Hyundai Motor Company Australia has launched the refreshed 2027 Staria and Staria Load, introducing a new hybrid powertrain across its passenger and commercial van range, updated styling, new technology and a flagship seven-seat Staria Lounge.
The updated models are available to order now, with prices starting from $49,990 before on-road costs for the Staria Load and $54,300 before on-road costs for the passenger Staria. Hyundai has also confirmed an all-electric Staria Load will join the range in the second half of 2026.
The headline mechanical change includes a new 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol-hybrid powertrain producing 180kW and 304Nm, offered in the new Staria Lounge and both Staria Load hybrid variants. Hyundai says the latter is the first commercial van in its segment in Australia to offer a hybrid powertrain. The existing 2.2-litre turbo-diesel (130kW) and 3.5-litre petrol V6 (200kW) remain available in the passenger Staria, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, while hybrid models use a six-speed automatic.
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What’s new for 2027?
Exterior updates include a revised front bumper and grille, integrated horizon lighting and new alloy wheel designs, while vertically stacked tail-lights remain. The Staria Load continues to offer a choice of a liftback tailgate or twin swing rear doors.
Inside, Hyundai has introduced its latest Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) infotainment system with a 12.3-inch multimedia display, alongside Bluelink connected services with a five-year complimentary subscription and over-the-air software updates.
Passenger Staria models also receive a new four-spoke leather steering wheel and a steering column-mounted Shift-by-Wire selector, while the Staria Load retains a conventional gear selector and adopts a redesigned open centre console.
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Hybrid powertrain
The new 1.6-litre T-GDi Hybrid combines a turbocharged petrol engine with an electric motor to produce 180kW and 304Nm, driving the front wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission.
Hyundai claims combined fuel consumption of 6.5L/100km, compared with 7.2L/100km for the diesel passenger Staria and 10.5L/100km for the petrol model. Hybrid models also introduce Hyundai’s e-Motion Drive technology, which includes e-Ride, e-Handling and e-Evasive Handling Assist to improve ride comfort, cornering stability and vehicle control during emergency manoeuvres.
Braked towing capacity for hybrid variants is rated at 2,000kg, compared with 2,500kg for diesel and petrol models.
2027 Hyundai Staria powertrain comparison
| Powertrain | Diesel (2.2 CRDi) | Petrol (3.5 MPi) | Hybrid (1.6 T-GDi) | Electric (BEV) |
| Power | 130 kW | 200 kW | 180 kW (130 + 54 kW) | 160 kW |
| Transmission | 8-speed auto FWD | 8-speed auto FWD | 6-speed auto FWD | Single-speed FWD |
| Fuel use (L/100km) | 7.2 (STARIA) / 7.0 (Load) | 10.5 | 6.5 | N/A |
| Braked towing | 2,500 kg | 2,500 kg | 2,000 kg | 0 kg |
| Van cargo (VDA) | 4,935 L | 4,935 L | 4,935 L | 4,935 L |
| Van payload | 997 kg | — | 1,039 kg | 1,005 kg |
Hyundai Staria Lounge becomes new flagship
The new Staria Lounge becomes the flagship of the range and is available exclusively with the hybrid powertrain.
It features a seven-seat layout, Nappa leather upholstery in Black, Burgundy or Beige, heated and ventilated front and second-row seats, second-row relaxation seats, suede headlining, dual sunroofs and acoustic laminated windscreen and front door glass.
The Lounge also introduces Hyundai Digital Key 2, allowing owners to unlock, lock and start the vehicle using a compatible smartphone, with access shareable across up to 15 devices.
Other model-specific equipment includes unique 18-inch alloy wheels, LED four-cube projection headlights, satin chrome exterior trim, dual power sliding doors, a powered tailgate and an exclusive Galaxy Maroon paint finish.
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Hyundai Staria Load range updated
The Hyundai Staria Load line-up has been simplified for 2027, with the previous five-seat version discontinued. All variants are now offered exclusively as two-seat vans while retaining a 4,935-litre cargo area.
The diesel Staria Load starts from $49,990, while the new hybrid is priced from $53,490. Both can be ordered with either a liftback tailgate or twin swing rear doors.
The Staria Load Premium HEV, priced from $61,240, adds LED headlights, 17-inch alloy wheels, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, a surround-view monitor, Highway Driving Assist, an electrochromic rear-view mirror and a powered tailgate.
Hyundai has also confirmed an all-electric Staria Load fitted with a 160kW electric motor and 84kWh battery will arrive in the second half of 2026. Pricing will be announced closer to launch.
Ride and refinement
Hyundai has revised the suspension with new front subframe bushings and rear hydro bushings designed to improve ride comfort and body control.
Additional refinement measures include a thicker dashboard insulator, improved rear acoustic sealing and additional noise suppression for hybrid models through revised engine mount structures.
Pricing and variants at a glance
| Model | Powertrain | Config | MLP |
| Hyundai STARIA (Diesel) | 2.2 CRDi | 8-Seat | $54,300 |
| Hyundai STARIA (Petrol) | 3.5 MPi | 8-Seat | $54,300 |
| Hyundai STARIA Lounge | 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid | 7-Seat | $73,740 |
| Hyundai STARIA Load | 2.2 CRDi | 2-Seat Van | $49,990 |
| Hyundai STARIA Load HEV | 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid | 2-Seat Van | $53,490 |
| Hyundai STARIA Load Premium HEV | 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid | 2-Seat Van | $61,240 |
| Hyundai STARIA Load Electric | 160 kW / 84 kWh | 2-Seat Van | TBC |
All prices are Manufacturer’s List Price (MLP) and exclude delivery and on-road costs.
Warranty and aftersales
The updated range is covered by Hyundai’s myHyundaiCare program, which includes up to a seven-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty when serviced within Hyundai’s dealer network, lifetime roadside assistance and satellite navigation updates. Hybrid and electric models also receive an eight-year/160,000km high-voltage battery warranty.
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