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Hyundai i10 vs Subaru Outback comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 169 HP), boot space and price (14,600 £ vs 40,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i10 or Subaru Outback?

Hyundai i10 vs Subaru Outback: Key differences

Hyundai i10

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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Subaru Outback

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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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

i10

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 i10 is significantly cheaper – starting at 14,600 £ , while the Subaru Outback costs 40,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,458 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i10 uses 4.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.7 L/100km.

Outback

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 Subaru Outback offers substantially more power – delivering 169 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 79 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Outback is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 10.2 s, while the Hyundai i10 takes 11.4 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Subaru Outback delivers clearly more torque with 252 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

i10

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, Hyundai i10 is significantly lighter – 996 kg compared to 1,643 kg. The difference is around 647 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Outback offers clearly more boot space – 561 L compared to 252 L. That’s a difference of about 309 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Outback carries markedly more – 557 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 134 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai i10 is clearly superior 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.

from £14,600
i10

Hyundai i10

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 63 - 90 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Hyundai i10
Subaru Outback

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.

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Hyundai i10
Subaru Outback

Costs and Consumption

Price
14,600 - 19,000 £
Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
110 - 124 g/km
co2
193 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
36 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
996 - 1,099 kg
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Trunk capacity
252 L
Trunk capacity
561 L
Length
3,670 - 3,675 mm
Length
-
Width
1,680 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
1,480 - 1,483 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,050 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
344 - 423 kg
Payload
524 - 557 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
63 - 90 HP
Power HP
169 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 18.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Max Speed
143 - 175 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
93 - 172 Nm
Torque
252 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
46 - 66 kW
Power kW
124 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,197 cm3
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Subaru
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