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Hyundai i30 vs Fiat Grande Panda comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 113 HP), boot space and price (24,600 £ vs 16,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Fiat Grande Panda?

Hyundai i30 vs Fiat Grande Panda: Key differences

Hyundai i30

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  • markedly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Fiat Grande Panda

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  • substantially cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Fiat Grande Panda is substantially cheaper – starting at 16,300 £ , while the Hyundai i30 costs 24,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,280 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Grande Panda uses 5.1 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

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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 Hyundai i30 offers markedly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 37 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai i30 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the Fiat Grande Panda takes 11.2 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai i30 delivers a bit more torque with 250 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm more.

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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, Fiat Grande Panda is only slightly lighter – 1,295 kg compared to 1,315 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Fiat Grande Panda offers marginally more boot space – 412 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 carries only slightly more – 485 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 32 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat Grande Panda shows a few small advantages 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 £16,300
Grande Panda

Fiat Grande Panda

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 100 - 113 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 320 km
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Hyundai i30

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Fiat Grande Panda

The Grande Panda is a delightful blend of practicality and charm, making it a popular choice for urban dwellers and families alike. With its compact design, the car navigates city streets effortlessly while providing ample interior space for passengers and cargo. Its quirky styling and user-friendly features make the Grande Panda not just a mode of transport, but a fun driving experience.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Price
16,300 - 25,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
320 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
0 - 131 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
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
1,295 - 1,554 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
361 - 412 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,763 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 485 kg
Payload
353 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
100 - 113 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 11.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
122 - 205 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Fiat
Is the Hyundai i30 offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai i30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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