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Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Mercedes C Class Sedan comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or Mercedes C Class Sedan?

Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Mercedes C Class Sedan: Key differences

Hyundai i30 Wagon

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  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • substantially more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • 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 clearly cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Sedan costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,911 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C Class Sedan uses 4.5 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Hyundai i30 Wagon with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

C Class Sedan

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 Mercedes C Class Sedan offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 530 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Sedan delivers clearly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 770 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 noticeably lighter – 1,340 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 355 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers clearly more boot space – 602 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 147 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Sedan carries moderately more – 570 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Sedan 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 £41,300
C Class Sedan

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 11 km
Hyundai i30 Wagon
Mercedes C Class Sedan

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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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Mercedes C Class Sedan

The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.

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Hyundai i30 Wagon
Mercedes C Class Sedan

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
11 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
119 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
602 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 490 kg
Payload
485 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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