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BMW X4 vs Hyundai i30 comparison

Compare performance (510 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (51,900 £ vs 24,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X4 or Hyundai i30?

BMW X4 vs Hyundai i30: Key differences

BMW X4

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

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  • substantially cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

X4

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai i30 is substantially cheaper – starting at 24,600 £ , while the BMW X4 costs 51,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,300 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i30 uses 5.9 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the BMW X4 with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

i30

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X4 offers considerably more power – delivering 510 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 360 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X4 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 X4 delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 450 Nm more.

X4

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i30 is significantly lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 1,875 kg. The difference is around 560 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X4 offers noticeably more boot space – 525 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X4 carries somewhat 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 X4 is far ahead overall 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 £51,900
X4

BMW X4

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 510 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6 - 10.7 L/100km
BMW X4
Hyundai i30

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BMW X4

The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

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Hyundai i30

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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BMW X4
Hyundai i30

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,900 - 93,000 £
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 10.7 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
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
156 - 244 g/km
co2
134 - 142 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,875 - 2,095 kg
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
395 L
Length
4,751 - 4,754 mm
Length
-
Width
1,918 - 1,938 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,621 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
415 - 545 kg
Payload
445 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 510 HP
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 - 375 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hyundai
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