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Honda Civic vs Hyundai i30 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (184 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (32500 £ vs 24000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Hyundai i30?

Honda Civic

Hyundai i30

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

Civic

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.

i30

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.

Civic

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 in the data check?

The Honda Civic is clearly 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.

Honda Civic
Hyundai i30

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Civic

Honda Civic

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

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

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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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Honda Civic
Hyundai i30

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
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
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
What drivetrain options does the Honda Civic have?

The Honda Civic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.