Hyundai i30 2017-2022 - Premium Head Unit Upgrade Kit: Radio Infotainment System with Wired & Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Compatibility
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- Complete Kit: Screen, Fascia Kit, Plug & Play-Harness
- Fast Performance: Smooth, high-speed operation
- Vibrant Touchscreen: Crisp, responsive HD display
- Built-in GPS: Offline-capable navigation
- Adaptive Brightness: Auto-adjusts with headlights
- * Plug & Play Installation: No rewiring, retains factory compatibility
- 4G LTE SIM Slot: Mobile internet on the road
- Smart Connections: Bluetooth, WiFi, USB
- Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto: Seamless smartphone pairing
- Voice Control: Siri & Google Voice supported
- Hi-Res Audio: DSP-optimized sound clarity
- Custom Equalizer: Audio tuning control
- RCA Outputs: For subwoofers and amplifiers
- Multimedia Streaming: YouTube, Spotify, Netflix & more
- Mirror Screen: Android & iPhone screen sharing
- Split Screen Mode: Use maps and media side-by-side
- Steering Wheel Buttons: Fully retained
- Hands-Free Calling: Mic & Bluetooth calling
- OTA Updates Ready: Future-proof software support
- 3-Year Warranty: Comprehensive protection included
- 30-Day Returns: Hassle-free return policy
- Live Support 7 Days: 10am–6pm, incl. holidays
- Brummstadt Guarantee: Trusted by thousands of Australian drivers
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After install, I noticed there are some plugs that don't seem to plug in anywhere. Did I get the wrong harness?
No, it is normal to have plugs left over from your old stereo if upgrading to a Brummstadt head unit. The unit comes with its own components and antennas (GPS, 4G, microphone), so some factory plugs are simply not needed anymore. No need to worry. All core functions will work as intended. If anything doesn’t perform as expected, you can always reach out to our customer support by clicking here Chat with Human Support or send an email to service@brummstadt.com.au. -
Why isn't my factory camera working with your unit?
Our cables are made to work with factory cameras, but sometimes they just don't. Some cameras work straight out of the box. Others may need a 12V to 6V step-down module or a different plug. In any case, contact our support team. We will help you find the right solution. -
What if something doesn't work during install?
This is our promise to you. We stand not only for quality in product but also quality in after-sales support. While there may be many alternatives out there, the true value shows when it comes to replacements or product questions. We are here to help until everything works exactly as it should. -
Can I use the reverse camera while driving forward?
Yes, absolutely possible. If you only have the rear camera installed or are using your original factory camera, you can add a rocker switch to activate it while in drive. Just keep in mind that this is not plug and play and does require some basic wiring knowledge. A more convenient option is to use both our front and rear cameras, which are powered directly through the head unit. You can switch between them anytime, view both at once and even watch them while driving. This is especially useful for towing, caravans and off-road use. -
Can I install a front camera and view it anytime, even while driving?
Yes, absolutely. You can view both front and rear anytime, whether parked or driving. For more advanced setups, you can install multiple additional cameras using rocker switches or modified RCA inputs and switch between them freely. This requires high installation skill and is not plug and play, while with our front and rear camera setup it is plug and play. -
Do your units support steering wheel controls?
