{"id":26085,"date":"2017-08-13T18:04:27","date_gmt":"2017-08-13T14:04:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/?p=26085"},"modified":"2017-08-16T18:10:17","modified_gmt":"2017-08-16T14:10:17","slug":"2018-hyundai-i30-n-the-first-n-badge-hot-hatchback-revealed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sellanycar.com\/guides\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-the-first-n-badge-hot-hatchback-revealed\/","title":{"rendered":"2018 Hyundai i30 N \u2013 The First N-Badge Hot Hatchback Revealed"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Hyundai has revealed the <strong>very first vehicle<\/strong> <strong>of its much-awaited high performance N division<\/strong>. The <strong>2018 Hyundai i30 N<\/strong> is a hot hatchback that boasts of great performance and big horsepower for a breathtaking driving experience.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Hyundai announced the N Performance sub-brand back in 2013 which aimed to develop performance-oriented vehicles. After 4 years, the brand has finally revealed the <strong>first production vehicle with the N-Badge <\/strong>in the form of \u201cHyundai i30 N.\u201d<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><em>The 2018 i30 N has been developed at Nurburgring where it completed 10,000 km at the Nordschleife to prove its potential as a high-performance hatchback. <\/em>The i30N brings superior performance along with dashing good looks, which is a characteristic feature of Hyundai\u2019s N Performance division. The aggressive bumpers, red character lines and big air intakes all add to its overall sporty appearance and race-inspired performance.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A <strong>turbocharged engine, race-bred suspension and superior chassis<\/strong> ensure an unparalleled performance in a small car, thus making i30 N an exciting entry to the hatchback segment. Here is a review of the 2018 Hyundai i30 N with a closer look at its design, performance and highlighting features.<\/p>\n<p><center><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AjtPyeYSlx0?rel=0&amp;showinfo=0\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/center><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">Exterior of the 2018 Hyundai i30 N<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Based on the Hyundai N Concept RN30<\/strong> and the standard i30 vehicle, the 2018 Hyundai i30 N brings a sportier and more aerodynamic hatchback that offers an excellent performance both on the road and race track. With smooth lines and sharp edges, the i30 N strikes a<strong> perfect balance between<\/strong> <strong>refinement and aggression in its design<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The designers at Hyundai have found the perfect middle-ground so that <strong>exterior of the vehicle depicts true racing spirit without being too flashy<\/strong>. The dynamic exterior boasts of the characteristic <strong>Hyundai Cascading Grille<\/strong>, larger air intakes and the \u201cN\u201d badge right at the front of the vehicle.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-exterior.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-26099\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-26099\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-exterior.jpg\" alt=\"Exterior of the 2018 Hyundai i30 N\" width=\"600\" height=\"375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sellanycar.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-exterior.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sellanycar.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-exterior-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sellanycar.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-exterior-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sellanycar.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-exterior-1024x640.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The <strong>red character line<\/strong> below the front grill along with the <strong>black headlight bezels<\/strong> add to the sporty and aggressive look of the hatchback. To further enhance the sporty appearance of the vehicle, <em>Hyundai has added horizontal daytime running lights with LEDs for better exterior aesthetics<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Depending upon the trim levels, the 2018 i30 N will either have <strong>18-inch or 19-inch wheels<\/strong>. The rear of the vehicle features a <strong>black aerodynamic rear spoiler with triangular brake light<\/strong> to augment the exterior appeal of the vehicle, especially when it is in motion at higher speeds. <em>The rear bumper has been redesigned to maintain the vehicle\u2019s overall sporty look and to differentiate it from the simple i30 hatchback. <\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The 2018 Hyundai i30 N will be available in the market with the exclusive Performance Blue exterior, while the other exterior options include Clean Slate, Polar White, Micron Grey, Phantom Black and Engine Red colors.<\/p>\n<p><center><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UUfVBi-igUQ?rel=0&amp;showinfo=0\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/center><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Also read: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/hyundai-n-concept-rn30-unveiled-2016-paris-motor-show\/\">Hyundai N Concept RN30 Unveiled at the 2016 Paris Motor Show<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">Sporty Interior of i30 N Hatchback<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Although the interior is very similar to the i30 model, it still has plenty of key differences that make the cabin of the 2018 i30 N better. For example, the seats come with <strong>sporty side bolsters<\/strong> and contoured so that they provide the best comfort even when the vehicle achieves higher speeds.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">At the front of the cabin, there is a <strong>three-spoke multifunctioning steering wheel <\/strong>with controls for various drive modes. This<em> steering wheel comes with blue contrast stitching and \u201cN\u201d logo for an enhanced branding appeal<\/em>, the same blue colored striping is used at the gearshift boot. The cabin can be upholstered in cloth, leather and suede with the addition of dark metal trim.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"423\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-26095\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-seat-e1502892406913.jpg\" alt=\"Sporty Interior of i30 N Hatchback\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">As for the instrument cluster, it features a <strong>shift timer, lap timer and LED tachometer <\/strong>for a superior sporty performance. The dashboard features a 5-inch infotainment screen (optional 8-inch screen) that provides real-time information to the driver including <em>torque, G-Force, acceleration time and boost pressure.<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Features such as Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and wireless charging come as standard.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-26089\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-interior-e1502892354162.jpg\" alt=\"Sporty Interior of i30 N Hatchback\" width=\"600\" height=\"428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sellanycar.