Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Hyundai Staria has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42400 £, while the Mercedes V Class costs 48200 £. That’s a price difference of around 5736 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes V Class manages with 7.10 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Hyundai Staria with 7.60 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.
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 V Class has a slight edge – offering 237 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 12 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes V Class is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Hyundai Staria takes 10.20 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes V Class performs noticeable better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Hyundai Staria tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes V Class pulls evident stronger with 500 Nm compared to 367 Nm. That’s about 133 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Hyundai Staria offers noticeable more seating capacity – 9 vs 6.
In curb weight, Mercedes V Class is hardly perceptible lighter – 2192 kg compared to 2275 kg. The difference is around 83 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes V Class offers clearly more room – 1410 L compared to 831 L. That’s a difference of about 579 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes V Class performs decisively better – up to 5010 L, which is about 3707 L more than the Hyundai Staria.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes V Class somewhat takes the win – 908 kg compared to 775 kg. That’s a difference of about 133 kg.
The Mercedes V Class proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes V Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe V‑Class is the grown-up people mover that blends executive-level comfort with van practicality, ideal for those who want to ferry family and gear without sacrificing luxury. Inside it's plush and flexible, with clever touches that turn long hauls into a comfortable commute and still manage to look serious on the school run.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
42400 - 50500 £
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Price
48200 - 83300 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.60 L
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
172 g/km
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co2
187 - 232 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
7 - 9
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Seats
6
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2275 - 2345 kg
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Curb weight
2192 - 2464 kg
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Trunk capacity
117 - 831 L
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Trunk capacity
610 - 1410 L
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Length
5253 mm
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Length
4895 - 5370 mm
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Width
1997 mm
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Width
1928 mm
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Height
1990 mm
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Height
1901 - 1908 mm
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Max trunk capacity
431 - 1303 L
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Max trunk capacity
4200 - 5010 L
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Payload
605 - 775 kg
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Payload
636 - 908 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
225 HP
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Power HP
163 - 237 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.20 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
167 km/h
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Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
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Torque
367 Nm
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Torque
370 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
165 kW
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Power kW
120 - 174 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Hyundai Staria is available as Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.