Hyundai i30
The Hyundai i30 is a five-seat MPV powered by a 1.4-litre four-cylinder petrol engine producing 91 kW, with a top speed of 193 km/h and CO₂ emissions of 135 g/km. Production began in 2007, and the model measures 4,443 mm in length with a kerb weight of 1,345 kg. In Norway, the i30 saw minimal adoption in recent years, with 52 new registrations in 2019 dropping sharply to just one in 2020. The model has been subject to five recalls in the EU Safety Gate database.
| Manufacturer | Hyundai |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2007 |
| Body type | MPV |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Engine power | 88 kW (118 hp) |
| CO₂ (WLTP) | 135 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 1,361 kg |
| Displacement | 1,413 cc |
| Top speed | 196 km/h |
| Length | 4,383 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,465 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 27 European countries that registered the Hyundai i30 in 2025 (31,718 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations in Norway
Number of Hyundai i30 registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Hyundai i30 cars registered for the first time across 27 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Czechia | 8,026 |
| Germany | 7,482 |
| Spain | 3,151 |
| Poland | 2,964 |
| Slovakia | 2,388 |
| Austria | 1,695 |
| Romania | 1,439 |
| Belgium | 878 |
| Hungary | 619 |
| Greece | 594 |
| Croatia | 543 |
| United Kingdom | 311 |
| France | 299 |
| Ireland | 217 |
| Slovenia | 185 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Hyundai i30 (from registration data). 3 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 l · 3-cyl | – | – | – | – | – |
| 1.4 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 187 km/h | – | – |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 193 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
Generations
Other Hyundai models
Similar MPV models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 72% of Hyundai i30s pass their MOT test first time, based on 106,677 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
6 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Hyundai i30. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Portugal)
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2020-06-05
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2022-07-22
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2024-02-01
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Portugal)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2026-01-09
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Portugal)
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2020-01-31
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
This can impair the window-lift system, increasing the risk of injury.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-04-26
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Hyundai recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Hyundai i30?
- The Hyundai i30 has a rated top speed of 196 km/h.
- How much power does the Hyundai i30 have?
- The Hyundai i30 produces 88 kW (118 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Hyundai i30?
- The Hyundai i30 is 4,383 mm long, 1,795 mm wide and 1,465 mm tall.
- How much does the Hyundai i30 weigh?
- The Hyundai i30 has a kerb weight of about 1,361 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Hyundai i30?
- The Hyundai i30 emits 135 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the Hyundai i30 have?
- The Hyundai i30 has 5 seats.