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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
24000 - 29300 £
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Price
35100 - 55700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
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Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 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
75 km
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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
22 - 128 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 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
1745 - 1910 kg
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Trunk capacity
395 L
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Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
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Length
4340 mm
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Length
4600 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1455 mm
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Height
1685 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1301 L
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Max trunk capacity
1604 - 1690 L
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Payload
463 - 509 kg
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Payload
390 - 600 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Power HP
218 - 306 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 13.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
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Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Torque
-
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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
160 - 225 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
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Engine capacity
2487 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Toyota
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.