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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
24000 - 29300 £
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Price
29800 - 34900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
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Consumption L/100km
7.70 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
130 - 136 g/km
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co2
174 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
48 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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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
1595 - 1628 kg
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Trunk capacity
395 L
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Trunk capacity
315 L
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Length
4340 mm
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Length
4495 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Width
1800 mm
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Height
1455 mm
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Height
1600 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1301 L
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Max trunk capacity
1297 - 1314 L
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Payload
463 - 509 kg
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Payload
472 - 505 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
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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
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Power HP
136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 13.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.80 s
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Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
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Max Speed
198 km/h
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Torque
182 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
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Power kW
100 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
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Engine capacity
1995 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Subaru
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.