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Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Lotus Emeya comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or Lotus Emeya?

Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences

Hyundai i30 Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Lotus Emeya

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai i30 Wagon is considerably cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 67,148 £.

Emeya

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 Lotus Emeya offers clearly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 768 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 6.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers clearly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 735 Nm more.

i30 Wagon

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 i30 Wagon is considerably lighter – 1,340 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 1,215 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers somewhat more boot space – 602 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 93 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries a bit more – 545 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Emeya is clearly superior 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 £92,600
Emeya

Lotus Emeya

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 485 - 580 km
Hyundai i30 Wagon
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Lotus Emeya

The Lotus Emeya arrives as a sleek electric grand tourer that manages to marry Lotus' trademark razor-sharp handling with enough practicality for daily life, so you can enjoy a corner with a grin and still fit the shopping. Inside it feels surprisingly grown-up — plush materials, smart tech and a driver-focused cockpit make it a tempting choice for buyers who want electric performance without losing the joy of driving.

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Hyundai i30 Wagon
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
602 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
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Length
5,139 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
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Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Payload
450 - 490 kg
Payload
450 - 545 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Lotus
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