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Hyundai i20 vs Vauxhall Corsa – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or Vauxhall Corsa?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai i20 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17400 £, while the Vauxhall Corsa costs 19600 £. That’s a price difference of around 2220 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Corsa manages with 4.60 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Hyundai i20 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.

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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 Vauxhall Corsa has a evident edge – offering 156 HP compared to 100 HP. That’s roughly 56 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Corsa is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.10 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Corsa performs to a small extent better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Hyundai i20 tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 27 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Corsa pulls distinct stronger with 260 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Hyundai i20 is minimal lighter – 1088 kg compared to 1175 kg. The difference is around 87 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai i20 offers a bit more room – 352 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai i20 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1165 L, which is about 84 L more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai i20 barely noticeable takes the win – 472 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Vauxhall Corsa proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Vauxhall Corsa is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £19,600
Corsa @ Opel / Stellantis Media

Vauxhall Corsa

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 100 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 5.3 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.4 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 347 - 424 km
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Hyundai i20

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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.

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Vauxhall Corsa

The Opel Corsa is a tidy little package that blends cheeky styling with sensible practicality, perfect for city streets and weekend escapes alike. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and just lively enough to make daily driving a bit more fun.

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Reviews Hyundai i20

Jason 17 Nov 2025, 01:46:25

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

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Costs and Consumption
Price
17400 - 24000 £
Price
19600 - 30600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
347 - 424 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
co2
119 - 121 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1088 - 1190 kg
Curb weight
1175 - 1544 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Length
4065 - 4075 mm
Length
4061 mm
Width
1775 mm
Width
1765 mm
Height
1450 - 1455 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1165 L
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1081 L
Payload
450 - 472 kg
Payload
376 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
79 - 100 HP
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 13.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
166 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Torque
113 - 200 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
58 - 74 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1197 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Vauxhall

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What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i20 have?

The Hyundai i20 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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