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Citroen C3 vs Hyundai i30 Wagon comparison

Compare performance (113 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (13,700 £ vs 25,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Hyundai i30 Wagon?

Citroen C3 vs Hyundai i30 Wagon: Key differences

Citroen C3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • only slightly lighter

Hyundai i30 Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space

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

C3

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.

Citroen C3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 13,700 £ , while the Hyundai i30 Wagon costs 25,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,709 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C3 uses 5 L/100km and is moderately 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:

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 Hyundai i30 Wagon offers noticeably more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 37 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai i30 Wagon is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai i30 Wagon delivers somewhat more torque with 250 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm more.

C3

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, Citroen C3 is only slightly lighter – 1,226 kg compared to 1,340 kg. The difference is around 114 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers considerably more boot space – 602 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 292 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 Wagon carries a bit more – 490 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C3 shows a few small advantages 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 £13,700
C3

Citroen C3

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 101 - 113 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.7 - 17.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 212 - 325 km
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Citroen C3

The Citroën C3 is a cheeky little city car that turns heads with its bold, quirky styling and a surprisingly comfy, well-thought-out interior. It’s an ideal companion for urban life — easy to park, friendly to drive and built to make everyday trips feel a bit more fun without breaking the bank.

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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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As a practical user of the i30 1.5 wagon and the Skoda Scala, I can generally say the Hyundai is the better car. Why?

- Better cabin insulation
- More space for the driver, with a wider range of steering-wheel adjustment
- Interior is better made and fitted
- More comfortable driving position
- Handles better
- Stronger brakes

Cons:
- Higher fuel consumption
- Overall less modern styling
- Slightly weaker headlights vs. the Skoda

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Hyundai i30 Wagon

Costs and Consumption
Price
13,700 - 24,600 £
Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
212 - 325 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
134 - 142 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,226 - 1,518 kg
Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
602 L
Length
4,015 mm
Length
-
Width
1,755 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
1,567 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,220 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
450 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
132 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Hyundai
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 have?

The Citroen C3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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