Used Hyundai i30 Gear Stick

The i30 ran across three main generations: Mk1 (2007–2012), Mk2 (2012–2017, with a facelift around 2015), and Mk3 (2017 onwards), and the gear stick assembly and surrounding trim changed significantly between these generations, meaning a Mk1 unit is very unlikely to fit a Mk2 or Mk3 car. Even within a generation, mounting and linkage details can vary, so always confirm compatibility with the breaker against your exact registration before buying.

Both years sit within the Mk2 generation (2012–2017), but 2014 falls before the mid-cycle facelift (around 2015) and 2016 falls after it, meaning there may be trim or surround differences even if the core mechanical fitment is close. Engine code and gearbox type are the most important matching factors here, so give the breaker both registration numbers and let them confirm whether the specific units interchange across that facelift boundary.

Fuel type matters primarily because petrol and diesel i30s can use different gearboxes with different shift mechanisms, so a gear stick from a diesel-engined car may not sit or connect correctly in a petrol car and vice versa. The most reliable approach is to match by engine code (found on your V5 or via a VIN check) rather than just fuel type, as the engine code tells the breaker exactly which gearbox family your car has.

Trim level - whether that's SE, SE Nav, SR, Premium, or similar - does not affect the mechanical fitment of the gear stick, as the shift assembly is determined by the gearbox and engine combination rather than the badge on the back of the car. You may find cosmetic differences such as stitching colour or surround finish between trim levels, so if appearance matters to you, mention this to the breaker, but it won't change whether the part physically fits.

Not necessarily, because the gear stick design is tied to the specific gearbox unit fitted, and different engine variants in the i30 range used different six-speed manual gearboxes with different shift tower and linkage arrangements. Give the breaker your engine code alongside the gearbox type and your registration, as that gives them the best chance of identifying a compatible donor car rather than simply matching on the number of gears.

All Hyundai i30 variants sold in the UK use a conventional gear stick, whether that's a manual shift lever or, on automatic-equipped cars, a traditional automatic selector stalk or lever - the i30 has not been fitted with rotary or push-button gear selectors. So yes, a used gear stick is a genuine and straightforward part to source for this model, and you simply need to match it to your gearbox type (manual or automatic) and engine code for the best chance of a correct fit.