Hyundai Staria vs LDV MIFA 9

The Hyundai Staria starts from $50,500 before on-road costs, while the LDV MIFA 9 opens at $104,000. That makes the Hyundai Staria the more affordable entry point by $53,500.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $55,550 and $114,400 respectively.

The LDV MIFA 9 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Hyundai Staria, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the Hyundai Staria and LDV MIFA 9 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 85% for the Hyundai Staria and 93% for the LDV MIFA 9.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The LDV MIFA 9 packs more ADAS features with 6 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 5 in the Hyundai Staria.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Hyundai Staria and 8 in the LDV MIFA 9.

How long each takes to charge — from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC — estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Hyundai Staria features a 8-inch touchscreen paired with a 4.2-inch digital dash, while the LDV MIFA 9 gets a 12.3-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Hyundai Staria stands out with Apple CarPlay that you will not find on the LDV MIFA 9. The LDV MIFA 9 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, power tailgate and V2L. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Hyundai Staria gets cloth upholstery while the LDV MIFA 9 offers leatherette.

The Hyundai Staria uses a Petrol producing 200kW and 331Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout.

The LDV MIFA 9 responds with a Electric Motor making 180kW and 350Nm, paired to a single speed driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 12 seconds.

The Hyundai Staria has the clear power advantage at 200kW vs 180kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Hyundai Staria measures 5,253mm long on a 3,273mm wheelbase, 17mm shorter than the LDV MIFA 9 at 5,270mm (3,200mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Hyundai Staria generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 831L in the Hyundai Staria and 466L in the LDV MIFA 9, giving the Hyundai Staria a 365L advantage. The Hyundai Staria seats 8 vs 7.

For towing, the Hyundai Staria leads with a 2,500kg braked capacity vs 1,000kg. That 1,500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Hyundai Staria) vs 5 years / 160,000km (LDV MIFA 9). Both match on warranty length.