How much is a 2018 Hyundai i30Diesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2018 Hyundai i30Diesel on the Irish used-car market is around €12,750, based on 15 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2018 Hyundai i30 depreciate per year?

A Hyundai i30 loses roughly 10.8% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2018 Hyundai i30 from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2018 Hyundai i30Diesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2018 Hyundai i30Diesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Switch powertrain:Petrol · 25 Diesel · 15 Overview

Filter by trim, gearbox, source2 active

Trim:All Premium · 1 SE · 1

Gearbox:Manual · 1 Automatic · 1

Source:ROI All NI

Market Intelligence

Hyundai i302018

Diesel

38 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€11k – €14k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

NI active now

Updated 10h ago · NI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€12,750

private sale ~€10,710 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€8,049 – €9,774

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

145k km

typical 135k km

Days listed

38d

avg on market · demand 50/100

AI Market Summary

Solid petrol alternative to rivals; diesel engines prone to DPF clogging on short-trip use—confirm full service history and recent regeneration cycles before buying.
Market pricing holding firm with modest year-on-year gains; median €12,850 is fair value for age and mileage, no obvious bargain or overpricing versus competitors.
EGR and injector stiction are common weak points on this generation—cold starts rough in winter, emissions warning lights frequent if maintenance has lapsed.
Request detailed service records showing DPF regenerations and oil change intervals; ask seller whether car mostly does short urban runs or longer motorway miles.

AI-generated analysis · Carintel.ie · verify independently before purchasing

Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

109 bhp

110 PS

Torque

280 Nm

207 lb·ft

0–62 mph

11.2s

118 mph top

Engine

1.6L

1600 cc

Boot space

378L

1316L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

68.9 mpg

3.6 L/100km

Urban

64.2 mpg

Extra urban

72.4 mpg

CO₂

94 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

50L

Dimensions

Length

4.34m

4340 mm

Width

1.79m

Height

1.46m

Wheelbase

2.65m

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 88% · Child 84%

Insurance

Group 10E

Road tax (UK)

£195

per year

Warranty

5 years

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Hyundai i30 2018

Reliability

3/5

The 2018 Hyundai i30 diesel is a competent family hatchback with a reasonable reliability record, though diesel engines of this era increasingly face DPF and emissions system issues. Running costs are moderate but DPF regeneration failures and potential injector problems can prove costly. Parts availability is good and servicing is reasonably priced, making it decent value for a used purchase if well-maintained.

Known issues

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging and regeneration issues, particularly if mostly short-trip driving
EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) valve sticking or carbon buildup affecting emissions and drivability
Diesel injector stiction and poor cold-starting, especially in winter months
Turbocharger lag and occasional boost pressure sensor faults
Electric parking brake solenoid failures and occasional brake system electronic faults
Transmission judder or shudder on manual variants, particularly when cold

Good for

Fuel economy on motorway driving (45–50 mpg achievable)
Robust 1.6-litre diesel engine with proven architecture and longevity if serviced regularly
Spacious interior and practical boot for a compact hatchback
Affordable parts and servicing through independent garages and Hyundai dealers

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums

Safety Recalls1 found

Brakes2018

Electric parking brake may not release or may engage unexpectedly due to solenoid malfunction

Remedy: Parking brake solenoid reprogrammed or replaced

llm-1774896012004

AI-generated · verify at gov.uk/check-vehicle-recall

Potential value opportunities

NI · by value score

2018 Hyundai i30 1.6 CRDi SE Nav 5dr DCT

£9,795→€17,512imported

+34% vs expected price

NI Import

NI → ROI import costs

Assumes the car is NI-registered (no customs duty or VAT under Windsor Framework). Includes VRT + NOx levy + registration + transport. Click for full breakdown.

140k km · automatic · Armagh · 36d

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2018 Hyundai i30 1.6 CRDi Premium 5dr Video Review •

£9,500→€17,164imported

+34% vs expected price

NI Import

NI → ROI import costs

Assumes the car is NI-registered (no customs duty or VAT under Windsor Framework). Includes VRT + NOx levy + registration + transport. Click for full breakdown.

127k km · manual · Enniskillen · 36d

Premium

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