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The third-generation five-seat, five-door Hyundai i30 SR Premium small hatch was launched in May 2017.
The front wheel drive hatch is available with a 1.6-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine that makes 150kW and 265Nm. The engine is backed by a seven-speed dual clutch transmission.
The i30 SR starts at $33,950 before on road costs. It's part of the Sport line that also includes the SR 1.6-litre petrol with a six-speed manual at $25,950, or a dual-clutch transmission at $28,950.
It sits above the Active 2.0-litre petrol manual at $20,950, the Active auto at $23,250, the Active 1.6-litre diesel manual at $23,450, and the Active 1.6-litre diesel with DCT at $25,950.
There's also a Comfort range comprising the i30 Elite 1.6-litre diesel (DCT) at $28,950 and the range topping i30 Premium 1.6-litre diesel with DCT at $33,950.
The SR Premium range features 18-inch alloys, multilink rear suspension, part-leather interior with red seat belts and trim, SmartSense safety system with AEB, radar cruise control, lane departure control, blind spot approach detection and rear cross traffic alert, LED headlights and a sunroof.
As well, every i30 has satellite navigation, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity via an 8.0-inch colour infotainment screen.
Vehicle | Specs | Price* | |
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Active | 1.8L, ULP, 6 SP MAN | $12,760 – 16,940 | 2017 HYUNDAI i30 2017 Active Pricing and Specs |
Active 1.6 Crdi | 1.6L, Diesel, 7 SP AUTO | $16,170 – 20,790 | 2017 HYUNDAI i30 2017 Active 1.6 Crdi Pricing and Specs |
SR (sunroof) | 2.0L, ULP, 6 SP MAN | $17,820 – 22,550 | 2017 HYUNDAI i30 2017 SR (sunroof) Pricing and Specs |
Active X | 1.8L, ULP, 6 SP MAN | $13,530 – 17,820 | 2017 HYUNDAI i30 2017 Active X Pricing and Specs |
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