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Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or Lotus Emira?

Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

Hyundai i30 Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • slightly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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Lotus Emira

  • substantially more power
  • clearly 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 significantly cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 58,157 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i30 Wagon uses 5.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

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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 Emira offers substantially more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 256 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emira delivers significantly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 230 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.

Seats: Hyundai i30 Wagon offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i30 Wagon is slightly lighter – 1,340 kg compared to 1,521 kg. The difference is around 181 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers substantially more boot space – 602 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 451 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 Wagon carries significantly more – 490 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 260 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai i30 Wagon stands well ahead of its rival 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 £25,400
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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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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Lotus Emira

The Lotus Emira is a supremely alive sports coupe that blends razor‑sharp handling with enough everyday comfort to make it usable beyond the track. It looks gorgeous, sounds eager and delivers a focused, smile-inducing drive that will seduce enthusiasts and tempt sensible buyers alike.

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Lotus Emira

Costs and Consumption
Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
602 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,895 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
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Lotus
What drive types are available for the Hyundai i30 Wagon?

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

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