Used Hyundai i30 Tourer 2012-2017 reliability review

Name: Used Hyundai i30 Tourer 2012-2017
Rating: 4
Author: Stuart Milne

Comfortable, cheap to run and a capable load-lugger. The Hyundai i30 Tourer is a bargain used estate

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What should I look for in a used Hyundai i30?

Some owners have complained about interior squeaks and rattles, so on your test drive, find a stretch of rough road to try and identify any. Also, there are some cheap plastics used in the interior that might be showing signs of wear and tear, so have a good look for any damage.

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Check the alloys for any kerb damage, because higher-spec cars come with bigger 18in rims that are more susceptible to being damaged.

Is a used Hyundai i30 reliable?

In one word, yes. The i30 Tourer, along with its hatchback sibling, came 3rd out of 28 family cars in our most recent reliability survey – a thoroughly excellent result. Hyundai as a brand came 7th out of 32 manufacturers, which is also great news.

If you would like to see the full reliability list for family cars, head to the What Car? Reliability Survey pages for more information.

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