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Hyundai Staria vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (42,400 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Staria or Polestar 2?

Hyundai Staria vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Hyundai Staria

  • considerably more trunk space
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Polestar 2

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  • only slightly cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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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.

Polestar 2 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the Hyundai Staria costs 42,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 437 £.

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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 Polestar 2 offers significantly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 251 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Hyundai Staria takes 10.2 s. That’s about 6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers considerably more torque with 740 Nm compared to 367 Nm. That’s about 373 Nm more.

Staria

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, Polestar 2 is somewhat lighter – 2,015 kg compared to 2,275 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Staria offers considerably more boot space – 831 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 426 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Staria carries clearly more – 775 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 354 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 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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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 km
Hyundai Staria
Polestar 2

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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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Polestar 2

The Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.

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Hyundai Staria
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,400 - 50,500 £
Price
42,000 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
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
Sedan
Seats
7 - 9
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,275 - 2,345 kg
Curb weight
2,015 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
117 - 831 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
-
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,997 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
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Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
605 - 775 kg
Payload
375 - 421 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
225 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
367 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
165 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Polestar
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