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The Hyundai i30 hatch is currently unavailable for purchase in Australia, with the regular five-door models not expected to be back until the second half of 2024. This is due to sourcing issues, as the production of the i30 hatch has ceased in South Korea, leaving the Czech Republic as Australia’s only supplier option. When the i30 hatch returns, it will feature mild-hybrid technology, possibly in three- as well as four-cylinder turbo powertrain choices, and a dual-clutch transmission. The price is expected to be higher than the previous model, possibly reaching mid-$30,000. The i30 Sedan is expected to help fill the void left by the hatch’s absence, with an upgraded 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol powertrain and an all-new 1.6-litre petrol-electric hybrid option. The i30 Sedan will be priced at $29,000 for the base model and $33,000 for the hybrid. The future of the i30 hatch in Europe is unclear, with the possibility of a successor adopting Hyundai’s “eM” platform or a new “EV-first” internal-combustion engine architecture. The i30 Sedan may play a bigger role in the small-car segment while the i30 hatch may be marketed as a sophisticated European alternative to higher-end models. The i30 has been an important nameplate for Hyundai and the company is working to keep it in the market.
Brands mentioned: Hyundai, Mazda, Toyota, Volkswagen, Peugeot, Ford, Honda
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