So you live in the land ‘Down Under’ and want to get your hands on the Hyundai Elantra N (the current pinnacle of the petrol-powered Hyundai N car lineup)? Well, is the Hyundai Elantra N available in Australia? Yes, it is. But there’s a twist. For reasons I don’t quite understand, Hyundai sell the Elantra…
The Hyundai Elantra N is, arguably, the ‘cream of the crop’ of the current petrol Hyundai N car range (and I say that as a satisfied i30N owner). But is the Hyundai Elantra N available in New Zealand? Unfortunately, at the moment it is not (and I’m not able to find any information that indicates…
The “party piece” of the Hyundai i30N is the popping and banging from the exhaust, particularly when lifting off the throttle, changing gear or downshifting. But what if your i30N isn’t popping and banging like it used to? On this page I’ll share some simple solutions for an i30N that doesn’t pop and bang like…
Yes, the i30N is front wheel drive. Every single i30N (pre/post-facelift, hatchback or fastback) is a front wheel drive car. As are the vast majority of ‘hot hatches’, until you start stepping up to some of the more potent cars like the Golf R (AWD) or some of those older BMW turbo six hatches with…
The Hyundai i30N, a celebrated model in the world of performance hatchbacks, carries with it an intriguing tale of global manufacturing. As an i30N owner or enthusiast, you might already be familiar with the car’s dynamic performance and sporty credentials. However, there’s an interesting twist to its origin story. While Hyundai is quintessentially a South…
As a car enthusiast and an owner of the Hyundai i30N, I’ve often been asked about its fuel efficiency. It’s a valid question, especially in an era where fuel economy is a significant consideration for many drivers (just look at the surge in popularity of EVs, PHEVs and regular hybrid vehicles). The i30N, known for…
As a New Zealander, Australia’s unique P Plate system presents a fascinating landscape for young or new drivers navigating their way through the intricate rules of car ownership and driving. In NZ, we have a ‘restricted’ licence system but it only places limitations on the driver (not the vehicle). You might not be able to…
In recent years, Hyundai’s N brand has emerged as a formidable player in the high-performance automotive market, coming out of left-field and bringing serious competition to established players such as Honda’s ‘Type R’ lineup or RS-badged Renault cars. Known for its thrilling driving experience and advanced engineering, the N brand represents Hyundai’s ambitious foray into…
The 8-speed DCT transmission (which functions very well as a an automatic in normal driving) has been well-received on phase 2/post-facelift i30Ns. I’ve got this transmission in my i30N, and it’s honestly brilliant for daily driving and more spirited use. If I never needed to use my i30N for driving around town, sitting in traffic,…
The Hyundai i30N, known for its exhilarating performance, also boasts an auditory treat: the signature pops and bangs from its exhaust. But have you ever wondered what creates these exciting sounds? This article delves into the mechanics behind this acoustic phenomenon. Understanding the Basics: The i30N’s exhaust notes are more than just aural aesthetics; they…