Hyundai i30 II (GD) gallery (2011–2017)

The second-generation Hyundai i30 (GD) was manufactured from 2011 to 2017, adopting Fluidic Sculpture design and advanced transmission options.

The second-generation Hyundai i30 (GD chassis) made its world debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2011. Incorporating Hyundai's Fluidic Sculpture design ethos, the vehicle showcased sweeping body lines, prominent hexagonal front grilles, and LED daytime running lamps. Body styles expanded to include a sportier three-door hatchback, a five-door hatchback, and a spacious Tourer estate variant.

Engine offerings ranged from naturally aspirated 1.4-liter and 1.6-liter MPI/GDI engines to a 1.6-liter T-GDI turbo petrol unit producing 186 hp in the i30 Turbo variant. Diesel engine options featured 1.4-liter and 1.6-liter CRDi powerplants. A 2015 update refreshed exterior lighting graphics and introduced a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT).

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