Hyundai Staria vs Peugeot E-Expert
What's the difference?

Hyundai Staria

$47,740 - $73,740

2026 price

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Peugeot E-Expert

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2024 price

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Volvo C40

Summary

2026 Hyundai Staria

2024 Peugeot E-Expert

By Mark Oastler

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Turbo 4, 1.6L

Electric motor type

Permanent Magnet

Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded/Electric

Vehicle type

Battery Electric

Fuel Efficiency

6.5L/100km (combined)

Electric range

330 km

Energy consumption

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Battery capacity

75.00 kWh

Seating

Likes

Hybrid performance & economy
One-tonne-plus payload
ANCAP safety rating

One-tonne payload
Load-through hatch
Long service intervals (km)

Dislikes

No tow rating
Cargo load volume
Cabin noise at highway speeds

High purchase price
Centre passenger legroom/headrest
No stays to hold barn-doors at 180-degrees open

2026 Hyundai Staria Summary

Hyundai has recently launched an updated Staria Load range, with the most significant addition for buyers of mid-size (2.5 tonne-3.5 tonne GVM) commercial vans being the first-time availability of a hybrid drivetrain.

On paper this new HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicle) option brings numerous advantages over its diesel sibling, so we recently spent a week at the wheel to see if they are sufficient to win over traditional diesel van buyers.

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2024 Peugeot E-Expert Summary

French manufacturer Peugeot is at the cutting edge of electric commercial vans in Australia, having introduced its E-Partner small van (under 2.5-tonnes GVM) in 2023 before recently adding its new E-Expert in the popular mid-size segment (2.5 to 3.5-tonne GVM).

We recently spent a working week aboard the E-Expert to see if it has what it takes to provide a genuine zero-tailpipe-emissions alternative to Toyota’s dominant diesel-only HiAce.

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Deep dive comparison

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Verdict

The Staria Load HEV offers numerous advantages over its diesel equivalent including superior fuel economy, lower exhaust emissions, higher power output and a bigger payload. However, it also has a higher purchase price and no tow rating, so careful analysis of your specific work requirements will determine if Hyundai’s new hybrid van is fit for purpose.

Verdict

The driving comfort and competent load-carrying ability of the E-Expert in a daily short-haul working role would be well suited to both tradies and fleets, if equipped with the convenience of back-to-base overnight charging at home or depot. However, its zero-tailpipe-emissions technology comes at a high price, requiring careful cost-benefit analysis by potential buyers.

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Hyundai Staria vs Peugeot E-Expert
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