Hatchback · 2017–2024

Hyundaii30

Quiet Golf rival. i30 N is a proper hot hatch; N Line is the lookalike. Estate Fastback variants add body choice.

Best for: Drivers who want Korean value with optional N thrills.

Indicative running costs ~£2,053–£2,895 / year

Power: 120 hp
Economy: 45–52 mpg
Fuel: Petrol
Boot: 285–395 litres
0–60: 8.5–12.5 sec 0–60 mph
Ins. group: Grp12–28, depending on trim and power

Owner essentials

The lookups people actually search for — pressures, oil and spare status. Confirm against the V5C engine code and door sticker.

Tyre size

Commonly 195/55 R16 – 225/40 R18

Tyre pressure (cold)

Often ~30–36 PSI cold for small hatches; check the sticker

Engine oil

Usually 5W-30 or 0W-20 meeting the maker approval on the oil cap / handbook

Oil capacity

Typically ~3.5–5.5 litres

Spare / puncture kit

Spare, space-saver or sealant kit — check the boot well

ULEZ

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Need a PSI ↔ bar converter? Tyre pressure tool →

UK running costs

Ballpark annual ownership for a private Hyundai i30 at ~8,000 miles/year.

~£2,053–£2,895 / year

Cost	Indicative yearly figure
Fuel	~£1014/yr @ 52 mpg, £1.45/L, 8,000 miles
Road tax	~£195/yr typical post-2017 standard rate
Insurance	£550–£1,100 (indicative)
Servicing	~£240–£400 for a typical annual service
Tyres (avg)	~£100–£260 averaged over a set

· Assumes ~8,000 private miles/year — scale up/down with your mileage.
· Insurance is the wild card: age, postcode, NCB and claims history matter more than the car alone.
· Figures are illustrative UK ballparks for planning — not quotes. Use our running-costs tool for a custom budget.

Custom running-costs calculator →Journey fuel cost →Road tax estimator →

Variants & trims

GTI / ST / R-Line / AMG Line are not the same thing — match the boot badge and V5C engine code.

9 listed

Variant	Engine	Power	Economy	Road tax
S / SE 1.0 T-GDi Daily petrol. 1.0 T-GDi · 45–52 mpg	1.0 T-GDi	100–120 hp	45–52 mpg	~£195*
Premium / Premium SE Kit levels. 1.0–1.4 · 45–52 mpg	1.0–1.4	120–140 hp	45–52 mpg	~£195*
N Line Looks like N — not N power. 1.0–1.4 T-GDi · 42–50 mpg	1.0–1.4 T-GDi	120–140 hp	42–50 mpg	~£195*
N Line + DCT Auto N Line. 1.4 T-GDi DCT · 42–48 mpg	1.4 T-GDi DCT	140 hp	42–48 mpg	~£195*
i30 N Proper hot hatch. 2.0 T-GDi · 30–35 mpg	2.0 T-GDi	250 hp	30–35 mpg	£0–£195*
i30 N Performance LSD / bigger brakes — PDE options. 2.0 T-GDi · 30–35 mpg	2.0 T-GDi	275–280 hp	30–35 mpg	£0–£195*
Fastback N Shooting-brake hot hatch. 2.0 T-GDi · 30–35 mpg	2.0 T-GDi	250–280 hp	30–35 mpg	~£195*
Tourer estate Wagon. Various · 45–55 mpg	Various	120–140 hp	45–55 mpg	~£195*
1.6 CRDi Diesel option. 1.6 diesel · 55–65 mpg	1.6 diesel	110–136 hp	55–65 mpg	~£195*

*Indicative annual UK VED. Confirm on GOV.UK.

Full specifications

Engine1.0 litre

Gearbox5- or 6-speed manual; automatic varies by trim

DimensionsApprox. 4.0–4.6m long · 1.7–1.8m wide

ServiceUsually 12 months or 10,000–20,000 miles; confirm by VIN and handbook

InsuranceTypically groups 12–28, depending on trim and power

Road taxDepends on first registration date, CO₂ band and fuel type — confirm on GOV.UK

CO₂Varies by engine, gearbox and trim — check the V5C or GOV.UK vehicle enquiry

Tyre sizeCommonly 195/55 R16 – 225/40 R18

Tyre pressureOften ~30–36 PSI cold for small hatches; check the sticker

OilUsually 5W-30 or 0W-20 meeting the maker approval on the oil cap / handbook

Oil capacityTypically ~3.5–5.5 litres

ULEZMost petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Buying a used i30

1i30 N: check for track days and PDE options
2N Line ≠ N
3Verify dual-clutch vs manual

· Confirm the exact engine code, trim and gearbox on the V5C before ordering parts
· Check the latest MOT history and advisories on GOV.UK
· Compare cold-start behaviour, warning lights and service invoices before buying

Common faults to check

Inspection prompts — not a diagnosis.

DCT fluid neglect
Front suspension knock
Infotainment glitches

Hyundai i30 FAQs

Is a used Hyundai i30 expensive to run in the UK?

As a rough guide, many owners should budget ~£2,053–£2,895 / year including fuel, tax, insurance, servicing and tyres at ~8,000 miles/year. Hotter trims and young drivers cost more.

What tyre pressure does a Hyundai i30 need?

Often ~30–36 PSI cold for small hatches; check the sticker. Pressures change with load and wheel size — the legal reference is the sticker in the door shut or fuel flap, not the sidewall maximum.

What oil does a Hyundai i30 take?

Usually 5W-30 or 0W-20 meeting the maker approval on the oil cap / handbook. Capacity is Typically ~3.5–5.5 litres. Wrong oil on wet-belt / LongLife engines can be an expensive mistake — confirm by engine code in the handbook.

What are common Hyundai i30 problems?

Buyers most often watch for: DCT fluid neglect; Front suspension knock. Always cross-check MOT history and a pre-purchase inspection.

Is the Hyundai i30 ULEZ compliant?

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Owner handbook

Official Hyundai manuals for exact oil grades, torque figures and fuse maps. We link out; PDFs stay with the manufacturer.

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Reviewed October 2026. Photos: Wikimedia Commons. Cost figures are illustrative UK planning ranges, not insurer or DVLA quotes. Manufacturer handbook and UK model-year specifications GOV.UK MOT guidance and vehicle test standards Owner and workshop inspection patterns; verify against the specific VIN