Yes, absolutely. Steering wheel buttons are supported. Sometimes they work immediately after installation. Sometimes you configure them in the steering wheel app on the head unit. The process is simple: press the icon on the screen, press the button on your steering wheel, and assign the function. You can map any function to any button. For vehicles with more advanced ECUs, we supply CANbus modules. In those cases, you just select your car model inside the CAN app and it will sync automatically. Should anything be unclear or if you need help with setup, feel free to Chat with Human Support or email us at service@brummstadt.com.au.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| OS & Processor | Android 13 – smooth, reliable, and up-to-date with an Octa-Core Cortex-A55 |
| Memory & Storage | Up to 8GB RAM and 128GB SSD – ideal for fast performance and media storage |
| Display | 9″ (1280×720) or 13.3″ IPS QLED – sharp visuals across sizes |
| Audio & DSP | 32-Band Equalizer with built-in DSP – rich audio tuning for custom sound profiles |
| Amplifier & Touch | Toshiba Amplifier with IPS Anti-Glare 5-Touch Display – crystal-clear visuals with responsive controls |
| Connectivity | Supports CarPlay & Android Auto (wired & wireless), Bluetooth 5.0, WiFi, 4G LTE, and GPS – seamless phone integration and live navigation |
| Radio & Inputs | FM radio, AM available via optional DAB+ receiver, RDS, DVR, TPS, CAM (Optional) – wide input support for all setups |
| Extra Features | Steering Wheel Control Support, plus split-screen for multitasking |
| In the Box | Head Unit, Fascia Kit, Harness Bundle, 2x USBs, and Antenna Plugs (FM, GPS, 4G), Antennas (GPS, 4G), SIM-Card-Dongle |
| Apps Supported | Netflix, Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube & more – enjoy your favorites right from the dashboard |
Compatible with the following vehicle models:
- Hyundai™ i30 from 2017-2022
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Please note that even vehicles of the same model may have subtle differences. We are committed to ensuring compatibility and have carefully accounted for each vehicle’s unique specifications. For assistance or inquiries, our expert support team is ready to guide you at every step.This product is not affiliated with or endorsed by Hyundai™. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used for reference only. Carefully crafted as a premium aftermarket solution, this product ensures seamless compatibility and reliable performance for this model.
Place your order today and expect your parcel to arrive between Wednesday, 23 July and Wednesday, 30 July. Remote area deliveries might take just a little longer.
Hyundai’s i30 has earned its reputation as an admired global compact vehicle owing to its careful combination of practicality, reliability, style, and technological sophistication. Known for its sensible design approach balanced with progressive capabilities, the Hyundai i30 from 2017 to 2022 represents a refined stage in the vehicle's ongoing development. To appreciate its journey thoroughly, it’s essential to step back and explore the broader history that led to today’s highly-respected third generation.
Historical Progression of the Hyundai i30:
First Generation – FD Series (2007–2012):
Hyundai introduced the first-generation i30 (coded internally as FD) in 2007, initially presented in the European and Australian markets. Designed specifically to target the competitive compact hatchback segment against established models like the Volkswagen Golf and Ford Focus, the FD earned popularity for its affordability, understated good looks, spacious cabin, reliability, and value-packed equipment lists. Marketed in North America as the Hyundai Elantra Touring, it carved a solid niche thanks to its versatility and robust design approach. The FD sensitively responded to customer demands for quality, comfort, practicality, and fuel efficiency, helping Hyundai steadily build its reputation internationally.
Second Generation – GD Series (2012–2017):
Building substantially upon the FD’s foundation, the GD series clearly signaled Hyundai’s intent to move upmarket with its compact models. Adopting the brand’s developing "Fluidic Sculpture" styling language, the GD line-up brought more refined body contours, improved interior quality, and equipment options previously associated with premium segments. The European-designed exterior was sleeker, modernized, and confidence-inspired. Customers appreciated the marked improvement in cabin comforts, driving dynamics, safety features, and infotainment technology, firmly positioning the second-generation i30 as a credible rival to European and Japanese offerings.
Third Generation – PD Series (2017–2022):
The PD, introduced in 2017, represented a further notable leap ahead, combining bolder exterior aesthetics with sharp, contemporary styling. Characterized by its assertive cascading grille and refined detailing, the PD series expressed an identity of maturity, sophistication, and dynamic capability unseen in predecessors. The PD i30 further honed driving comfort and handling characteristics, with well-rounded suspension tuning and refined noise isolation enhancing overall ride quality.
Available in multiple body styles—including hatchback, wagon (estate), and the sporty "Fastback"—the i30 PD series catered to diverse driver preferences, offering practical versatility blended with modern dynamic performance. Notably, the introduction of performance-oriented variants like the i30 N rapidly won acclaim for balanced sporting appeal and everyday usability.
Inside, advanced technology took center stage. Higher-quality materials, ergonomic cabin layouts, intuitive infotainment controls, and significant safety advancements became defining marks of the PD generation. Factory-installed infotainment systems significantly improved compared to past versions, incorporating modern connectivity options, smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and simplified, user-friendly interfaces.
