Audi A1 30 TFSI vs Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid

Audi A1 30 TFSI

Hatchback · Gasoline · AWD

Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid

Hatchback · Hybrid · FWD

Car A

Audi A1 30 TFSI

The Audi A1 30 TFSI leans into city use with efficient petrol running, AWD traction, and usable everyday space. It suits urban drivers who value low consumption and tidy performance more than cargo capacity or long-haul comfort.

5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safetyAWD

Car B

Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid

A compact plug-in hybrid focused on efficiency and daily usability, offering up to 50 km electric range and a useful 443 L trunk. Best for budget-focused city and family duties; less suited to performance or cargo-heavy needs.

5 seatsHatchbackHybrid5-star safety1.6 L/100km141 hpHybrid

Why compared better on fuelcomparison picksame body typesame seatssimilar pricestep-up price

Usage fit

Family 52 / 67

City 75 / 66

Budget / value 54 / 75

Road trip 33 / 41

Performance 34 / 32

Cargo 18 / 24

Practical 39 / 59

Premium 36 / 22

Winter 60 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A1 30 TFSI · Orange = Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A1 30 TFSI Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid

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Pros & cons

Audi A1 30 TFSI

Efficient for its class at 5.2 L/100 km, keeping daily fuel costs in check
AWD delivers extra traction for winter and wet conditions
Nippy around town: 0–100 km/h in 8.5 s with 200 Nm for easy merging
Practical daily use with 5 seats and a 335 L trunk
Limited for cargo-heavy use; 335 L may feel tight for bulky items
Less suited to frequent long road trips compared with its city strengths
116 hp is adequate but not aimed at performance enthusiasts
Petrol-only powertrain; no hybrid or EV option for electrified driving

Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid

50 km electric range covers most city commutes and errands
Rated 1.6 combined consumption keeps running costs down and is efficient for its class
Practical 5-seat layout with a 443 L trunk suits small families
At 25,900, it offers good value in its segment
0–100 km/h in 10.6 s is modest for highway passing
50 km EV range may be short for longer daily routes without charging
FWD only—no AWD option if you need extra traction
Not ideal for cargo-heavy use despite decent trunk volume

Verdict

Pick Audi A1 30 TFSI if…

Lower entry price

Audi A1 30 TFSI starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid if…

More power

Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid puts out 141 hp vs 116 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi A1 30 TFSI

Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid

Verdict

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