Hyundai Staria vs Volkswagen Transporter Kombi

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.

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
Add a 3rd car

At a Glance — Who Wins What

Performance Not enough comparable data
Fuel Economy Not enough comparable data
🛡 Safety Not enough comparable data
📦 Practicality Not enough comparable data
🔑 Ownership Not enough comparable data
Staria starts ZAR 126,900 cheaper Staria from ZAR 975,900 · Transporter Kombi from ZAR 1,102,800

Key Specs Side by Side

The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.

Spec Staria Transporter Kombi
Maximum Power 130 kW @ 3800 rpm 110 kW
Maximum Torque 430 Nm @ 1500 rpm 360 Nm
Engine Size 2199 cc 1968 cc
Combined Fuel Economy 12.5 km/l 13.2 km/l
Ground Clearance 175 mm 150 mm
Boot / Load Bay 175 l -
Airbags 6 Front airbags
Kerb Weight 2220 kg 2139 kg
Seating Capacity 9 seats 8 seats
Warranty 5 3 years / 120 000 km

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The Bottom Line

The verified specification tables are ready to compare, but Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.

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 published 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
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 l 55 l
Boot/Cargo Space 175 l -
Kerb Weight 2220 kg 2139 kg
Seating Capacity 9 seats 8 seats
Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) - 3075 kg
Payload Capacity - 936 kg
Minimum Turning Radius - 11.8 m

Catalogue Score Withheld

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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.

How to Read This Comparison

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Questions Buyers Usually Ask

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In Depth — Breaking It All Down

This Staria and Transporter Kombi comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.

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.