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-interior-e1502892354162.jpg 597w, https:\/\/sellanycar.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-interior-e1502892354162-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">Performance Specifications<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Performance of the i30 N has been enhanced so that it truly justifies its racing potential and the Hyundai \u201cN\u201d badge. This hot hatchback is powered by a <strong>turbocharged 2.0-litre T-GDI engine<\/strong> that offers two tune levels that can be chosen according to the driving preferences. This is a<strong> front-wheel drive hatchback<\/strong> that is paired with a <strong>6-speed manual transmission <\/strong>for a more adaptive handling and driving experience.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">With the <strong>Standard Package<\/strong>, this engine can produce <strong>246 horsepower<\/strong> and a <strong>260 lb-ft of torque<\/strong>, while with the <strong>Performance Package<\/strong> in place, the engine is capable of producing <strong>271 horsepower<\/strong> and <strong>260 lb-ft of torque<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><em>However, this hatchback comes with an overboost function that will add 8% more torque and 7% quicker acceleration to take its performance to an entirely new level<\/em>. It can go from <em>0 to 100 Km\/h in 6.4 seconds with the Standard Package and 6.1 seconds with the Performance Package<\/em>. The <strong>top speed of the 2018 Hyundai i30 N is 250 Km\/h.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The performance can be customized by choosing from 5 driving modes that are labeled as <em>Eco, Normal, Sport, N, and N Custom.<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-performance-e1502892431120.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-26091\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"225\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-26091\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-performance-e1502892431120.jpg\" alt=\"Performance Specifications\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">Safety Features<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The 2018 Hyundai i30 N offers plenty of <strong>advanced safety features<\/strong> as standard. Some of the highlighting safety features include:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Forward Emergency Braking<\/li>\n<li><strong><u><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/importance-electronic-stability-control-keep-drive-safe\/\">Electronic Stability Control<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Driver Attention Alert<\/li>\n<li>Lane Keeping Assist<\/li>\n<li>Speed Limit Information Function<\/li>\n<li>High Beam Assist<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-lang=\"en\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Hyundai i30 N First Edition SELLS OUT in Germany in 48 hours <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/u7hLdj57Nk\">https:\/\/t.co\/u7hLdj57Nk<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/CyCLrrpJpz\">pic.twitter.com\/CyCLrrpJpz<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Hyundai News (@HyundaiEurope) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/HyundaiEurope\/status\/892671470475915264\">August 2, 2017<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><script src=\"\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" async=\"\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">Availability and Price of Hyundai i30 N in the UAE<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The 2018 Hyundai i30 N is expected to be available globally by the end of 2017, however the price of this performance hatchback <strong>will be announced closer to its release<\/strong>. No release date for the UAE and GCC areas has been announced yet.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-price-e1502892485883.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-26093\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-26093\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-price-e1502892485883.jpg\" alt=\"Availability and Price of Hyundai i30 N in the UAE\" width=\"601\" height=\"415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sellanycar.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-price-e1502892485883.jpg 597w, https:\/\/sellanycar.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-price-e1502892485883-300x207.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 601px) 100vw, 601px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you are planning to buy a new vehicle with advanced safety technologies and improved performance, then don\u2019t forget that with us, you can\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/uae.sellanycar.com\/site\/Evaluate\">sell any used car<\/a>\u00a0in just 30 minutes while all the post-sale paperwork is handled by SellAnyCar.com\u2019s team.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hyundai has revealed the very first vehicle of its much-awaited high performance N division. The 2018 Hyundai i30 N is a hot hatchback that boasts of great performance and big horsepower for a breathtaking driving experience. Hyundai announced the N Performance sub-brand back in 2013 which aimed to develop performance-oriented vehicles. After 4 years, the &hellip;<\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more\"> <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/sellanycar.com\/guides\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-the-first-n-badge-hot-hatchback-revealed\/\"> <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">2018 Hyundai i30 N \u2013 The First N-Badge Hot Hatchback Revealed<\/span> Read More &raquo;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":23,"featured_media":26087,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":""},"categories":[7,2],"tags":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":["https:\/\/sellanycar.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-first-n-badge-hatchback-revealed.jpg",620,350,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/sellanycar.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-first-n-badge-hatchback-revealed-150x150.jpg",150,150,true],"medium":["https:\/\/sellanycar.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-first-n-badge-hatchback-revealed-300x169.jpg",300,169,true],"medium_large":["https:\/\/sellanycar.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-first-n-badge-hatchback-revealed.jpg",620,350,false],"large":["https:\/\/sellanycar.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-first-n-badge-hatchback-revealed.jpg",620,350,false],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/sellanycar.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-first-n-badge-hatchback-revealed.jpg",620,350,false],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/sellanycar.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/2018-hyundai-i30-n-first-n-badge-hatchback-revealed.jpg",620,350,false]},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"SellAnyCar.com Team","author_link":"https:\/\/sellanycar.com\/guides\/author\/saygin\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"Hyundai has revealed the very first vehicle of its much-awaited high performance N division. 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