like to try out that one too! Thanks for Watching!
Love your reviews, will you guys get the chance of reviewing the Astra? Apparently, the 1.6 turbo goes very well.
Hi Joseph - Thanks for your comments! We'll try Holden again to see if they'll loan us an Astra as initially they weren't interested in us (I think in their mind we're not proper "motoring journalists"). I might be biased but I think the way we review cars on BRRRRM allows us to connect better with you guys out there as we're just like you. Hopefully as the channel gets bigger (I think we'll hit 1,000,000 views by the end of the year) and we get more subscribers, we can get more manufacturers on board. Thanks for Watching!
I've officially subscribed, hope that little bit helps! Keep up the great work.
Cheers MrJesho - many thanks!
Good review as always. How is the fuel efficiency ?
I've done 7k km in mine and average about 11l / 100 km = 25 mpg. I never spare the pedal, so count somewhere around 30 mpg with a more economical driving style. 35-40 mpg highway.
Awesome cahhhh
Judging from the way your moving up and down in the car seat it suggests that the suspension is fairly stiff? How would this car go for a 4Hr drive say to the country? Would it be a comfortable drive or would a VW GTI be a better long distance tourer?
Hi Tony Coz - Matt pretty much drove it everywhere in "N" mode (the sportiest settings for everything), even when we shot the video over some very bumpy Sydney roads, but the beauty of the i30 N is the adjustability of the chassis, steering and engine parameters. When you dial it down to normal settings in the suspension, it does ride really well. The Golf GTI is a nice all-rounder, but recently in Australia they introduced a "basic" version (the GTI Original) to get it below $40K. You now miss out on a few things the i30 N has - one being adjustable suspension. The i30 N is one of the few cars we've driven where the difference in suspension modes is very noticeable which is good. I have a suspicion the GTI Original might be a good touring car with it's smaller wheels (18's vs 19's on the i30 N) and Golfs have always felt a bit more comfortable because of their "upmarket" interior plastics and trim over most other small cars. As we mentioned in the video, the i30 N does the everyday hatch thing really well, but is also an animal when you press that "N" button - I think more of an animal than a Golf GTI. I think it really depends on what you need your car to do, but you wouldn't be disappointed in the i30 N as a long-distance tourer...but just keep the suspension in softer modes. Thanks for Watching!
Cant find a hyunday N in australia for $39.990..... 43-45k......thats the price
How's the gearbox. I have a Veloster SR and have found 1st,2nd and 3rd short. And you run out of reves very quickly.
Vanity purchasers and snob badge 'vankers' will never accept a non Euro.I hope "Hyundai/Kia, 'stick it up 'em'".
I hope they do too. I've already put my deposit on this car. Went for the I30N in White with the Luxury Package + Panoramic sunroof.
I was saying to my dad earlier I think Kia & Hyundai have been putting out some real good cars of late. The Stinger obviously was a massive deal for Kia and I've heard a lot of good things about it, the Optima looks really classy now as do the Sorento & Sportage. I think Hyundai maybe just have the edge on Kia for the moment because of the last couple of cars they've brought out (Kona & i30 N) but they're both coming up massive as brands for the South Korean motor vehicle industry. The fact we're getting similar to Euro quality and premiumisation out of these companies now with a cheaper up keep cost than European cars as someone that lives in Australia is fucking brilliant although I am very sour I don't have the money to buy an i30 N right now hahaha
Hyundai, please bring it to the U.S.
The front end looks like they took the kodo design from mazda. Headlights look a little like the ford focus and the back like a VW golf. Great video as usual guys 👍
xanvavy hahah but is better than all
coup reivin i agree is a nice car. The problem is that hunday haven't proved that they are reliable like Mazda, Ford and VW. You hardly see 10 year old hundays on the road and if you see one, most of the time they aren't in the best condition.
Not coming to US? WTF?
When speaking, 'H' say "AITCH" (SEE Dictionary or Google it.)
Bring i30N to US market. Dang it
You guys get the Veloster N instead. Wanna swap?
Your kids must have an interesting life with two dads.
mugensamurai if your dad doesn't have a beard you have two mums 😂
As someone who just drops the kids to school and doesn't go anywhere near the Old Pacific, would you say I would likely enjoy an i30 SR as much as an i30N? I know they're totally different cars, but strictly from a daily drivers point of view I'm wondering how much more I would enjoy an i30N considering I don't really go on tracks etc.
Hi spo222a - We've now driven both cars (you can check out our i30 SR review video on the channel too) and I would have to say the i30 SR does makes a great sporty daily driver. The i30 N is really for the hardcore petrol heads among us as Hyundai has spent their money developing the car for driver appeal over anything else. The SR still goes very well (1.6 turbo with 150kW) and has more luxury and safety spec for the price than an i30 N and is available in DCT transmission which makes it easy to drive in Sydney traffic. I think for what you need it to do, you'd probably prefer the i30 SR over the N. Thanks for Watching!
thanks for such a quick reply! I have watched the i30 SR video already. I really enjoy your reviews :) Would you say the same about an i30 SR vs Golf GTI too? (i.e. the i30 SR probably just as enjoyable daily as a Golf GTI?)
Hi spo22a - No worries at all and thanks for being a great BRRRRM viewer! The Golf GTI is a great sporty car too (after all, VW invented the concept of the "hot hatch" in the 70s), but price wise and power wise, is now in between the i30 SR and N (and the 5-door GTI is even more expensive than the i30 N). The Volkswagen does feel more upmarket than the Hyundai because of its better quality plastic trim and little things like felt trim in the door pockets etc, but I think value for money, the I30 SR is better considering what you get and what you want it to do. I think the Hyundai would be overall cheaper to run too, but just as fun to drive. I reckon save the money, get the i30 SR (or SR Premium) and with the change, take the family on a nice holiday! ;)
Just thought i'd let you know that I went home with an i30 SR over the weekend. I couldn't be more pleased. I did drive the i30n and GTI and although the fun factor was through the roof (and the Golf interior is very plush) -- I must say, the i30 SR is such a value buy. It has all the fun factor for everyday driving on top of so much equipment. Really appreciate your replies and videos for helping make the decision.
I don't know if you guys ever do "Dads, Kids & Cars" meet ups in Sydney -- but if you do, i'd be keen to drop in and say hello :)
Cheers spo22a and congrats on choosing the i30 SR - I'm sure you'll have fun with it! Really glad we were able to help a fellow dad out there too! I also like your idea of a Sydney "Dads, Kids & Cars" meet up too - maybe with our connections we could convince some of the manufacturers to loan us some good "fun and family friendly" cars for you guys to check out too? Thanks for being a great BRRRRM supporter!
I like this car but you guys were bouncing around in that cabin lol
Hi cater anytink - we were enjoying the car in "N" mode pretty much everywhere - even on the bumpy Sydney roads! It's much nicer when you put the car's suspension back into "Normal" mode over bumps. Thanks for Watching!
BRRRRM Australia Why didn't you just use the custom mode???
I sold my girlfriend for this
she was expensive eh?😏
better than civic r
Type r cost $11000aud more
HP please...
Hi victor gallardo - thanks for your comment but in Australia we use kilowatts not horsepower. Thanks for watching!
250 0r 275bhp in the performance
mechanical limited slip diff for $40000aud steal
The rear pillar/spoiler is ugly as sin...wtf?