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Hyundai i30 Wagon vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 Wagon or VW Tiguan?

Hyundai i30 Wagon vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Hyundai i30 Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • slightly lighter
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VW Tiguan

4.1 (9 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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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 markedly cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,164 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Hyundai i30 Wagon with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.5 L/100km.

Tiguan

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Tiguan offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Hyundai i30 Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers markedly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Hyundai i30 Wagon is slightly lighter – 1,340 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 259 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers barely more boot space – 652 L compared to 602 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries only slightly more – 544 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan is decisively ahead 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 £33,600
Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 km
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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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Reviews Hyundai i30 Wagon

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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Adrian
17 Jan 2026, 21:20:42

As a practical user of the i30 1.5 wagon and the Skoda Scala, I can generally say the Hyundai is the better car. Why?

- Better cabin insulation
- More space for the driver, with a wider range of steering-wheel adjustment
- Interior is better made and fitted
- More comfortable driving position
- Handles better
- Stronger brakes

Cons:
- Higher fuel consumption
- Overall less modern styling
- Slightly weaker headlights vs. the Skoda

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The VW Tiguan is a well-rounded compact SUV that delivers a comfortable cabin, composed ride and practical space suited to everyday family life. Its straightforward tech and clever storage make it easy to live with, leaning toward sensible refinement rather than flash.

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4.1 (9 Reviews)
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Peter
21 Feb 2026, 14:53:54

My Tiguan 2.0 TSI is flawless after eight years and still looks great. I really can't complain.

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Thomas
21 Nov 2025, 21:33:38

What counts is longevity... and on that front VW doesn't convince.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25,400 - 32,300 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,340 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
602 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 490 kg
Payload
460 - 544 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Hyundai i30 Wagon?

The Hyundai i30 Wagon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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