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Hyundai i30 vs Cadillac Lyriq comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (24,600 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Cadillac Lyriq?

Hyundai i30 vs Cadillac Lyriq: Key differences

Hyundai i30

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Cadillac Lyriq

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

i30

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai i30 is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,600 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 46,585 £.

Lyriq

Engine and Performance:

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 Cadillac Lyriq offers considerably more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 496 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac Lyriq delivers considerably more torque with 880 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 630 Nm more.

i30

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 is considerably lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 2,774 kg. The difference is around 1,459 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers clearly more boot space – 588 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 193 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 carries a bit more – 485 kg compared to 426 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Cadillac Lyriq stands well ahead of its rival 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 £71,100
Lyriq

Cadillac Lyriq

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 528 - 646 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 471 - 530 km
Hyundai i30
Cadillac Lyriq

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Hyundai i30

The Hyundai i30 proves that sensible can also be stylish, offering a confident driving character wrapped in neat, modern design. It serves up a roomy, well-equipped cabin and composed ride that make everyday motoring feel like a clever purchase rather than a compromise.

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Cadillac Lyriq

The Cadillac Lyriq arrives with bold, angular styling and a striking light signature that gives it real presence on the road without trying too hard. Inside, the Lyriq serves up a calm, tech-heavy cabin with premium touches and a relaxed driving experience that makes switching to electric feel less like a sacrifice and more like a quiet flex.

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Hyundai i30
Cadillac Lyriq

Costs and Consumption

Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
471 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
2,774 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,977 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 485 kg
Payload
426 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
528 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
388 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Cadillac
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