
2024 Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport Sedan vs Hyundai i30 Sedan: Hybrid spec battle
The Corolla and i30 are staples at the affordable end of the car market, but how do they compare on the spec sheet? Read on to find out.
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 | ||
Corolla Hatchback models are available in the following finishes:
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:
Regular i30s:
i30 N models:
The cheapest Corolla Hybrid makes a lot of sense as a sedan, even if it's not the most inspiring choice. It just does everything so well.
James Wong
The Hyundai i30 Hatch N Line now has distinctive European flavour, but its mild-hybrid engine doesn't make it feel warm-hatch fast.
Jack Quick
Type | ||
MULTI POINT F/INJ, PORT & DIRECT F/INJ | TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ, GASOLINE DIRECT INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
1798 - 1987 | 1483 - 1999 | |
Size (L) | ||
1.8L, 2.0L | 1.6L, 2.0L, 1.5L | |
Cylinders | ||
INLINE 4 | TURBO 4, INLINE 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 | ||
5200 - 6000 | 5500 - 6200 | |
Torque | ||
142Nm - 203Nm | 180Nm - 392Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
3600 - 4600 | 1450 - 4700 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
13 - 13.05 | 9.5 - 13 |