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Hyundai i20 vs VW Golf Variant – Which model is better for everyday use?
i20
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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 17400 £, while the VW Golf Variant costs 26100 £. That’s a price difference of around 8738 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf Variant manages with 4.30 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Hyundai i20 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.
Golf Variant
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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 VW Golf Variant has a convincingly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 100 HP. That’s roughly 233 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.10 s. That’s about 6.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Golf Variant performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hyundai i20 tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 67 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf Variant pulls convincingly stronger with 420 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm difference.
i20
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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 evident lighter – 1088 kg compared to 1366 kg. The difference is around 278 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers significantly more room – 611 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 259 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf Variant performs evident better – up to 1642 L, which is about 477 L more than the Hyundai i20.
When it comes to payload, VW Golf Variant to a small extent takes the win – 547 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.
Who wins the race?
The VW Golf Variant proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Golf Variant is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
Hyundai i20
VW Golf Variant
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VW Golf Variant
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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VW Golf Variant
The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.
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Hyundai i20
VW Golf Variant
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
17400 - 24000 £
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Price
26100 - 48700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 8.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
119 - 121 g/km
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co2
114 - 185 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1366 - 1621 kg
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Trunk capacity
352 L
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Trunk capacity
611 L
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Length
4065 - 4075 mm
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Length
4631 - 4651 mm
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Width
1775 mm
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Width
1789 mm
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Height
1450 - 1455 mm
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Height
1462 - 1487 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1165 L
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Max trunk capacity
1624 - 1642 L
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Payload
450 - 472 kg
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Payload
489 - 547 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
79 - 100 HP
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Power HP
116 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 13.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 10.5 s
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Max Speed
166 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
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Torque
113 - 200 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
58 - 74 kW
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Power kW
85 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1197 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G, F, C
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
VW
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What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i20 have?
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.