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Hyundai i30 vs Subaru BRZ - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (24000 £ vs 36000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Subaru BRZ?

Hyundai i30

Subaru BRZ

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 clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24000 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai i30 manages with 5.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.80 L. The difference is about 3.10 L per 100 km.

BRZ

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 Subaru BRZ has a significantly edge – offering 235 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 9.60 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Subaru BRZ performs slightly better – reaching 226 km/h, while the Hyundai i30 tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.

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:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Hyundai i30 offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Subaru BRZ is hardly perceptible lighter – 1275 kg compared to 1291 kg. The difference is around 16 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai i30 offers noticeable more room – 395 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 158 L.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai i30 evident takes the win – 509 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai i30 holds a solid overall lead 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
Subaru BRZ

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i30

Hyundai i30

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 100 - 140 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.7 - 6 L

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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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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Hyundai i30
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption

Price
24000 - 29300 £
Price
36000 - 38600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
8.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
130 - 136 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1291 - 1407 kg
Curb weight
1275 - 1296 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
4340 mm
Length
4265 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1775 mm
Height
1455 mm
Height
1310 mm
Max trunk capacity
1301 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
463 - 509 kg
Payload
395 - 404 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, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 13.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
2387 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Subaru
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.