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Hyundai i30 vs Peugeot 308 – Which one offers the better deal?
Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Peugeot 308?
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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
@ Hyundai Motor Company
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?
The Peugeot 308 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Peugeot 308 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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Peugeot 308
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
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
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
24000 - 29300 £
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Price
29200 - 42600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
78 - 450 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
0.40 kWh
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co2
130 - 136 g/km
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co2
0 - 129 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1291 - 1407 kg
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Curb weight
1453 - 1749 kg
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Trunk capacity
395 L
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Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
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Length
4340 mm
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Length
4367 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
1455 mm
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Height
1438 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1301 L
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Max trunk capacity
1258 - 1323 L
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Payload
463 - 509 kg
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Payload
430 - 503 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Power HP
131 - 195 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 13.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 225 km/h
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Peugeot
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What drive types are available for the Hyundai i30?
Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.