The Hyundai Staria has attained the distinction of being the top model in the Germany-based auto motor und sport trade journal’s 2022 “Best Cars” awards. This is the second year that the Hyundai model gained that accolade in the “van - import” category, beating out 15 other competitors.
Looks like the Hyundai Staria is a hit with German car buyers
To determine that it is indeed the best within its category, the aforementioned publication held a poll participated by a total of 101,550 readers. By being voted to victory by a significantly large sample size, the Staria exhibited plenty of qualities that struck a chord with buyers in Germany.
The Hyundai Staria’s spacious interior for instance was lauded as one of its stand-out features. In Germany, this Hyundai model comes in a comfort-oriented seven-seater and eleven-seater versions.
German buyers were also impressed with the Staria’s array of onboard equipment. Of particular note to them was its infotainment system which comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Likewise praised was the Staria’s hands-free call function, as well as the high-quality sound of its Bose speaker system.
Safety-oriented buyers also noted the Staria’s advanced driver-assistive safety suite. For the German market, this Korean-made MPV is equipped with forward collision-avoidance assist, pedestrian and cyclist detection, blind spot monitoring, high beam assist, etc.
Comfort is a high priority for car buyers all over the world
The German-spec Staria then uses a 2.2-liter turbodiesel engine that’s capable of producing up to 173 horsepower and 431 Nm of torque. It is then paired to an eight-speed automatic gearbox. Note that this is the same powertrain that’s present on the Hyundai Staria that’s available to the Philippine market as well.
With regards to this win by the Staria, Hyundai Motor Deutschland GmbH Director Jürgen Keller said that it was a “pleasant surprise.” He likewise added this is a sign that their MPV offering is “unparallel in the German market.”
Do you agree with auto motor und sport’s assessment of the Hyundai Staria? Like the German poll voters, do you also like what the Staria is offering?
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Know more about Hyundai Staria 2024
The Hyundai Staria is an MPV available in a cargo version, an 11-seater variant, a nine-seater, or a seven-seater version. Locally, this model has five different variants. There’s the Cargo MT, Commuter MT, GLS+ AT, Premium+ AT AWD nine-seater, and the Premium+ AT AWD seven-seater. Their prices then range from Php 1,560,000 to Php 3,090,000.
Under the hood of the Staria is a 2.2-liter turbodiesel engine that produces up to 173 horsepower and 430 Nm of torque. It is then paired with an eight-speed automatic gearbox or a six-speed manual transmission. The Premium+ trims are the only ones that have all-wheel-drive.
Size-wise, this subcompact is 5,253mm long, 1,970mm wide, and 1,990mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 3,273mm, and it has a ground clearance of 186mm.
Locally, the Staria competes against the Toyota Hiace and the Kia Carnival.
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Hyundai Staria Launch
The 2024 Staria was officially launched along with the re-entry of Hyundai into the Philippine market. Of note, it is now under the management of Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc.
As of launch, the Staria has four variants. There’s the Cargo 2.2 CRDi MT, Commuter 2.2 CRDi MT, GLS+ 2.2 CRDi AT, and the Premium+ 2.2 CRDi AT. The nine-seater version of the Premium+ was then added to the variant roster in 2024.
Hyundai Staria Exterior
The top-spec Staria comes kitted out with dual LED headlamps as well as daytime running headlamps. It also gets LED taillights, a sunroof, power-folding side mirrors, a power tailgate, as well as a rear spoiler.
It then rides on a set of 18-inch alloy wheels.
Hyundai Staria Interior
Depending on the variant, the Staria gets nappa leather seats, and power adjustability for the front cabin seats. The second row can also be reclined.
Occupants are then kept comfortable with automatic climate control, while the driver is provided with an electrochromic rearview mirror, a push-to-start button, as well as a 10.25-inch TFT LCD gauge cluster.
Technology & Safety Features
The higher-spec trims of the Staria are equipped with an eight-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. These can accept voice commands, and it is linked to a BOSE speaker system. A wireless charging pad is also present.
Handling safety for the top-spec variant of this model are dual front airbags, side airbags, curtain airbags, electronic stability control, anti-lock braking with multi-collision brake, hill-start assist, lane keep assist, forward collision avoidance assist, tire pressure monitoring, parking distance warning, and a 360-degree view monitor. It also comes with cruise control, which is adaptive for the Premium+.
Hyundai Staria Chassis
The Staria Philippines uses a MacPherson strut for the front and a Coil-spring-type suspension for the rear. The Cargo is the only trim that comes with leaf springs for the rear.
Braking for this model is handled by disc brakes. Only the top-spec Premium+ and GLS+ get an electronic parking brake.
Hyundai Staria Engine
Powering the Hyundai Staria 2024 is a 2.2-liter CRDi (turbodiesel) engine. At the most, this mill can dish out 173 horsepower and 431 Nm of torque. Depending on the trim, it either gets a six-speed manual gearbox, or an eight-speed automatic gearbox.
Only the top-spec trim is all-wheel-drive. The rest on the other hand are front-wheel-drive.
Hyundai Staria 2024 Price List
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Staria 2.2 CRDi Cargo 6MT | ₱1,560,000 |
| Hyundai Staria 2.2 CRDi Commuter 6MT | ₱1,850,000 |
| Hyundai Staria 2.2 CRDi GLS+ 8AT | ₱2,320,000 |
| Hyundai Staria 2.2 CRDi Premium+ 8AT AWD 9-Seater | ₱2,830,000 |
| Hyundai Staria 2.2 CRDi Premium+ 8AT AWD 7-Seater | ₱3,030,000 |
₱ 1,560,000 - ₱ 3,030,000
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