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Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Kia Seltos comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 29,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or Kia Seltos?

Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Kia Seltos: Key differences

Hyundai i30 Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • slightly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Kia Seltos

  • slightly 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

i30 Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai i30 Wagon is moderately cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the Kia Seltos costs 29,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,891 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i30 Wagon uses 5.9 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Kia Seltos with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

i30 Wagon

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 Kia Seltos offers slightly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Seltos is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Seltos delivers marginally more torque with 265 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.

i30 Wagon

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 terms of curb weight, Hyundai i30 Wagon is slightly lighter – 1,340 kg compared to 1,515 kg. The difference is around 175 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers somewhat more boot space – 602 L compared to 536 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Seltos carries very slightly more – 495 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai i30 Wagon comes out modestly ahead 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.

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i30 Wagon

Hyundai i30 Wagon

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
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Reviews Hyundai i30 Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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Adrian
17 Jan 2026, 21:20:42

As a practical user of the i30 1.5 wagon and the Skoda Scala, I can generally say the Hyundai is the better car. Why?

- Better cabin insulation
- More space for the driver, with a wider range of steering-wheel adjustment
- Interior is better made and fitted
- More comfortable driving position
- Handles better
- Stronger brakes

Cons:
- Higher fuel consumption
- Overall less modern styling
- Slightly weaker headlights vs. the Skoda

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The Kia Seltos is a stylish and practical compact SUV that balances urban-friendly dimensions with a confident road presence. Inside it feels thoughtfully laid out with comfortable seating and a composed ride that suits daily driving and light adventure.

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Kia Seltos

Costs and Consumption
Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
Price
29,300 - 38,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
156 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
1,515 - 1,620 kg
Trunk capacity
602 L
Trunk capacity
536 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
450 - 490 kg
Payload
485 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
132 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Hyundai i30 Wagon?

The Hyundai i30 Wagon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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