Volkswagen Golf R vs Hyundai i20

SpecVolkswagen Golf R2024Hyundai i202024
Price (OTR)£44,515£18,995
Power333 bhp100 bhp
Torque420 Nm172 Nm
0–60 mph4.4 secs10.8 secs
Top Speed155 mph117 mph
MPG (combined)33.2 mpg50.4 mpg
CO₂192 g/km129 g/km
Boot Space374 litres352 litres
Kerb Weight1530 kg1135 kg
Engine2.0L1.0L
Transmission7-speed DSG6-speed Manual
DrivetrainAWDFWD
Insurance Group4011
Annual Tax£190£165
Euro NCAP5 / 5 stars5 / 5 stars
Seats55
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol

Running Costs Calculator

Adjust the inputs to estimate what each car will cost you to own.

Over 3 yearsVolkswagen Golf RHyundai i20
Fuel / energy£5,833£3,843
Road tax (VED)£570£495
Insurance (est.)£5,970£2,403
Depreciation (est.)£17,806£7,598
Total cost£30,179£14,339
How these numbers are calculated
  • Fuel cost uses the car's combined MPG and the price you enter.
  • EV energy cost assumes 3.5 mi/kWh (UK average). Real efficiency varies by car and driving style.
  • Insurance is a rough estimate based on the car's insurance group — your actual quote depends on age, location, and history.
  • Depreciation assumes 40% loss over 3 years, scaled linearly. Premium brands and EVs can deviate significantly.
  • Road tax uses the published first-year and standard VED for the car's CO₂ band.