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Hyundai i20 vs DS Automobiles N°8 comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 375 HP), boot space and price (18,800 £ vs 50,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or DS Automobiles N°8?

Hyundai i20 vs DS Automobiles N°8: Key differences

Hyundai i20

4 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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DS Automobiles N°8

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

i20

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai i20 is considerably cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the DS Automobiles N°8 costs 50,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,157 £.

N°8

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 DS Automobiles N°8 offers clearly more power – delivering 375 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 285 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles N°8 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 6.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles N°8 delivers substantially more torque with 509 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 337 Nm more.

i20

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 i20 is significantly lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 2,132 kg. The difference is around 987 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles N°8 offers significantly more boot space – 621 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 269 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles N°8 carries slightly more – 520 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles N°8 is far 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.

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N°8

DS Automobiles N°8

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 258 - 375 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.7 - 17.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 550 - 749 km
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Reviews Hyundai i20

4 (1 Reviews)
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Jason
17 Nov 2025, 01:46:25

Bought an i20 two years ago and It has surprised me how good It is.

DS Automobiles N°8

The N°8 captivates automotive enthusiasts with its striking design and dynamic presence on the road. This model effortlessly combines luxury and performance, making it a standout choice for those seeking a thrilling driving experience. With an interior that prioritizes comfort and cutting-edge technology, the N°8 truly redefines what it means to drive in style.

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Sophal
8 Dec 2025, 05:26:40

Top quality, premium materials, top range. Apart from the horsepower figure, better than the Audi A6 in every respect.

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DS Automobiles N°8

Costs and Consumption
Price
18,800 - 24,400 £
Price
50,000 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
550 - 749 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
128 - 129 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Curb weight
2,132 - 2,289 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
581 - 621 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 465 kg
Payload
508 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
258 - 375 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
172 Nm
Torque
343 - 509 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
190 - 276 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i20 have?

The Hyundai i20 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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