The Hyundai i30 2020 updates its styling and arrives with ECO versions

The Hyundai i30 2020 is the mid-cycle update of the compact’s third generation, so it will feature slight changes to its styling and, above all, new versions with an ECO Label

The third generation of the Hyundai i30 hit the market in 2017 making a big splash, positioning itself alongside well-established models such as the Ford Focus we tested or the recently launched Seat León 2020. However, three years on the market take their toll, so the South Korean manufacturer has decided to give it a facelift to keep its compact fresh.

The changes introduced are not radical at all, but they do add a touch of appeal to the Hyundai i30 2020. These modifications apply to all body configurations, so we will see them on the Hatchback, Fastback and Wagon.

Slight cosmetic changes

The most obvious differences can be seen at the front, as the Hyundai i30 2020 debuts a new, larger grille with a new three-dimensional mesh pattern. In addition, its headlights are now sleeker and feature a light signature in the shape of an arrow that enhances the aggressiveness of the nose.

The rear also gets a new bumper aimed at improving the model’s aerodynamic coefficient. The rear lights have also been updated, so although they keep an identical shape, they now have a light design that mirrors that of the front headlights. Additionally, new 16- and 17-inch wheel designs have been added to the list of available wheels.

Of course, the N-Line sporty trim has also been updated, with a more generous air intake in the lower part of the front bumper, a redesigned rear diffuser and new 17- and 18-inch wheels.

The interior of the Hyundai i30 2020 also receives slight touch-ups, focused above all on updating the technology equipment of the South Korean compact. As a result, a new 10.25-inch touchscreen has been fitted, along with a digital instrument cluster featuring a 7-inch display.

The Hyundai i30 2020 brings interesting news to the mechanical range

The mechanical updates start with the most basic engine in the range, the 1.0 T-GDI with 118 CV. Until now, this was only available with the six-speed manual gearbox, but this facelift adds the option of pairing it with a dual-clutch automatic transmission.

Not only that, but for the first time this engine can be combined with 48-volt mild hybrid technology, a solution the brand has already applied successfully to the ECO range of the Hyundai Tucson to achieve the benefits of the ECO Label.

It will not be the only Mild Hybrid engine in the range, as it will also debut two new engines: the first will be the 1.6 CRDI diesel with 136 CV and the second a new 1.5 T-GDI petrol engine capable of producing 160 CV.

The latter will stand out as the perfect engine if we want an Hyundai i30 with sporty aspirations but without going to the extremes of the N versions. Of course, all these engines will carry the DGT ECO badge.

Technical specifications of this car

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