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Hyundai i30 vs Suzuki Swift – Differences & prices compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Suzuki Swift?

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

i30 @ Hyundai Motor Company

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.

Suzuki Swift has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £, while the Hyundai i30 costs 24000 £. That’s a price difference of around 6849 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Suzuki Swift manages with 4.40 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.

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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 clearly edge – offering 140 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai i30 performs to a small extent better – reaching 197 km/h, while the Suzuki Swift tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 27 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai i30 pulls decisively stronger with 253 Nm compared to 112 Nm. That’s about 141 Nm difference.

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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, Suzuki Swift is evident lighter – 1069 kg compared to 1291 kg. The difference is around 222 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai i30 offers distinct more room – 395 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai i30 performs evident better – up to 1301 L, which is about 321 L more than the Suzuki Swift.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai i30 decisively takes the win – 509 kg compared to 296 kg. That’s a difference of about 213 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Hyundai i30 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Hyundai i30 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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i30 @ Hyundai Motor Company

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
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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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Suzuki Swift

The Suzuki Swift is a cheeky little hatch that turns city streets into its playground with lively handling and a grin-inducing drive. Practical enough for daily chores, thrifty to run and kinder on your wallet than many rivals, it's a sensible pick for buyers who want fun without drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24000 - 29300 £
Price
17100 - 21200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
130 - 136 g/km
co2
98 - 110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
37 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1291 - 1407 kg
Curb weight
1069 - 1145 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
4340 mm
Length
3860 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1735 mm
Height
1455 mm
Height
1485 - 1510 mm
Max trunk capacity
1301 L
Max trunk capacity
980 L
Payload
463 - 509 kg
Payload
282 - 296 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
82 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 13.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
112 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
61 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
1197 cm3

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

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What drive types are available for the Hyundai i30?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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