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Used brakes vary between vehicles - and whether you call it used, second hand or a replacement, matching the right one matters. These are the details breakers need to match the right part to your car - our request form asks them so you only hear from suppliers with the correct part:
The first-generation i30 ran from 2007 to 2012, and the second generation started in 2012, so a 2010 car and a 2013 car sit in different generations with different brake assemblies. You should not assume these will swap across that generational boundary, and we'd recommend confirming the specific part numbers with the breaker against both registrations before ordering. Never assume fitment across a generation change.
Both years sit within the second-generation i30 (2012–2017), so there is a reasonable chance the brakes will be compatible, but Hyundai did make mid-generation running-gear revisions during this period. Confirm with the breaker using both registrations to be sure the specific discs and calipers match before purchasing.
Yes, engine size can influence brake specification on the i30, as larger or more powerful engines are typically paired with bigger discs and uprated calipers to manage the extra performance and weight. When asking a breaker for a quote, always give your exact engine size alongside the year so they can match the correct brake assembly to your car.
Trim level alone — such as S, SE, Premium, or N Line — does not generally change the fundamental brake specification on a standard i30, as brakes are dictated by generation and engine size rather than trim. You may notice cosmetic differences such as caliper colour when comparing parts from different trim grades, but mechanically the brakes should be the same for the same engine and generation. Always confirm with the breaker against your registration to be certain.
The third-generation i30 launched in 2017, creating a clear boundary between it and the second generation, and brake assemblies do not reliably cross that generational change. You should treat these as separate applications and confirm any cross-generation fitment directly with the breaker using your exact registration, as interchangeability across that boundary cannot be assumed.
Body style on its own does not typically affect brake fitment on the i30, as the brake specification is driven by generation and engine size rather than whether the car is a hatchback or estate. That said, it is always worth giving the breaker your full registration so they can verify the exact specification of your vehicle before supplying any parts.