Integrating Advanced Head Unit Technology:
Responding to modern driving demands and staying abreast of technology advancements, some owners of these i30 models seek functional improvements and advanced features beyond what stock vehicle infotainment offers. To fulfill this desire, the carefully selected integration of advanced aftermarket infotainment units—such as a tailored solution offered by Brummstadt—presents a comprehensively superior alternative.
Specifically engineered to seamlessly integrate into the existing structure and internal aesthetic configuration of the third-generation i30 (PD), Brummstadt’s advanced premium head unit offers both wired and wireless connectivity to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. This smart solution significantly expands inherent factory system capability, supporting popular navigation apps such as Google Maps, WAZE, and Apple Maps directly on large, clear touchscreens. Drivers no longer rely solely on mobile devices or factory navigation limitations, benefiting from current maps, traffic-aware routing, and intuitive usability—with all navigation effortlessly accessible within the driver’s natural line of sight.
Consider a simple scenario: After a relaxed evening dinner with family or friends, the destination to a friend's home is quickly input via the phone’s map application. As soon as occupants enter the vehicle, this route instantly and automatically transfers onto the Brummstadt head unit’s screen—allowing passengers to continue conversations comfortably and safely, without any fuss throughout the journey, thanks to the direct wireless connection and automatic functionality.
Additionally, Brummstadt designs their units to support optional upgrades including high-definition, dual-view 1080p camera systems (front and rear) offering enhanced visibility, practical parking assistance, and important evidence capture in scenarios of unexpected incidents. Furthermore, the system leverages advanced multimedia capabilities, connecting game controllers directly to integrated USB ports—a valuable feature allowing passengers to enjoy interactive entertainment during trips.
Voice integration represents another compelling advantage of this hardware. Compatible with advanced voice command technologies, such as Siri or Google Assistant, drivers can utilize intelligent functionality not only to control media playback, calls, or navigation effortlessly, but also to integrate seamlessly with home automation services. User-configured scenarios benefit practical daily convenience: for instance, instructing home devices ahead of arrival ("Hey Siri, turn on the porch lights") reinforces how connected tech capabilities profoundly impact daily routines, safety, and convenience over time.
Driving Experience and Model Advantages:
The Hyundai i30 (PD) successfully positions itself as a practical, comfortable hatchback with balanced driving characteristics, appealing refinement, sensible running costs, and commendable roominess. This generation has garnered admiration for blending versatility with quality materials, precise road manners, occupant comfort, and meaningful advancements in safety and technology. It responds particularly well to thoughtful additions like high-quality head unit installations, ensuring that time spent driving or traveling exceeds purely functional transportation—transforming into genuinely enjoyable experiences.
Modernizing the infotainment ecosystem—taking advantage of expansive compatibility, improved convenience, safety-enhancing technologies, and integrated entertainment options—contributes meaningfully to overall on-road quality. Owners find satisfaction in thoughtfully accessible navigation, convenient multimedia entertainment capabilities, helpful safety communication features (including camera integration), and intuitive integration with smart home devices.
In all, the thoughtfully refined 2017-2022 Hyundai i30 (PD) range elegantly reflects Hyundai’s evolving vision for compact family vehicles. Through a long lineage cemented by consistent innovation, intelligent improvements, and meticulous attention to practicality, comfort, and dynamics, it genuinely achieves a standout balance of everyday usability, style, and technological relevance—becoming even more appealing with sophisticated additions in modern automotive infotainment technologies.
Historical Progression of the Hyundai i30:
First Generation – FD Series (2007–2012):
Hyundai introduced the first-generation i30 (coded internally as FD) in 2007, initially presented in the European and Australian markets. Designed specifically to target the competitive compact hatchback segment against established models like the Volkswagen Golf and Ford Focus, the FD earned popularity for its affordability, understated good looks, spacious cabin, reliability, and value-packed equipment lists. Marketed in North America as the Hyundai Elantra Touring, it carved a solid niche thanks to its versatility and robust design approach. The FD sensitively responded to customer demands for quality, comfort, practicality, and fuel efficiency, helping Hyundai steadily build its reputation internationally.
