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Hyundai i30 vs Skoda Octavia Limousine - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (150 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (24600 £ vs 23800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Skoda Octavia Limousine?

Hyundai i30

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Skoda Octavia Limousine

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.

Skoda Octavia Limousine has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23800 £ , while the Hyundai i30 costs 24600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 737 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Octavia Limousine manages with 4.30 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.90 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

Octavia Limousine

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 Skoda Octavia Limousine has a clearly edge – offering 265 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Octavia Limousine is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.40 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 8.90 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Octavia Limousine pulls distinct stronger with 370 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.

i30

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Hyundai i30 is slight lighter – 1315 kg compared to 1351 kg. The difference is around 36 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers noticeable more room – 600 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 205 L.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Octavia Limousine a bit takes the win – 545 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Octavia Limousine is decisively ahead 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
Skoda Octavia Limousine

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from about £23,800
Octavia Limousine

Skoda Octavia Limousine

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 6.8 L

Hyundai i30

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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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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Skoda Octavia Limousine

The Skoda Octavia Limousine blends space and sensible charm into a calm, grown-up package that feels smarter than its modest badge suggests. Practical, comfortable and quietly clever, it's the sort of car that makes everyday driving feel noticeably less mundane and keeps both your wallet and patience intact.

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Hyundai i30
Skoda Octavia Limousine

Costs and Consumption

Price
24600 - 31400 £
Price
23800 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
111 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1315 - 1435 kg
Curb weight
1351 - 1537 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
600 L
Length
-
Length
4698 - 4709 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
-
Height
1455 - 1470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1555 L
Payload
445 - 485 kg
Payload
495 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, C
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Skoda
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.