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Hyundai i30 vs Suzuki Swift comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 82 HP), boot space and price (24,600 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Suzuki Swift?

Hyundai i30 vs Suzuki Swift: Key differences

Hyundai i30

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
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Suzuki Swift

4.2 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Suzuki Swift is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Hyundai i30 costs 24,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,415 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki Swift uses 4.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

Swift

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai i30 delivers substantially more torque with 250 Nm compared to 112 Nm. That’s about 138 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Suzuki Swift is clearly lighter – 1,069 kg compared to 1,315 kg. The difference is around 246 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 carries clearly more – 485 kg compared to 296 kg. That’s a difference of about 189 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai i30 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.

from £24,600
i30

Hyundai i30

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
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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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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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14 Jul 2026, 19:24:07

Pleasant car to drive, small engine but enough to overtake trucks and climb in the mountains at a decent pace, and to cruise at 130 on the motorway.

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Kris
9 Apr 2026, 18:26:38

Superb quality, fun to drive, and every bit of well layed out kit you'll ever need.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Price
17,100 - 21,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
98 - 110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
1,069 - 1,145 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
445 - 485 kg
Payload
282 - 296 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
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
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
82 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
112 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
61 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Suzuki
Is the Hyundai i30 offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai i30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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