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Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Skoda Karoq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (24800 £ vs 29100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or Skoda Karoq?

Hyundai i30 Wagon

Skoda Karoq

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai i30 Wagon has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24800 £, while the Skoda Karoq costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 4234 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Karoq manages with 4.90 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Hyundai i30 Wagon with 5.70 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

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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 Skoda Karoq has a evident edge – offering 190 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.80 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Karoq performs slightly better – reaching 221 km/h, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Karoq pulls noticeable stronger with 360 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 107 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, Hyundai i30 Wagon is slight lighter – 1316 kg compared to 1380 kg. The difference is around 64 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers somewhat more room – 602 L compared to 521 L. That’s a difference of about 81 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai i30 Wagon performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1650 L, which is about 20 L more than the Skoda Karoq.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Karoq hardly perceptible takes the win – 549 kg compared to 524 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Skoda Karoq proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Karoq is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Skoda Karoq

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 7.6 L
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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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Skoda Karoq

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The Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24800 - 30100 £
Price
29100 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
130 - 136 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1316 - 1461 kg
Curb weight
1380 - 1655 kg
Trunk capacity
602 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
4585 mm
Length
4384 - 4390 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1841 mm
Height
1475 mm
Height
1624 - 1629 mm
Max trunk capacity
1650 L
Max trunk capacity
1630 L
Payload
439 - 524 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.8 - 13.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Hyundai
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What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i30 Wagon have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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