The Hyundai Staria and Staria Load have been revealed with major updates for 2027, bringing a refreshed take on the futuristic people-mover and van duo. The new lineup brings hybrid power, an EV, more tech, and a new premium flagship in Australia.
The 8-seat people mover trim starts at $54,330, while the van variant starts at $49,990 (both before on-road costs). It’s already known in Australia for its bold, spaceship-like design and as the successor to the iLoad and iMax. The Staria range is now bigger, smarter, and more diverse than ever.
Pricing and variants
| Vehicle | Powertrain | Door style | Pricing (before on-roads) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staria Petrol | 3.5L MPi 8AT | 8-seat, 5-door | $54,330 |
| Staria Turbo-Diesel | 2.2L CRDi 8AT | 8-seat, 5-door | $54,330 |
| Staria Lounge (New) | 1.6 T-GDi HEV 6AT | 7-seat, 5-door | $73,740 |
| Staria Load | 2.2L CRDi 8AT | Liftback, Twin Swing | $49,990 |
| Staria Load HEV | 1.6 T-GDi HEV 6AT | Liftback, Twin Swing | $53,490 |
| Staria Load Premium HEV | 1.6 T-GDi HEV 6AT | Liftback | $61,240 |
| Staria Load Electric | 84kWh, 160kW | Liftback, Twin Swing | TBA |
Launch timing
Both the Hyundai Staria (people-mover) and Staria Load (van) will launch on the following timeline:
- Diesel & petrol: April 2026
- Hybrid: June 2026
- Electric (Staria Load): Q3–Q4 2026
A fully electric Staria Load, unveiled in January 2026, is expected to enter mass production with Australian arrivals likely in late 2026 or early 2027.
Performance and powertrain details
| Spec | Diesel | Petrol | Hybrid | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 130kW | 200kW | 132kW (ICE) + 54 kW (Motor) = 180 kW (combined) | 160kW |
| Drivetrain | 8AT FWD | 8AT FWD | 6AT FWD | FWD |
| Combined fuel consumption | 7.0L/100km (Staria Load), 7.2L/100km (Staria) | 10.5L/100km | TBA | TBA |
| Towing capacity | 2,500 kg (braked), 750 kg (unbraked) | 2,500 kg (braked), 750 kg (unbraked) | 0 kg (braked, unbraked) | 2,000 kg (braked), 750 kg (unbraked) |
| Van cargo area (VDA) | 4,935L | 4,935L | 4,935L | 4,935L |
| Van payload | 997kg | – | 1,039kg | TBA |
Hyundai has expanded the Staria lineup with electrified options for 2027, including a new 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid powertrain. The full Staria powertrain lineup now includes petrol, turbo-diesel, hybrid, and electric (coming soon) options.
Also read: Hyundai’s 2026 Australia line-up revealed
Hyundai Staria standard specifications
The 2027 update refines the Hyundai Staria’s distinctive look. It has a new, sharper horizontal grille, signature horizontal LED light bar, vertical tail-lights retained and a broader, more futuristic stance. Buyers get six exterior colours to choose from. Here are its standard features for the different trims and the flagship variant:
Hyundai Staria Load (2-seat)
| Exterior | Interior and tech | Safety |
|---|---|---|
| 17-inch steel wheels with half cover Full-size spare wheel Rear spoiler with LED HMSL Rear fog lamp Repeater lamps (side mirrors) Rear combination lamp Halogen Bi-MFR headlights & bulb DRL Heated electric side mirrors Liftback rear door | Day and night rear-view mirror Cloth seats Leather steering wheel Manual tilt & telescopic steering Power windows Driver & passenger illuminated sunvisors Solar windshield (with sunband) Solar front door glass + tinted rear glass Heated rear backlite glass (timer) Front roof tray Single-zone automatic climate control (New) Front manual single-zone climate system 12V outlet (front) USB charging port Wireless charging pad Smart key & push-button start (New) Electronic park brake 4.2″ digital cluster 12.3″ multimedia display (New) Bluelink (OTA updates) (New) PTC heater (diesel) Battery heating system (EV) 12.3″ supervision cluster (EV) Shift-by-wire (SBW) (EV) Satellite navigation (EV) Trailer package (EV) Dual charging ports (EV) | 7 airbags Tyre pressure monitoring system Hyundai SmartSense Suite Forward Collision Avoidance 1.5 (FCA) Blind-spot Collision Avoidance – Rear (BCA-R) Lane Following Assist (LFA) Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) Smart Cruise Control with stop & go Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA) Manual Speed Limit Assist (MSLA) Parking Distance Warning (Front/Rear) |
Hyundai Staria Load Premium (2-seat)
Here are its key features and specifications over the Hyundai Staria Load Hybrid:
| Exterior | Interior and tech | Safety |
|---|---|---|
| 17-inch alloy wheels Full-size alloy spare wheel LED rear fog lamp LED rear combination lamps (dynamic indicators) LED horizon garnish lamp LED positioning lamps LED Multi-MFR headlights & DRL Body-colour rear spoiler w/ LED HMSL Liftback rear tailgate | 12.3″ supervision cluster (New) Heated front seats (New) Heated steering wheel(New) Electrochromic mirror Power opening tailgate | Highway Driving Assist (HDA) Surround View Monitor (SVM) Blind-spot view monitor |
Hyundai Staria people-mover (8-seat)
| Exterior | Interior and tech | Safety |
|---|---|---|
| 18-inch alloy wheels (A-type) LED Bi-MFR headlights & DRL LED rear combination lamps LED rear fog lamp LED repeater lamps Rear spoiler with LED HMSL Heated electric mirrors Full-size alloy spare | 4.2″ digital cluster 12.3″ multimedia display (New) Bluelink w/ OTA (New) Bluetooth voice recognition Smart key & push start (New) Electronic park brake 12V outlet USB charging ports Cloth seats Leather steering wheel Manual tilt & telescopic steering Power windows Illuminated sunvisors Climate & Comfort Front manual single-zone AC Rear manual single-zone AC Solar windshield + front glass Tinted rear glass Heated rear backlite PTC heater (diesel) | 7 airbags TPMS FCA 1.5 BCA-R LFA LKA Smart Cruise Control 2 (Stop & Go) (New) ISLA/MSLA Parking Distance Warning |
Flagship: Staria Lounge people-mover (7-seat)
Here are the top-spec variant’s key features and specifications over the Hyundai Staria people-mover (8-seat):
| Exterior | Interior and tech | Safety |
|---|---|---|
| 18-inch alloy wheels (B-type) (New) LED 4-cube projection headlights Dual power sliding doors Power tailgate Dual sunroof (tilt & slide) Satin chrome door handles | 12.3″ supervision cluster Surround view monitor In-cabin camera Rear passenger talk/view system Satellite navigation Front automatic single-zone AC Rear automatic single-zone AC Nappa leather upholstery 2nd-row relaxation seats Heated & ventilated seats (first two rows) Suede headlining and pillars Power front seat adjustment Heated steering wheel Acoustic laminated glass (windscreen + front doors) Privacy side glass Deluxe door scuff plates Ambient lighting Chrome interior handles Metal pedals Sunvisors (suede, illuminated) Manual rear curtains | Highway Driving Assist (HDA)Parking Distance Warning (Front/Side/Rear)Rear Occupant Alert (sensor-based) Electrochromic mirror |
The big picture
The 2027 Hyundai Staria lineup marks a major evolution for Hyundai’s van and people mover strategy. Hybrid tech brings better efficiency and refinement, the new Hyundai Staria Lounge pushes into premium territory, and a fully EV variant is set to follow in late 2026.
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