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Hyundai i30 vs Ford Puma comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 168 HP), boot space and price (24,600 £ vs 23,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Ford Puma?

Hyundai i30 vs Ford Puma: Key differences

Hyundai i30

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • very slightly lighter
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Ford Puma

3 (11 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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

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.

Ford Puma is barely cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the Hyundai i30 costs 24,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 643 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Puma uses 5.4 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

Puma

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 Ford Puma offers somewhat more power – delivering 168 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Puma is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Puma delivers a bit more torque with 290 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

i30

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i30 is very slightly lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 1,316 kg. The difference is around 1 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Puma offers clearly more boot space – 523 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 128 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 carries barely more – 485 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Puma 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 £23,900
Puma

Ford Puma

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 125 - 168 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 404 - 417 km
Hyundai i30
Ford Puma

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Ford Puma

The Ford Puma blends sporty styling with practical everyday usability, making it a smart choice for drivers who want flair without sacrificing versatility. Its engaging driving character and clever interior packaging give it a more dynamic and useful feel than many rivals.

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Hyundai i30
Ford Puma

Costs and Consumption

Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
0 - 135 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
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,805 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 485 kg
Payload
367 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Ford
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