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2007-2012 Hyundai i30 Head Unit Kit
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2007-2012 Hyundai i30 Head Unit Kit

Series FD

Head unit
Display
HD IPS
Chip
UIS7862S, 12nm
Memory
4GB
Audio
AKM7738 DSP
  • Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto
  • Google Play Store
  • Micro-SD capable

Includes all our features with impressive audio and performance that won't let you down.

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Display
QHD QLED
Chip
UIS7862S, 12nm
Memory
6GB
Audio
AKM7738 DSP
  • Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto
  • Google Play Store
  • Micro-SD capable

Same great performance as DM Core, incredible display. Our recommendation for most.

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Display
QHD QLED
Chip
UIS7870, 6nm
Memory
8GB
Audio
AKM7739 DSP
Bluetooth
aptX-HD
  • Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto
  • Google Play Store
  • Micro-SD capable

A noticeable jump in performance and studio quality audio. For the power users.

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Display
QHD QLED, 11.5"
Chip
UIS7862S, 6nm
Memory
8GB
Audio
AKM7738 DSP
Bluetooth
aptX-HD
  • Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto
  • Google Play Store
  • Micro-SD capable

Big is good. If you want your head unit to be your portable cinema, this is the one.

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Display
QHD QLED
Chip
UIS7870, 6nm
Memory
12GB
Audio
AKM7739 DSP
Bluetooth
aptX-HD
  • Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto
  • Google Play Store
  • Micro-SD capable

Complete overkill, created simply because we could. If you want the absolute best in performance and lossless audio, here it is.

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Dash camera

Dual Cam DVR Dashcam

Two high-definition cameras record the road and cabin, giving you crisp coverage of what’s ahead and inside the car.

  • Easy phone connectivity
  • Loop recording
  • 24/7 parking monitoring

Triple Cam DVR Dashcam

Capture every angle of your journey with three high-definition cameras that record the road, cabin, and rear—so you don’t miss a thing.

  • Easy phone connectivity
  • Loop recording
  • 24/7 parking monitoring
Microphone
Extras
Delivery4–⁠11 business days
Total$790

About this kit

Glarey mid-day screen, laggy stock menus, cables everywhere. Fix it with a bright, factory-style display that wakes fast and connects wirelessly. It fits the i30 FD cleanly, keeps controls, and stays stable after AU summer heat soak. Start the car, maps and music are ready.

Supports Apple CarPlay & Android Auto via CarLink 2.0 (pre-installed).

Android head unit installed, showing split-screen maps and music

Compatibility at a glance

Years
2007–2012
Series
FD
Trims
SX, SLX, SR, Trophy, SX CRDi, SLX CRDi, i30cw SX, i30cw SLX, i30cw Trophy
Steering wheel controls
Retained if present
Premium audio systems supported
All
Camera retention
Retained if present
Market name
Wagon variant marketed in AU as "i30cw" (FD). Some 2012-plated cars are FD MY11; GD launched during 2012.

What’s included

  • Head unit of your choice — select your preferred tier
  • Vehicle-specific fascia — OEM-match finish
  • Core plug-and-play harness; trim-specific adapters added if your car needs them (free of charge)
  • Factory reverse camera retention (where fitted)
  • Antenna adapter (where required)

Install snapshot

Time
60 mins
Difficulty 1 to 5
2
Tools
Plastic Trim Tools, Phillips Screwdriver, 10 mm Socket

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Built for Australian conditions

AU warranty

Anti-glare, heat-rated, bumpy-road stable.

  • Active fan & heat-sink
  • Voltage-stable power stage
  • 12-month local warranty

Features you’ll use

AU sun and heat soak are rough on dark dashboards. This i30-ready kit answers with an anti-glare screen, snappy wake, and steady wireless reconnects. The factory-style fascia fits neatly so controls stay where you expect, and day-to-day visibility stays strong in midday glare and carpark re-entry.

2007-2012 Hyundai i30 Head Unit Kit

From cluttered to clean

Swap clutter for clean. The model-specific fascia lands a tidy, factory-style look that fits the i30 FD dash without odd gaps. Harnesses and brackets are made for this cabin, so steering-wheel controls remain and the reverse camera path stays supported where fitted. Result: a neat, stock-like finish that just works.
  • Cluttered dash → clean fascia
  • Universal plate → model-specific kit
  • Guesswork → plug-in harness

From flat to focused

Dial in the cabin. A full EQ with time alignment lets you centre vocals, trim boom, and sharpen staging. Bluetooth with aptX-HD keeps streams crisp, and pre-outs play nicely with aftermarket amps or a factory path if you add a sub later. End result: cleaner sound without tearing the car apart.
  • Flat staging → focused image
  • One volume → per-channel timing
  • Weak pre-outs → amp-ready

From cables to wireless

Leave the cord. Wireless via CarLink 2.0 means calls, messages and maps land as you start. Use voice to reply or launch routes without digging through menus. Pick your apps — Google Maps and Spotify are seamless — and enjoy quick reconnection after fuel stops or carpark heat re-entry. It feels set-and-forget.
  • Cables → wireless start
  • Manual taps → voice first
  • Slow pairing → quick reconnect

From no bars to guided

Out past reception? Download map areas before you go and stay guided when bars drop. Save mobile data on daily routes too. Plug a simple OBD2 Bluetooth dongle into the port and use the Torque app to watch temps, boost and fault codes on the display while you drive or diagnose.
  • No bars → offline maps
  • Guesswork → Torque gauges
  • Wasted data → pre-downloaded areas

The DriverMods difference

Real performance — and real transparency

The current standard is still 28 nm—slower and hotter, with only the highest end units running 12 nm.
Our units start at 12 nm for smooth, lag-free performance (Core & Plus), stepping up to 6 nm in Pro/Max/Flagship for lightning-fast response.

