A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
Staria starts ZAR 4,099 cheaperStaria from ZAR 975,900 · Trafic Passenger from ZAR 979,999
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Staria
Trafic Passenger
Maximum Power
130 kW @ 3800 rpm
125 kW @ 3500 rpm
Maximum Torque
430 Nm @ 1500 rpm
380 Nm @ 1500 rpm
Engine Size
2199 cc
1997 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
12.5 km/l
13.9 km/l
Ground Clearance
175 mm
199 mm
Boot / Load Bay
175 l
1890 l
Airbags
6
6
Kerb Weight
2220 kg
2160 kg
Seating Capacity
9 seats
9 seats
Warranty
5
5 years / 150000 km
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
Trafic Passenger has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Staria remains close.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Staria
+7 pts
Efficiency
Trafic Passenger
+4 pts
Safety
Trafic Passenger
+10 pts
Practicality
Trafic Passenger
+27 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Staria
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Performance
Catalogue-index leader
Trafic Passenger
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Best suited to:Published EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Staria
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Trafic Passenger
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
Staria
Trafic Passenger
Model Introduced Year
2021
2026
Generation
First generation Staria; completely new platform and design language — not a successor to the H1 in terms of underpinnings or architecture
Current long-wheelbase nine-seat Trafic Passenger introduced to the South African retail range in 2026 with 125 kW Blue dCi power and EAG9 automatic transmission
Facelift History
Launched in SA in 2021 as a full replacement for the H1; no facelift yet in SA
Current Trafic face and smart-cockpit specification with three South African grades: Evolution, Evolution+ and Techno+
Facelift Launched Since
2021
2026
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
MPV
MPV
Color Note
White, Black, Silver, Grey
-
Dealer Stock Note
Executive grade in the South Africa lineup
-
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
published
active
Segment
MPV
Large MPV
Tare Mass Kg
2220 kg
-
Vehicle Type
MPV
MPV
Spec
Staria
Trafic Passenger
Length
5253 mm
5480 mm
Width
1997 mm
1956 mm
Height
1990 mm
1973 mm
Wheelbase
3273 mm
3498 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
175 mm
199 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
75 l
80 l
Boot/Cargo Space
175 l
1890 l
Kerb Weight
2220 kg
2160 kg
Seating Capacity
9 seats
9 seats
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
160 mm
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
-
3070 kg
Payload Capacity
-
910 kg
Towing Capacity
-
2500 kg
Number of Rows
-
3 rows
Minimum Turning Radius
-
6.9 m
Front Headroom
-
1019 mm
Rear Headroom
-
1060 mm
Front Legroom
-
1028 mm
Rear Legroom
-
930 mm
Spec
Staria
Trafic Passenger
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
-
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
-
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Trailing Arm with Coil Spring
Chassis Type
Monocoque
-
Power Steering
Electric
-
Steering Column
Tilt
-
Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
-
Rear Spring Type
Multi-Link
-
Chassis Material
Monocoque
-
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
-
Rear Axle Type
Multi-Link
-
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link
Trailing Arm with Coil Spring
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
-
Spec
Staria
Trafic Passenger
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
-
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
-
Climate Control
Tri-Zone Auto Climate
Manual
Power Windows
All
Front
Keyless Entry
Yes
Standard
Push Button Start
Yes
Standard
Wireless Charging
Yes
Standard
Sunroof
No
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Full LED
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
No
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
No
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
175 l
-
Rear Window Defroster
Yes
-
Electric Mirror Folding
Power Adjustable
-
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
-
12V Accessory Socket
12V
-
AC Type
Tri-Zone Auto Climate
Manual
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
-
Auto Dimming Irvm
No
-
Boot Opener
Inside
-
Climate Zones
Tri-Zone Auto Climate
-
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
-
Engine Check Warning
Yes
-
Engine Start Button Illumination
Yes
-
Engine Start Stop
Yes
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Standard
Engine Warranty
4
-
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Front Power Outlet
Yes
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
8
-
Fuel Lid Opener
Inside
-
Glovebox Cooling
Yes
-
Headlamp Height Adjust
Manual
-
Headlamp Washer
No
-
Hill Start Assist
Yes
-
Panoramic Roof
No
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
-
Power Mirrors
Yes
-
Push Button Start
Yes
Standard
Rear Defogger
Yes
-
Rear Reading Lamps
Yes
-
Rear Seat Split
3rd Row Fold Flat
-
Rear Wing
Yes
-
Rev Matching
Not Available
-
Seat Type
Leather
-
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Yes
-
Service Reminder
Yes
-
Spare Wheel
Full Size
Full-Size
Steering Mounted Controls
Yes
-
Tachometer
Yes
-
Telescopic Steering
No
-
Tilt Steering
Yes
-
Trip Computer
Yes
-
Vanity Mirror
Yes
-
Voice Command
Yes
-
Voice Command Support
Yes
-
Accelerator 0 100
11.0 sec
-
Air Conditioning
Tri-Zone Auto Climate
Manual
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
-
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Bottle Holders
4
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Centre Console
Yes
-
Common Rail Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
-
Diff Lock
No
-
Difflock
No
-
Digital Speedometer
Analogue + MID
-
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Front Wiper
Yes
-
Front Wipers Type
Yes
-
Glove Box
Yes
-
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
-
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Yes
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
-
Load Bed Light
Not Available
-
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
-
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
-
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
-
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
-
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
-
Manual Aircon
Tri-Zone Auto Climate
-
Mirror
Power Adjustable
-
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
-
Passive Entry Start
Yes
-
Power Socket 12v
12V
-
Reading Lights Rear
Yes
-
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
-
Rearview Mirror Inside
No
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
-
Remote Central Locking
Yes
-
Remote Side Mirror
Power Adjustable
-
Rim Size
18-inch Alloy
16-inch Alloy
Roof Rack Compatibility
No
-
Sonar
Front & Rear
-
Sound System
8 Premium
4
Source Model Column
staria
-
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
-
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Sub Frame
Monocoque
-
Surround View Monitor
Yes
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
-
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
-
TPMS
Yes
Standard
Trim Level
executive
-
Unlocking
Yes
Standard
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
Yes
-
Variant Role
Mid-to-high value derivative
-
Vdc
Yes
-
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
-
