Hyundai i40 Tourer estate review - CarBuyer 

I didn't really like it until I sat in one. The interior "atmosphere" is really comfortable and nice. It feels modern, yet sensible. For someone like me who LIKES spending time in a car but can't justify driving around in the most expensive car possible, this is a good alternative.

Tested one today. Dynamic wise... Ok-ish. Interior however, feels really upmarket and nice to be in. In fact, I actually like it.

I hired the 1.7 diesel version a while ago and was extremely impressed with it, I'd buy one if I had the money

The main let down with the i40 is the autohold feature which automatically applies the handbrake when you come to a stop and firmly press the foot brake, but it disengages it as soon as you touch the accelerator. You are supposed to find clutch biting point first, but many people do not do that. It's hard to get used to and possibly dangerous even. The electronic handbrake is annoying in general, the stop start system never activates. The clutch system goes wrong on early cars (pre 2015 I think) and you have to upgrade the parts from Hyunda (about £220 for upgraded clutch pressure regulator and master cylinder). The gearbox is abit notchy, but made much better if you change fluid to redline mt85. There can be some rust bubbling through above the windscreen, and the various jubilee clips and bonnet catches seem to rust. Timing chain can rub on a part inside the engine casing, but it's unusual for it to either happen or it takes a very long time to cause serious damage. No cup holders as such in my one either. The good points are excellent flexible diesel engine with enough poke even in the low power model. Expect 38+mpg local, 48+normal motorway, 65+mpg nursing it on motorway. £30 to tax in the UK in manual form. Ride quality is lovely, seat comfort excellent, road noise low. Audio system is OK, has usb and Bluetooth which is easy to setup. Even the voice command call system works fairly well. Interior space is excellent. Handling is adequate. Its a car that would of been alot better had hyundai focused on the simple things and sold it for a lower price. Should of given it simple analog technology like a proper handbrake. We don't need auto lights, auto handbrake application, e handbrake, fog lights that come on when cornering, a tune that comes on when you start or shut down the car etc etc. And maybe they should of made all of them with a torque converter automatic seen as though the manuals and the DCT dual clutch automatic system both had issues.

10 years and 107 thousand later I can agree with that review and everything works still, drives well and still get great MPG. Only ouch was a offside rear brake caliper it was very expensive.

Hurray! I've always wanted to see a review of this car. Exellent, Mat. As always :D

Of course! This may be the most beautiful wagon ever designed.

Excellent review. Certainly my pick of the estate cars, stunning good looks, space, quality interior, Hyundai can do no wrong!!

Its a bloody good sports tourer.

YES... This is the review I was waiting for 4 months :)))) Thanks Mat, you are full of epicness.

Mat you are the best car reviewer from the planet! I follow you from South America! (Argentina) cheers

I don't deny that it's an interesting car with some good perks. But my biggest concern was where Mat pointed out that visibility (especially where the rear is concerned) isn't so great.

As I heard The clutch and the DMF is a big issue with these cars. Some cases clutch needed to be replaced after 20k

I recommend buying this car it's amazing and the sound system is great aswell

its so difficult to pick an estate now with this, the ford mondeo and the skoda superb being so close. i40 has the best guaranties and standard equipment for the lowest price, ford mondeo the best driving dynamics and all round best drive(and a new stunning model on the way might put a dent in the i40 and superb's sales stats.) while the skoda superb offers amazing space and quality feel for the money.. picking one is going to drive you maaad :)

I Love your reviews! I'm sure they will help me pick my new car:)

"In fact in terms of styling, you could argue they've edged ahead" Sure their design studio full of Italians has.

If anyone should replace the ageing Top Gear hosts, it's Mat Watson.

Currently on my 2nd i40 saloon, Absolutely brilliant car

this 1.7 crdi 65 mpg Engine is Banned on the U.S . 90% of fuel efficient cars are banned in the U.S I think you can get a i45 in the U.S with 2.4 turbocharged engine which can do 30 mpg

This vehicle is so beautiful.. i want it sobad!

Finally, hyundai and makinging very good looking cars :o)

I work while in school. Receiving childish insults from a person 8 years older than me is always refreshing.

This guy loves his storage cubbies.

@changke I'd say that it's always cloudy, it doesn't rain as often as you'd think though.

@TheGreekJim they do in US and Korea

Matt, as usual a great video and review. P.S: try make videos more often because we're all waiting unpatiently :)

@boy638 No, we don't have it yet - neither do we have Genesis saloon or coupe nor the Equus.

damn thats one very cool looking car....

I found the seats in the rear a bit too low, it made it a bit uncomfortable at times. But, there is still loads of room.

My Hyundai i40 tourer 2011, is pulling to the left. And still pulling to the left after four wheel alignments by hyundai..! After googling the problem there are thousands of Hyundai customers talking about this fault online. I would be very happy with this car, if it could just find the road and wasn't actively seeking out poles and ditches to the left... Of course at Hyundai main dealership which I have gone to two, have said "that's strange we've never heard of that problem before" and still getting the excuses it's a safety feature or road camber.. Buyers Beware... I'm bringing mine back to the dealership again. If anyone has any solutions on this I'd be happy to hear them...🤦🏻‍♂️..?

great review again Mat , You helped a lot to choose our next car!(no not Hyunday), many thanks!

