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Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Kia Sportage comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or Kia Sportage?

Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Kia Sportage: Key differences

Hyundai i30 Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Kia Sportage

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai i30 Wagon is slightly cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the Kia Sportage costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,720 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sportage uses 2.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hyundai i30 Wagon with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

Sportage

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 Kia Sportage offers clearly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 138 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sportage is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sportage delivers markedly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 130 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 a bit lighter – 1,340 kg compared to 1,552 kg. The difference is around 212 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers very slightly more boot space – 602 L compared to 587 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries a bit more – 580 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sportage 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 £29,100
Sportage

Kia Sportage

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 63 - 66 km
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Hyundai i30 Wagon

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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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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Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage is a roomy, well-equipped compact SUV that balances comfort and practicality for daily driving. It delivers a modern interior, composed ride, and strong value for buyers who want versatility without fuss.

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5 (3 Reviews)
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EM
24 Apr 2026, 11:56:00

Low fuel consumption, spacious, responsive acceleration, quiet

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Peter
3 Jan 2026, 23:20:52

I drove the Toyota RAV4 and the Kia Sportage on business — the Kia’s engine and automatic gearbox are much better. It doesn’t jerk or scream, and the shifts are smooth. Comfort in both cars is very similar.

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Lello
14 Nov 2025, 09:58:29

Perfect car in every way, good trim, excellent fuel economy and reliability, price competitive with brands that have been established for longer...

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
67 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Trunk capacity
602 L
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
450 - 490 kg
Payload
533 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
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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