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Suzuki Vitara vs Hyundai i30 comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 24,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Vitara or Hyundai i30?

Suzuki Vitara vs Hyundai i30: Key differences

Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (10 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Hyundai i30

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • very 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

Vitara

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.

Suzuki Vitara is only slightly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Hyundai i30 costs 24,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 986 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki Vitara uses 5.3 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

i30

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 Suzuki Vitara offers moderately more power – delivering 184 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Suzuki Vitara is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Suzuki Vitara delivers slightly more torque with 307 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 57 Nm more.

Vitara

Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, Suzuki Vitara is very slightly lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 1,315 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 offers very slightly more boot space – 395 L compared to 375 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 carries moderately more – 485 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Vitara is clearly superior 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 £23,600
Vitara

Suzuki Vitara

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 110 - 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 344 - 426 km
Suzuki Vitara
Hyundai i30

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Suzuki Vitara

The Suzuki Vitara is a practical compact SUV that balances a comfortable, composed ride with easy-to-live-with interior space, making it well suited for daily driving and weekend getaways. It's widely praised for reliable engineering and sensible running costs, offering straightforward value to buyers who want a no-nonsense, economical crossover.

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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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Suzuki Vitara
Hyundai i30

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 137 g/km
co2
134 - 142 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Trunk capacity
395 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
395 - 425 kg
Payload
445 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
Hyundai
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