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Hyundai i30 Wagon vs VW ID.5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (24800 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or VW ID.5?

Hyundai i30 Wagon

4 (1 Reviews)
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VW ID.5

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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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 VW ID.5 costs 36800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11983 £.

ID.5

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 VW ID.5 has a decisively edge – offering 340 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 200 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.80 s. That’s about 4.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai i30 Wagon performs barely noticeable better – reaching 197 km/h, while the VW ID.5 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.5 pulls clearly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 426 Nm difference.

i30 Wagon

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Hyundai i30 Wagon is significantly lighter – 1316 kg compared to 1963 kg. The difference is around 647 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai i30 Wagon offers barely noticeable more room – 602 L compared to 549 L. That’s a difference of about 53 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai i30 Wagon performs barely noticeable better – up to 1650 L, which is about 89 L more than the VW ID.5.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.5 hardly perceptible takes the win – 549 kg compared to 524 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW ID.5 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £36,800
ID.5

VW ID.5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.7 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 363 - 559 km
Hyundai i30 Wagon
VW ID.5

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Hyundai i30 Wagon

4 (1 Reviews)
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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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VW ID.5

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.

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Hyundai i30 Wagon
VW ID.5

Costs and Consumption

Price
24800 - 30100 £
Price
36800 - 48400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
130 - 136 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1316 - 1461 kg
Curb weight
1963 - 2233 kg
Trunk capacity
602 L
Trunk capacity
549 L
Length
4585 mm
Length
4582 - 4599 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1475 mm
Height
1601 - 1618 mm
Max trunk capacity
1650 L
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Payload
439 - 524 kg
Payload
517 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.8 - 13.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
VW
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.