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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Hyundai i30 Wagon comparison

Compare performance (392 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 25,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Hyundai i30 Wagon?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Hyundai i30 Wagon: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • substantially more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai i30 Wagon

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  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

4 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai i30 Wagon is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 46,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,786 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe uses 5 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Hyundai i30 Wagon with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

i30 Wagon

Engine and Performance:

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 4 Series Gran Coupe offers substantially more power – delivering 392 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 242 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe delivers considerably more torque with 650 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.

4 Series Gran Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i30 Wagon is noticeably lighter – 1,340 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 355 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers visibly more boot space – 602 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 132 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 Wagon carries barely more – 490 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is decisively ahead 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.

from £46,200
4 Series Gran Coupe

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 392 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 - 7.8 L/100km
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Hyundai i30 Wagon

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.

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Hyundai i30 Wagon

The 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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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Hyundai i30 Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,200 - 68,800 £
Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
131 - 179 g/km
co2
134 - 142 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
602 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,795 mm
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
480 kg
Payload
450 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 392 HP
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 - 288 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hyundai
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