Hyundai i30 - Hyundai's next model for India?

Gangsta · 13th July 2008, 15:03

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Originally Posted by karanraheja

This is what The Managing Director of Hyundai, Mr H.S. Lheem had to say about i30 launch

Source :Business Line

aah this helped me in making my decision of waiting for i30 or buying verna right now? lol heading for verna.

varriers · 8th June 2009, 10:07

Good To see indian car market is showered with excellent hatch backs. The war is on, let us wait and see who outshines the other. I have seen an ad CNN-IBN (Though I am not 100% sure about the channel), but missed to notice the details.

Caramelo · 8th June 2009, 11:04

they should see how the fiat bravo does here in india. if it sells even in some decent numbers. i think i30 could just double its estimated bravo sales. and can make and estimation for this car sales. its a big hatch!! people here would go for the sedan unfortunately. personally i dont mind as long as the car looks cool.

amit · 8th June 2009, 11:37

Hyundai should launch the Kia Forte badged as Hyundai i30 here.

The Forte, IMO, has the required 'glitz' and 'glamour' in the Indian context, to take on the D segment.

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Ramsagar · 8th June 2009, 12:11

Looks good & should plonk verna CRDI in it.

cooldude1988765 · 8th June 2009, 12:34

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Originally Posted by Ramsagar

Looks good & should plonk verna CRDI in it.

I dont think that will be a good idea. 1.6 crdi seems like a better bet.

Equus · 11th June 2009, 13:17

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Originally Posted by amit

Hyundai should launch the Kia Forte badged as Hyundai i30 here.

The Forte, IMO, has the required 'glitz' and 'glamour' in the Indian context, to take on the D segment.

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Bottomline will still remain - will folks spend big bucks for a Hyundai badge? I am not too optimistic. Sonata is an extremely capable car but hasnt found a lot of buyers despite a diesel. Lower pricing is an option, but brand acceptability and image are hard to overcome.

Gagan.js · 11th June 2009, 13:48

That is because sonata is a replica of its competition.

If Hyundai can make an honest car that does not have a copied design then yes people will accept it. Like the rest of its lineup

avishar · 11th June 2009, 17:56

If they can price the Forte at say Linea or City territory then it will have a fair chance.
It definately looks very good and the rakish front looks like the city.

prince_pervez · 11th June 2009, 18:11

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Originally Posted by amit

The Forte, IMO, has the required 'glitz' and 'glamour' in the Indian context, to take on the D segment.

Wow looks very nice! Reminds me of the Mitsu Evo X 10.

centaur · 30th July 2009, 11:32

some info about the i30. The only thing I found a bit wierd is the rpm figures for torque(50) and power(620). Just read through and give in your inputs

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After the amazing success of the Hyundai i10 and i20 in India, Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) plans to roll out the C Segment hatchback car Hyundai i30, the next in its famous i-Series cars. Hyundai i30 is one of the most anticipated car launches from Hyundai in India and the company will leave no stone unturned in ensuring the success of Hyundai i30. The i30 will be available in both petrol and diesel versions and is expected to hit Indian roads by the end of 2009. Hyundai has invested heavily into expanding its production capacity and the dealer network. The success of Hyundai i30 will most definitely be bolstered by Hyundai's strong network of dealers as they continue to rule in the Indian car market. Presently, Hyundai has a 250 + strong dealership network pan India. We wait with bated breath for the formal launch of the Hyundai i30 in India.

Features of Hyundai i30

Dual front side Airbags
Seatbelt reminders
Attractive Design
Fog Lights
Spacious Interiors
EBS (Electronc Stability Program)
Steering wheel mounted Audio Controls

Appearance

It seems that lot of attention has gone into the design of the Hyundai i30. The i30 steals the show when comes to appearance as the Hyundai i30 gives out a stylish look. Hyundai's European Team is behind the designing of the premium 5-door hatchback Hyundai i30 and the Hyundai i30 promises not to disappoint from the exteriors.

Comfort

Hyundai i30 looks a small car but it packs many a punches including spacious interiors. The Hyundai i30 is a family car and is likely to be the most spacious in its segment when it gets a final launch in India. The car will include an iPod direct plug and play interface and also steering mounted audio controls for maximum comfort.

Safety

The all new hyundai i30 boasts of all important safety features such as Airbags (6 airbags in total), Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Anti-lock Braking system(ABS), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD), Traction Control (TC) and many other state of the art features which would surely give the Hyundai i30 cutting edge over its competition.

