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Hyundai i30 vs MINI Countryman - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (24000 £ vs 31500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or MINI Countryman?

Hyundai i30

MINI Countryman

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 MINI Countryman costs 31500 £. That’s a price difference of around 7551 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: MINI Countryman manages with 4.60 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the MINI Countryman has a decisively edge – offering 313 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 173 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 9.60 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the MINI Countryman performs evident 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: MINI Countryman pulls significantly stronger with 494 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 241 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.

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In curb weight, Hyundai i30 is evident lighter – 1291 kg compared to 1620 kg. The difference is around 329 kg.

In terms of boot space, the MINI Countryman offers distinct more room – 505 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MINI Countryman performs to a small extent better – up to 1530 L, which is about 229 L more than the Hyundai i30.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai i30 minimal takes the win – 509 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.

Who wins the race?

The MINI Countryman proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
MINI Countryman is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £31,500
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MINI Countryman

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 313 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7.8 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.7 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 432 - 462 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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MINI Countryman

The MINI Countryman turns the cheeky charm of a classic MINI into a proper all-rounder, blending playful styling with surprisingly usable space for everyday life. It still grins at city lights but will happily tackle muddy lanes, perfect for buyers who want character without sacrificing practicality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24000 - 29300 £
Price
31500 - 45300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L
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
64.60 kWh
co2
130 - 136 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1291 - 1407 kg
Curb weight
1620 - 2075 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Length
4340 mm
Length
4444 - 4447 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1843 mm
Height
1455 mm
Height
1635 - 1661 mm
Max trunk capacity
1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1530 L
Payload
463 - 509 kg
Payload
460 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
163 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 13.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 250 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
120 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
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What drive types are available for the Hyundai i30?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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