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BMW i5 vs Hyundai i30 comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (60,800 £ vs 24,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 or Hyundai i30?

BMW i5 vs Hyundai i30: Key differences

BMW i5

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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Hyundai i30

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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 is substantially cheaper – starting at 24,600 £ , while the BMW i5 costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,214 £.

i30

Engine and Performance:

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 i5 offers considerably more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 451 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i5 delivers clearly more torque with 820 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 570 Nm more.

i5

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 is substantially lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 2,195 kg. The difference is around 880 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i5 offers a bit more boot space – 490 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i5 carries slightly more – 545 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i5 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.

from £60,800
i5

BMW i5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 540 - 627 km
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The Hyundai i30 proves that sensible can also be stylish, offering a confident driving character wrapped in neat, modern design. It serves up a roomy, well-equipped cabin and composed ride that make everyday motoring feel like a clever purchase rather than a compromise.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
60,800 - 85,900 £
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
540 - 627 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
134 - 142 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,195 - 2,370 kg
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
395 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 545 kg
Payload
445 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hyundai
Is the BMW i5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i5 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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