Compare performance (140 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (24800 £ vs 28600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or Toyota Corolla?
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 Toyota Corolla costs 28600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3729 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla manages with 4.40 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Hyundai i30 Wagon with 5.70 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.
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 Toyota Corolla has a evident edge – offering 178 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.80 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Hyundai i30 Wagon performs barely noticeable better – reaching 197 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.
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 slight lighter – 1316 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 104 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers clearly more room – 602 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 241 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai i30 Wagon performs distinct better – up to 1650 L, which is about 598 L more than the Toyota Corolla.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai i30 Wagon slightly takes the win – 524 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 74 kg.
The Toyota Corolla holds a narrow overall lead 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.
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.
detailsThe Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
24800 - 30100 £
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Price
28600 - 34900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
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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
130 - 136 g/km
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co2
100 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1316 - 1461 kg
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Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
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Trunk capacity
602 L
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Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
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Length
4585 mm
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Length
4370 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Width
1790 mm
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Height
1475 mm
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Height
1435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1650 L
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Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
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Payload
439 - 524 kg
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Payload
400 - 450 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.8 - 13.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
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Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Toyota
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.