Hyundai i30 N Performance gets 320hp
Racechip cracks the code of the i30's ECU, gives it Type R matching power...
Back when the Hyundai i30 N was launched, a range of performance parts was also released - tyres, wheels, seats, brakes, anti-roll bars - which hinted at a more track focused product. Sadly they're currently only for Europe, but there are now other aftermarket alternatives for buyers after more edge from their i30.
RaceChip has worked its magic on the 275hp i30 N Performance, its ECU tune promising "more power for maximum performance and unbeatable driving pleasure." The vital numbers are 313hp and 367lb ft, significant gains from 275hp and 260lb ft. While RaceChip doesn't provide any performance times, that sort of boost is likely to markedly improve mid-range potency while also dropping the 0-62mph sprint by a tenth or two. That huge peak torque figure, for what it's worth, is just 2lb ft behind an Audi S4 and 20lb ft more than even an overboosted Focus RS.
Elsewhere the RaceChip mods are as you would expect, and emulate the official Hyundai upgrades. So there are lighter OZ Leggera HLT wheels, Eibach springs and ARBs, Michelin Pilot Spot 4S tyres plus, should you wish, an HJS downpipe that brings power up to 320hp (as well as 386lb ft) and "a rich and aggressive sound". In fact, RaceChip is so proud of the noise that they've made a video celebrating it...
Given the Hyundai is a great car (but not a flawless one), this sort of tinkering sounds like just the ticket to bring the N to life. That said, RaceChip is a German company, so sourcing the parts might be a little tricky. There's really only one thing for it, then - get those performance parts here Hyundai!
[Blue i30 N Performance Parts pic: WhichCar]
Drove one and it certainly didnt feel lacking but more is always worth having and these do seem to be getting a following as they are really quite good, not that expensive and arent bad looker, kind of wished I had hung on a bit.
On a track maybe, but on the road you cant use 100% of the performance it has as it is. I'd rather keep hold of my warranty too.
I managed just fine, it puts it down very well (in the dry at least) with the LSD, minimal struggle for traction at low speed with full throttle, never an issue and for me, added interest and character.
I think these are a better hot hatch than the M135i I bought, the M135i does its own thing but the I30N fits the recipe better and feels really alive, great fun. Be interested to know how well they are selling.
I managed just fine, it puts it down very well (in the dry at least) with the LSD, minimal struggle for traction at low speed with full throttle, never an issue and for me, added interest and character.
I think these are a better hot hatch than the M135i I bought, the M135i does its own thing but the I30N fits the recipe better and feels really alive, great fun. Be interested to know how well they are selling.
I love the car, and for me its a keeper. I have a thread going in reader's cars if anyone is interested how I'm getting on with it, but I'll be keeping it standard, and hopefully keeping my licence clean as well
on the above note too with 500bhp from the VAG machines.......kind of puts the increase of this N from 275 to 320 into perspective. for those into their numbers "it aint all that"
I managed just fine, it puts it down very well (in the dry at least) with the LSD, minimal struggle for traction at low speed with full throttle, never an issue and for me, added interest and character.
I think these are a better hot hatch than the M135i I bought, the M135i does its own thing but the I30N fits the recipe better and feels really alive, great fun. Be interested to know how well they are selling.
I love the car, and for me its a keeper. I have a thread going in reader's cars if anyone is interested how I'm getting on with it, but I'll be keeping it standard, and hopefully keeping my licence clean as well
Last time I checked, we're still in Europe ........... and will be for some time by the looks of it
You can take your Audi to ABT in Germany, get it chipped and keep the warranty. Yet here, it's void. Think it's the same for BMW.
It's funny how we (Britain) always get shafted with the tastiest cars, performance parts, tuning etc. Yet, we still probably pay more for our cars than the rest of Europe.
on the above note too with 500bhp from the VAG machines.......kind of puts the increase of this N from 275 to 320 into perspective. for those into their numbers "it aint all that"
I read in a Hyundai release that sales were quite a lot higher than anticipated. I hope they develop a good following. They seem to be going about the hot hatch business the right way at the moment. Maybe too many drive modes etc, but fun is at the heart of it.
on the above note too with 500bhp from the VAG machines.......kind of puts the increase of this N from 275 to 320 into perspective. for those into their numbers "it aint all that"
Whilst this upgrade on the i30 is good, it only brings it into line with an S3/Golf R as standard.
Anyway I digress. Am I the only one who thinks it sounds crap?
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