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Hyundai i30 vs Mercedes T Class comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (24,600 £ vs 23,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Mercedes T Class?

Hyundai i30 vs Mercedes T Class: Key differences

Hyundai i30

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  • slightly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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Mercedes T Class

4 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
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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:

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

Mercedes T Class is marginally cheaper – starting at 23,000 £ , while the Hyundai i30 costs 24,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,590 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes T Class uses 5.1 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

T Class

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 slightly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 19 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai i30 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the Mercedes T Class takes 11.6 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes T Class delivers only slightly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 20 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 somewhat lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 241 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes T Class carries markedly more – 630 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai i30 holds a narrow 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.

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Price
23,000 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
135 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,859 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
521 - 630 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Hyundai i30 offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai i30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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