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Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Skoda Karoq comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or Skoda Karoq?

Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Skoda Karoq: Key differences

Hyundai i30 Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Skoda Karoq

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • visibly 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:

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

Hyundai i30 Wagon is somewhat cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the Skoda Karoq costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,668 £.

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

Karoq

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 offers markedly more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Karoq delivers visibly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

i30 Wagon

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i30 Wagon is only slightly lighter – 1,340 kg compared to 1,380 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

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

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Karoq carries a bit more – 549 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Karoq 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.

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Karoq

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/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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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
25,400 - 32,300 £
Price
29,100 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,655 kg
Trunk capacity
602 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
450 - 490 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
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
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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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