Company Name Segment USP
Hyundai Motor India Ltd. (HMIL) Hatchback Safety Features

Variants and Their Price

Hyundai i30, the C-Segment premium hatchback is expected to be launched in India by the end of 2009 in both petrol and diesel variants. Hyundai i30 will be priced between 9 to 12 lakh INR.
(Please Note: The price range is ex-showroom and based on a close approximation. Please check the latest prices and variant specifications with your nearest hyundai dealer

Technical Specifications of Hyundai i30

Engine
Engine type DOHC 16 valve
Cylinders 4
Displacement [cm3] 1396 cc
Max. Power 80.2 PS @ 620 rpm
Max. Torque 137.2 Nm @ 50 rpm

Transmission
Transmission 5 speed manual
Braking System Anti-Lock Breaking System (ABS)
Brake
Front-Ventilated Brake
Rear-Disc Break
Steering System Power Assisted
Tyre Size (inches) 15

Body
Body 5 Door
Drag Coefficient (cd) 0.27

Outside Dimensions
Length [mm] 4245
Width [mm] 1775
Height [mm] 1480

Weights
Kerb weight [kg] 1198

Liquids
Tank capacity {litre} 52
source:-surfindia.com

pachchu · 30th July 2009, 11:46

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Originally Posted by centaur

some info about the i30. The only thing I found a bit wierd is the rpm figures for torque(50) and power(620). Just read through and give in your inputs

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features wise, I don't see much difference.
what does i30 have that i20 doesn't?

ESP is one.
petrol engines > 1.2L is another one (for manual).
European i20 claims to have ESP too. but no ESP in i20 in India

and 9-12L for a hatchback? that's unchartered territory in India. not even the straight H has attempted it.

centaur · 30th July 2009, 11:51

hyundai seems to be putting Honda back in the area of pricing. 9-12 lacs for a 1.4L? People would prefer the high end punto or the fully loaded i20 instead. On the other side I do knot know if this info is completely reliable as the RPM figures are way too low to be true. Guess they put 50 instead of 5000 and 620 instead of 6200.

vasoo · 30th July 2009, 11:56

See the link on i30 in Hyundai UK website. I dont find it as attractive as i20. The rear end looks a bit odd for me. They will need to launch it as a sedan if they are serious about selling it here.

The engine specs for 1.4/1.6 petrol and 1.6 CRDi in UK are:

Power: 108bhp@6200 rpm, 124@6300rpm, 113@4000rpm
Torque: 137Nm@5000 rpm, 157@4200rpm, 260@1900-2750rpm

opendro · 3rd August 2009, 10:27

i30 is obviously way above i20 in the segmentation. Car is more like Fiat adventure or Opel Corsa Swing or Indigo Marina type of crossover. I was one waiting to buy this one long time ago (I used to follow this thread). I think it is too inordinately delayed in their Indian launch.

