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Hyundai i20 vs MG Marvel R comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (18,800 £ vs 40,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or MG Marvel R?

Hyundai i20 vs MG Marvel R: Key differences

Hyundai i20

4 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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MG Marvel R

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely 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 substantially cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the MG Marvel R costs 40,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,463 £.

Marvel R

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 MG Marvel R offers significantly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 198 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG Marvel R is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 6.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG Marvel R delivers considerably more torque with 665 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 493 Nm more.

i20

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 i20 is considerably lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 665 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MG Marvel R offers barely more boot space – 357 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the MG Marvel R carries very slightly more – 478 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG Marvel R 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.

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Marvel R

MG Marvel R

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 180 - 288 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.4 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 370 - 402 km
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Reviews Hyundai i20

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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.

MG Marvel R

The MG Marvel R combines striking, futuristic styling with a surprisingly spacious, gadget-packed cabin, giving shoppers a sharply styled electric alternative that punches above its price. It may not carry luxury-badge prestige, but it delivers honest daily usability and enough charisma to tempt buyers who want electric flair without the premium tax.

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Reviews MG Marvel R

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Robin Prins
21 Feb 2026, 06:26:34

Nice-handling SUV. Steers much more sharply than my previous SUV, a Lynk & Co 01. Has almost the same options as the Lynk. I wanted fully electric, though. The Marvel has a realistic range. So far it has never shown the WLTP figure of 402. But whatever it shows, it achieves. And I've experienced that very differently before (Lynk & Co 01 and Mazda MX-30). In short, a very good, comfortable EV. Downsides: abrupt steering corrections and annoying warning beeps. These can be switched off, but you have to do it every time. It's also a shame that the otherwise great navigation has no Dutch voice.

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MG Marvel R

Costs and Consumption
Price
18,800 - 24,400 £
Price
40,300 - 43,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
370 - 402 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
66.1 kWh
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
5
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 1,920 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
357 L
Length
-
Length
4,674 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,919 mm
Height
-
Height
1,613 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,396 L
Payload
455 - 465 kg
Payload
453 - 478 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
180 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
172 Nm
Torque
410 - 665 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
132 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
MG
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i20 have?

The Hyundai i20 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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