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Hyundai i30 vs Mercedes A-Class – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Mercedes A-Class?

Hyundai i30

Mercedes A-Class

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

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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.

Hyundai i30 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24000 £, while the Mercedes A-Class costs 32300 £. That’s a price difference of around 8271 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 3.40 L per 100 km.

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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 Mercedes A-Class has a decisively edge – offering 320 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 180 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A-Class is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 9.60 s. That’s about 4.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A-Class performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hyundai i30 tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class pulls decisively stronger with 450 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 197 Nm difference.

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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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Hyundai i30 is slightly lighter – 1291 kg compared to 1440 kg. The difference is around 149 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai i30 offers to a small extent more room – 395 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai i30 performs minimal better – up to 1301 L, which is about 111 L more than the Mercedes A-Class.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai i30 slight takes the win – 509 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes A-Class proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes A-Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Mercedes A-Class

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 8.3 L
  • Electric Range : 85 km
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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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Mercedes A-Class

The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24000 - 29300 £
Price
32300 - 55600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
130 - 136 g/km
co2
53 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1291 - 1407 kg
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
4340 mm
Length
4428 - 4447 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
1455 mm
Height
1407 - 1423 mm
Max trunk capacity
1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
Payload
463 - 509 kg
Payload
475 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 13.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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What drive types are available for the Hyundai i30?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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