When car channels do a long term review, we are lucky to see 6 months usage (with hardly a mention of servicing experience), which is hardly relevant in view of a real world ownership. Thanks for posting this vid bud, I am looking @ getting one, this is invaluable.
I own an I30N also in white and have owned it for just over a year. Purchased it at 30k kms and It's at 45k kms now. Has been ultra reliable apart from needing the 5th and 6th gear synchros replaced under warranty. Love driving it and have done most of the driving in N custom mode. it's a great car.
I’m getting mine in few days. It’s a 2019 with 20k miles. So it will soon be out of warranty and my question is do the syncros cost a lot is it a big job ?
Good afternoon from the UK, I recently purchased an Hyundai i30n performance, only had it for two and absolutely love the colour, so much fun to drive. Loved the video
Cheers for this, something I've wanted to know more about with the i30N's since I started looking at 2018/19 models 5 months ago. Reliability seems to be good so I shouldn't have any real issues going for a car around 40k-50k kms, if I end up splashing the cash (My 2014 Mazda 3 has no issues but I'd love to try one of these). Also, here's to more than 400 views!
I drive my N mostly in NORMAL mode. Hit 33000ks this week. Daily driven and my average fuel consumption is 8.0l/100 One week I drove it without going above 3k revs and I averaged 7.1 The car can be quite economical if you drive pretty normal.
@@robbedesmet i dunno man unless you only do city driving? I live on the gold coast and my commute is around 35 ish mins 60% freeway the rest built up. I have seen people hit lower going interstate someone posted on the N facebook group a few weeks back hitting into the low 6s or 5lt/100 range
Cheers mate. Yes alot were oblivious to the fact, but those that were car orientated loved it. Always a great story telling your mates and future colleagues you got your licence in an I30n
Wow. Thanks for your video @flipmyride. Very informative and humorous. I was looking at getting an i30 N fastback. Being a nervous cat already, in kind of a bit concerned now lol. Coming from an Alfa what I've been kicking $$ in quite regularly, I don't want another car that needs the same. Having said that, servicing costs and economy seem better than my current drive! Sound system is a bit of a worry (I didn't check that when I first test drove it) and the wearing interior is a bit of a worry. Given U funny change be cars often I hope this is going to still be a good long term purchase!! Thanks again!
The car is exceptional... really for the money. Although I did buy mine in 2019 and the prices were way lower than now. Remember I was a driving instructor who had 4 to 5 different peeps in and out of my car every day for 2 years.
Cool video, mate. Most people who review a car they own go on and on about how much they love it. You also mention the downsides, I appreciate that. I got a new i30N a week ago, love riding in it, but also noticed some things I don't like that much.
some niggly little things, start-stop system not working, the trunk often doesn't close properly, so the alarm is blasting in your ears. When I bought a car a week back the choice was between this one and the Audi S3. Loved the S3, but the dealbreaker was it didn't have a rearview camera, and it's not even possible to install one later. So I bought the iN. But the Audi is definetely the more sophisticated car in all. Then again, it's way more expensive. Take your pick@@philippeanglade7043
Great review Adam. Wherrett would be impressed I reckon. Great to see you giving new drivers the chance to drive a car like that. And of course offers you a toy to play with after work. Your review was a good balance of the driving experience (from a professional driver) through to the practicalities of ownership. Great content which should attract new followers to your channel. That price for the rotors/discs is crazy. Great find to source a solution from the Uk for half the price delivered. I remember that story from one of your earlier videos. All the best for 2022 mate - I look forward to your content ahead. I’ve been a fan of Hyundai/Kia for a few years here in the Uk - putting 5/7 year warranties behind your cars has been great to see and tells you a lot. Just reading in the Sunday paper this morning a review of the new Hyundai ionic 5. Great car and package for the future - full EV. Maybe your next?!
