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Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Kia K4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (24800 £ vs 25700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or Kia K4?

Hyundai i30 Wagon

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Kia K4

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

i30 Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai i30 Wagon has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24800 £ , while the Kia K4 costs 25700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 857 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai i30 Wagon manages with 5.70 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Kia K4 with 5.80 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

i30 Wagon

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 Kia K4 has a evident edge – offering 180 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia K4 is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 8.40 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.80 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia K4 pulls minimal stronger with 265 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 12 Nm difference.

i30 Wagon

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 i30 Wagon is minimal lighter – 1316 kg compared to 1415 kg. The difference is around 99 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers clearly perceptible more room – 602 L compared to 438 L. That’s a difference of about 164 L.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai i30 Wagon slightly takes the win – 524 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Kia K4 proves to be barely ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia K4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Kia K4

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.8 - 6.9 L
Hyundai i30 Wagon
Kia K4

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Hyundai i30 Wagon

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The Hyundai i30 Wagon is a practical family hauler that pairs roomy, sensible packaging with clean, modern lines and a surprisingly composed chassis. Comfortable, well-equipped and priced to make rivals sweat, it quietly ticks the boxes for daily life and weekend escapes while still managing a little grin on twisty roads.

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Kia K4

Kia K4 shakes up the compact-sedan crowd with concept-car looks, a smartly packaged cabin, and the kind of easygoing refinement that makes rush hour feel less like a chore. It blends value, tech, and a dash of attitude, serving up a smooth, confident drive that might have you taking the long way home just to show off those angles.

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Hyundai i30 Wagon
Kia K4

Costs and Consumption

Price
24800 - 30100 £
Price
25700 - 32800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
130 - 136 g/km
co2
132 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1316 - 1461 kg
Curb weight
1415 - 1500 kg
Trunk capacity
602 L
Trunk capacity
328 - 438 L
Length
4585 mm
Length
-
Width
1795 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1475 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1650 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
439 - 524 kg
Payload
435 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.8 - 13.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i30 Wagon have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.