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Hyundai i30 vs Toyota RAV4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (140 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (24000 £ vs 35100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Toyota RAV4?

Hyundai i30

Toyota RAV4

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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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 convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24000 £ , while the Toyota RAV4 costs 35100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11143 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota RAV4 manages with 1 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 4.70 L per 100 km.

RAV4

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 Toyota RAV4 has a significantly edge – offering 306 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 166 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota RAV4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 9.60 s. That’s about 3.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai i30 performs minimal better – reaching 197 km/h, while the Toyota RAV4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

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 curb weight, Hyundai i30 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1291 kg compared to 1745 kg. The difference is around 454 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers distinct more room – 580 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 185 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota RAV4 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1690 L, which is about 389 L more than the Hyundai i30.

When it comes to payload, Toyota RAV4 to a small extent takes the win – 600 kg compared to 509 kg. That’s a difference of about 91 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Toyota RAV4 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota RAV4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £35,100
RAV4

Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 - 5.6 L
  • Electric Range : 75 km
Hyundai i30
Toyota RAV4

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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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Toyota RAV4

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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The Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.

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Hyundai i30
Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption

Price
24000 - 29300 £
Price
35100 - 55700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
130 - 136 g/km
co2
22 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 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
1745 - 1910 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Length
4340 mm
Length
4600 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1455 mm
Height
1685 mm
Max trunk capacity
1301 L
Max trunk capacity
1604 - 1690 L
Payload
463 - 509 kg
Payload
390 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
218 - 306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 13.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
2487 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Toyota
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.