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Subaru BRZ vs Hyundai Staria comparison

Compare performance (235 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 42,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru BRZ or Hyundai Staria?

Subaru BRZ vs Hyundai Staria: Key differences

Subaru BRZ

  • slightly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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Hyundai Staria

  • a bit more efficient
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

BRZ

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Subaru BRZ is slightly cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Hyundai Staria costs 42,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,437 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Staria uses 7.6 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

Staria

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 Subaru BRZ offers only slightly more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Staria delivers noticeably more torque with 367 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 117 Nm more.

BRZ

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 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is substantially lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 2,275 kg. The difference is around 1,000 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Staria offers substantially more boot space – 831 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 594 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Staria carries clearly more – 775 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 371 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Staria comes out modestly 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.

from £42,400
Staria

Hyundai Staria

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Subaru BRZ
Hyundai Staria

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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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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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Subaru BRZ
Hyundai Staria

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Price
42,400 - 50,500 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
199 - 200 g/km
co2
172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Bus
Seats
4
Seats
7 - 9
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Curb weight
2,275 - 2,345 kg
Trunk capacity
237 L
Trunk capacity
117 - 831 L
Length
4,265 mm
Length
-
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,997 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 404 kg
Payload
605 - 775 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 HP
Power HP
225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 Nm
Torque
367 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
172 kW
Power kW
165 kW
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Hyundai
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