Honda City vs Hyundai i30 Sedan
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular Sedans compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Honda City
Price TBC
Sedan
Petrol
1.5L SOHC i-VTEC (L15A/L15Z)
88kW
5.7 L/100km
5★ ANCAP
536L
Hyundai i30 Sedan
From $29,250
Sedan
Petrol
Petrol
117kW
7 L/100km
3★ ANCAP
474L
Honda City: we're still completing price, kerb weight, 0-100km/h, turning circle and braked towing.
A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
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Price Breakdown
Pricing for one or both models is yet to be confirmed for the Australian market. We will update this comparison when official RRPs are announced.
Safety Rundown
The Honda City holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 3 stars for the Hyundai i30 Sedan.
Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 4 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Hyundai i30 Sedan, against 0 on the Honda City.
Both include the essentials: a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the Honda City and 6 in the Hyundai i30 Sedan.
Feature Showdown
The Honda City features a 7-inch touchscreen, while the Hyundai i30 Sedan gets a 8-inch display and 4.2-inch instruments.
The Hyundai i30 Sedan counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The Honda City uses a 1.5L SOHC i-VTEC (L15A/L15Z) producing 88kW and 145Nm of torque, sent through a cvt to a FWD layout.
The Hyundai i30 Sedan responds with a Petrol making 117kW and 191Nm, paired to a 6-speed manual driving the front wheels.
The Hyundai i30 Sedan has the clear power advantage at 117kW vs 88kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Honda City measures 4,455mm long on a 2,600mm wheelbase, 255mm shorter than the Hyundai i30 Sedan at 4,710mm (2,720mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Hyundai i30 Sedan generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 536L in the Honda City and 474L in the Hyundai i30 Sedan, giving the Honda City a 62L advantage.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
10.8m diameter
Good
Based on 10.8m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Interactive simulator: U-turns, parking & towing
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns are easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
Good
Needs a 3-point turn (one reverse)
Needs about 9.3 m to swing round without stopping. Road is 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: clears in one
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
1.8 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: swings in
Narrow laneway
3.5 m: no room to turn
Turning circle ratings
Standard widths: AU local streets carry ~5.5–7 m of carriageway; main roads ~9–12 m. AS 2890.1 carpark aisles are ~5.8–6.6 m for 90° bays (2.6 m wide × 5.4 m deep).
Road, aisle, swing and off-tracking figures are indicative estimates from the published turning circle. Verify in person before relying on them.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,625/year for the Honda City and $1,995/year for the Hyundai i30 Sedan. That is a $370 annual difference in favour of the Honda City.
Warranty: 3 years / 100,000km (Honda City) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Hyundai i30 Sedan). The Hyundai i30 Sedan has longer coverage.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Honda City if: You need more boot space, want lower running costs, or prefer Honda's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Hyundai i30 Sedan if: You prioritise performance, value a longer warranty, or prefer Hyundai's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Honda City takes 3 of 5 key spec categories. The Honda City will save you roughly $370 a year in fuel. If boot space matters, the Honda City has a clear edge. The Hyundai i30 Sedan adds peace of mind with a longer 5-year warranty. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Honda City and Hyundai i30 Sedan?
The Hyundai i30 Sedan is the cheapest at $29,250 before on-road costs.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Honda City uses the least fuel at 5.7L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
The Honda City has the highest ANCAP rating at 5 stars.
Which has the most boot space?
The Honda City has the largest boot at 536L.
Which can tow the most?
The Hyundai i30 Sedan has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,200kg.
Which has the best warranty?
The Hyundai i30 Sedan has the longest warranty at 5 years / Unlimited.
Which is the most powerful?
The Hyundai i30 Sedan makes the most power at 117kW.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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