Hyundai has expanded its electric vehicle (EV) lineup with the introduction of the Staria Electric, marking the brand’s first fully electric people mover. While Hyundai offers a broad range of EVs—from compact hatches to numerous SUVs—the Staria Electric fills a unique niche, targeting families and commercial operators who require spacious, efficient transport.
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Minimal Visual Changes
The electric version of the Staria retains the same design as its gasoline, diesel, and hybrid counterparts, with only subtle cues indicating its EV status. These include an “Electric” badge on the tailgate and an off-center charging port positioned above the front license plate. The design choice reflects a strategic move to integrate EVs into existing lineups seamlessly, rather than creating radically different vehicles.
Performance and Range
The Staria Electric features a single electric motor delivering 160kW of power and 350Nm of torque to the front wheels. It’s powered by an 84kWh battery pack, offering a WLTP-certified range of “up to” 400km. While Hyundai hasn’t specified the maximum charging rate, the vehicle supports DC fast charging that can replenish the battery from 10% to 80% in approximately 20 minutes under optimal conditions. AC charging at 11kW is also available, alongside a heated charging port for cold climates and vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability for powering external devices.
Interior and Configurations
The Staria Electric’s interior has been updated with physical buttons for audio and climate controls—a departure from the trend toward capacitive touch interfaces. It also features dual 12.3-inch displays for instrumentation and infotainment, running Hyundai’s latest ccNC operating system.
The vehicle will be available in two configurations:
– Wagon: Designed for commercial use (shuttles, tours), seating up to nine passengers with three-seat benches in the second and third rows. It offers 1303 liters of cargo space behind the third row.
– Luxury: Geared toward families, seating seven with captain’s chairs in the second row and a three-person rear bench. This setup includes heated and ventilated seats in both front and middle rows, 435 liters of cargo space, and standard power-sliding doors/tailgate.
Safety and Features
The Staria Electric comes equipped with a suite of safety features, including autonomous emergency braking, lane keeping assist, blind spot monitoring, a 360-degree camera system, parking assistance, and adaptive cruise control with street sign recognition. Additional features include a digital smartphone key, a rear-seat monitoring camera, and a voice amplifier for driver communication with rear passengers.
Availability and Markets
The Staria Electric will launch in South Korea and Europe in the first half of 2026, with expansion to other markets pending. Whether Australia will be among these remains uncertain. The vehicle offers a wide range of exterior colors (including black pearl, white, blue pearl, silver metallic, grey pearl, brown pearl, yellow, and maroon pearl) and interior schemes (black single-tone, black/beige, grey/cream, black/Anthracite Brown, and black/Bordeaux Brown).
The Staria Electric’s arrival signals a growing trend toward electric people movers, as automakers respond to demand for sustainable, spacious transport options. The vehicle’s combination of practicality, modern features, and electric efficiency positions it as a competitive choice in the EV market.
