Verdict
The RM10,772 gap between the RM179,888 Hyundai Staria and RM190,660 Volkswagen Tayron buys a very different brief. The Staria is the people mover: 10 seats, a 430-litre boot and a 3,273-mm wheelbase, plus 431 Nm from its 2.2-litre diesel. But its RM599 annual road tax is RM479 more and it needs 12.4 seconds to reach 100 km/h. The seven-seat Tayron does 0-100 km/h in 9.6 seconds, costs RM120 a year in road tax and adds autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera. For large families, the Hyundai’s seating advantage is decisive.
Pick the Hyundai Staria if you need 10 seats, a 430-litre boot and the longer eight-year/160,000-km warranty.
Pick the Volkswagen Tayron if seven seats are enough and you want quicker acceleration, lower road tax and substantially fuller driver assistance equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Hyundai Staria RM179,888; Volkswagen Tayron RM190,660.
- Seating: Hyundai Staria 10 seats; Volkswagen Tayron 7 seats.
- Performance: Hyundai Staria 0-100 km/h in 12.4 seconds; Volkswagen Tayron in 9.6 seconds.
- Road tax: Hyundai Staria RM599 per year; Volkswagen Tayron RM120 per year.
- Boot space: Hyundai Staria 430 litres; Volkswagen Tayron 345 litres.
- Warranty: Hyundai Staria 8 years/160,000 km; Volkswagen Tayron 2 years/unlimited mileage.
Staria
- 10 seats and a 430-litre boot
- 431 Nm 2.2-litre diesel
- Eight-year, 160,000-km warranty
- Slower 12.4-second 0-100 km/h time versus 9.6 seconds
- RM599 annual road tax versus RM120
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or adaptive cruise control
Tayron
- 9.6-second 0-100 km/h acceleration
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control
- 360-degree camera and auto parking
- Only seven seats versus 10
- 345-litre boot versus 430 litres
- Two-year warranty versus eight years/160,000 km
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM179,888✓ | RM190,660 |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM599 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection and Variable Geometry Turbocharger | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable intake valve timing with 48-volt MHEV assistance |
| Capacity | 2,199 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 175 hp✓ | 148 hp |
| Torque | 431 Nm✓ | 250 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 85.4 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 16 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | 7-speed Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) |
| Gears | 8 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Hyundai | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 12.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,253 mm | 4,792 mm |
| Width | 1,997 mm | 1,852 mm |
| Height | 1,990 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,273 mm | 2,790 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 10 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 430 litres✓ | 345 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/65R17 | 235/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/65R17 | 235/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho PorTran KC53 | Hankook Ventus evoSUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Napoli Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Napoli Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Dynamic Chassis Control Pro |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front & Rear Side Bags, Curtain Airbags & Front Centre Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Sliding Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 10 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Second Row Passenger Seats | Available on Front Passenger Seat and 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Occupant Alert | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding, Sliding and Reclining 2nd Row, Two Flat-folding, Sliding and Reclining 3rd Row Captain Chairs, 60:40 Split-folding 3rd Row | 40:20:40 Split-Folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-Folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Ceiling-mounted Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Second-row USB, 1 Third-row USB, 2 Last-row USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 4 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual Rear Window Blinds |
| Audio | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto and 4 Speakers | 12.9" Discover Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 8-speaker Volkswagen Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Front Windows, Auto Up and Down, Manual Slide Rear Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Entry | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 2 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Staria & Tayron for sale
Staria vs Tayron FAQ
Is the Hyundai Staria or Volkswagen Tayron better?
The Staria is better for carrying up to 10 people and more luggage. The Tayron is the better choice for seven occupants who prioritise a 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time, RM120 road tax and active safety equipment.
What is the price difference?
The Volkswagen Tayron costs RM10,772 more than the Hyundai Staria.
Which has the better safety and parking equipment?
The Volkswagen Tayron has the fuller package, with autonomous braking that detects pedestrians and cyclists, blind-spot monitoring, steering correction, adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera and auto parking. The Staria has airbags, ABS/EBD and stability control but lacks those systems.