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Nissan Interstar vs Hyundai i20 comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 90 HP), boot space and price (36,200 £ vs 18,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or Hyundai i20?

Nissan Interstar vs Hyundai i20: Key differences

Nissan Interstar

  • clearly more power
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Hyundai i20

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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly 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

Interstar

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai i20 is considerably cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the Nissan Interstar costs 36,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,345 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i20 uses 5.7 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Nissan Interstar with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

i20

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Nissan Interstar offers clearly more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 80 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Interstar delivers clearly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 208 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Hyundai i20 offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i20 is clearly lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 908 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries significantly more – 1,447 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 982 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Interstar 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.

from £36,200
Interstar

Nissan Interstar

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 410 km
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Nissan Interstar

The Nissan Interstar is a sensible, no-nonsense panel van that puts practicality front and center, with a cavernous load area and a durable feel built for daily work. It drives with surprising composure for its size, keeps running costs modest, and feels like the kind of professional tool that prefers reliable service over flashy showboating.

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Hyundai i20

The Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.

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Bought an i20 two years ago and It has surprised me how good It is.

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Nissan Interstar
Hyundai i20

Costs and Consumption
Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
Price
18,800 - 24,400 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
410 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 205 g/km
co2
128 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
352 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,080 mm
Width
1,775 mm
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
1,045 - 1,447 kg
Payload
455 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Power HP
90 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
172 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Power kW
66 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Hyundai
Is the Nissan Interstar offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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