Best sports car under $62,000
Hyundai’s hot hatch was able to fend off the competition for a repeat win – a respectable feat when you look at the quality of the finalists.
Winner: Hyundai i30 N Performance
Variant: N Performance Engine: 2.0 litre petrol turbo Transmission: 6-speed manual ANCAP Safety Rating: 5 stars
The i30 N rates highly compared to some of its hard-riding Euro rivals.
Runners up
Second place went to the Honda Civic Type R and the Volkswagen Golf GTI placed third.What sets it apart from the rest
Hyundai Australia knows our unique road conditions don’t suit Euro-developed suspension set-ups, and they have spent countless hours fine-tuning and recalibrating settings, focusing on providing a more forgiving ride. This has paid dividends and the i30 N rates highly compared to some of its hard-riding Euro rivals in the category. The compliant ride doesn’t compromise the i30 N’s handling attributes, where it remains one of the best. Its rack-mounted electric steering, multi-adjust suspension, electronic limited slip differential and sticky performance tyres work in harmony, delivering a precise, balanced feel through corners, which road irregularities or mid-corner bumps fail to upset.Key features
- Suspension specially tuned for Australian roads
- A grunty 2.0 litre turbo petrol engine
- Sporty feel with menacing exhaust note
- Hyundai’s renowned value for money
- A class-leading factory warranty
- Exceptional overall performance