Compare performance (150 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or Volvo XC40?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Hyundai i30 Wagon is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,491 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i30 Wagon uses 5.9 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.
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 Volvo XC40 offers clearly more power – delivering 197 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC40 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC40 delivers somewhat more torque with 300 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.
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 markedly lighter – 1,340 kg compared to 1,688 kg. The difference is around 348 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC40 carries marginally more – 532 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.
The Hyundai i30 Wagon holds a slight edge 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 Volvo XC40 blends Scandinavian design with practical versatility, offering a compact luxury crossover that feels composed and easy to live with. It’s refined and focused on safety with a high-quality interior, making it a smart choice for daily city driving and weekend escapes.
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Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
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Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
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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
134 - 142 g/km
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co2
148 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
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Curb weight
1,688 kg
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Trunk capacity
602 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,795 mm
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Width
1,863 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
450 - 490 kg
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Payload
532 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 150 HP
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Power HP
163 - 197 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
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Torque
265 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 110 kW
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Power kW
120 - 145 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Volvo
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