Compare performance (625 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 25,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Hyundai i30 Wagon?
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 substantially cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 64,586 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i30 Wagon uses 5.9 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Coupé with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers significantly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 475 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i30 Wagon is markedly lighter – 1,340 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 465 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers clearly more boot space – 602 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 162 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Coupé carries a bit more – 545 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.
The BMW 8 Series Coupé 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 8 Series Coupé blends elegant, low-slung coupé looks with a purposeful, athletic stance that hints at both comfort and serious driving fun. Inside it feels indulgent and driver-focused, the sort of car that turns motorway miles into a breeze while quietly daring you to chase a twisty back road — and yes, it photographs magnificently.
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
90,000 - 158,900 £
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Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 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
176 - 263 g/km
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co2
134 - 142 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
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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 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
2 - 4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
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Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
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Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
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Trunk capacity
602 L
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Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
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Width
1,795 mm
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Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
370 - 545 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
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
333 - 625 HP
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Power HP
115 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
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Power kW
85 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
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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