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Subaru BRZ vs Hyundai i20 comparison

Compare performance (235 HP vs 90 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 18,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru BRZ or Hyundai i20?

Subaru BRZ vs Hyundai i20: Key differences

Subaru BRZ

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai i20

4.2 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
  • visibly 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hyundai i20 is clearly cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,177 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i20 uses 5.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

i20

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 Subaru BRZ offers significantly more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 145 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Subaru BRZ delivers noticeably more torque with 250 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 78 Nm more.

BRZ

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.

Seats: Hyundai i20 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i20 is somewhat lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 1,275 kg. The difference is around 130 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i20 offers visibly more boot space – 352 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i20 carries a bit more – 465 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 61 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru BRZ leads convincingly 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 £36,000
BRZ

Subaru BRZ

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 235 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.8 L/100km
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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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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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Jason
17 Nov 2025, 01:46:25

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

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Price
18,800 - 24,400 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 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
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
199 - 200 g/km
co2
128 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Trunk capacity
237 L
Trunk capacity
352 L
Length
4,265 mm
Length
-
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 404 kg
Payload
455 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 HP
Power HP
90 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
250 Nm
Torque
172 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
172 kW
Power kW
66 kW
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Hyundai
Is the Subaru BRZ offered with different drivetrains?

The Subaru BRZ is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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