Verdict
At RM179,888, the Hyundai Staria costs RM10,772 less than the RM190,660 Volkswagen Tayron and answers a very different family brief. Its 10 seats, 430-litre boot and 3,273-mm wheelbase make it the people-mover here, while the Tayron is a seven-seat SUV with a 345-litre boot. The Volkswagen is much quicker at 9.6 seconds to 100 km/h versus 12.4 seconds, and brings 9 airbags, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control. For Malaysian buyers moving large groups, the Staria’s space and eight-year/160,000-km warranty carry real weight; the Tayron is the better-equipped choice for seven occupants.
Pick the Hyundai Staria if you need 10 seats, a 430-litre boot and an eight-year/160,000-km warranty for less money.
Pick the Volkswagen Tayron if seven seats are enough and you want 9 airbags, autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and 9.6-second acceleration.
Key differences
- Price: Hyundai Staria RM179,888; Volkswagen Tayron RM190,660.
- Seating and boot space: Hyundai Staria 10 seats and 430 litres; Volkswagen Tayron 7 seats and 345 litres.
- Power and torque: Hyundai Staria 175 hp and 431 Nm; Volkswagen Tayron 148 hp and 250 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Hyundai Staria 12.4 seconds; Volkswagen Tayron 9.6 seconds.
- Dimensions: Hyundai Staria 5,253 mm long with a 3,273-mm wheelbase; Volkswagen Tayron 4,792 mm long with a 2,790-mm wheelbase.
- Safety hardware: Hyundai Staria has 6 airbags; Volkswagen Tayron has 9 airbags plus autonomous braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection.
Staria
- 10 seats and a 430-litre boot
- 431 Nm diesel torque from 1,500 rpm
- Eight-year/160,000-km warranty
- Slower 12.4-second 0-100 km/h time versus 9.6 seconds
- 6 airbags versus 9, with no autonomous braking or blind-spot system
- Manual front-seat adjustment and manual air-con
Tayron
- 9 airbags, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control
- 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- 12.9-inch touchscreen, 360-degree camera and auto parking
- Seven seats versus the Staria's 10
- 345-litre boot versus 430 litres
- Two-year warranty versus the Staria's eight years, despite unlimited mileage
| 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 at 3,800 rpm✓ | 148 hp |
| Torque | 431 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ | 250 Nm at 1,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 85.4 mm × 96 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 | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 9 (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.
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Staria vs Tayron FAQ
Is the Hyundai Staria or Volkswagen Tayron better?
The Staria is better for carrying people, with 10 seats and a 430-litre boot. The Tayron is better equipped for safety and driver assistance, with 9 airbags, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control, while reaching 100 km/h in 9.6 seconds.
What is the price difference?
The Volkswagen Tayron costs RM10,772 more than the Hyundai Staria.
Which one is better for a large family?
The Hyundai Staria is the clear large-family choice. It has 10 seats against the Tayron's seven, a 430-litre boot against 345 litres, and a much longer 3,273-mm wheelbase.