Second Generation – GD Series (2012–2017):
Building substantially upon the FD’s foundation, the GD series clearly signaled Hyundai’s intent to move upmarket with its compact models. Adopting the brand’s developing "Fluidic Sculpture" styling language, the GD line-up brought more refined body contours, improved interior quality, and equipment options previously associated with premium segments. The European-designed exterior was sleeker, modernized, and confidence-inspired. Customers appreciated the marked improvement in cabin comforts, driving dynamics, safety features, and infotainment technology, firmly positioning the second-generation i30 as a credible rival to European and Japanese offerings.
Third Generation – PD Series (2017–2022):
The PD, introduced in 2017, represented a further notable leap ahead, combining bolder exterior aesthetics with sharp, contemporary styling. Characterized by its assertive cascading grille and refined detailing, the PD series expressed an identity of maturity, sophistication, and dynamic capability unseen in predecessors. The PD i30 further honed driving comfort and handling characteristics, with well-rounded suspension tuning and refined noise isolation enhancing overall ride quality.
Available in multiple body styles—including hatchback, wagon (estate), and the sporty "Fastback"—the i30 PD series catered to diverse driver preferences, offering practical versatility blended with modern dynamic performance. Notably, the introduction of performance-oriented variants like the i30 N rapidly won acclaim for balanced sporting appeal and everyday usability.
Inside, advanced technology took center stage. Higher-quality materials, ergonomic cabin layouts, intuitive infotainment controls, and significant safety advancements became defining marks of the PD generation. Factory-installed infotainment systems significantly improved compared to past versions, incorporating modern connectivity options, smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and simplified, user-friendly interfaces.
Integrating Advanced Head Unit Technology:
Responding to modern driving demands and staying abreast of technology advancements, some owners of these i30 models seek functional improvements and advanced features beyond what stock vehicle infotainment offers. To fulfill this desire, the carefully selected integration of advanced aftermarket infotainment units—such as a tailored solution offered by Brummstadt—presents a comprehensively superior alternative.
Specifically engineered to seamlessly integrate into the existing structure and internal aesthetic configuration of the third-generation i30 (PD), Brummstadt’s advanced premium head unit offers both wired and wireless connectivity to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. This smart solution significantly expands inherent factory system capability, supporting popular navigation apps such as Google Maps, WAZE, and Apple Maps directly on large, clear touchscreens. Drivers no longer rely solely on mobile devices or factory navigation limitations, benefiting from current maps, traffic-aware routing, and intuitive usability—with all navigation effortlessly accessible within the driver’s natural line of sight.
Consider a simple scenario: After a relaxed evening dinner with family or friends, the destination to a friend's home is quickly input via the phone’s map application. As soon as occupants enter the vehicle, this route instantly and automatically transfers onto the Brummstadt head unit’s screen—allowing passengers to continue conversations comfortably and safely, without any fuss throughout the journey, thanks to the direct wireless connection and automatic functionality.
Additionally, Brummstadt designs their units to support optional upgrades including high-definition, dual-view 1080p camera systems (front and rear) offering enhanced visibility, practical parking assistance, and important evidence capture in scenarios of unexpected incidents. Furthermore, the system leverages advanced multimedia capabilities, connecting game controllers directly to integrated USB ports—a valuable feature allowing passengers to enjoy interactive entertainment during trips.
Voice integration represents another compelling advantage of this hardware. Compatible with advanced voice command technologies, such as Siri or Google Assistant, drivers can utilize intelligent functionality not only to control media playback, calls, or navigation effortlessly, but also to integrate seamlessly with home automation services. User-configured scenarios benefit practical daily convenience: for instance, instructing home devices ahead of arrival ("Hey Siri, turn on the porch lights") reinforces how connected tech capabilities profoundly impact daily routines, safety, and convenience over time.
Driving Experience and Model Advantages:
The Hyundai i30 (PD) successfully positions itself as a practical, comfortable hatchback with balanced driving characteristics, appealing refinement, sensible running costs, and commendable roominess. This generation has garnered admiration for blending versatility with quality materials, precise road manners, occupant comfort, and meaningful advancements in safety and technology. It responds particularly well to thoughtful additions like high-quality head unit installations, ensuring that time spent driving or traveling exceeds purely functional transportation—transforming into genuinely enjoyable experiences.
