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Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Mercedes EQS SUV comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 658 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 95,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or Mercedes EQS SUV?

Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Mercedes EQS SUV: Key differences

Hyundai i30 Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Mercedes EQS SUV

  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hyundai i30 Wagon is considerably cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 69,558 £.

EQS SUV

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers substantially more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 508 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS SUV is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers substantially more torque with 950 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 700 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 significantly lighter – 1,340 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 1,355 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers very slightly more boot space – 645 L compared to 602 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries slightly 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 EQS SUV is far ahead 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 £95,000
EQS SUV

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 360 - 658 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 615 - 695 km
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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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Mercedes EQS SUV

The Mercedes EQS SUV blends limousine-level quiet and luxury with the commanding presence of an SUV, wrapping passengers in sumptuous materials and a futuristic, screen-dominated cabin. It drives with serene confidence and delivers the kind of effortless refinement that makes city commutes and long trips feel like first-class experiences — just be prepared for attention wherever you park it.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Trunk capacity
602 L
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Length
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Length
5,125 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Height
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Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Payload
450 - 490 kg
Payload
425 - 570 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Hyundai i30 Wagon?

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

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