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Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or Polestar 2?

Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Hyundai i30 Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Polestar 2

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably 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:

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,748 £.

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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 Polestar 2 offers substantially more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 326 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers substantially more torque with 740 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 490 Nm more.

i30 Wagon

Space and Everyday Use:

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 2,069 kg. The difference is around 729 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers visibly more boot space – 602 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 197 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 Wagon carries moderately more – 490 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 is decisively ahead 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.

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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 299 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 568 - 659 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
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
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
568 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
78 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
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
2,069 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
602 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
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Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
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Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
450 - 490 kg
Payload
412 - 421 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
299 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
220 - 350 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
Polestar
What drive types are available for the Hyundai i30 Wagon?

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

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