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 i20 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17400 £, while the Vauxhall Astra costs 25200 £. That’s a price difference of around 7791 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra manages with 2.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Hyundai i20 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 3 L per 100 km.
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 Vauxhall Astra has a decisively edge – offering 225 HP compared to 100 HP. That’s roughly 125 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.10 s. That’s about 3.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Astra performs evident better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Hyundai i20 tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 52 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Astra pulls clearly stronger with 360 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Hyundai i20 is evident lighter – 1088 kg compared to 1341 kg. The difference is around 253 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers slightly more room – 422 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Astra performs to a small extent better – up to 1339 L, which is about 174 L more than the Hyundai i20.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra barely noticeable takes the win – 509 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.
Overall, the Vauxhall Astra shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.
detailsThe Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
17400 - 24000 £
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Price
25200 - 40500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
82 - 419 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
51 kWh
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co2
119 - 121 g/km
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co2
0 - 135 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1088 - 1190 kg
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Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
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Trunk capacity
352 L
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Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
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Length
4065 - 4075 mm
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Length
4374 mm
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Width
1775 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Height
1450 - 1455 mm
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Height
1432 - 1488 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1165 L
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Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
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Payload
450 - 472 kg
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Payload
414 - 509 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
79 - 100 HP
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Power HP
130 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 13.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
166 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
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Torque
113 - 200 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
58 - 74 kW
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Power kW
96 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1197 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Vauxhall
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The Hyundai i20 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.