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Genesis G70 Shooting Brake vs Hyundai i30 comparison

Compare performance (245 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 24,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis G70 Shooting Brake or Hyundai i30?

Genesis G70 Shooting Brake vs Hyundai i30: Key differences

Genesis G70 Shooting Brake

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Hyundai i30

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  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G70 Shooting Brake

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai i30 is significantly cheaper – starting at 24,600 £ , while the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,025 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i30 uses 5.9 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

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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 Genesis G70 Shooting Brake offers clearly more power – delivering 245 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake delivers significantly more torque with 440 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.

G70 Shooting Brake

Space and Everyday Use:

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 is visibly lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 1,727 kg. The difference is around 412 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake offers somewhat more boot space – 465 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 carries barely more – 485 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis G70 Shooting Brake stands out in the key areas 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 £39,600
G70 Shooting Brake

Genesis G70 Shooting Brake

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 200 - 245 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 - 9.3 L/100km
Genesis G70 Shooting Brake
Hyundai i30

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Dimensions and Body

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Genesis G70 Shooting Brake

The Genesis G70 Shooting Brake turns the sporty saloon into a rakish estate, wrapping sleek fastback lines around a surprisingly practical rear while still feeling eager on a twisty road. Inside it spoils with premium materials and clever packaging, making it an irresistible choice for buyers who want luxury and usable cargo without sacrificing driving fun — a rare combo that actually makes sense.

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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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Genesis G70 Shooting Brake
Hyundai i30

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,600 - 45,500 £
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 9.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
180 - 212 g/km
co2
134 - 142 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,727 - 1,897 kg
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Trunk capacity
465 L
Trunk capacity
395 L
Length
4,685 mm
Length
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Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
1,400 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,535 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
438 - 448 kg
Payload
445 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 245 HP
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
225 - 235 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
353 - 440 Nm
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
147 - 180 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,199 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Genesis
Brand
Hyundai
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