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Hyundai i20 vs Toyota Urban Cruiser comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (18,600 £ vs 33,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or Toyota Urban Cruiser?

Hyundai i20 vs Toyota Urban Cruiser: Key differences

Hyundai i20

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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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Toyota Urban Cruiser

  • substantially more power
  • considerably 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 18,600 £ , while the Toyota Urban Cruiser costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,820 £.

Urban Cruiser

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Urban Cruiser offers substantially more power – delivering 184 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 94 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Urban Cruiser is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Urban Cruiser delivers clearly more torque with 307 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 135 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 significantly lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 1,839 kg. The difference is around 694 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i20 offers slightly more boot space – 352 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i20 carries marginally more – 465 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Urban Cruiser 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 £33,400
Urban Cruiser

Toyota Urban Cruiser

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 174 - 184 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.1 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 395 - 426 km
Hyundai i20
Toyota Urban Cruiser

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Hyundai i20

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 Urban Cruiser

The Toyota Urban Cruiser is a compact SUV that offers a blend of style and practicality, making it well-suited for urban living. It captures attention with its bold design, while providing a high driving position that enhances visibility and control on city roads. Inside, the Urban Cruiser offers comfortable seating and a range of features that cater to both driver and passengers, emphasizing convenience and everyday usability.

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Hyundai i20
Toyota Urban Cruiser

Costs and Consumption

Price
18,600 - 24,000 £
Price
33,400 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
395 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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
-
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Curb weight
1,839 - 1,939 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
306 - 310 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 465 kg
Payload
411 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
174 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
172 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
128 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Toyota
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