Volkswagen Polo 1996 vs Hyundai i30 2011

Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison

 
Volkswagen Polo
1996 - 1999
Hyundai i30
2011 - 2015
Body: SedanHatchback
The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Engines: 1.4 - 1.91.4 - 1.8

Performance

Power: 60 - 100 HP90 - 150 HP
Torque: 116 - 202 NM137 - 260 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.9 - 16.9 seconds9.9 - 13.5 seconds
In general, Hyundai i30 are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Volkswagen Polo. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison!

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.9 - 9.03.7 - 6.9
Volkswagen Polo petrol engines consumes on average 1.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than Hyundai i30. On average, Volkswagen Polo equipped with diesel engines consume 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Hyundai i30.
This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Dimensions

Length: 4.14 m4.30 m
Width: 1.64 m1.78 m
Height: 1.41 m1.47 m
Volkswagen Polo is smaller.
Volkswagen Polo is 16 cm shorter than the Hyundai i30, 14 cm narrower, while the height of Volkswagen Polo is 6 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 455 litres378 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down, if possible
762 litres1316 litres
Even though the car is shorter, The Hyundai i30 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Hyundai i30 (by 554 litres).
Turning diameter: 10.9 meters10.6 meters
The turning circle of the Volkswagen Polo is 0.3 metres more than that of the Hyundai i30.
Gross weight: ~ 1`501 kg~ 1`873 kg
Net weight:~ 1`063 kg~ 1`246 kg
Load capacity:~ 438 kg~ 627 kg
Volkswagen Polo load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 43 procentiem less than Hyundai i30. Therefore, Hyundai i30 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
Safety:
Quality:
above average

below average
Average price (€): 8004400
Rating in user reviews: 7.2/10 8.6/10
Pros and Cons: Volkswagen Polo has
  • roomier boot
  • fewer faults
  • lower price
Hyundai i30 has
  • more powerful and dynamic engines
  • lower fuel consumption
  • higher carrying (cargo) capacity
  • higher safety
  • higher ratings in user reviews
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