Hyundai i30 Wagon (2013)

CAR GARAGE | Hyundai i30 Wagon (2013) | The Wagon adds Greater load-carrying capability to the new generation i30's overall package, measuring 185mm longer than its hatchback sibling and offering 150 litres of additional luggage space with the seats up and 326 with the seats down litres. The flowing lines of the exterior, Hyundai's Incorporating Fluidic Sculpture design language, make the Wagon stand out from the traditional and boxy estates. Tony Whitehorn, President and CEO, Hyundai Motor UK, says: "The New Generation i30 Wagon will help grow Hyundai's presence in the C-segment."

Safety is a top priority for Hyundai i30 Wagon and the new features the latest active and passive safety technologies to Ensure maximum protection for its occupants and other road users. Active safety features include ESP (Electronic Stability Programme), VSM (Vehicle Stability Management), ABS (anti-lock braking system), BAS (emergency Brake Assist System), HAC (Hill-start Assist Control) to Prevent roll-back and ESS (Emergency Stop Signal) the which flashes the brake lights when an emergency stop is detected. Good visibility is a key factor for safe driving and the Hyundai i30 Wagon features LED daytime running lights to Ensure it is seen.

In terms of passive safety, the Hyundai i30 Wagon's bodyshell structure employs a high percentage of ultra high tensile steel and features three new members the which cross-link to the front or rear suspension mounts for Maximized rigidity. Over 400 metallurgists are employed at Hyundai's steel plant in Korea to develop optimized steel recipes for every part and panels in our vehicles. As a result, the Hyundai i30 Wagon-in-white body has higher quality, higher tensile strength and lower weight than ever before. Each Hyundai i30 Wagon is fitted as standard with six airbags - front, front side and full length curtain. The safety features available on the new i30 Wagon reinforce Hyundai's excellent record for safety, and the company anticipates the new car will follow the New Generation i30 hatchback and five other recent Hyundai models, in attaining the maximum 5-Star rating in Euro NCAP's impact assessment program.

The Hyundai i30 Wagon will be available in the UK with a choice of two engines - one petrol and one diesel - with a broader range of power outputs, from 110PS to 128PS. Generating 110PS and 260Nm at 4.000 rpm from 1.900 rpm, the upgraded 1582cc engine will Accelerate the Hyundai i30 Wagon from standstill to 62mph in 11.8 seconds, and go on to reach a top speed of 115mph - while emitting only 110g/km of CO2. The Addition of Hyundai technologies developed under the company's Blue Drive  sub-brand optimizes efficiency and lowers emissions for the Hyundai i30 Wagon. These technologies, the which are available on diesel models with manual transmission, include Integrated Stop & Go (ISG), low-rolling resistance tires and an alternator management system (AMS).