Hyundai i30 2006–2012 car dimensions: 4245 mm long, 1775 mm wide and 1480 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,363 kg. Braked towing is 1,200 kg.
Air conditioning is standard. Higher grades add automatic climate control. Cruise control appears on mid and top trims. Rear parking sensors feature on premium grades. The cabin has a CD audio system with USB and aux inputs, plus Bluetooth on later updates. No factory touchscreen, reverse camera or modern driver aids like AEB, blind-spot warning or lane keep are listed.
Boot holds 378 litres with seats up. Fold the 60/40 rear seats for 1316 litres. The load area is practical for a compact hatch.
Braked towing capacity starts at 1200 kg and reaches 1500 kg on some diesels. Unbraked is 600 kg. Payload varies by engine and trim but supports everyday loads. No heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension is noted for work use.
The cabin is spacious with room for five and supportive seats that have good side hold. Higher grades add driver lumbar support plus heated front seats. Air conditioning comes on most versions with automatic climate control on top trims. Seats and wheel adjust for a relaxed driving position.
Petrol combined fuel use from 6.1 l/100 km. diesel from 4.7 l/100 km
Service every 15 000 km or 12 months
Euro NCAP 4-star adult occupant rating
Six airbags, ABS and ESP standard on most grades
Petrol engines return combined figures starting at 6.1 l/100 km while diesels start at 4.7 l/100 km. Real-world use sits a little higher depending on conditions and gearbox.
Routine servicing is set at 15 000 km or once a year. Parts are widely available and work is straightforward for most workshops.
Safety kit includes six airbags, active head restraints, pretensioners, ABS and ESP on the majority of cars. The model scored four stars for adult protection in Euro NCAP testing.
The car is simple to keep on the road with a solid original warranty period and common wear items that are inexpensive to replace.
Length 4245 mm, Width 1775 mm, Height 1480 mm, Wheelbase 2650 mm (i30 2006–2012)
Sources: manufacturer data, Hyundai Australia 2009 i30 Specsheet, Wikipedia and Geneva 2007 press release, autoevolution/CarsGuide.