i wish these hyundai's were in america. this would be the sonata hatchback n i would have no problem choosing this over the accord crosstour or toyota venza. the i30 or elantra touring is great too

hhmm, can't say I noticed much wind noise at all on the i40, love the cool blue dash lighting on our Elantra, perhaps you should have lowered the brightness, as for the interior quality Hyundai have excelled themselves with design, ergonomics and build quality.

theres so many strong points with the i40.. it's got good engines which doesn't cost a fortune to run, excellent ride, alot of space, quiet at speed, ALOT of equipment as standard, better warranties than pretty much any car in its range & the design is also way better than alot of its rivals (as long as you go for the bigger wheels, the ones in this review looks horrid) but I suspect it won't be so refreshing once the new mondeo comes out in 2013 some time. downsides, well. handling? thats it

AMAZING REVIEW! It would be amazing if you were a US Top Gear host, hell, you could be an original Top Gear presenter and make it better! When the Toyota GT86, or Subaru 86 comes out, you should review it!

It looks much better in person.

Yes, but those cars mentioned, Ford, VW aren't as reliable so given the trade off I'd take the i40

How's the passenger space and the boot of i40 Saloon/Sedan compared to this one?

Mat Watson OUR FAVOURITE ALL TIME CAR REVIEWER ! :)))

correct me if im wrong but UK don't have the new Sonata yet?

Love your reviews :

@IwantaLexusLFA I think it kind of makes up for it in quality and in its very comprehensive guarantee.

I think it is coming to the States soon.

Can your review the Citroen C6 and Dacia Duster?

He should do a review on the genesis coupé

@vauxellx Hyundai is a South Korean company. Kim Jong Il was from N. Korea, two different countries.

Passenger space and boot of the i40 Sedan is a little smaller compared to the i40cw.

I wish they had the i40 in the United States

Well it is quite pretty and very practical. It is a nice car.

how long have you had that volvic bottle

Can you do a Hyundai Elentra review?

A young and keen Matt

All hail to Mat Watson OUR new king of England!!

It's always raining in the UK?

What's the difference between sonata and i40?

Was that the 1.6 GDi petrol engine?

@aszkanfederation28 If you are correct, then the old Verna design should match with new one.But it was not. The new designs of Verna,(2011) , eon ,i10 are all now improved design which matches almost each other and they gave a little sporty look , unlike early models like Santro or sonata.

Excellent choice. Diesel or Petrol?

Volvo C30 review plz :)

The side windows are so small that you feel like imprisoned :( Its incredibly dark inside ... Also the aggresive front dash woudl fit in some sport car but not in estate family car. And does it seems only to me or the front windows is also very small. At 1:16 it looks like the dash is incredibly tall compared to window.

I like the car so much it is good car but one problem the car has long lenth about 4,770-4,775mm why they don,t make 7seater it will more better

Is this the same car as Sonata or Elantra?

Horrible UK roads? Come to India.

Review the new merc B class please ;)

Does anyone have any feedback regardinge the reliability ?

Anyone else thinking Alan Partridge?

New SAAB 9-5, please?

Be aware buyers, some i40s have intermittent steering issues, pulling to the left It took Hyundai 5 wheel alignments to fix mine and its still not 100%

Pls Review The New "HYUNDAI ELANTRA".!!

@vauxellx Kim Jong is North Korean, Hyundai are made in South Korea. PD: Mat great review as always

"Worlds happiest car"

REVIEW THE MINI ROADSTER!!

You should see the roads in Brazil

@shree711 He didn't say this is a japanese car.

I want to see more Japanese cars!

because the ford mondeo is the best all round car in this segment.

@shree711 Yeah,I know that.What I wanted to say was that I want to see more Japanese car's review on Matt's video.

Great car but clutches, master cylinders, regulators, and pressure plates are very problematic. Also the 5 year unlimited mileage warranty is a bit of a joke as something's such as clutch is only covered to 50k. I've had 2 and had alot of bother with each as have friends. Lovely car but too unreliable and dealers don't seem interested when you have repeated issues. Also Korean parts are an absolute fortune! 2.5k for clutch and flywheel vs £500 for my vw cc

Roads in Norway. will show you there's bad roads other places also!

Superb car! Great review Matt

Very good car!!!!

The Sonata is not sold in Europe anymore.

Is that Matt???!!

mat, we are waiting for koenigsegg agera r review :D

Well I don't see how going to school is supposed to be an insult to a COLLEGE student. You're probably done with school, my advice is to not using insults as your last ditch effort.

Why every car you review seems so huge inside with you ??

I feel most of the new designs introduced by Hyundai in their cars have the same style

@IwantaLexusLFA For a Volkswagen Passat it's also costs quite a money, despite it's called "People's car"!

@changke Pretty much

I really really like its looks, but too expensive, and just not that refind like his german conc.

yeah....come to greece...and you will see.

Or in Argentina...

Great car

Best car

It looks very cool, but it is very big!I would like a car with the same looks, but smaller...I find the i30 to be ugly.Also, why doesn't hyundai put turbocharged engines in their cars?

@nemea101 no, i like Hyundai SUV's but i dont like their new family car model line :( I liked 5th generation Sonata but not this gen. But its all subjective, i like more space in car and big windows, i dont feel good in closed spaces. I dont work for any car company, i drive Hyundai Santa fé, Octavia and Passat, i like them all but the new passat is worse than Octavia which surprised me a lot.

Yeah, it's that good a car it's been pulled off every company car list for poor reliability, overly expensive parts and poor delarahip support. Just ask me I'm a taxi driver!

i got one today

this could easily rival the toyota venza!