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VW T-Roc vs Hyundai i30 comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (26,400 £ vs 24,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW T-Roc or Hyundai i30?

VW T-Roc vs Hyundai i30: Key differences

VW T-Roc

4.6 (7 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more efficient
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Hyundai i30

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • a bit 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

T-Roc

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 i30 is marginally cheaper – starting at 24,600 £ , while the VW T-Roc costs 26,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,881 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW T-Roc uses 5.5 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 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.

Both models deliver identical power – 150 HP each.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 8.9 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 250 Nm.

T-Roc

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i30 is a bit lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 1,465 kg. The difference is around 150 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW T-Roc offers somewhat more boot space – 475 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW T-Roc carries barely more – 515 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW T-Roc is narrowly 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 £26,400
T-Roc

VW T-Roc

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.5 - 6.3 L/100km
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VW T-Roc

The Volkswagen T‑Roc is a stylish, well-proportioned crossover that blends hatchback agility with SUV presence. It delivers a comfortable cabin, user-friendly tech and a composed ride, making it a sensible choice for buyers who want practicality with a bit of character.

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Reviews VW T-Roc

4.6 (7 Reviews)
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Krock
17 Jul 2026, 13:11:35

If a designer had suggested such ugly dashboards a few years ago, he would have been fired immediately!
Today everyone thinks it’s great when you place cutting boards vertically on the hard‑plastic dashboards and even pay a lot of money for it. I’m probably already too old to understand this!!

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Ester
17 Sept 2025, 14:29:41

I've been driving the VW T‑Roc for a few months now and I'm totally satisfied. 🚗 The higher seating position gives me a great feeling of security and the visibility in city traffic is excellent. I especially like the modern infotainment system — everything works intuitively and quickly. On the motorway it feels very calm and stable, even at higher speeds. Overall a great car that's a lot of fun and still economical.

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
26,400 - 38,600 £
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 143 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
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,465 - 1,539 kg
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Trunk capacity
284 - 475 L
Trunk capacity
395 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,811 - 1,828 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
368 - 515 kg
Payload
445 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 250 Nm
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
VW
Brand
Hyundai
What drive types are available for the VW T-Roc?

The VW T-Roc is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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