Rumors of the new 2021 Hyundai i30 are not new, with information and photos to be revealed last year. Now, we have the chance to see the prototype in some tests on the track, with a video highlighting the new changes the model will be coming with, both at the exterior as well as inside the cabin.

As we can see in the video, the test mule is wearing camouflage around the areas where the changes will occur. These tests were taking place at high altitude in Russelhsheim, Germany, as the German number plates state.

Changes at the Exterior

As we can depict from the spy video, the new 2021 Hyundai i30 will come with significant changes on the body.

The front end is set to be slimmer and sexier, with full LED technology and surrounded by thin daytime running lights. Right in the middle, there is the new grille with the company`s latest “cascading” design theme. The theme is also visible on the new 2021 Tucson concept car and the NEXO hydrogen SUV.

Other features at the exterior include the updated front and rear bumper bars, new set of alloy wheels, while the rear end promises LED taillights coming as standard.

Changes in the Cabin

As previously stated, the new i30 also promises to come with a new interior. Just like the Kia Seltos, the 2021 Kia i30 would adopt the new touch-screen with wide-screen layout, with plenty of gadgetries. The quality of the materials have also been improved.

Engine under the hood

Even if the motorizations is a bit disappointment, given the styling changes and technology tweaks, the 2021 Kia i30 will surely have more to offer in the future in that regard. For the moment, it would come with a 1.6-liter turbo engine paired to a new eight-speed dual-clutch automatic. This might develop around 275 Nm of torque, which is a significant boost from 265 Nm of torque. As for output, we are talking about the same 150kW.

The new 2021 Kia i30 is set to debut at the 2020 Geneva Motor Show this March, otherwise we might see it in full swing at the Paris Auto Show, in October. Prices will be announced at a later date. Meanwhile, take a look at the spy video showcasing the prototype performing tests on the tracks in Russelsheim, Germany!