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Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or Toyota Corolla?

Hyundai i30 Wagon vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Hyundai i30 Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • barely lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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Toyota Corolla

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • clearly 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai i30 Wagon is somewhat cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the Toyota Corolla costs 28,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,163 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Hyundai i30 Wagon with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

Corolla

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 Toyota Corolla offers moderately more power – delivering 178 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

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 barely lighter – 1,340 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 80 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers considerably more boot space – 602 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 241 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 Wagon carries barely more – 490 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Corolla holds a decisive 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.

from £28,600
Corolla

Toyota Corolla

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 178 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 L/100km
Hyundai i30 Wagon
Toyota Corolla

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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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Toyota Corolla

The 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.

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Hyundai i30 Wagon
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
602 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
-
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
-
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
450 - 490 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Toyota
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