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
-
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Yes
-
Walk Away Lock
Yes
-
Wireless Charger
Yes
Standard
Spec
Staria
Trafic Passenger
Engine
2.2-litre Turbocharged Diesel
2.0-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
M9R
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2199 cc
1997 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
16
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Common Rail Direct Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
15.1:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
85 mm
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
88 mm
Maximum Power
130 kW @ 3800 rpm
125 kW @ 3500 rpm
Maximum Torque
430 Nm @ 1500 rpm
380 Nm @ 1500 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
9-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
180 km/h
175 km/h
0-100 km/h
11.0 sec
12.5 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
17.8 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal
Eco, Normal
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
58.6 kW/tonne
57.9 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
193.7 Nm/tonne
175.9 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Staria
Trafic Passenger
Engine Position
Front
-
Gearbox
8-speed Automatic
9-Speed EAG9 Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
Front Engine, Front-Wheel Drive
LSD Available
No
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Available
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Available
Number of Gears
8
9
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Standard
Gear Shift Type
8-speed Automatic
Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
No
Not Available
Differential Type Front
Not Available
-
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
8-speed Automatic
Torque Converter Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Front-Wheel Drive
4x2
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
-
Transmission Speeds
8
9
Spec
Staria
Trafic Passenger
Claimed Mileage
12.5 km/l
13.9 km/l
City Mileage
10.0 km/l
11.3 km/l
Highway Mileage
15.5 km/l
16.3 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
75 l
80 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro VI
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
24.7 l
Auto Start Stop
No
Standard
Distance To Empty
Yes
-
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
-
Real-world Mileage
12.5 km/l
13.9 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
75
80
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Staria
Trafic Passenger
Airbags
6
6
ABS
Yes
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Standard
Traction Control
Yes
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Standard
Brake Assist
Yes
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Alarm System
Yes
-
Central Locking
Yes
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Standard
Speed Alert System
Yes
-
Front Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Standard
Safety Rating
Not Rated (SA)
-
AEB
No
Standard
BA
Yes
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Driver Airbag
Yes
Standard
EBD
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Hill Hold
Yes
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Standard
Side Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Yes
Standard
TCS
Yes
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
-
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Yes
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
-
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
-
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
-
ESC With Traction Control
Yes
-
Spec
Staria
Trafic Passenger
Cruise Control
Yes
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
No
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
No
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front and Rear
Rear View Camera
Yes
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Yes
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
No
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Lights
Yes
-
Auto Wipers
No
Standard
Eco Mode
Yes
-
EV Mode
No
-
Rear Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Standard
Reverse Camera
Yes
Standard
Sport Mode
No
-
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Yes
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Standard
Emergency Braking
No
-
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Standard
Parking Distance Sensors
Front & Rear
-
Parking Sensor
Front & Rear
-
Pre-Collision System
No
-
Rain Sensor Wipers
No
-
Rear View Camera
Yes
-
Reverse Camera Type
Yes
-
Reversing Camera
Yes
-
Surround View Camera
Yes
Not Available
Spec
Staria
Trafic Passenger
Seat Material
Leather
Imitation Leather
Seat Adjustment
Power 8-way (Captain)
-
Heated Seats
Front & 2nd Row
Driver
Ventilated Seats
No
Not Available
Steering Type
Electric
-
Steering Adjustment
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Ambient Lighting
Yes
Not Available
Folding Rear Seats
3rd Row Fold Flat
-
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Rear Armrest
No
-
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Cup Holders
4
-
Rear USB Ports
4 (Front + Rear)
-
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Leather
Instrument Cluster Type
Analogue + MID
-
Interior Colour Options
4
-
Door Map Pockets
Yes
-
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Removable Rear Benches
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
-
Adjustable Front Seat
Manual
-
Cooled Seats
No
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
Power 8-way (Captain)
Manual Height and Reach
Fabric Seats
Yes
-
Front Headrest
Yes
-
Leather Seats
No
-
Memory Seats
No
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Power 8-way (Captain)
Manual
Rear Headrest
Yes
-
Armrest Front
Yes
-
Armrest Rear
No
-
Driver Seat
Power 8-way (Captain)
-
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Panoramic roof windows as a signature feature, captain's chairs in the second row on Premium, 10.25-inch touchscreen, wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, distinctive low-mounted dashboard
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Catalogue-index leader
Trafic Passenger
Performance
55/100
Efficiency
55/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
88/100
Staria
Performance
62/100
Efficiency
51/100
Safety
80/100
Practicality
61/100
Ownership
65/100
How to Read This Comparison
🏆Renault Trafic Passenger
leads the catalogue index with 73 pts
vs 64 pts for Staria
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, Trafic Passenger leads. However, Staria may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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It is worth more only when the exact price difference buys equipment, space, performance or ownership cover that matters to you. Compare like-for-like lifecycle states and derivatives; a current offer and a historical last-listed price are not directly equivalent.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This Staria and Trafic Passenger comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Staria 62 vs Trafic Passenger 55.
Efficiency index: Staria 51 vs Trafic Passenger 55.
Safety-equipment index: Staria 80 vs Trafic Passenger 90.
Practicality index: Staria 61 vs Trafic Passenger 88.
Ownership-cover index: Staria 65 vs Trafic Passenger not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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