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Hyundai i30 II (2011–2017)

3.5/5
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Engine reliability summary

Petrol

Engine Score Reports Common issues
1.4 (100 Hp) (G4FA) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.4 (100 Hp) blue (Kappa / G4LC) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.4 Blue (100 Hp) (Kappa / G4LC) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 (120 Hp) (Gamma II / G4FG) No reports 0 No issues reported
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1.6 (120 Hp) Automatic (Gamma II / G4FG) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 GDI (135 Hp) (G4FD) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 GDI (135 Hp) Automatic (G4FD) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 GDI (135 Hp) DCT blue (G4FD) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 GDI (135 Hp) blue (G4FD) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 MPI (120 Hp) (Gamma II / G4FG) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 MPI (120 Hp) Automatic (Gamma II / G4FG) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 T-GDI (186 Hp) (Gamma II / G4FJ) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 T-GDi (186 Hp) (Gamma II / G4FJ) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.8 (150 Hp) (Nu / G4NB) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.8 (150 Hp) Automatic (Nu / G4NB) No reports 0 No issues reported

Diesel

Engine Score Reports Common issues
1.4 CRDi (90 Hp) (D4FC) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 CRDi (110 Hp) (D4FB) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 CRDi (110 Hp) Automatic (D4FB) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 CRDi (110 Hp) DCT blue (D4FB) No reports 0 No issues reported
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1.6 CRDi (110 Hp) blue (D4FB) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 CRDi (128 Hp) (D4FB) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 CRDi (128 Hp) Automatic (D4FB) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 CRDi (136 Hp) DCT blue (D4FB) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.6 CRDi (136 Hp) blue (D4FB) No reports 0 No issues reported

Owner reviews

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i30 II: A Reliable Workhorse

If I had to improve one thing, it would be the noise insulation above 120-130 km/h. Road noise, wind noise, and engine sounds are quite noticeable. I tested many tires and definitely recommend investing in quiet ones for this car. I've driven over 150,000 km, mostly on highways with 30-40% city driving. I haven't experienced any breakdowns. It's a simple diesel without a dual-mass flywheel, with a timing chain.

Pros: Reliable diesel engine, Durable drivetrain (timing chain), Good for long distances
Cons: Road noise above 120-130 km/h, Wind and engine noise can be intrusive
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Hyundai i30 II

The Hyundai i30 is the line separating decent motoring from junk. It's not entirely one or the other. It's a perfectly bland car, like a Volkswagen – for people who hate their lives and drink instant coffee. Those who say it's a great car are the same group who believe a manual is better than an automatic and that a dishwasher is unnecessary at home because you can wash by hand. I have a lot of respect for my Hyundai because it runs and, surprisingly, doesn't break down. But driving it brings me so little...

Pros: Reliable, Functional
Cons: Bland, Uninspiring driving experience

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