2026 Hyundai i30 Sedan

Hyundai

2026 Hyundai i30 Sedan

Small sedan

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From $30,000 plus on-road costs

The i30 Sedan is the car the rest of the world knows as the Elantra, badged in Australia under the i30 family to sit alongside the hatch.

From$30,000+ORC
Engine2.0L petrol 4cyl
Power110 to 206 kW
Fuel use3.9 to 8.3 L/100 km
Warranty5 yrs / unlimited km

CarTell take

We haven't driven the i30 Sedan yet. On paper, sedan body style is a tougher sell against SUVs at the price. If you do not need a boot, cross-shop the Kona Hybrid which adds SUV practicality at similar money.

Why consider it

  • Three powertrains under one nameplate, including a 4.0 L/100 km hybrid and a 206 kW i30 Sedan N.
  • 474 L boot is larger than most small sedan rivals.

What to know

  • Wireless CarPlay is missing on the top N Line Premium grade (wired only).
  • The CVT on the 2.0L is fine but not memorable, and the N Line DCT can hesitate at parking-lot speeds.

Who it suits

Commuters who want a hybrid that does 4.0 L/100 km without giving up boot space, value buyers wanting a sub-$30k sedan, and enthusiasts who want a 206 kW hot car under $55k.

City drivers

Easy to live with and park

Budget-conscious buyers

From $30,000 +ORC

Keen drivers

110 to 206 kW on tap

Performance and ownership

The numbers that matter day to day.

2.0L petrol 4cyl

Powertrain

110 to 206 kW, 180 to 392 Nm

3.9 to 8.3 L/100 km

Claimed fuel use

Combined cycle.

5 yrs / unlimited km

Warranty

Grades and pricing

8 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.
GradePrice fromEnginePowerFuel useDriveKey differences
2.0 Sedan$30,000 +ORC2.0L petrol 4cyl110 kW6.1 L/100 kmFWD
Hybrid 1.6 Sedan$33,250 +ORC1.6L petrol hybrid3.9 L/100 kmFWD
Elite 2.0 Sedan$34,500 +ORC2.0L petrol 4cyl110 kW6.1 L/100 kmFWD
N Line 1.6T Sedan$37,000 +ORC1.6L turbo-petrol 4cyl150 kWFWD
Elite Hybrid 1.6 Sedan$37,750 +ORC1.6L petrol hybrid3.9 L/100 kmFWD
Premium 2.0 Sedan$39,500 +ORC2.0L petrol 4cyl110 kW6.1 L/100 kmFWD
N Line Premium 1.6T Sedan$42,500 +ORC1.6L turbo-petrol 4cyl150 kWFWD
Sedan N Premium (manual or 8-speed DCT)$53,000 +ORC2.0L turbo-petrol 4cyl206 kW8.3 L/100 kmFWD

2.0 Sedan

$30,000 +ORC

Engine
2.0L petrol 4cyl
Power
110 kW
Fuel use
6.1 L/100 km
Drive
FWD

Hybrid 1.6 Sedan

$33,250 +ORC

Engine
1.6L petrol hybrid
Fuel use
3.9 L/100 km
Drive
FWD

Elite 2.0 Sedan

$34,500 +ORC

Engine
2.0L petrol 4cyl
Power
110 kW
Fuel use
6.1 L/100 km
Drive
FWD

N Line 1.6T Sedan

$37,000 +ORC

Engine
1.6L turbo-petrol 4cyl
Power
150 kW
Drive
FWD
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Elite Hybrid 1.6 Sedan

$37,750 +ORC

Engine
1.6L petrol hybrid
Fuel use
3.9 L/100 km
Drive
FWD

Premium 2.0 Sedan

$39,500 +ORC

Engine
2.0L petrol 4cyl
Power
110 kW
Fuel use
6.1 L/100 km
Drive
FWD

N Line Premium 1.6T Sedan

$42,500 +ORC

Engine
1.6L turbo-petrol 4cyl
Power
150 kW
Drive
FWD

Sedan N Premium (manual or 8-speed DCT)

$53,000 +ORC

Engine
2.0L turbo-petrol 4cyl
Power
206 kW
Fuel use
8.3 L/100 km
Drive
FWD

Practicality and safety

5-star ANCAP

Safety rating. Rated 2020

FWD

Drivetrain

Top rivals

Look at the alternatives if you want a Toyota's smoother CVT hybrid (Corolla Sedan), you want the cabin polish of a Mazda 3, or the sedan body style is a dealbreaker against the SUV tide.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the 2026 Hyundai i30 Sedan in Australia?

Pricing opens at $30,000 plus on-roads for the 2.0 Sedan and tops out at $53,000 plus on-roads for the Sedan N Premium (manual or 8-speed DCT), across 8 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.

Does the i30 Sedan come as a hybrid?

Yes. The 1.6L petrol HEV with a 6-speed DCT claims around 4.0 L/100 km combined.

What is the i30 Sedan N?

Hyundai's hot performance variant. 2.0L turbo petrol making 206 kW and 392 Nm, with a choice of 6-speed manual or 8-speed wet DCT.

What is the i30 Sedan warranty?

5 years, unlimited kilometres, with battery cover on the Hybrid and a separate warranty schedule for the N.

The Hyundai i30 Sedan in full

The i30 Sedan is the car the rest of the world knows as the Elantra, badged in Australia under the i30 family to sit alongside the hatch. The 2024 facelift added the Hybrid powertrain, sharper LED signatures, and a refreshed cabin with dual 10.25-inch displays standard from base.

From$30,000+ORC
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