Hey Myles Hny mate. The rotor price may change due to time and access for new manufacturers to the design. The options will increase and price drop. The Korean brands are a future force for sure. As always appreciate your feedback n support buddy. Lets see what 22 brings
What a find! I own a 2018 N which I bought (justifying to myself) in order to begin doing driving lessions (I do have my NSW Instructor licence, long story) so I got a bit excited seeing the instrcutor pedals! Didn't end up using it for that (though I still could) but it has basically become my daily so hopefully my Skyline can rest easy. Only difference is I got the Premium version which, for the slighty extra price, keyless/push button start, puddle lighting, electric seats, heated seats etc was a nice upgrade. And as-is I could probably even still sell it for a profit (crazy car market). Totally agree on your sentiments: - Have the same damage on the passenger door card, in what looks like the exact same spot. Was like that when I bought it (was an ex demo). Very weird. - The stereo is a letdown. With enough engine/wind/road noise (i.e. typically at speed) it's hard to hear even at max volume. Really sucks if you're the type of person to listen to podcasts and the like. I also wish the "speed camera alerts" were more customisable (I hate how it goes on for like 10 seconds when I really wish it could just play some kind of tone), and also even despite having the maps updated at servicing, the maps still don't have fixed speed cameras which I know exist. - The headlights also kindof lackluster. Having also owned a 2018 WRX and a 2020 Civic RS, their headlights were lightyears ahead (pun semi-intended) A couple gripes of my own: - The centre console thing sits REALLY high .. you get used to it I guess but still kindof awkward. This is no doubt true for any PD i30 not just the N but still wish it was just a bit lower for ergo. - The "Rev" button doesn't work in N Custom mode. Drives me nuts. A button which literally has one job, you press it, and the dash screen is like "Nup, disabled in Custom mode", telling you to use the headunit screen thing instead. Absolutely ridiculous. Especially when you would think that Custom mode is quite likely the mode most people will spend their time in and most likely want to use. But all in all? Great car. It does everything a spirited driver could want in a road car. It perfectly balances being a "modern" car with all the safety and luxury things you want, while still feeling like a classic mechanical pre-2000's car where you, the driver, are in control. All while still being inconspicuious, flying in very low under the radar, is still being plenty presentable for people who don't like or care for fast cars, and has the practicality of 4 doors, a decent boot and fold down rear seats. Beyond its quips, it really is the best of all worlds. Also apparently the "rice bubbles" windscreen noises is apparently a common issue, looking into it it's apparently caused by a wiring loom under the windscreen cowl (where the wipers are) that rubs and rattles around a bit. Apparently getting in there and adding a few cable ties to secure it helps fix the noise. I've not gotten around to it yet, but have been meaning to.
@@FLIPMYRIDE Damn, nothing too bad I hope, and I'm wondering when the 5yr warranty is up, is probably soon for both your car and mine. My only gripe so far is whatever idiot last put the wheels on my car used a rattlegun with probably the wrong socket and f'd 15 of the 20 lugnuts. Hit some council-installed shit which blew out a tyre this Friday night just gone and wasn't able to get the tyre iron on so I could put on the spare and limp home. Luckily getting it serviced via Hyundai extended the roadside assist (They do this up to 10 years apparently) and even the NRMA guy who came out had issues getting it off. Still, wasn't happy! But hey, not the car's fault. Am tempted to follow your lead and get some slightly fatter tyres.
@@rakeau the tyre size change just helped with issues around Learners. A little more protection. Sound like they rattled the shit outta your nuts!! 1🤣🤣
@@FLIPMYRIDE I've been doing a bit of Uber driving lately (just for boredom/pocket money). Dunno if you've spent any time on Sydney roads but they're pretty terrible, so some extra cushion is probably worthwhile. Damaged both drivers side tyres so probably time for a whole new set now and just hoping I haven't broken anything else, probably need to see a damn dentist as well. Hoping I can send the bill to the fkn council!
Thanks, Adam. Good to get a rundown on a car that's been in someone's hands for more than just a weekend. We have its less grunty sibling (just a plain i30) that we bought off my cousin with nearly 40K on the clock, and 10K and a year later, we're very happy with it as Madam's shopping trolley. Other than regular services, it's been cheap to run and zero warranty issues. Regrettably, I rarely get to put it in Sport mode as Madam keeps insisting it should be in Eco. Bugger! Still, for a cheap car, the straight i30 is fun (for smaller values of 'fun'), good reliable transport and suits us around town. I can only hope for a more sporty set of town wheels next time around 🙂. 18K for a set of rubber doughnuts! Ouch! Takes me back to my boy racer days and my 1275 Cooper S when I got through a set of Dunlop Aquajets in 8000miles. Keep up the good work!
Hey Chris. Always nice to hear from you. So you are a fellow Hyundai owner then. Sneak it out of eco my brother!! And you are a mini man! Kindred souls mate!
