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Which of these four hot hatches is the quickest in a straight line? We lined them up to find out.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Regular i30s:
i30 N models:
The 2023 Cupra Leon is available in the following exterior paint finishes, depending on the trim level.
Premium metallic paint finishes comprise Desire Red and Graphene Grey, and are a $475 option across the range. Desire Red isn’t available on the VZx.
Exclusive to the VZx is the option of matte paint ($2300), available in either Petrol Blue or Magnetic Tech.
The Hyundai i30 Hatch N Line now has distinctive European flavour, but its mild-hybrid engine doesn't make it feel warm-hatch fast.
Jack Quick
The Cupra Leon V Tribe Edition builds on a strong formula with some choice additions, and a sharp starting price.
Scott Collie
Type | ||
TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ, GASOLINE DIRECT INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
1483 - 1999 | 1395 - 1984 | |
Size (L) | ||
1.6L, 2.0L, 1.5L | 1.4L, 2.0L | |
Cylinders | ||
TURBO 4, INLINE 4 | TURBO 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
104kW - 206kW | 110kW - 221kW | |
Power RPM | ||
5500 - 6200 | 5000 - 6000 | |
Torque | ||
180Nm - 392Nm | 250Nm - 400Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1450 - 4700 | 1500 - 2000 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
9.5 - 13 | 9.3 - 10 |