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Hyundai i30 vs Peugeot 308 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (24000 £ vs 29200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Peugeot 308?

Hyundai i30

Peugeot 308

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

i30

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai i30 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24000 £ , while the Peugeot 308 costs 29200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5246 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 308 manages with 2.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 3.40 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 Peugeot 308 has a noticeable edge – offering 195 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 9.60 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 308 performs a bit better – reaching 225 km/h, while the Hyundai i30 tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 28 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 308 pulls to a small extent stronger with 300 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 47 Nm difference.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Hyundai i30 is to a small extent lighter – 1291 kg compared to 1453 kg. The difference is around 162 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers minimal more room – 412 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 308 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1323 L, which is about 22 L more than the Hyundai i30.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai i30 slight takes the win – 509 kg compared to 503 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 is far ahead 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.

Hyundai i30
Peugeot 308

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Peugeot 308

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 131 - 195 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 5 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.60 kWh
  • Electric Range : 78 - 450 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 308

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The Peugeot 308 brings a sleek, feline profile and an unexpectedly upscale cabin, with clever packaging and materials that feel a touch more premium than you might expect. It’s composed on the road, easy to live with for daily life, and a smart choice if you want a stylish hatch that still behaves when the road gets interesting.

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Hyundai i30
Peugeot 308

Costs and Consumption

Price
24000 - 29300 £
Price
29200 - 42600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
78 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
co2
130 - 136 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 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
1453 - 1749 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4340 mm
Length
4367 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1455 mm
Height
1438 mm
Max trunk capacity
1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
Payload
463 - 509 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 13.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
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.