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Audi A8 vs Hyundai Staria comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 42,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Hyundai Staria?

Audi A8 vs Hyundai Staria: Key differences

Audi A8

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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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Hyundai Staria

  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A8

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai Staria is significantly cheaper – starting at 42,400 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 48,943 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A8 uses 4.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hyundai Staria with 7.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

Staria

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A8 offers substantially more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 346 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Hyundai Staria takes 10.2 s. That’s about 6.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 367 Nm. That’s about 433 Nm more.

A8

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Hyundai Staria offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A8 is somewhat lighter – 2,035 kg compared to 2,275 kg. The difference is around 240 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Staria offers considerably more boot space – 831 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 441 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Staria carries barely more – 775 kg compared to 700 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A8 is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £91,400
A8

Audi A8

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 286 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 58 km
Audi A8
Hyundai Staria

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Audi A8

The Audi A8 arrives with the kind of quiet authority that makes other limousines feel like they’re trying too hard, offering a cabin wrapped in subtle luxury and tech that never demands attention. For buyers who want composed comfort and discreet status, it’s the sensible splurge that turns daily commutes into a private parade.

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Hyundai Staria

Hyundai Staria looks like a friendly spaceship, its sweeping glass and soft edges turning a people‑mover into a design statement that actually gets noticed. Inside it's airy and practical — perfect for families or anyone who likes travelling in comfort and style, with enough flexibility to swallow luggage and weekend plans without drama.

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Audi A8
Hyundai Staria

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
42,400 - 50,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
7 - 9
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
2,275 - 2,345 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
117 - 831 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,997 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
605 - 775 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
367 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
165 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Audi
Brand
Hyundai
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