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Hyundai i30 vs Mercedes V Class comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (24,600 £ vs 48,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Mercedes V Class?

Hyundai i30 vs Mercedes V Class: Key differences

Hyundai i30

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  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes V Class

  • markedly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai i30 is significantly cheaper – starting at 24,600 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,607 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i30 uses 5.9 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

V 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 Mercedes V Class offers markedly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes V Class is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes V Class delivers considerably more torque with 500 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

i30

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes V Class offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i30 is clearly lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 877 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries considerably more – 908 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 423 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes V Class holds a slight edge 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 £48,200
V Class

Mercedes V Class

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.1 - 10.2 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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Mercedes V Class

The V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 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
187 - 232 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
445 - 485 kg
Payload
636 - 908 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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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