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Hyundai Staria vs Mercedes EQA comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 228 HP), boot space and price (42,400 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Staria or Mercedes EQA?

Hyundai Staria vs Mercedes EQA: Key differences

Hyundai Staria

  • barely cheaper
  • significantly more trunk space
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Mercedes EQA

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly 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:

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

Hyundai Staria is barely cheaper – starting at 42,400 £ , while the Mercedes EQA costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,446 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes EQA offers very slightly more power – delivering 228 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQA is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.7 s, while the Hyundai Staria takes 10.2 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQA delivers very slightly more torque with 390 Nm compared to 367 Nm. That’s about 23 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 EQA is very slightly lighter – 2,115 kg compared to 2,275 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Staria offers significantly more boot space – 831 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 491 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Staria carries substantially more – 775 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 350 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Staria holds a slight edge 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 £42,400
Staria

Hyundai Staria

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.6 L/100km
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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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The Mercedes EQA slips into the electric crossover ranks with the brand’s familiar luxury polish, offering a quiet, fuss-free drive that feels perfectly at home in the city or on a country escape. Inside it’s neatly finished and tech-forward, projecting grown-up refinement even if it plays things a bit safe for anyone chasing outright excitement.

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Reviews Mercedes EQA

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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Nöthi
27 Jul 2026, 18:41:16

Fantastic build quality and genuine premium-class feel with lots of features like distance sensors or the speed-limit sign reader — things Mercedes still brags about in the GLC even five years later...

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,400 - 50,500 £
Price
45,900 - 54,900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
476 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7 - 9
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,275 - 2,345 kg
Curb weight
2,115 kg
Trunk capacity
117 - 831 L
Trunk capacity
340 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,997 mm
Width
1,834 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
605 - 775 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
225 HP
Power HP
228 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
367 Nm
Torque
390 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
165 kW
Power kW
168 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Staria?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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