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Hyundai i20 vs Toyota Corolla - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (90 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (18600 £ vs 28600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or Toyota Corolla?

Hyundai i20

4 (1 Reviews)
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Toyota Corolla

5 (1 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18600 £, while the Toyota Corolla costs 28600 £. That’s a price difference of around 9977 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla manages with 4.40 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Hyundai i20 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.

Corolla

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 Toyota Corolla has a significantly edge – offering 178 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.50 s. That’s about 4 s faster.

i20

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Hyundai i20 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1145 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Corolla offers minimal more room – 361 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 9 L.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai i20 hardly perceptible takes the win – 465 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Toyota Corolla shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.

from about £28,600
Corolla

Toyota Corolla

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 178 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.40 L
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Hyundai i20
Toyota Corolla

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Hyundai i20

4 (1 Reviews)
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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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Toyota Corolla

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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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.

Reviews Toyota Corolla

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Costs and Consumption
Price
18600 - 24000 £
Price
28600 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.70 L
Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
128 - 129 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1145 - 1170 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
-
Length
4370 mm
Width
1775 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
-
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
Payload
455 - 465 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
172 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Toyota

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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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