Compare performance (150 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (24,600 £ vs 20,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Toyota Proace City?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota Proace City is slightly cheaper – starting at 20,800 £ , while the Hyundai i30 costs 24,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,759 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Proace City uses 5.3 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai i30 offers only slightly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai i30 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the Toyota Proace City takes 11.5 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Proace City delivers slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Toyota Proace City offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i30 is marginally lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 1,366 kg. The difference is around 51 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Proace City offers clearly more boot space – 912 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 517 L.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace City carries significantly more – 829 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 344 kg.
The Toyota Proace City is clearly superior overall 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.
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 Toyota Proace City is a clever compact workhorse that blends van practicality with passenger comfort, turning daily deliveries or weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly civilised affair. It won't set your pulse racing, but its easy driving manners, flexible interior and low-hassle ownership make it a smart pick for buyers who value usefulness over flash.
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Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
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Price
20,800 - 44,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
343 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
134 - 142 g/km
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co2
0 - 146 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
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Curb weight
1,366 - 1,664 kg
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Trunk capacity
395 L
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Trunk capacity
322 - 912 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,795 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
445 - 485 kg
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Payload
525 - 829 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 150 HP
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 13.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
172 - 250 Nm
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 110 kW
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Toyota
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