Hyundai Staria vs Volkswagen Transporter Kombi

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.

Hyundai Staria in South Africa

Hyundai Staria

2.2D Executive Diesel 8-Speed Automatic Current
ZAR 975,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 130 kW 🔧 430 Nm ⛽ 12.5 km/l
VS
Volkswagen Transporter Kombi in South Africa

Volkswagen Transporter Kombi

Kombi Style 2.0 TDI 4Motion SWB 8AT Diesel Current
ZAR 1,342,400 ex-showroom
⚡ 110 kW 🔧 360 Nm ⛽ 13.2 km/l
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Decision summary

Hyundai Staria vs Volkswagen Transporter Kombi: the short answer

Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.

Staria starts ZAR 126,900 cheaper Staria from ZAR 975,900 · Transporter Kombi from ZAR 1,102,800

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification Staria Transporter Kombi
Maximum Power Staria130 kW @ 3800 rpm Transporter Kombi110 kW
Maximum Torque Staria430 Nm @ 1500 rpm Transporter Kombi360 Nm
Engine Size Staria2199 cc Transporter Kombi1968 cc
Combined Fuel Economy Staria12.5 km/l Transporter Kombi13.2 km/l
Ground Clearance Staria175 mm Transporter Kombi150 mm

Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec Staria Transporter Kombi
Model Introduced Year 2021 Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation First generation Staria; completely new platform and design language — not a successor to the H1 in terms of underpinnings or architecture Current South African Transporter Kombi listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History Launched in SA in 2021 as a full replacement for the H1; no facelift yet in SA Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since 2021 Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending Current Current
Body Style MPV MPV
Color Note White, Black, Silver, Grey Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note Executive grade in the South Africa lineup Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year 2026 Current
Production Status active published
Segment MPV MPV
Tare Mass Kg 2220 kg 2139 kg
Vehicle Type MPV MPV
Drivetrain Note - 4x4 configuration for the local line-up
Spec Staria Transporter Kombi
Length 5253 mm 5050 mm
Width 1997 mm 2032 mm
Height 1990 mm 1975 mm
Wheelbase 3273 mm 3100 mm
Ground Clearance (Default) 175 mm 150 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) Not Officially Disclosed -
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 l 55 l
Boot/Cargo Space 175 l -
Kerb Weight 2220 kg 2139 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) Not Officially Disclosed 3075 kg
Payload Capacity Not Officially Disclosed 936 kg
Towing Capacity Not Officially Disclosed -
Seating Capacity 9 seats 8 seats
Number of Rows 3 rows -
Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius Not Officially Disclosed 11.8 m
Front Headroom Not Officially Disclosed -
Rear Headroom Not Officially Disclosed -
Front Legroom Not Officially Disclosed -
Rear Legroom Not Officially Disclosed -

In depth: how these cars differ

This Staria and Transporter Kombi comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.

Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.

Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.

Specification Score Withheld

Hagalu does not turn missing specifications into neutral scores or guessed values.

Fail closed

Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.

Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.

What the evidence means

No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.

Staria vs Transporter Kombi questions

There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.

Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.

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.