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Hyundai Staria vs Mercedes VLE comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 276 HP), boot space and price (42,400 £ vs 67,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Staria or Mercedes VLE?

Hyundai Staria vs Mercedes VLE: Key differences

Hyundai Staria

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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Mercedes VLE

  • a bit more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 clearly cheaper – starting at 42,400 £ , while the Mercedes VLE costs 67,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,286 £.

VLE

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 Mercedes VLE offers a bit more power – delivering 276 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 51 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes VLE is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 9.5 s, while the Hyundai Staria takes 10.2 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes VLE delivers very slightly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 367 Nm. That’s about 33 Nm more.

Staria

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Hyundai Staria offers more seats – 9 vs 7.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Staria is clearly lighter – 2,275 kg compared to 2,900 kg. The difference is around 625 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Staria offers barely more boot space – 831 L compared to 795 L. That’s a difference of about 36 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Staria carries marginally more – 775 kg compared to 711 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes VLE shows a few small advantages 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 £67,700
VLE

Mercedes VLE

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 276 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.6 - 20.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 657 - 707 km
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,400 - 50,500 £
Price
67,700 - 92,200 £
Consumption L/100km
7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 20.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
657 - 707 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
7 - 9
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,275 - 2,345 kg
Curb weight
2,900 - 3,161 kg
Trunk capacity
117 - 831 L
Trunk capacity
795 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,997 mm
Width
1,999 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
497 - 711 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
225 HP
Power HP
276 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
367 Nm
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
165 kW
Power kW
203 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
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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