The third generation of the Hyundai i30 hatchback
series has been around for three years. Judging from these spy pics, a facelift
is coming up in 2020.
Despite the thick cladding, you can still tell the
new headlights, redesigned taillights and Sonata-like radiator grille. In all likelihood, the refresh
will keep all or most of the engines in the lineup. The current i30 ships with
the following range of options:
• 1.0T (120
hp/171 Nm);
• 1.4 (100
hp/134 Nm);
• 1.4T (140
hp/242 Nm);
• 2.0T (250
hp/353 Nm);
• 2.0T (275
hp/353 Nm);
• 1.6 TDi
(95 hp/280 Nm);
• 1.6 TDi
(115 hp/280 Nm);
• 1.6 TDi
(136 hp/320 Nm).
Customers may choose either six-speed manual or
seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, but front-wheel drive is the only option
available.
A hybrid Hyundai i30 might also emerge, specced
similarly to the Kona or the technically similar KIA Ceed PHEV (1.6 liters, 141
hp/265 Nm).