8th June 2009, 10:07	#92
varriers BHPian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 55 Thanked: 0 Times	Good To see indian car market is showered with excellent hatch backs. The war is on, let us wait and see who outshines the other. I have seen an ad CNN-IBN (Though I am not 100% sure about the channel), but missed to notice the details.
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8th June 2009, 11:04	#93
Caramelo BHPian Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: ahmedabad Posts: 769 Thanked: 17 Times	they should see how the fiat bravo does here in india. if it sells even in some decent numbers. i think i30 could just double its estimated bravo sales. and can make and estimation for this car sales. its a big hatch!! people here would go for the sedan unfortunately. personally i dont mind as long as the car looks cool.
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8th June 2009, 11:37	#94
amit Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Mumbai Posts: 3,717 Thanked: 450 Times	Hyundai should launch the Kia Forte badged as Hyundai i30 here. The Forte, IMO, has the required 'glitz' and 'glamour' in the Indian context, to take on the D segment.
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8th June 2009, 12:11	#95
Ramsagar Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: BLR_Nellore(AP) Posts: 1,396 Thanked: 255 Times View My Garage	Looks good & should plonk verna CRDI in it.
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11th June 2009, 13:48	#98
Gagan.js BHPian Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 227 Thanked: Once	That is because sonata is a replica of its competition. If Hyundai can make an honest car that does not have a copied design then yes people will accept it. Like the rest of its lineup
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11th June 2009, 17:56	#99
avishar Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: kolkata/bangalore,india Posts: 2,904 Thanked: 4,202 Times	If they can price the Forte at say Linea or City territory then it will have a fair chance. It definately looks very good and the rakish front looks like the city.
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30th July 2009, 11:32	#101
centaur BHPian Join Date: May 2009 Location: -- Posts: 897 Thanked: 1,171 Times	some info about the i30. The only thing I found a bit wierd is the rpm figures for torque(50) and power(620). Just read through and give in your inputs :- After the amazing success of the Hyundai i10 and i20 in India, Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) plans to roll out the C Segment hatchback car Hyundai i30, the next in its famous i-Series cars. Hyundai i30 is one of the most anticipated car launches from Hyundai in India and the company will leave no stone unturned in ensuring the success of Hyundai i30. The i30 will be available in both petrol and diesel versions and is expected to hit Indian roads by the end of 2009. Hyundai has invested heavily into expanding its production capacity and the dealer network. The success of Hyundai i30 will most definitely be bolstered by Hyundai's strong network of dealers as they continue to rule in the Indian car market. Presently, Hyundai has a 250 + strong dealership network pan India. We wait with bated breath for the formal launch of the Hyundai i30 in India. Features of Hyundai i30 Dual front side Airbags Seatbelt reminders Attractive Design Fog Lights Spacious Interiors EBS (Electronc Stability Program) Steering wheel mounted Audio Controls Appearance It seems that lot of attention has gone into the design of the Hyundai i30. The i30 steals the show when comes to appearance as the Hyundai i30 gives out a stylish look. Hyundai's European Team is behind the designing of the premium 5-door hatchback Hyundai i30 and the Hyundai i30 promises not to disappoint from the exteriors. Comfort Hyundai i30 looks a small car but it packs many a punches including spacious interiors. The Hyundai i30 is a family car and is likely to be the most spacious in its segment when it gets a final launch in India. The car will include an iPod direct plug and play interface and also steering mounted audio controls for maximum comfort. Safety The all new hyundai i30 boasts of all important safety features such as Airbags (6 airbags in total), Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Anti-lock Braking system(ABS), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD), Traction Control (TC) and many other state of the art features which would surely give the Hyundai i30 cutting edge over its competition. Company Name Segment USP Hyundai Motor India Ltd. (HMIL) Hatchback Safety Features Variants and Their Price Hyundai i30, the C-Segment premium hatchback is expected to be launched in India by the end of 2009 in both petrol and diesel variants. Hyundai i30 will be priced between 9 to 12 lakh INR. (Please Note: The price range is ex-showroom and based on a close approximation. Please check the latest prices and variant specifications with your nearest hyundai dealer Technical Specifications of Hyundai i30 Engine Engine type DOHC 16 valve Cylinders 4 Displacement [cm3] 1396 cc Max. Power 80.2 PS @ 620 rpm Max. Torque 137.2 Nm @ 50 rpm Transmission Transmission 5 speed manual Braking System Anti-Lock Breaking System (ABS) Brake Front-Ventilated Brake Rear-Disc Break Steering System Power Assisted Tyre Size (inches) 15 Body Body 5 Door Drag Coefficient (cd) 0.27 Outside Dimensions Length [mm] 4245 Width [mm] 1775 Height [mm] 1480 Weights Kerb weight [kg] 1198 Liquids Tank capacity {litre} 52 source:-surfindia.com Last edited by centaur : 30th July 2009 at 11:46. Reason: forgot to add source
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30th July 2009, 11:51	#103
centaur BHPian Join Date: May 2009 Location: -- Posts: 897 Thanked: 1,171 Times	hyundai seems to be putting Honda back in the area of pricing. 9-12 lacs for a 1.4L? People would prefer the high end punto or the fully loaded i20 instead. On the other side I do knot know if this info is completely reliable as the RPM figures are way too low to be true. Guess they put 50 instead of 5000 and 620 instead of 6200.
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30th July 2009, 11:56	#104
vasoo Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Memphis TN Posts: 1,039 Thanked: 247 Times View My Garage	See the link on i30 in Hyundai UK website. I dont find it as attractive as i20. The rear end looks a bit odd for me. They will need to launch it as a sedan if they are serious about selling it here. The engine specs for 1.4/1.6 petrol and 1.6 CRDi in UK are: Power: 108bhp@6200 rpm, 124@6300rpm, 113@4000rpm Torque: 137Nm@5000 rpm, 157@4200rpm, 260@1900-2750rpm Last edited by vasoo : 30th July 2009 at 11:58.
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3rd August 2009, 10:27	#105
opendro BHPian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: NA Posts: 824 Thanked: 109 Times	i30 is obviously way above i20 in the segmentation. Car is more like Fiat adventure or Opel Corsa Swing or Indigo Marina type of crossover. I was one waiting to buy this one long time ago (I used to follow this thread). I think it is too inordinately delayed in their Indian launch.
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