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Hyundai i30 vs Honda Civic comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (24,600 £ vs 32,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Honda Civic?

Hyundai i30 vs Honda Civic: Key differences

Hyundai i30

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • slightly lighter

Honda Civic

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

i30

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai i30 is visibly cheaper – starting at 24,600 £ , while the Honda Civic costs 32,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,928 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda Civic uses 4.7 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

Civic

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 Honda Civic offers moderately more power – delivering 184 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda Civic is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Honda Civic delivers visibly more torque with 315 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 65 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 slightly lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 1,517 kg. The difference is around 202 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 carries moderately more – 485 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Honda Civic holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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Civic

Honda Civic

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 5 L/100km
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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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The Honda Civic mixes practical daily usability with a surprisingly engaging driving character, wrapping clever interior design and dependable engineering in a tidy, modern package. It’s a smart buy for drivers who want sensible reliability, a bit of fun behind the wheel, and a shape that never looks like it’s trying too hard.

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Galym
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I used to have a petrol Civic and recently had the chance to drive the Civic hybrid. What a difference! Of course you’ve got to buy it! It’s a car that puts a big grin on your face behind the wheel. Sporty, eye-catching design.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
108 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 485 kg
Payload
348 - 397 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Honda
Is the Hyundai i30 offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai i30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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