Compare performance (530 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (39,200 £ vs 25,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Hyundai i30 Wagon?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Hyundai i30 Wagon is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,757 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series uses 4.9 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Hyundai i30 Wagon with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 2 Series offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 380 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers substantially more torque with 650 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Hyundai i30 Wagon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i30 Wagon is slightly lighter – 1,340 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 220 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers noticeably more boot space – 602 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 212 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 Wagon carries a bit more – 490 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.
The BMW 2 Series holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.
detailsThe Hyundai i30 Wagon is a practical family hauler that pairs roomy, sensible packaging with clean, modern lines and a surprisingly composed chassis. Comfortable, well-equipped and priced to make rivals sweat, it quietly ticks the boxes for daily life and weekend escapes while still managing a little grin on twisty roads.
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Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
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Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
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co2
134 - 142 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
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Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Trunk capacity
602 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
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Width
1,795 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
350 - 400 kg
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Payload
450 - 490 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 530 HP
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Power HP
115 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 650 Nm
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
115 - 390 kW
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Power kW
85 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Hyundai
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