Hyundai has built what is probably it’s best-looking small car to date : The I30.

And it is more than just good looks. The Hyundai I30 has all of the safety and comfort features you would expect of an expensive European car, with out the $30k+ price tag. It is now on par with the Toyota Corolla and Mazda 3, matching and often exceeding it’s rivals in terms of standard equipment, engine output, fuel efficiency, ride and handling.

In fact, where efficiency is concerned, the I30 (when equipped with the smooth 1.6L turbo diesel) has efficiency similar to an expensive hybrid car – and the turbo diesel I30 CRDI has plenty of power!

For those who prefer petrol over diesel, the I30 is also available with a zippy 2.0L petrol engine.

Every model in the I30 range for 2010 has the ANCAPS highest safety rating (5 Star), with active stability control and 6 airbags (including window airbags protecting front and rear passengers).

This is a nice, solid-feeling car. Before you even drive it you can feel that the quality is higher than many cars in this price range – the doors close with a firm thump and the controls all work nicely. It has a quiet, comfortable ride and a decent, roomy interior with some great extras such as the USB/iPod-compatible stereo.

To top it off, the I30 comes with a 5-year unlimited kilometre warranty – beating most competitors hands-down.

What more could today’s value-seeking car buyers want? It is an incredible package that the competitors can’t really beat right now. It’s no wonder the I30 is one of our top-selling cars – In fact, we’ve been selling these to our families and friends!

5 to 10 years ago, small car buyers looked at the Hyundai brand with caution. Some people were under the impression that “Korean cars are cheap for a reason”. Over the past few years, Hyundai have been releasing consistently better vehicles, and the new I30 helps place Hyundai as a serious competitor with the top import and Australian car makers in terms of features, quality and value.

If you are interested in an I30, talk to us about finding the best deal available – you might be surprised to find this great car at such a great price.