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Hyundai i10 vs Renault R5 comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 540 HP), boot space and price (14,600 £ vs 23,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i10 or Renault R5?

Hyundai i10 vs Renault R5: Key differences

Hyundai i10

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter

Renault R5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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.

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

i10

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.

Hyundai i10 is significantly cheaper – starting at 14,600 £ , while the Renault R5 costs 23,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,352 £.

R5

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 Renault R5 offers substantially more power – delivering 540 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 450 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault R5 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Hyundai i10 takes 11.4 s. That’s about 7.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Renault R5 is clearly faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Hyundai i10 tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 95 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault R5 delivers clearly more torque with 4,800 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 4,628 Nm more.

i10

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 i10 is clearly lighter – 996 kg compared to 1,447 kg. The difference is around 451 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault R5 offers clearly more boot space – 326 L compared to 252 L. That’s a difference of about 74 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault R5 offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,106 L, about 56 L more than the Hyundai i10.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i10 carries very slightly more – 423 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault R5 is decisively ahead 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 £23,900
R5

Renault R5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 540 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 307 - 405 km
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Hyundai i10

The Hyundai i10 is a cheeky city car that squeezes big-car confidence into a pocket-friendly package, carving through tight streets with surprising composure and sensible practicality. For buyers after low fuss, sensible equipment and wallet-friendly running costs, it's a smart, no-nonsense pick that makes sense whether you're a first-time driver or need a reliable second car.

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Reviews Hyundai i10

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Theo
9 Dec 2025, 19:15:09

Ideal A/B-class car. It has the price of a good A-class but the size and presence of a B-segment car. The annoying thing is that only a bike rack is allowed on the towbar (on my i10 from 2020 — the 2nd generation already after 2015). I’m still waiting for an iX10 version: a bit taller but otherwise the same.

Renault R5

The Renault 5 is a cheeky city car that marries retro charm with modern flair, its playful looks promising smiles before you even start the engine. Practical enough for daily life yet lively enough to make short trips feel like mini adventures, it’s an irresistible choice for buyers who prefer personality to bland practicality.

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Reviews Renault R5

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Walter
4 Nov 2025, 21:42:46

Practical, nimble, and fun to drive. For rather small drivers up to 1.75 m there's plenty of space even on the back seat. Useful driver-assist systems, and Android Auto works well. Very economical in summer. In winter a lot of energy is used in the first five minutes to bring the battery up to 20°C, which makes consumption on short winter trips very high.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
14,600 - 19,000 £
Price
23,900 - 137,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
307 - 405 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
co2
110 - 124 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
36 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
3 - 5
Curb weight
996 - 1,099 kg
Curb weight
1,447 - 1,524 kg
Trunk capacity
252 L
Trunk capacity
326 L
Length
3,670 - 3,675 mm
Length
3,922 - 4,080 mm
Width
1,680 mm
Width
1,744 - 2,030 mm
Height
1,480 - 1,483 mm
Height
1,380 - 1,498 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,050 L
Max trunk capacity
1,106 L
Payload
344 - 423 kg
Payload
396 - 418 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
63 - 90 HP
Power HP
122 - 540 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 18.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Max Speed
143 - 175 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 270 km/h
Torque
93 - 172 Nm
Torque
225 - 4,800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
46 - 66 kW
Power kW
90 - 397 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,197 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,027
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i10 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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