@@FLIPMYRIDE 2nd car was an 850 mini (red of course), the Cooper S was about car #6, The i30 is our first Korean, but I'm sure it won';t be our last. Funny how the Mode button gets into Sport when I'm the only one in the car. 🙂
Nice review, no surprises in your comments. I have a FL Premium DCT and love it, spent decades driving a manuals and wanted something easier in traffic. Drive mainly in Normal mode, but come the weekend its N Custom! After just over 7000Km, I have averaged about 9.3l/km, so not to bad. Stock P Zero's are OK, but looking to replace with Michelin PS4S soon, keep the Pierlies as spares.
the price may have come down or there are more options out there. If you get onto the wear earlier you may be able to machine the discs. I was to late.
Good video matey, I’m at a later age of 59 and have a Fastback N, Performance blue have had it 2 and a bit years and love the fuck out of it. Spent a shit load of dollars on doing it up. One of the best cars I’ve had with 23,000ks on her. Look forward to more clips from you.
Flow design front lip spitter, side skirt splitters, rear diffuser, spat winglets front & Rear…..RPM exhaust with XForce tips, short shifter, GT form rims with Michelin pilot sports, Carbon fibre side mirror, petrol lid & engine cover…..Stage 2 tune, blowoff valve….LED blinker bulbs all round. Spent about 5 grand on her and it’s worth every penny…..Unfortunately I don’t wanna do too much to her as the cops on the Central Coast nsw where I live are absolute arseholes when it comes to cars done up.
Cheers Myles. Yeah yay! Especially since I've not put out more vids its keeping my channel pumping. I have tonnes of footage to do a Ningi vid in the coming week. Editing takes so long though. Hope you're well mate.
Test drove one of these at the weekend. Great car, fantastic fun to drive, the DCT auto box is immaculate. But, obnoxiously loud, so unless you are a boy racer that still gets turned on by that sort of thing, it would be a bit irritating to live with in a residential setting. I much prefer a nice note under load than a car that's popping and banging at 30-40mph. Also the firm ride, even on its softest setting, was way too harsh for the quality of roads near me. If you have nice road, no issue, you will love the handling. That all said, I preferred it to the GTI (nice but less character) and the 128Ti (terrible autobox, switch to FWD was a mistake by BMW for the 1 series)
For all those with the windscreen noise, its actually the noise generator. It is a small solenoid/motor, whish sits at the bottom of the screen to vibrate the screen and given you more interior engine noise, AKA fake noise. Just disconnect it and it all disappears.
Interesting but the fix for mine was the foam around the bottom of the windscreen. It wears and then starts making noise so thin insulation is installed. Its in the skuttle plate area under the wipers. There's a few RU-vid videos on it. Simple fix in the end and under warranty.
I will keep driving Hyundai no matter others opinion... for the past 14 years they make me smile daily. My pervious car was a i20 1.4D drove her 300 000km in 6years. All original Zero warranty claims, self maintanance with only 5W30 throughout lifespan. Serviced every 12500km. Now for the past few years a Creta 1.6D 2019 Model A/T this time. Close to 70 000km zero issues or warranty claims too not even a set of brake pads as yet. We get them with a 7year warranty here, pretty sure they know what they do ill just be sure to stay with a torque converter auto and do all required maint when warranty runs out i believe dct has to much issues accross all brands. Love the i30n, hopefully your next is Auto then im sure it will be better than manual 🎉😊
At 3:44 Myself telling to my wife , that we will fit in there with 2 kids and we can go camping :D.. 3:47 the real reason why I bought the car :D. By the way great review thanks:-)
I have an MY20 Nline manual which is a great car for the price. Not fast off the line, but with the suspension and wheel/tire setup is great in the twisties around Mt Glorious and Mt Mee. I am as happy running around that area in the car as I am on my GS BMW. Standard tire size on the Nline is 225/40x18 and I am still running the standard Michelin PS4's at 40k km. with at least 10k km left in them. Wheel rotation and alignment is done every service. Pressures are kept at 40 psi cold, which is four psi up from placard pressure. As you have done, I am going up a size next time. I had thought about going up to 45 profile but maybe that would be a bridge too far regarding standing start acceleration, but it would at least bring the speedo reading back to what it should read. Realistically, I think I will do what you have done and go a bit larger on the cross section which will raise the profile just a bit and will stay with the Michies as they are a great tire. What pressures do you run? Yes, the clutch is very annoying and I have had my share of stalls trying to feed the power in slowly while bringing the clutch out. What I do now is blip the revs a bit before letting the clutch out which seems to work for me.
