TSX Type-S vs i30 N

Acura · Hyundai

1/4 Mile winner

i30 N

Beats the TSX Type-S by 0.10s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the i30 N beats the TSX Type-S by a hair, finishing 0.10 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the i30 N thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power

280 hp

0–100 km/h

5.5s

5.4s

Top speed

250 km/h

Engine

I4 Turbo

Fuel

Petrol

Torque

400 Nm

392 Nm

Price

$50,000

$42,000

Simulated race times

Distance

TSX Type-S

i30 N

100 m

6.093s

6.042s

1/8 mile

8.989s

8.919s

1/4 mile

13.476s

13.378s

1 km

24.009s

23.865s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: i30 N is $42,000 vs $50,000 for the TSX Type-S — a $8,000 gap.

FAQ

Which is faster, the TSX Type-S or the i30 N?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the i30 N is faster, beating the TSX Type-S by 0.10 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the TSX Type-S vs the i30 N?

The TSX Type-S hits 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds, while the i30 N does it in 5.4 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The TSX Type-S produces 280 hp; the i30 N produces 280 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The TSX Type-S tops out at 250 km/h, and the i30 N reaches 250 km/h.

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