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Hyundai i30 vs Nissan Primastar Bus comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (24,600 £ vs 45,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Nissan Primastar Bus?

Hyundai i30 vs Nissan Primastar Bus: Key differences

Hyundai i30

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  • considerably cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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Nissan Primastar Bus

  • slightly more power
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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.

Hyundai i30 is considerably cheaper – starting at 24,600 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Bus costs 45,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,772 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i30 uses 5.9 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Bus with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

Primastar Bus

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 Primastar Bus offers slightly more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Primastar Bus delivers noticeably more torque with 380 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

i30

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.

Seats: Nissan Primastar Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i30 is considerably lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 2,043 kg. The difference is around 728 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Bus carries significantly more – 1,002 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 517 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai i30 has only a minor advantage 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
Hyundai i30
Nissan Primastar Bus

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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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Nissan Primastar Bus

The Nissan Primastar is a sensible people-mover that puts practicality and flexible seating ahead of flash, making it the go-to for tradespeople, shuttle duties or large families who need space without fuss. It’s unpretentious on the road and easy to live with — not the car to win style points, but the one that earns them every time you need to load up and go.

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Hyundai i30
Nissan Primastar Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Price
45,300 - 50,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
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
181 - 182 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
9
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
2,043 - 2,117 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 485 kg
Payload
953 - 1,002 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Nissan
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