Ford Tourneo vs Hyundai Staria vs Kia Carnival: Which one has the lowest running costs?
The multipurpose van may not be a go-to for many consumers, but it has uses that you didn't know you needed until you have used one. Three of the big choices that many consumers are faced with are the Ford Tourneo, Hyundai Staria, and Kia Carnival.
The MPV or Multi Purpose Vehicle market is not just for hotels and airport transfers, but extends to fields like the funeral industry. An MPV may not be the first type of vehicle that springs to mind for a large family, but once you have welcomed one into your home, the benefits far outweigh the cons. One of the big cons is the cost of running an MPV.
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We look at three popular models currently on sale and see which of these vans makes the most sense. Keep in mind that the benefits of each depend entirely on what purpose the vehicle will fulfil, and we are approaching this not from a commercial standpoint but instead from that of a large family with extra space needs.
Important figures
| Ford Tourneo 2.0 SiT Trend LWB | Hyundai Staria 2.2 Elite | Kia Carnival 2.2CRDi EX+ | |
| Engine | 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbo diesel | 2.2-litre 4-cylinder turbo diesel | 2.2-litre 4-cylinder turbo diesel |
| Power | 100km / 360Nm | 130kW / 430Nm | 148kW / 440Nm |
| Gearbox | 8 Speed Automatic | 8 Speed Automatic | 8 Speed Automatic |
| Fuel Cons. (Claimed) | 7.4 L /100km | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/ 100km |
| Driven Wheels | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 | 7 |
| Warranty | 4 Years / 120 000km | 5 Year / 150 000 (Vehicle) 7 Year / 200 000 (Engine) | 5 Year / unlimited km |
| Service plan/Maintenance | 6 years | 6 years | 6 years |
| Duration | 90 000km | 90 000 | 90 000km |
| Price | R 1 104 500 | R 1 050 500 | R 1 018 995 |
Repayments
These vehicles are aimed at families, so buyers should expect a healthy 12% interest rate depending on credit history if they put down a 25% deposit or trade-in and finance over 72 months.
| Ford Tourneo 2.0 SiT Trend LWB | Hyundai Staria 2.2 Elite | Kia Carnival 2.2CRDi EX+ | |
| Price | R 1 104 500 | R 1 050 500 | R 1 018 995 |
| 25% Deposit | R 276 125 | R 262 625 | R 254 748 |
| Monthly Installment | R 16 195 | R 15 403 | R 14 941 |
Service and maintenance
Brand equity plays a significant role here; these vehicles may all be running similar drivetrains, but the out-of-plan services and parts pricing get more expensive as the brand value does. Replacing parts on a Ford is not overly expensive, as it shares many of its parts with other models within the Ford lineup. Still, some parts of the Hyundai and Kia may be more costly due to the model's exclusivity.
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Verdict
The Tourneo may not be the most powerful, but what it delivers is a great value proposition compared to its Korean counterparts. The Ford Tourneo also has a practicality option with the seating arrangement and the AdBlue system that reduces emissions. The two Korean brands tend to lean more toward the executive side, with higher levels of plushness and premium interiors. The Tourneo has a higher initial cost, but over time, it will cost you less in ownership costs and has much better practical use.