Modernizing the infotainment ecosystem—taking advantage of expansive compatibility, improved convenience, safety-enhancing technologies, and integrated entertainment options—contributes meaningfully to overall on-road quality. Owners find satisfaction in thoughtfully accessible navigation, convenient multimedia entertainment capabilities, helpful safety communication features (including camera integration), and intuitive integration with smart home devices.
In all, the thoughtfully refined 2017-2022 Hyundai i30 (PD) range elegantly reflects Hyundai’s evolving vision for compact family vehicles. Through a long lineage cemented by consistent innovation, intelligent improvements, and meticulous attention to practicality, comfort, and dynamics, it genuinely achieves a standout balance of everyday usability, style, and technological relevance—becoming even more appealing with sophisticated additions in modern automotive infotainment technologies.
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Hyundai’s i30 has earned its reputation as an admired global compact vehicle owing to its careful combination of practicality, reliability, style, and technological sophistication. Known for its sensible design approach balanced with progressive capabilities, the Hyundai i30 from 2017 to 2022 represents a refined stage in the vehicle's ongoing development. To appreciate its journey thoroughly, it’s essential to step back and explore the broader history that led to today’s highly-respected third generation.
Historical Progression of the Hyundai i30:
First Generation – FD Series (2007–2012):
Hyundai introduced the first-generation i30 (coded internally as FD) in 2007, initially presented in the European and Australian markets. Designed specifically to target the competitive compact hatchback segment against established models like the Volkswagen Golf and Ford Focus, the FD earned popularity for its affordability, understated good looks, spacious cabin, reliability, and value-packed equipment lists. Marketed in North America as the Hyundai Elantra Touring, it carved a solid niche thanks to its versatility and robust design approach. The FD sensitively responded to customer demands for quality, comfort, practicality, and fuel efficiency, helping Hyundai steadily build its reputation internationally.
Second Generation – GD Series (2012–2017):
Building substantially upon the FD’s foundation, the GD series clearly signaled Hyundai’s intent to move upmarket with its compact models. Adopting the brand’s developing "Fluidic Sculpture" styling language, the GD line-up brought more refined body contours, improved interior quality, and equipment options previously associated with premium segments. The European-designed exterior was sleeker, modernized, and confidence-inspired. Customers appreciated the marked improvement in cabin comforts, driving dynamics, safety features, and infotainment technology, firmly positioning the second-generation i30 as a credible rival to European and Japanese offerings.
Third Generation – PD Series (2017–2022):
The PD, introduced in 2017, represented a further notable leap ahead, combining bolder exterior aesthetics with sharp, contemporary styling. Characterized by its assertive cascading grille and refined detailing, the PD series expressed an identity of maturity, sophistication, and dynamic capability unseen in predecessors. The PD i30 further honed driving comfort and handling characteristics, with well-rounded suspension tuning and refined noise isolation enhancing overall ride quality.
Available in multiple body styles—including hatchback, wagon (estate), and the sporty "Fastback"—the i30 PD series catered to diverse driver preferences, offering practical versatility blended with modern dynamic performance. Notably, the introduction of performance-oriented variants like the i30 N rapidly won acclaim for balanced sporting appeal and everyday usability.
Inside, advanced technology took center stage. Higher-quality materials, ergonomic cabin layouts, intuitive infotainment controls, and significant safety advancements became defining marks of the PD generation. Factory-installed infotainment systems significantly improved compared to past versions, incorporating modern connectivity options, smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and simplified, user-friendly interfaces.
Integrating Advanced Head Unit Technology:
Responding to modern driving demands and staying abreast of technology advancements, some owners of these i30 models seek functional improvements and advanced features beyond what stock vehicle infotainment offers. To fulfill this desire, the carefully selected integration of advanced aftermarket infotainment units—such as a tailored solution offered by Brummstadt—presents a comprehensively superior alternative.
Specifically engineered to seamlessly integrate into the existing structure and internal aesthetic configuration of the third-generation i30 (PD), Brummstadt’s advanced premium head unit offers both wired and wireless connectivity to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. This smart solution significantly expands inherent factory system capability, supporting popular navigation apps such as Google Maps, WAZE, and Apple Maps directly on large, clear touchscreens. Drivers no longer rely solely on mobile devices or factory navigation limitations, benefiting from current maps, traffic-aware routing, and intuitive usability—with all navigation effortlessly accessible within the driver’s natural line of sight.