I'm located in Brisbane and have a stock 2002 Integra. It's not much but I love driving it. I'd be open to you reviewing it. I realise this is a weak offer but hey just putting it out there.
@@FLIPMYRIDE base model. it has a k20a3, which has i-vtec on the intake cam, but not the exhaust cam. Manual transmission and I love the shifter. Just over 2 years I've owned it.
Bloody hell... Your terrible fuel consumption and break pads getting down to the metal (something I've never experienced on any sports cars) just goes to show rough you have been treating this poor i30n. Driving in N mode all day every day as well and you wonder why it was drinking so much. If the i30n has survived this torture then it goes to show just how tough it is!
Rough!! It was a driving school car! Spent all day pottering around and sitting on the side of the road explaining parking and clutch control etc. It did 50000 km in the first year.
No but I know people who have had the usual blown head gasket issue with them and a also known a few who went from a WRX to the N and reckon it blows them away. Not my words
I owned a 2019 WRX after owning a 2005 WRX (highly modified) from new. I wish I hadn't got rid of the MY05 for the MY19 and regret selling it. I couldn't wait to get rid the MY19 and was waiting on the right car to come along. I now own the 2021 I30N DCT and what a car compared to the MY19 WRX. The only thing I miss about the WRX is the AWD. Apart from that it doesn't hold a candle to the I30N. The N has so much more character and is way more fun to drive. I am now back to looking forward to driving the car every time I get into it, unlike the MY19 WRX. Test drive both, but I think I know what the result will be.
@@jashugg 6 speed, I wouldn't go anywhere near a CVT box. I had never owned an auto car before the N DCT and I've had a number of performance and "normal" cars over the years. The N DCT is a great gearbox and it swung me to the dark side. I love it :-)
Hey mate! Great video... I've got the same issue with my exhaust note being raspy and rattley... let us know how you go with the bi-model valve replacement, cheers! (I30n fastback 51000km) 👍
"Boohoo my fuel economy is so bad! 12-13L/100kms when driving enthusiastically!" Meanwhile that's what I'm getting in the Saab on a good day of pleasant driving and it makes the same power 😂😂😭
Lol most headlights are rated bad. It sucks my Kona N has non standard reflector based headlights. At least if it had a crappy halogen projector, I could retrofit a much nicer projector inside. As it is, it looks like my only option would be to buy the halogen headlights and exchange them after the retrofit.
I am waiting for my dct performance blue(september/october maybe). According to my research there are only two tire sizes: 235/35 r19 and 225/40 r18. Is the size you are using(245/35 r19) also in the list of manufacturer approved? In my country I might get into trouble using unregistered tire size....
the issue with the windscreen is a popular one an I heard it can be fixed more ore less easily. Just search for Windshield Noise Fix i30n there are other known issues with the car, found in this vid: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-BpdRjpChfUU.html
Not really. It can be adjusted to different levels. Not as obnoxious as some VAG cars. Only really pops etc if you really push it or hard accelerate in say 2nd and then let off.
how come you did not have problem with the police or insurance companies, wearing 245/35 R19, which are not homologated for this car ? And how did you even fit those without stearing problems ?
You are allowed to change tyre size to a degree. Many people put 18 inch wheels on. The tyres are only 10 mm wider and fraction higher. It may put the speedo out a little but more tyre wall protects from kerb damage.
Thinking of buying one as a schoolcar aswell… The consumpion under lessons on 11… Is that 11km/l og 11l/100km? :) And is it a car to live with, with that amount of km on the passanger seat? (I lile firm cars, but not stone hard)
It was my office and I love cars. Id rather be in something I enjoy particularly when you are in it for 8 to 10 hours. . Consumption was hovering around the 10s and 11 litres per 100km. Suspension is very firm in normal mode. Its a reliable fun car.
When u say 11-12 on fuel please don’t tell me your talking MPG. If you give the golf r you get more. I’ve been looking at one of these but please don’t tell me your talking about 11-12 MPG 😂
i watch you for first time. and after 2 min. i can tell u this car is not for you. you need. mercedes b class 2.0d 150hp automatic. that would be perfect. if not . bmw 2 grand tourer. same engine. or mybe, mybe volvo xc40. same engine. mybe you could hawe funn with cooper mini. nothing ellse.
Sorry you feel that way mate. From more than 37 000 views you are the first to complain. Most, if they are offended are grown up enough to just move along without having a go. I am unapologetic as to how I present my content. We can't please everyone! Take care out there.
