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Hyundai Staria vs Mercedes E-Class comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (42,400 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Staria or Mercedes E-Class?

Hyundai Staria vs Mercedes E-Class: Key differences

Hyundai Staria

  • somewhat cheaper
  • markedly more trunk space
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Mercedes E-Class

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Staria

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai Staria is somewhat cheaper – starting at 42,400 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,062 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E-Class uses 1.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Hyundai Staria with 7.6 L/100km. The difference is about 6.1 L/100km.

E-Class

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes E-Class offers considerably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 360 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Hyundai Staria takes 10.2 s. That’s about 6.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 367 Nm. That’s about 383 Nm more.

Staria

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

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

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes E-Class is visibly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,275 kg. The difference is around 465 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Staria offers markedly more boot space – 831 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 291 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Staria carries slightly more – 775 kg compared to 640 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-Class stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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E-Class

Mercedes E-Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 101 - 116 km
Hyundai Staria
Mercedes E-Class

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Mercedes E-Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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Hyundai Staria
Mercedes E-Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,400 - 50,500 £
Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Consumption L/100km
7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
172 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
7 - 9
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,275 - 2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Trunk capacity
117 - 831 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,997 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
605 - 775 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
225 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
367 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
165 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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