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Volvo V90 vs Hyundai i10 comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 90 HP), boot space and price (62,300 £ vs 14,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo V90 or Hyundai i10?

Volvo V90 vs Hyundai i10: Key differences

Volvo V90

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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Hyundai i10

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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably 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

V90

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 i10 is significantly cheaper – starting at 14,600 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,743 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo V90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hyundai i10 with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

i10

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 Volvo V90 offers significantly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 365 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Hyundai i10 takes 11.4 s. That’s about 6.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Volvo V90 is only slightly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Hyundai i10 tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo V90 delivers clearly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 537 Nm more.

V90

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, Hyundai i10 is considerably lighter – 996 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 1,079 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo V90 offers significantly more boot space – 488 L compared to 252 L. That’s a difference of about 236 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Volvo V90 offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,454 L, about 404 L more than the Hyundai i10.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo V90 carries a bit more – 515 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo V90 is decisively ahead 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 £62,300
V90

Volvo V90

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 398 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 88 km
Volvo V90
Hyundai i10

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Volvo V90

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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Hyundai i10

The Hyundai i10 is a cheeky city car that squeezes big-car confidence into a pocket-friendly package, carving through tight streets with surprising composure and sensible practicality. For buyers after low fuss, sensible equipment and wallet-friendly running costs, it's a smart, no-nonsense pick that makes sense whether you're a first-time driver or need a reliable second car.

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Volvo V90
Hyundai i10

Costs and Consumption

Price
62,300 - 71,700 £
Price
14,600 - 19,000 £
Consumption L/100km
0.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
18 g/km
co2
110 - 124 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,075 kg
Curb weight
996 - 1,099 kg
Trunk capacity
488 L
Trunk capacity
252 L
Length
4,945 mm
Length
3,670 - 3,675 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Width
1,680 mm
Height
1,472 mm
Height
1,480 - 1,483 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,454 L
Max trunk capacity
1,050 L
Payload
515 kg
Payload
344 - 423 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Power HP
63 - 90 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 18.4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
143 - 175 km/h
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Torque
93 - 172 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Power kW
46 - 66 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,197 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Hyundai
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