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Hyundai i30 vs Peugeot 208 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (24000 £ vs 20700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Peugeot 208?

Hyundai i30

Peugeot 208

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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.

Peugeot 208 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20700 £ , while the Hyundai i30 costs 24000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3309 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 208 manages with 4.50 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 1.20 L per 100 km.

208

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 Peugeot 208 has a to a small extent edge – offering 156 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 208 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 9.60 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 208 performs minimal better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Hyundai i30 tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 208 pulls minimal stronger with 270 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 17 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Peugeot 208 is to a small extent lighter – 1165 kg compared to 1291 kg. The difference is around 126 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai i30 offers a bit more room – 395 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai i30 performs slightly better – up to 1301 L, which is about 138 L more than the Peugeot 208.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai i30 slightly takes the win – 509 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 208 sits well ahead of its rival 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.

Hyundai i30
Peugeot 208

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Peugeot 208

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 5.2 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.1 - 15.4 kWh
  • Electric Range : 362 - 432 km

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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Peugeot 208

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The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.

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Hyundai i30
Peugeot 208

Costs and Consumption

Price
24000 - 29300 £
Price
20700 - 35200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
362 - 432 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
co2
130 - 136 g/km
co2
0 - 117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1291 - 1407 kg
Curb weight
1165 - 1530 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Length
4340 mm
Length
4055 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1745 mm
Height
1455 mm
Height
1430 mm
Max trunk capacity
1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1118 - 1163 L
Payload
463 - 509 kg
Payload
380 - 430 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 13.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the Hyundai i30?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.