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?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
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Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
11 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
134 - 142 g/km
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co2
119 - 205 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
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
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Trunk capacity
602 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,795 mm
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Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
450 - 490 kg
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Payload
485 - 570 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 150 HP
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Power HP
183 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
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Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 110 kW
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Power kW
135 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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