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?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 £.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
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Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
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co2
134 - 142 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
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Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
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Trunk capacity
602 L
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Trunk capacity
509 L
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Length
-
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Length
5,139 mm
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Width
1,795 mm
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Width
2,005 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,459 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
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Payload
450 - 490 kg
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Payload
450 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 150 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
85 - 110 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Lotus
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