Hyundai upgrades the I30 N with a new DCT gearbox

Hyundai has upgraded the I30 N with a focus on performance, emotion and statement with a new eight-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) that comes with paddle shifters and three new performance functions for more sporty driving experience.
The i30 N was originally developed based on the three N cornerstones: Corner Rascal, Everyday Sports Car and Racetrack Capability.

Powertrain
The new i30 N is powered by a four-cylinder 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine with front-wheel drive and an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission (N DCT).
The engine delivers 206 kW in the upgraded i30 N, and the maximum torque has been increased by 39 Nm to 392 Nm.
The maximum speed of the i30 N is 250 km/h, and it can go from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds (with Launch Control), an improvement of 0.2 seconds or 3 per cent as compared to the previous model.

Ride and handling
With the new i30 N, suspension and steering systems have been re-tuned, resulting in improved ride and handling performance for both transmission types.
The new suspension settings include a -1, 5-degree negative camber, new dampers, new springs, new bump stops, and an adjusted kinematic layout.
The weight saved through the 19-inch forged alloy wheels results in better performance and handling for a more agile driving experience.
Furthermore, the front brake disc size has been increased from 345 mm to 360mm for even better braking performance.

Safety
The new i30 N has been upgraded to include more class-leading Hyundai SmartSense active safety and driver assistance features. The SmartSense features include:
• Forward collision avoidance assist has been upgraded to include pedestrian detection.
• Blind-spot collision-avoidance assist. This function can activate the brakes to prevent a collision when switching lanes on the highway. Using radar, the blind-spot collision warning monitors the rear corners and, if another vehicle is detected, a visual alert appears on the exterior mirrors.
• Rear cross-traffic collision-avoidance assist, also part of the active safety features in the i30 N, not only warns the driver if a vehicle approaches from the side when reversing out of areas with low visibility, but also automatically brakes when required.
• Rear cross-traffic collision warning reduces the risk of collision with approaching traffic when reversing out of narrow areas with low visibility. Using a radar to scan a 180-degree area behind the vehicle for approaching cross-traffic, RCCW alerts the driver visually and audibly.
• Fatigue detection/driver attention warning, which warns the driver to take a break when it detects road behaviour that indicates that she or she is not concentrating properly.
Two front and two side airbags for the driver and front passenger and curtain airbags extending to the rear seats form part of the passive safety features. The i30 is also equipped with an additional knee airbag for the driver.
The front 3-point inertia-reel safety belts have pretensions. All rear seats have 3-point safety belts and ISOFIX child seat anchoring points on the outer seats.

Tech and connectivity
The new i30 N offers state-of-the-art connectivity. To empower the driver to become better with every ride, it features a Performance Driving Data System to monitor and improve the driver’s track skills, with updated graphics for even more ease of use. This feature saves and displays driving data, including information on engine power, torque and turbo boost. It also includes a lap and acceleration timer, specially designed for track driving.
The specific N mode screen menu also offers customisable settings for the engine, suspension, steering, differential, transmission Rev matching, exhaust sound and stability control.
The new i30 N comes with a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The i30 N is also fitted with a wireless charging pad.

Pricing
The recommended retail price of the new Hyundai i30 N DCT is R 749 900 (including VAT).
As part of the standard package, the customer also gets Hyundai’s 7-year / 200 000 km manufacturer warranty; a 5-year / 75 000 km service plan; and roadside assistance for 7 years or 150 000 km.