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Hyundai i30 vs Kia Niro comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 138 HP), boot space and price (24,600 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Kia Niro?

Hyundai i30 vs Kia Niro: Key differences

Hyundai i30

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter

Kia Niro

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more efficient

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 somewhat cheaper – starting at 24,600 £ , while the Kia Niro costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,577 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Niro uses 4.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

Niro

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 Hyundai i30 offers very slightly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 12 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 Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Niro delivers very slightly more torque with 265 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.

i30

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 is somewhat lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 1,474 kg. The difference is around 159 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 carries marginally more – 485 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai i30 is narrowly 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 £24,600
i30

Hyundai i30

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.9 - 6.3 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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Kia Niro

The Kia Niro blends clever packaging and modern styling into a compact crossover that’s refreshingly sensible for daily life. It’s comfortable, economical and packed with user‑friendly tech, so if you want a fuss‑free family car with a touch of green credibility, the Niro is worth a test drive.

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Archi
25 Mar 2026, 13:11:41

Efficient, functional, understated, spacious and comfortable. No surprises: it delivers what it promises and does its job without fanfare. Good buy.

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21 Oct 2025, 14:01:32

I've been driving the Kia Niro since 2019 and am still very happy with this car.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
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
102 - 111 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 485 kg
Payload
466 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
138 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
102 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3

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

The Hyundai i30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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