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Hyundai i20 vs Vauxhall Vivaro comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (18,800 £ vs 33,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or Vauxhall Vivaro?

Hyundai i20 vs Vauxhall Vivaro: Key differences

Hyundai i20

4.2 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Vauxhall Vivaro

  • significantly more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 significantly cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the Vauxhall Vivaro costs 33,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,387 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i20 uses 5.7 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Vauxhall Vivaro with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

Vivaro

Engine and Performance:

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 Vivaro offers significantly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 90 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Vivaro is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 10.6 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Vivaro delivers significantly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 228 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.

Seats: Vauxhall Vivaro offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i20 is substantially lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 1,722 kg. The difference is around 577 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Vivaro carries substantially more – 1,226 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 761 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Vivaro 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.

from £33,200
Vivaro

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 120 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 222 - 350 km
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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.

Vauxhall Vivaro

The Opel Vivaro is a workhorse with a surprisingly civilised demeanour, blending rugged practicality with enough style and comfort to keep drivers happy on any job. With clever packaging and sensible features that simplify loading, commuting and family duties, it’s the no-nonsense van for buyers who want functionality without the fuss — honest, dependable and just smart enough to make the day easier.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
18,800 - 24,400 £
Price
33,200 - 45,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
222 - 350 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
128 - 129 g/km
co2
0 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 9
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,241 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 465 kg
Payload
872 - 1,226 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
172 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Vauxhall
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i20 have?

The Hyundai i20 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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