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Peugeot 208 vs Hyundai i30 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 24,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 208 or Hyundai i30?

Peugeot 208 vs Hyundai i30: Key differences

Peugeot 208

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  • somewhat cheaper
  • barely more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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Hyundai i30

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  • slightly more trunk space
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Peugeot 208 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Hyundai i30 costs 24,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,575 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 208 uses 4.5 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

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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 Peugeot 208 offers barely more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 208 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 208 delivers barely more torque with 270 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

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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 terms of curb weight, Peugeot 208 is a bit lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,315 kg. The difference is around 150 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 offers slightly more boot space – 395 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 carries moderately more – 485 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 208 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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Peugeot 208

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 363 - 432 km
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Peugeot 208

The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.

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Reviews Peugeot 208

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Labbe
21 Dec 2025, 15:16:45

Fuel consumption stated in the article — misleading. In town, on the highway, at least 7 L/100 km.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
363 - 432 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
134 - 142 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Trunk capacity
395 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 430 kg
Payload
445 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Hyundai
What drive types are available for the Peugeot 208?

The Peugeot 208 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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