Hyundai Australia has priced its limited-run i30 Sedan N Monochrome at $60,500 before on-road costs. Only 200 cars are coming, with the first due in showrooms from November 2026, and the price is the same whether you choose the six-speed manual or the eight-speed dual-clutch automatic.
The Monochrome is a cosmetic special edition. It adds a darker look, carbon-fibre exterior parts, exclusive forged wheels and Alcantara trim inside, but the turbocharged engine and chassis are carried over from the regular i30 Sedan N.
Price and how it compares
The Monochrome costs $5000 more than the i30 Sedan N Premium with sunroof, which is listed at $55,500 before on-road costs. Both figures are manufacturer list prices, so stamp duty, registration and dealer delivery are extra. Our explainer on drive-away versus list prices covers what those costs usually add.
| Variant | Transmission | Price before on-road costs |
|---|---|---|
| i30 Sedan N Premium with sunroof | 6-speed manual or 8-speed DCT | $55,500 |
| i30 Sedan N Monochrome | 6-speed manual or 8-speed DCT | $60,500 |
Two paint colours are offered. Performance Blue is a no-cost choice, while Abyss Black Pearl adds $595.
How many are coming
Hyundai Australia's i30 Sedan N page confirms the Monochrome is a limited release of 200 vehicles nationwide. Around 170 of those are expected to be dual-clutch automatics, which leaves roughly 30 manuals for buyers who want three pedals. Australia is among the first markets for the edition, alongside Korea and Canada.
What the Monochrome adds
- Exclusive black forged alloy wheels
- Carbon-fibre rear spoiler and side mirror caps
- Black brake calipers and black exterior detailing on the bumpers, side sills and rear diffuser
- Monochrome interior trims
- Alcantara-appointed steering wheel and gear lever
The rest of the equipment follows the Premium with sunroof grade, including leather-appointed seats, heated seats and steering wheel, Bluelink connected services and a sunroof.
Performance is unchanged
Under the bonnet is the same 2.0-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder used across the i30 Sedan N range, making 206kW and 392Nm. It drives the front wheels through the six-speed manual or eight-speed wet dual-clutch automatic. Hyundai has made no mechanical changes for the Monochrome, so it should drive exactly like the existing car.
That makes the Monochrome a choice for buyers who want a rarer, better-dressed version of Hyundai's performance sedan rather than a faster one. Anyone shopping on outright value will find the regular car offers the same pace for $5000 less. Hyundai's standard hatch range sits on our Hyundai i30 model page, and its smaller hot hatch on the Hyundai i20 N page.
Other limited performance editions
Small-volume specials have become a regular way for brands to keep enthusiast models fresh. Mini recently released a 26-car run of the JCW Lucky 13 Edition at a much higher price. With 200 examples, the Hyundai is far less scarce, but manual buyers in particular may want to move quickly given the small share expected.