Consider a simple scenario: After a relaxed evening dinner with family or friends, the destination to a friend's home is quickly input via the phone’s map application. As soon as occupants enter the vehicle, this route instantly and automatically transfers onto the Brummstadt head unit’s screen—allowing passengers to continue conversations comfortably and safely, without any fuss throughout the journey, thanks to the direct wireless connection and automatic functionality.
Additionally, Brummstadt designs their units to support optional upgrades including high-definition, dual-view 1080p camera systems (front and rear) offering enhanced visibility, practical parking assistance, and important evidence capture in scenarios of unexpected incidents. Furthermore, the system leverages advanced multimedia capabilities, connecting game controllers directly to integrated USB ports—a valuable feature allowing passengers to enjoy interactive entertainment during trips.
Voice integration represents another compelling advantage of this hardware. Compatible with advanced voice command technologies, such as Siri or Google Assistant, drivers can utilize intelligent functionality not only to control media playback, calls, or navigation effortlessly, but also to integrate seamlessly with home automation services. User-configured scenarios benefit practical daily convenience: for instance, instructing home devices ahead of arrival ("Hey Siri, turn on the porch lights") reinforces how connected tech capabilities profoundly impact daily routines, safety, and convenience over time.
Driving Experience and Model Advantages:
The Hyundai i30 (PD) successfully positions itself as a practical, comfortable hatchback with balanced driving characteristics, appealing refinement, sensible running costs, and commendable roominess. This generation has garnered admiration for blending versatility with quality materials, precise road manners, occupant comfort, and meaningful advancements in safety and technology. It responds particularly well to thoughtful additions like high-quality head unit installations, ensuring that time spent driving or traveling exceeds purely functional transportation—transforming into genuinely enjoyable experiences.
Modernizing the infotainment ecosystem—taking advantage of expansive compatibility, improved convenience, safety-enhancing technologies, and integrated entertainment options—contributes meaningfully to overall on-road quality. Owners find satisfaction in thoughtfully accessible navigation, convenient multimedia entertainment capabilities, helpful safety communication features (including camera integration), and intuitive integration with smart home devices.
In all, the thoughtfully refined 2017-2022 Hyundai i30 (PD) range elegantly reflects Hyundai’s evolving vision for compact family vehicles. Through a long lineage cemented by consistent innovation, intelligent improvements, and meticulous attention to practicality, comfort, and dynamics, it genuinely achieves a standout balance of everyday usability, style, and technological relevance—becoming even more appealing with sophisticated additions in modern automotive infotainment technologies.
Historical Progression of the Hyundai i30:
First Generation – FD Series (2007–2012):
Hyundai introduced the first-generation i30 (coded internally as FD) in 2007, initially presented in the European and Australian markets. Designed specifically to target the competitive compact hatchback segment against established models like the Volkswagen Golf and Ford Focus, the FD earned popularity for its affordability, understated good looks, spacious cabin, reliability, and value-packed equipment lists. Marketed in North America as the Hyundai Elantra Touring, it carved a solid niche thanks to its versatility and robust design approach. The FD sensitively responded to customer demands for quality, comfort, practicality, and fuel efficiency, helping Hyundai steadily build its reputation internationally.
Second Generation – GD Series (2012–2017):
Building substantially upon the FD’s foundation, the GD series clearly signaled Hyundai’s intent to move upmarket with its compact models. Adopting the brand’s developing "Fluidic Sculpture" styling language, the GD line-up brought more refined body contours, improved interior quality, and equipment options previously associated with premium segments. The European-designed exterior was sleeker, modernized, and confidence-inspired. Customers appreciated the marked improvement in cabin comforts, driving dynamics, safety features, and infotainment technology, firmly positioning the second-generation i30 as a credible rival to European and Japanese offerings.
Third Generation – PD Series (2017–2022):
The PD, introduced in 2017, represented a further notable leap ahead, combining bolder exterior aesthetics with sharp, contemporary styling. Characterized by its assertive cascading grille and refined detailing, the PD series expressed an identity of maturity, sophistication, and dynamic capability unseen in predecessors. The PD i30 further honed driving comfort and handling characteristics, with well-rounded suspension tuning and refined noise isolation enhancing overall ride quality.
