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Honda Civic vs Hyundai i30 – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Hyundai i30?

Honda Civic

Hyundai i30

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai i30 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24000 £, while the Honda Civic costs 32500 £. That’s a price difference of around 8494 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda Civic manages with 4.70 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Honda Civic has a distinct edge – offering 184 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda Civic is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 9.60 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai i30 performs slight better – reaching 197 km/h, while the Honda Civic tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Honda Civic pulls somewhat stronger with 315 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 62 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Hyundai i30 is a bit lighter – 1291 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 226 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Honda Civic offers minimal more room – 410 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai i30 performs slight better – up to 1301 L, which is about 81 L more than the Honda Civic.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai i30 evident takes the win – 509 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 112 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Honda Civic proves to be wins solidly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Honda Civic is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Honda Civic
Hyundai i30

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Honda Civic

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 5 L
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Honda Civic

The Honda Civic mixes practical daily usability with a surprisingly engaging driving character, wrapping clever interior design and dependable engineering in a tidy, modern package. It’s a smart buy for drivers who want sensible reliability, a bit of fun behind the wheel, and a shape that never looks like it’s trying too hard.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
24000 - 29300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
130 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
1291 - 1407 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
395 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4340 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1455 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1301 L
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
463 - 509 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 13.1 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Honda
Brand
Hyundai

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What drivetrain options does the Honda Civic have?

The Honda Civic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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