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Hyundai i30 vs MINI Aceman comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (24,600 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or MINI Aceman?

Hyundai i30 vs MINI Aceman: Key differences

Hyundai i30

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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MINI Aceman

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

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 is barely cheaper – starting at 24,600 £ , while the MINI Aceman costs 27,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,443 £.

Aceman

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the MINI Aceman offers considerably more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Aceman is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Aceman delivers visibly more torque with 350 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 100 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 visibly lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 1,720 kg. The difference is around 405 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 offers noticeably more boot space – 395 L compared to 300 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

When it comes to payload, the MINI Aceman carries only slightly more – 530 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Aceman holds a decisive 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.

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Aceman

MINI Aceman

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 258 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.1 - 16 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 309 - 355 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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The MINI Aceman squeezes classic MINI charm into a sharper, more crossover-ready shape, trading some of the old curves for grown-up practicality while keeping the wink-and-grin personality buyers crave. Inside it's a surprisingly premium, customizable cabin that feels clever rather than cluttered, and on the road the Aceman is eager and nimble — ideal for city dwellers who want an SUV silhouette with proper fun behind the wheel.

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5 Jan 2026, 00:44:07

Amazing interior, sporty-funky exterior, great handles, good amount of power.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Price
27,000 - 36,400 £
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
14.1 - 16 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
309 - 355 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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
1,720 - 1,825 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
300 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,754 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
445 - 485 kg
Payload
450 - 530 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
184 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
290 - 350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
135 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
MINI
Is the Hyundai i30 offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai i30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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