Hyundai i30 2012 vs Skoda Rapid 2012

 
Hyundai i30
2012 - 2015
Skoda Rapid
2012 - 2017
Gearbox: ManualAutomatic
Engine: 1.6 Petrol1.4 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming chain

Performance

Power: 135 HP122 HP
Torque: 164 NM200 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.9 seconds9.5 seconds
Skoda Rapid is a more dynamic driving.
Hyundai i30 engine produces 13 HP more power than Skoda Rapid, but torque is 36 NM less than Skoda Rapid. Despite the higher power, Hyundai i30 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.05.8
Real fuel consumption: 7.2 l/100km7.1 l/100km
By specification Hyundai i30 consumes 0.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Skoda Rapid, which means that by driving the Hyundai i30 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 120 litres of fuel.
But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Hyundai i30 consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Skoda Rapid.
Fuel tank capacity: 53 litres55 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 1060 km in combined cycle940 km in combined cycle
1230 km on highway1340 km on highway
730 km with real consumption770 km with real consumption

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 420'000 km380'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration: 16 years9 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Kia Sportage, Kia Ceed, Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai ElantraInstalled on at least 11 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen Golf, Skoda Octavia, Audi A3, Skoda Yeti
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts.
Hydraulic tappets: noyes
The Skoda Rapid engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.
Hyundai i30 2012 1.6 engine: The engine is generally a reliable design and not particularly sensitive to fuel quality. However, it is prone to several common issues. One of the most widespread problems is the rapid buildup of carbon ...  More about Hyundai i30 2012 1.6 engine 

Skoda Rapid 2012 1.4 engine: The engine is prone to increased vibration at idle. The engine is also very demanding on fuel quality. The timing chain has a low life expectancy and must be monitored. Turbine problems are also common.

Dimensions

Length: 4.30 m4.48 m
Width: 1.78 m1.71 m
Height: 1.47 m1.46 m
Hyundai i30 is 18 cm shorter than the Skoda Rapid, 7 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: 378 litres550 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1316 litres1490 litres
Skoda Rapid has more luggage space.
Hyundai i30 has 172 litres less trunk space than the Skoda Rapid. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Skoda Rapid (by 174 litres).
Turning diameter: 10.6 meters10.2 meters
The turning circle of the Hyundai i30 is 0.4 metres more than that of the Skoda Rapid, which means Hyundai i30 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 1`8201`690
Safety:
Hyundai i30 is better rated in child safety tests. The Hyundai i30 scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Quality:
below average

below average
Skoda Rapid has slightly fewer faults.
Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Hyundai i30, so Skoda Rapid quality could be a bit better.
Average price (€): 48006200
Pros and Cons: Hyundai i30 has
  • more power
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • higher children safety
  • better safety assist technologies
  • lower price
Skoda Rapid has
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • roomier boot
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