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Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Subaru Crosstrek comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or Subaru Crosstrek?

Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Subaru Crosstrek: Key differences

Hyundai i30 Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • barely more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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Subaru Crosstrek

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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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.

Hyundai i30 Wagon is somewhat cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the Subaru Crosstrek costs 29,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,491 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i30 Wagon uses 5.9 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

Crosstrek

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 Hyundai i30 Wagon offers barely more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai i30 Wagon is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai i30 Wagon delivers visibly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 68 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 slightly lighter – 1,340 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 255 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers considerably more boot space – 602 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 287 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Crosstrek carries barely more – 505 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai i30 Wagon 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.

from £25,400
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
Hyundai i30 Wagon
Subaru Crosstrek

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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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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Hyundai i30 Wagon
Subaru Crosstrek

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
Price
29,900 - 35,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
602 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 490 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Subaru
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