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Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Vauxhall Astra - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (650 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (38500 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 5 or Vauxhall Astra?

Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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Vauxhall Astra

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

IONIQ 5

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Vauxhall Astra has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 costs 38500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13294 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Astra: with 15.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the Hyundai IONIQ 5 with 15.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.20 kWh.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 performs evident better – achieving up to 570 km, about 151 km more than the Vauxhall Astra.

Astra

Engine and Performance:

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 IONIQ 5 has a convincingly edge – offering 650 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 425 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.50 s. That’s about 4 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 260 km/h, while the Vauxhall Astra tops out at 235 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai IONIQ 5 pulls clearly stronger with 770 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 410 Nm difference.

IONIQ 5

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is significantly lighter – 1341 kg compared to 1955 kg. The difference is around 614 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers a bit more room – 520 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 98 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 performs to a small extent better – up to 1580 L, which is about 241 L more than the Vauxhall Astra.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai IONIQ 5 hardly perceptible takes the win – 530 kg compared to 509 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is far ahead 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.

Hyundai IONIQ 5
Vauxhall Astra

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from about £38,500
IONIQ 5

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 21.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 440 - 570 km

Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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Vauxhall Astra

The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.

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Hyundai IONIQ 5
Vauxhall Astra

Costs and Consumption

Price
38500 - 64200 £
Price
25200 - 40500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 21.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Electric Range
82 - 419 km
Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1955 - 2275 kg
Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
Trunk capacity
480 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
Length
4655 - 4715 mm
Length
4374 mm
Width
1890 - 1940 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1585 - 1605 mm
Height
1432 - 1488 mm
Max trunk capacity
1540 - 1580 L
Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
Payload
385 - 530 kg
Payload
414 - 509 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
130 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Vauxhall
What drive types are available for the Hyundai IONIQ 5?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-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.