Toyota Camry 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.
Toyota Camry: we're still completing length, 0-100km/h, warranty, ground clearance and turning circle, plus 3 others.
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
The Toyota Camry starts from $27,690 before on-road costs, while the Hyundai i30 Sedan opens at $29,250. That makes the Toyota Camry the more affordable entry point by $1,560.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $30,459 and $32,175 respectively.
Safety Rundown
The Toyota Camry holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 3 stars for the Hyundai i30 Sedan.
Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Hyundai i30 Sedan packs more ADAS features with 4 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 2 in the Toyota Camry.
Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Toyota Camry and 6 in the Hyundai i30 Sedan.
Feature Showdown
The Toyota Camry features a 7-inch touchscreen paired with a 4.2-inch digital dash, while the Hyundai i30 Sedan gets a 8-inch display and 4.2-inch instruments.
The Hyundai i30 Sedan counters with Apple CarPlay that the Toyota Camry does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The Toyota Camry lines up producing 133kW and 231Nm of torque, sent through a 6-speed automatic transmission with sequential shift to a FWD layout.
The Hyundai i30 Sedan responds with a Petrol making 110kW and 180Nm, paired to a cvt driving the front wheels.
The Toyota Camry has the clear power advantage at 133kW vs 110kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
Boot space is 493L in the Toyota Camry and 474L in the Hyundai i30 Sedan, giving the Toyota Camry a 19L 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
Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Toyota Camry if: You want the lower entry price, prioritise performance, need more boot space, or prefer Toyota's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Hyundai i30 Sedan if: You or prefer Hyundai's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Toyota Camry takes 4 of 4 key spec categories and comes in at a lower price. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Toyota Camry and Hyundai i30 Sedan?
The Toyota Camry is the cheapest at $27,690 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Hyundai i30 Sedan by $1,560.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Hyundai i30 Sedan uses the least fuel at 6.1L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
The Toyota Camry has the highest ANCAP rating at 5 stars.
Which has the most boot space?
The Toyota Camry has the largest boot at 493L.
Which can tow the most?
The Hyundai i30 Sedan has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,100kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Toyota Camry makes the most power at 133kW.
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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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