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Hyundai Staria vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (42,400 £ vs 67,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Staria or Polestar 3?

Hyundai Staria vs Polestar 3: Key differences

Hyundai Staria

  • considerably cheaper
  • barely lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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Polestar 3

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai Staria is considerably cheaper – starting at 42,400 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,200 £.

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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 Polestar 3 offers significantly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 455 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Hyundai Staria takes 10.2 s. That’s about 6.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers substantially more torque with 870 Nm compared to 367 Nm. That’s about 503 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, Hyundai Staria is barely lighter – 2,275 kg compared to 2,315 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Staria offers substantially more boot space – 831 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 347 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Staria carries somewhat more – 775 kg compared to 645 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 is decisively ahead 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 3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 333 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 601 - 647 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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Polestar 3 arrives as a Scandinavian-styled electric SUV that marries minimalist design with a statuesque presence, looking smarter than most in the car park. Inside, the cabin feels airy and thoughtful, with tech and driving manners that lean toward composed comfort rather than outright drama — perfect for buyers who want electric prestige without shouting about it.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,400 - 50,500 £
Price
67,600 - 91,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
601 - 647 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
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
2,315 - 2,525 kg
Trunk capacity
117 - 831 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,997 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
605 - 775 kg
Payload
605 - 645 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
225 HP
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
367 Nm
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
165 kW
Power kW
245 - 500 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
Polestar
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Staria?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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