Available in multiple body styles—including hatchback, wagon (estate), and the sporty "Fastback"—the i30 PD series catered to diverse driver preferences, offering practical versatility blended with modern dynamic performance. Notably, the introduction of performance-oriented variants like the i30 N rapidly won acclaim for balanced sporting appeal and everyday usability.
Inside, advanced technology took center stage. Higher-quality materials, ergonomic cabin layouts, intuitive infotainment controls, and significant safety advancements became defining marks of the PD generation. Factory-installed infotainment systems significantly improved compared to past versions, incorporating modern connectivity options, smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and simplified, user-friendly interfaces.
Integrating Advanced Head Unit Technology:
Responding to modern driving demands and staying abreast of technology advancements, some owners of these i30 models seek functional improvements and advanced features beyond what stock vehicle infotainment offers. To fulfill this desire, the carefully selected integration of advanced aftermarket infotainment units—such as a tailored solution offered by Brummstadt—presents a comprehensively superior alternative.
Specifically engineered to seamlessly integrate into the existing structure and internal aesthetic configuration of the third-generation i30 (PD), Brummstadt’s advanced premium head unit offers both wired and wireless connectivity to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. This smart solution significantly expands inherent factory system capability, supporting popular navigation apps such as Google Maps, WAZE, and Apple Maps directly on large, clear touchscreens. Drivers no longer rely solely on mobile devices or factory navigation limitations, benefiting from current maps, traffic-aware routing, and intuitive usability—with all navigation effortlessly accessible within the driver’s natural line of sight.
Consider a simple scenario: After a relaxed evening dinner with family or friends, the destination to a friend's home is quickly input via the phone’s map application. As soon as occupants enter the vehicle, this route instantly and automatically transfers onto the Brummstadt head unit’s screen—allowing passengers to continue conversations comfortably and safely, without any fuss throughout the journey, thanks to the direct wireless connection and automatic functionality.
Additionally, Brummstadt designs their units to support optional upgrades including high-definition, dual-view 1080p camera systems (front and rear) offering enhanced visibility, practical parking assistance, and important evidence capture in scenarios of unexpected incidents. Furthermore, the system leverages advanced multimedia capabilities, connecting game controllers directly to integrated USB ports—a valuable feature allowing passengers to enjoy interactive entertainment during trips.
Voice integration represents another compelling advantage of this hardware. Compatible with advanced voice command technologies, such as Siri or Google Assistant, drivers can utilize intelligent functionality not only to control media playback, calls, or navigation effortlessly, but also to integrate seamlessly with home automation services. User-configured scenarios benefit practical daily convenience: for instance, instructing home devices ahead of arrival ("Hey Siri, turn on the porch lights") reinforces how connected tech capabilities profoundly impact daily routines, safety, and convenience over time.
Driving Experience and Model Advantages:
The Hyundai i30 (PD) successfully positions itself as a practical, comfortable hatchback with balanced driving characteristics, appealing refinement, sensible running costs, and commendable roominess. This generation has garnered admiration for blending versatility with quality materials, precise road manners, occupant comfort, and meaningful advancements in safety and technology. It responds particularly well to thoughtful additions like high-quality head unit installations, ensuring that time spent driving or traveling exceeds purely functional transportation—transforming into genuinely enjoyable experiences.
Modernizing the infotainment ecosystem—taking advantage of expansive compatibility, improved convenience, safety-enhancing technologies, and integrated entertainment options—contributes meaningfully to overall on-road quality. Owners find satisfaction in thoughtfully accessible navigation, convenient multimedia entertainment capabilities, helpful safety communication features (including camera integration), and intuitive integration with smart home devices.
In all, the thoughtfully refined 2017-2022 Hyundai i30 (PD) range elegantly reflects Hyundai’s evolving vision for compact family vehicles. Through a long lineage cemented by consistent innovation, intelligent improvements, and meticulous attention to practicality, comfort, and dynamics, it genuinely achieves a standout balance of everyday usability, style, and technological relevance—becoming even more appealing with sophisticated additions in modern automotive infotainment technologies.
