Drag race: Toyota GR Corolla vs Honda Civic Type R vs Hyundai i30 N vs Cupra Leon VZx
Which of these four hot hatches is the quickest in a straight line? We lined them up to find out.
Toyota Corolla vs Hyundai i30 Comparison
Toyota Corolla
Hyundai i30
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2024 Hyundai
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the small category, between scores of 7.4 and 8.6.
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Based on the Toyota Corolla ZR HYBRID
Based on the Hyundai i30 N LINE
Best suitable for...
City driving
FunFuel Efficiency
43L - 50L
168 to 300 km
42L - 50L
164 to 425 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$29,270 - $40,450
$23,720 - $54,700
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Head of Content
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Efficient as ever
- Improved interior technology
- Excellent boot
Misses
- Limited headroom up front
- Tight rear seat alongside newer rivals
- Prices are (way) up since launch
Matt Campbell
Senior Contributor
Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Lots of interior space
- Great pricing and specs
- Sharp looks for the money
Misses
- Terrible shut lines
- Annoying speed sign tech
- Some cheap plastics
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Crystal Pearl Paint (+$575)
- Mica Metallic Paint (+$575)
- Metallic Paint (+$575)
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Colours Available
Corolla Hatchback models are available in the following finishes:
- Sunstone Orange
- Lunar Blue
- Glacier White
- Frosted White
- Silver Pearl
- Graphite
- Eclipse Black
- Jasper Red
Of these, only Sunstone Orange and Glacier White can’t be had with a black roof in ZR guise.
Sedan models are available in the following colours:
- Dark Grey
- Eclipse Black
- Glacier White
- Frosted White
- Silver Pearl
- Celestite Grey
- Atomic Rush
- Saturn Blue
Regular i30s:
- Polar White
- Fluidic Metal ($595 extra)
- Amazon Grey ($595 extra)
- Phantom Black ($595 extra)
- Fiery Red ($595 extra)
- Intense Blue ($595 extra)
i30 N models:
- Polar White (both)
- Performance Blue (both)
- Shadow Grey (hatch)
- Engine Red (hatch)
- Phantom Black ($595 extra, both)
- Dark Knight ($595, hatch only)
- Intense Blue $595, sedan only)
- Fiery Red ($595, sedan only)
- Fluid Metal ($595, sedan only)
- Cyber Grey ($595, sedan only)
Comparison
Reviews
8.3
2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid review
The Toyota Corolla Hybrid remains a very efficient, safe pick for buyers after solid transport – but we wouldn't bother with the luxury ZR.
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Scott Collie
8.4
2024 Hyundai i30 Sedan N Line review
This could be the best version of the Hyundai i30 Sedan if you’re after a sporty car but working with a more realistic budget.
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Matt Campbell
Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| PORT & DIRECT F/INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ | GASOLINE DIRECT INJ, TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1798 - 1987 | 1580 - 1999 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L, 1.8L | 2.0L, 1.6L | |
| Induction | ||
| INLINE 4 | INLINE 4, TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 72kW - 126kW | 104kW - 206kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 6000 | 5500 - 6200 | |
| Torque | ||
| 142Nm - 203Nm | 180Nm - 392Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 3600 - 4600 | 1450 - 4700 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 13 - 13.05 | 9.5 - 13 | |
