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Hyundai Staria vs VW Polo comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (42,400 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Staria or VW Polo?

Hyundai Staria vs VW Polo: Key differences

Hyundai Staria

  • only slightly more power
  • substantially more trunk space
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VW Polo

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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.

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.

VW Polo is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Hyundai Staria costs 42,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,170 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Polo uses 5.1 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Hyundai Staria with 7.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

Polo

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 Hyundai Staria offers only slightly more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Hyundai Staria takes 10.2 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Staria delivers somewhat more torque with 367 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 47 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, VW Polo is clearly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 2,275 kg. The difference is around 1,132 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Staria offers substantially more boot space – 831 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 480 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Staria carries clearly more – 775 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 318 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Polo 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.

from £17,300
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VW Polo

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 80 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
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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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Reviews Hyundai Staria

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VW Polo

The Polo is a well-built, comfortable hatchback that blends a refined cabin and composed manners into a compact package. It's easy to live with day to day, offering sensible space, tidy controls and reassuring quality that make it a practical choice for city or longer trips.

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Reviews VW Polo

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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Michel
13 Jun 2026, 15:24:46

Nice, spacious car with many options available (panoramic roof and travel assist).

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,400 - 50,500 £
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Consumption L/100km
7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
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
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
7 - 9
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,275 - 2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Trunk capacity
117 - 831 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,997 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 775 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
225 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
367 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
165 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Staria?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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