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Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Subaru Outback - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 169 HP), boot space and price (24800 £ vs 37200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or Subaru Outback?

Hyundai i30 Wagon

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Subaru Outback

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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24800 £ , while the Subaru Outback costs 37200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12386 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai i30 Wagon manages with 5.70 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.60 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.

Outback

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 Outback has a to a small extent edge – offering 169 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 29 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai i30 Wagon is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 9.80 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.20 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai i30 Wagon performs minimal better – reaching 197 km/h, while the Subaru Outback tops out at 193 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai i30 Wagon pulls barely noticeable stronger with 253 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 1 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Hyundai i30 Wagon is distinct lighter – 1316 kg compared to 1643 kg. The difference is around 327 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers slight more room – 602 L compared to 561 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Outback performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1822 L, which is about 172 L more than the Hyundai i30 Wagon.

When it comes to payload, Subaru Outback minimal takes the win – 557 kg compared to 524 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Hyundai i30 Wagon proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Hyundai i30 Wagon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £24,800
i30 Wagon

Hyundai i30 Wagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 100 - 140 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.7 - 6 L
Hyundai i30 Wagon
Subaru Outback

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Hyundai i30 Wagon

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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 Outback

The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.

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Hyundai i30 Wagon
Subaru Outback

Costs and Consumption

Price
24800 - 30100 £
Price
37200 - 41600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
8.60 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
130 - 136 g/km
co2
193 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
63 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1316 - 1461 kg
Curb weight
1643 - 1676 kg
Trunk capacity
602 L
Trunk capacity
561 L
Length
4585 mm
Length
4870 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1875 mm
Height
1475 mm
Height
1670 - 1675 mm
Max trunk capacity
1650 L
Max trunk capacity
1822 L
Payload
439 - 524 kg
Payload
524 - 557 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
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
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
169 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.8 - 13.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.20 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
193 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
252 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
124 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
2498 cm3

General

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.