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Hyundai i30 vs Leapmotor T03 comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 95 HP), boot space and price (24,600 £ vs 16,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Leapmotor T03?

Hyundai i30 vs Leapmotor T03: Key differences

Hyundai i30

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  • markedly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Leapmotor T03

  • significantly cheaper
  • slightly lighter
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Leapmotor T03 is significantly cheaper – starting at 16,200 £ , while the Hyundai i30 costs 24,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,357 £.

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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 Hyundai i30 offers markedly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 95 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai i30 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the Leapmotor T03 takes 12.7 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai i30 delivers markedly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 158 Nm. That’s about 92 Nm more.

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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.

Seats: Hyundai i30 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Leapmotor T03 is slightly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,315 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 offers clearly more boot space – 395 L compared to 210 L. That’s a difference of about 185 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 carries clearly more – 485 kg compared to 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai i30 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.

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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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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Price
16,200 £
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
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
265 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
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
1,175 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
210 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,652 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
445 - 485 kg
Payload
300 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
95 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
158 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
70 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Leapmotor
Is the Hyundai i30 offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai i30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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