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Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Skoda Fabia comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or Skoda Fabia?

Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Skoda Fabia: Key differences

Hyundai i30 Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more trunk space
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Skoda Fabia

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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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.

Skoda Fabia is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Hyundai i30 Wagon costs 25,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,109 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Fabia uses 4.9 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Hyundai i30 Wagon with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

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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 Skoda Fabia offers slightly more power – delivering 177 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 250 Nm.

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, Skoda Fabia is somewhat lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,340 kg. The difference is around 197 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers clearly more boot space – 602 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 222 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 Wagon carries slightly more – 490 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Fabia 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.

from £17,300
Fabia

Skoda Fabia

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 80 - 177 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 5.6 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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Skoda Fabia

The Skoda Fabia is a clever, no-nonsense small car that turns everyday chores into a breeze thanks to smart packaging and a surprisingly roomy cabin. It won’t set your pulses racing, but it’s a consistently sensible choice — reliable, easy to live with and blessed with a few neat tricks that make city life less faff.

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Reviews Skoda Fabia

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
Price
17,300 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,278 kg
Trunk capacity
602 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 490 kg
Payload
402 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the Hyundai i30 Wagon?

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

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