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Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or Subaru BRZ?

Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Hyundai i30 Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably more trunk space
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Subaru BRZ

  • markedly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly 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:

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,577 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i30 Wagon uses 5.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Subaru BRZ offers markedly more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 85 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 250 Nm.

i30 Wagon

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Hyundai i30 Wagon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is very slightly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,340 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers considerably more boot space – 602 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 365 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 Wagon carries a bit more – 490 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 86 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai i30 Wagon is clearly superior 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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i30 Wagon

Hyundai i30 Wagon

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.9 - 6.3 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 Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption
Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
602 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
-
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 490 kg
Payload
395 - 404 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, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Subaru
What drive types are available for the Hyundai i30 Wagon?

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

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