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Hyundai i30 vs SEAT Ibiza - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (24000 £ vs 16800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or SEAT Ibiza?

Hyundai i30

SEAT Ibiza

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

i30

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.

SEAT Ibiza has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16800 £, while the Hyundai i30 costs 24000 £. That’s a price difference of around 7149 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Ibiza manages with 5 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

Ibiza

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 SEAT Ibiza has a slight edge – offering 150 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Ibiza is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 8.10 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 9.60 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai i30 pulls slight stronger with 253 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 3 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, SEAT Ibiza is to a small extent lighter – 1111 kg compared to 1291 kg. The difference is around 180 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai i30 offers to a small extent more room – 395 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Ibiza slight takes the win – 522 kg compared to 509 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.

Who wins the race?

The SEAT Ibiza proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
SEAT Ibiza is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £16,800
Ibiza

SEAT Ibiza

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 80 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.7 L
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Hyundai i30
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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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SEAT Ibiza

The SEAT Ibiza is a cheeky, well-priced hatchback that blends sharp styling with a grown-up driving character, making it a smart choice for city commuters who still want a bit of fun. Inside it's practical and neatly finished, with sensible kit and easygoing manners that make everyday life less fussy — a car that doesn't try too hard but gets the job done with a smile.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24000 - 29300 £
Price
16800 - 28800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
130 - 136 g/km
co2
114 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1291 - 1407 kg
Curb weight
1111 - 1231 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
355 L
Length
4340 mm
Length
-
Width
1795 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1455 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1301 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
463 - 509 kg
Payload
489 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
80 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 13.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 15.3 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
95 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
59 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Hyundai
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SEAT

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What drive types are available for the Hyundai i30?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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