Hyundai Launches Updated i30 N Hot Hatch With New Dual Clutch Transmission and Same Powerful 2,0 Litre Engine
- Hyundai has launched its updated i30 N hot hatch in South Africa and already the new model is making headlines with bold styling and impressive performance
- The big addition to the 2022 model is the new eight-speed dual-clutch transmission that promises faster shifts and arguably better performance
- The powerful 2,0-litre turbocharged petrol engine is carried over and produces 206kW and 392N.m
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For 2022 Hyundai has upgraded its i30 N with an N DCT – an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission that offers paddle shifters and enables three new N performance functions.
From the outside, new 19-inch forged alloy wheels further reduce the weight, resulting in more agile handling of the i30, Hyundai claims.
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The ‘N’ stands for Namyang, Hyundai Motor’s global R&D Centre in Korea, where the idea was born, and for the Nürburgring, home to the brand's Motor’s European Test Centre, where the N line-up was further developed and tested, Quickpic reports.
The Nürburgring Nordschleife was and continues to be used to hone the N-model’s high-performance technologies. The powerful 2.0-litre turbocharged engine delivers up to 206kW and 392 N.m torque, IOL reports.
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For the first time with i30 N, the N DCT enables three new N performance functions for an even sportier experience: N Power Shift, N Grin Shift, and N Track Sense Shift. Paddle shifts are fitted to the steering wheel.
Unlike a typical dual-clutch transmission, which runs without oil or is “dry,” the wet-type N DCT uses two electrical oil pumps to reduce the amount of friction between the moving parts and for a better cooling of the clutch, thus allowing a higher amount of torque to transfer through the gearbox.
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The i30 N is aerodynamically designed to reduce lift. The N Corner Carving Differential, an Electronic Limited Slip Differential (eLSD), enhances grip and improves maximum cornering speed. For real enthusiasts, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) can be switched off completely.
New to this model are enhanced LED headlamps with V-shaped Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) and V-shaped LED combi lamps at the rear.
The new model features the brand's SmartSense active safety and driver assistance features. The SmartSense features include: Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Blind-Spot Collision-avoidance Assist (BCA-R) ,Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-avoidance Assist (RCCA), Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW) and Fatigue Detection/Driver Attention Warning (DAW).
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The i30 N DCT is R749 900 and included in the price is a seven-year or 200 000km manufacturer warranty; a five-year or 75 000km service plan.
Hyundai's new Kona N is considered a 'hot SUV', now available in Mzansi
The all-new Kona N, an urban compact high-performance “hot SUV” that combines exhilarating performance with a balanced day-to-day driving experience, has joined the upgraded i30 N in South Africa to expand Hyundai’s N brand line-up, Briefly News reports.
The model is set apart by its SUV body type paired with powerful, N-specific driving features – combines the fun-to-drive experience of a hot hatch with the versatility of an SUV.
The latest member of the N brand comes with a four-cylinder 2,0-litre T-GDI 206kW engine and a highly distinctive, sporty design, IOL reports. Various motorsport-inspired features contribute to an all-around dynamic driving experience. These include lightweight, 19-inch forged alloy wheels and an emotional sound experience. The eight-speed Dual-Clutch Transmission (N DCT).
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