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Hyundai i30 vs Subaru Crosstrek - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (24000 £ vs 29800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Subaru Crosstrek?

Hyundai i30

Subaru Crosstrek

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.

Hyundai i30 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24000 £ , while the Subaru Crosstrek costs 29800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5829 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai i30 manages with 5.70 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.70 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.

Crosstrek

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai i30 has a minimal edge – offering 140 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai i30 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 9.60 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.80 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Subaru Crosstrek performs slight better – reaching 198 km/h, while the Hyundai i30 tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai i30 pulls evident stronger with 253 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 71 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, Hyundai i30 is noticeable lighter – 1291 kg compared to 1595 kg. The difference is around 304 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai i30 offers distinct more room – 395 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Crosstrek performs slight better – up to 1314 L, which is about 13 L more than the Hyundai i30.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai i30 hardly perceptible takes the win – 509 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Hyundai i30 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £24,000
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
Subaru Crosstrek

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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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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Hyundai i30
Subaru Crosstrek

Costs and Consumption

Price
24000 - 29300 £
Price
29800 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
7.70 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
130 - 136 g/km
co2
174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1291 - 1407 kg
Curb weight
1595 - 1628 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
4340 mm
Length
4495 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1800 mm
Height
1455 mm
Height
1600 mm
Max trunk capacity
1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1297 - 1314 L
Payload
463 - 509 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 13.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.80 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
198 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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.