  • spec transparency
  • modern silicon
  • fast boot
  • cool, stable runs
Displays you enjoy looking at

No dim, plasticky panels.
Our Plus / Pro / Max / Flagship use QLED QHD for razor-sharp maps, media, and text.
Our Core tier unit uses a bright, vivid HD IPS display—clear, clean, and easy on the eyes.

  • higher resolution
  • higher brightness
  • premium panel tech
Bigger screen, less bezel, factory-style fit

More screen, minimal bezels, tidy fascia—designed to look like it belongs in your dash.
Controls stay accessible and integration stays clean.

  • OEM-style fit
  • modern look
  • tidy install
Tuned software that makes life easy

Lean, fast, and stable—plus full customisation.
Keep our optimised setup or download and swap to a different launcher if you prefer.
With an Android OS head unit, the options are endless.

  • fast UI
  • no bloat
  • choose your launcher
Memory & storage that keep up

Gone are the days when 4 GB of RAM was “top-end.”
Ours start at 4 GB and go up from there, so app switching stays smooth.
Add maps and media with microSD expansion and you’re set for offline trips.

  • more RAM
  • smoother multitasking
  • microSD for expandable storage
Built for value, backed locally

Top-tier hardware at fair pricing, with AU support and clear documentation.
We care about the experience after install just as much as unboxing day.

  • local help
  • real warranty
  • easy ownership
Why we do it

The concept isn’t new—the standard should be.
Modern processors, better panels, lean and fast software, fair pricing.
We build head units that make driving feel effortless, not frustrating.

Checkout & shipping — how it works

  1. Order your kitChoose your preferred head unit tier and place your order.
  2. Upload a photoAfter checkout, we'll provide a link for you to easily upload a photo of your dash and any steering wheel controls.
  3. We assemble the correct kitWe confirm your exact model and include any needed adapters and the correct fascia. Correct-fit guarantee applies.
  4. Tracked shippingAU-wide tracked delivery in 4–⁠11 business days.

FAQs

Will it fit my 2009 i30 FD and keep the steering controls?

Yes. It fits 2007–2012 i30 (FD) and retains steering-wheel controls where fitted, using model-specific harnessing.

Does the factory reverse camera work with this?

If your car has a camera, the harness supports that path. If you're adding one later, there's a standard camera input ready.

How does it handle midday glare and heat soak?

The anti-glare display is tuned for bright AU conditions, and the unit is built for summer heat soak with stable wireless reconnects.

Can I install it myself?

Most owners can. Allow about 60 minutes, difficulty 2/3. You'll need plastic trim tools, a Phillips screwdriver and a 10mm socket.

Is wireless stable on short trips and fuel stops?

Yes. CarLink 2.0 pairs quickly and reconnects reliably after brief stops or carpark re-entry, so you can hop in and go.

Will offline maps and Torque work in the FD?

Yes. Download map areas to stay guided without coverage, and use a Bluetooth OBD2 dongle with the Torque app for live gauges and codes.

Learn more

Want to dive deeper into features and how everything works? These guides break it down and help you choose the right setup.

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$685
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$990
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$1,170
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$1,450
Screen size9.0 - 10.1″9.5 - 10.36″9.5 - 10.36″11.5″—
ResolutionHDQHDQHDQHDQHD
PanelIPSQLEDQLEDQLEDQLED
Brightness1100 nits1500 nits1500 nits1500 nits—
UI refresh60 Hz60 Hz100 Hz60 Hz—
CPUUIS7862S 2× A75 + 6× A55 2+6 @ 2.0 GHzUIS7862S 2× A75 + 6× A55 2+6 @ 2.0 GHzUIS7870 8x Cortex A76 @ 2.7 GHzUIS7870 2× A75 + 6× A55 2+6 @ 2.0 GHzUIS7870
Processor Node Type12nm12nm6nm6nm6nm
RAM4 GB LPDDR4X6 GB LPDDR4X8 GB LPDDR4X8 GB LPDDR4X12GB
Storage64 GB eMMC 5.1128 GB eMMC 5.1128 GB UFS128 GB UFS—
DSPAKM7738AKM7738AKM7739AKM7738AKM7739
Pre-outs3 × 2.5 V3 × 2.5 V3 × 4.0 V3 × 4.0 V—
Optical outNoNoYesYes—
Coaxial outNoNoYesYes—
USB 2.02233—
USB-C 3.20011—
In shortIncludes all our features and great performance that wont let you down.Same great performance, incredible display. Our recommendation for most.A solid improvement in performance and studio quality audio.Big, is good. If you want your head unit to be the focus point, this is the one.Complete overkill, created simply because we could. If you want the absolute best in performance and lossless audio, here it is.