Hyundai expects that the i30 will attain five stars in Euro NCAP crash tests. Six airbags come as standard while a driver’s knee airbag is optional. LED daytime running lights come as standard, giving other motorists a better chance of seeing the i30 on murky days.

With seats in place the Hyundai i30 has one of the largest boots in the sector. It has a load space of 378 litres, an increase of 38 litres more than the previous generation. Compare the i30’s loadspace to its rivals and you’ll be impressed to find that it comes out on top. The Hyundai i30 has 62 litres more than Ford’s Focus, 28 litres more than the Mazda3, 37 litres more than SEAT’s Leon and it even offers 28 litres more than the VW Golf.

Not only is the i30 stylish it is also boasts more load space than ever before. The Korean car also has plenty of cubbies and storage spaces, while the door pockets are of a decent size and each will take a 1.5-litre bottle.