Exterior seems Audi A3 Sport Back derived. Thats not a bad thing though, but it's a different styling direction compared the current i30. The new direction is I think the point that underwhelms.
I think Hyundai maybe trying to capitalize on the success of the i30 brand & broaden the customer base by having a sporty AND a conservative body style in the i30 brand. Of course the N range is another addition. Not a bad marketing strategy.
It is said Hyundai are to produce a 'sporty fastback' body based on 2017 i30. Perhaps that will align more with the far more stylish looks of the current i30?
The DRL & fog light cluster looks a bit naf too - it looks out of place with the rather conservative overall styling. The horizontal louvres, round (tiny) fog lights & the angled DRL clash together.
I'm not sure if Peter Schreyer is being paid too much or not enough
Yes the dash kinda looks odd. In concept, I like the placement of the sat nav screen - very ergonomic.