Hyundai · Hatchback · 2020–2024
Hyundai i30 PD-FL2 Hatchback
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
★★★★★
2.0 / 5.0 · Based on 4 engine variants Most Fun Engine
250–280 PS
2.0L T-GDI (Theta II-N) Benzin
The one that started it all
Fun to Drive! Problem Engine
250–280 PS
2.0L T-GDI (Theta II-N) Benzin
8 weaknesses
Stay Away!Engine Overview
The Hyundai i30 PD-FL2 Hatchback is available with 4 engine variants — from 101 to 280 hp.
1.6L CRDi (Smartstream)
2020 2024
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
1.0L T-GDI (Kappa II)
2020 2024
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
1.5L T-GDI (Smartstream)
2020 2024
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
i30 N
2020 2024
Stay Away! 8 weaknesses
Frequently Asked Questions
What problems and weaknesses does the Hyundai i30 PD-FL2 Hatchback have? +
The Hyundai i30 PD-FL2 as Hatchback has 26 known weaknesses.
Which engine is recommended? +
Be Careful: G4LH (1.5L T-GDI (Smartstream)), D4FE (1.6L CRDi (Smartstream)). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'.
Is the Hyundai i30 PD-FL2 Hatchback worth buying used? +
Caution is advised with the Hyundai i30 PD-FL2 Hatchback — 2 of 4 engine variants are rated 'Stay Away!'.
Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee