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Hyundai i30 vs Nissan Leaf comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 217 HP), boot space and price (24,600 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Nissan Leaf?

Hyundai i30 vs Nissan Leaf: Key differences

Hyundai i30

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Nissan Leaf

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai i30 is markedly cheaper – starting at 24,600 £ , while the Nissan Leaf costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,257 £.

Leaf

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 Nissan Leaf offers markedly more power – delivering 217 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Leaf is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Leaf delivers markedly more torque with 355 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 105 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 considerably lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 549 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Leaf offers only slightly more boot space – 437 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 carries barely more – 485 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Leaf is clearly superior overall 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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Leaf

Nissan Leaf

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 176 - 217 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 436 - 624 km
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Nissan Leaf

The Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.

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Mir
12 Mar 2026, 21:05:00

The author of this comparison probably doesn't read what they're writing. Almost 100 Nm is a small difference? XD And by the way, the Leaf is listed at 6.9 s to the first 100 km/h while the rival is over 8 s — that's not a small difference… it's a shame to read this comparison with so many mistakes; better to take a drive and judge for yourself.

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Nissan Leaf

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Price
30,800 - 41,100 £
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
13.7 - 13.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
436 - 624 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
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,956 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
437 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
445 - 485 kg
Payload
441 - 444 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
176 - 217 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
345 - 355 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Nissan
Is the Hyundai i30 offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai i30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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