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Hyundai STARIA Electric vs Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
Selected trimLUXURY248 mi · 84 kWh · Not available
Selected trim450 4MATICChange trim366 mi · 120 kWh · £129,170
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai STARIA Electric leads on charging speed, while the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai STARIA Electric if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueMercedes-Benz
Hyundai
0
Mercedes-Benz
4.6
Motorway RangeMercedes-Benz
Hyundai
3.6
Mercedes-Benz
5.1
FamilyMercedes-Benz
Hyundai
2.5
Mercedes-Benz
5.4
ChargingHyundai
Hyundai
8
Mercedes-Benz
5.7
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai STARIA ElectricLUXURY | Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not available | £129,170 |
| Official range | 248 miles | 366 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 435 L | 565 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min (better) | 32 min |
| 0-62 mph | Not available | 6.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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Length
Hyundai STARIA Electric5,253mm
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV5,125mm-128mm
Width
Hyundai STARIA Electric1,997mm
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV1,959mm-38mm
Height
Hyundai STARIA Electric1,990mm
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV1,718mm-272mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai STARIA ElectricLUXURY | Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,253 mm | 5,125 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,997 mm | 1,959 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,157 mm |
| Height | 1,990 mm | 1,718 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 11.9 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 403 mm spare | 441 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai STARIA ElectricLUXURY | Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 9 (better) | 7 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 435 L | 565 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 2020 L |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hyundai STARIA Electric
- At 5,253 mm, longer than 100% of MPVs we track.
- Built on an 800 V architecture, one of 2 MPVs we track with a 700 V+ battery system.
- 248 mile WLTP range, longer than 80% of MPVs we track.
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
- At 5,125 mm, longer than 100% of SUVs we track.
- 366 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
- Boot space of 565 L is bigger than 80% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai STARIA Electric LUXURY |  Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.25m | 5.13m-128mm |
| Width | 2.00m | 1.96m-38mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.16m |
| Height | 1.99m | 1.72m-272mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.27m | 3.03m-243mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 435L | 565L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 2020L |
| Seats | 9 (better) | 7 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 11.9m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,630kg (better) | 2,805kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 84kWh | 120kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 248 mi | 366 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 233kW (better) | 200kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | Not available | £129,170 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | MPV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2023+ |
* Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai STARIA ElectricLUXURY | Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 248 miles | 366 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 207 miles | 305 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min (better) | 32 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 233 kW (better) | 200 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 22 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 84 kWh | 108.4 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NCMA | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V (better) | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai STARIA ElectricLUXURY | Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | Not available | 6.1 sec |
| Power | 160 kW | 265 kW (better) |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 800 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Hyundai STARIA Electric
LUXURY
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
450 4MATIC
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Hyundai STARIA Electric
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 450 4MATIC
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 450 4MATIC
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hyundai STARIA ElectricLUXURY | Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 10 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 250,000 km |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Hyundai STARIA Electric and Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 207 miles for the Hyundai STARIA Electric and 305 miles for the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV goes roughly 98 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-32 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai STARIA Electric or the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 38 mm narrower than the Hyundai STARIA Electric. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 441 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV and about 403 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai STARIA Electric.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hyundai STARIA Electric or the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 89% battery health for the Hyundai STARIA Electric and 84% for the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV. That gives the Hyundai STARIA Electric a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
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