Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors, which launched the i30 N in 2019 and previewed the Ioniq 5 N prior to HMY assuming principal duties. The same quarter will also see the debut of CKD versions of the Hyundai Tucson and Hyundai Santa Fe. Both SUVs were part of HMY’s initial model range and will follow the Staria MPV into local assembly at Sime Motors’ Inokom plant in Kulim, Kedah. HMY also teased a B-segment MPV scheduled for Q4 2026, widely expected ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/13

Hyundai Mobility Japan to launch “STARIA Electric” minivan as early as autumn 2026 Hyundai Mobility Japan Co., Ltd. (Nishi Ward, Yokohama City) aims to introduce its “STARIA Electric” multi-purpose electric vehicle (EV) to the Japanese market as early as autumn 2026. Hyundai Motor Company of South Korea unveiled the STARIA Electric at the “Brussels Motor Show 2026” held in Belgium. The electric minivan will be released in Korea and Eu...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/23

Hyundai unveils STARIA Electric MPV at 2026 Brussels Motor Show On January 9, Hyundai Motor Company unveiled the STARIA Electric at the Brussels Motor Show 2026. The production of new electric MPV is scheduled to begin at Hyundai Motor’s Ulsan plant in South Korea.  STARIA Electric will go on sale in Korea and Europe in the first half of 2026, with additional markets to follow.  EV-specific elements, including a closed front design and simpl...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/12

nomous driving vehicles that can drive fully autonomously under limited conditions in the future. The South Korean automaker plans to offer MaaS (mobility as a service) to raise awareness and thereby increase new-car sales in Japan. In South Korea, on-demand mobility services, combining the Hyundai Staria minivans, available as gasoline-, diesel-, and hybrid-powered models, with a user app for service users. It has also begun overseas expansion i...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/18

Hyundai Motor Malaysia begins sales of locally-made STARIA MPV Announced on October 15, 2025, Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY) officially launched sales of the locally-assembled Hyundai STARIA MPV.This marks the first model produced in Malaysia under the HMY banner, in collaboration with assembly partner Inokom at Sime Motors’ Kulim facility in Kedah.Starting at MYR 179,888, the 2.2L turbodiesel STARIA MPV offers premium comfort, advanced safety te...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/20

Hyundai Motor Malaysia opens bookings for locally-assembled STARIA MPV Reported on October 8, 2025, Hyundai Motor Malaysia officially opened bookings for the locally-assembled STARIA turbodiesel MPV, a model designed to elevate space, comfort, and versatility.  Priced from around MYR 179,888 to MYR 267,888, it maintains parity with the previously fully-imported (CBU) version. This is Hyundai’s first locally-assembled (CKD) model since Hyundai...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/09

ive in Indonesia, exploring the twists and turns that have played out so far, and give our predictions as to what surprises await us in the plot ahead. Act I: The Struggle Before the pandemic, Hyundai Indonesia was a small player, with its average annual sales reaching just 1k units in 2016-19. The Staria MPV was Hyundai’s only locally produced model, manufactured under a contract with PT Handal’s facility. Although the automaker’s role was...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/29

Hyundai Malaysia prioritizes ICE and hybrid vehicles, no current plans for BEVs On July 2, 2025, Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY) officially launched 3 models: the all-new Santa Fe (5th-generation SUV) starting at MYR 225,000, the new Tucson (facelifted 4th-generation SUV) from MYR 143,888, and the updated Staria MPV from MYR 179,888. Each is offered in 4 variants with internal combustion engine and hybrid options. Although Hyundai previously offered...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/04

Hyundai launches STARIA hybrid in Turkiye On December 5, Hyundai launched the hybrid version of STARIA, MPV in Turkiye. The STARIA MPV enters the 2025 model year with a new hybrid engine, replacing the previous 2.2-liter diesel engine. It now features a 1.6-liter turbocharged gasoline unit paired with a 1.49 kWh battery, delivering a total of 225 horsepower and 367 Nm of torque. The vehicle is also equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission. ...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/06

tedly planning to invest around USD 480 million in Malaysia over the next 5 years from 2025. In partnership with its local partner, Inokom Corp, Hyundai aims to upgrade its CKD assembly plant, which currently produces the older-generation Santa Fe SUV model, and start production of its MPV and the Staria minivan by mid-2025. The range is set to cover mid-to-large SUVs in the future. Initially, the annual production scale is said to start at 20,0...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/26

Hyundai launches STARIA van in Poland On September 26, Hyundai launched the new STARIA van in Poland, with prices starting at PLN 199,900. The vehicle is manufactured at Hyundai’s Ulsan factory in Korea, with the first units expected to be delivered in November 2024. The vehicle is largest model in Hyundai's product offering in Europe.  The vehicle will be offered in four variants: the SMART, SMART Business, and SMART VIP versions will be avai...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/27

320 km (WLTP). It can add 100 km of range in just 10 minutes of charging. It is equipped with a 76.1 kWh battery, a smart battery management system (BMS), and offers vehicle-to-load (V2L) functions specialized for multi-purpose vehicles (MPV). The interior of the vehicle is inspired by Hyundai’s STARIA model. It also features various advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) features. Based on Hyundai Europe press release...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/17

Hyundai Stargazer X MPV in Vietnam. Developed based on the Stargazer that was introduced in Vietnam in 2022, the Stargazer X comes with a bold design. Its overall dimensions are (LWH) 4,495x 1,815x 1,710 mm with a wheelbase of 2,780 mm. The car also takes design inspiration from the elder MPV model Staria. It also comes with a large rectangular grille and a bumper with an X-shaped design with trapezoidal front air vents. It is powered by a SmartS...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/19

ial Program for the Economies of Central Asia (SPECA). SPECA includes Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. The exhibition is taking place in Baku, Azerbaijan. Astana Motors presented Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai Santa Fe, Hyundai Palisade, and Hyundai Staria models. These cars are produced at the Hyundai Trans Kazakhstan plant in Almaty. Based on Astana Motors press release ...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/06

Green NCAP announces the ratings for six cars On April 27, Green NCAP announces the ratings for six cars new Nissan Ariya, Renault Austral, Volkswagen T-Roc, Volvo XC40, Ford Fiesta, and new Hyundai STARIA. Tests reveal that the Volkswagen T-Roc achieved the “Highest Clean Air Index” of all gasoline and diesel cars that Green NCAP has assessed to date. The electric Nissan Ariya stands out due to its high charging efficiency. Hyundai STARIA...

News  Updated at: 2023/04/27

wasaki, and Royal Enfield. This event is expected help stimulate the overall country’s economy at no less than THB 50 billion.The highlighted models of this year's show included Mitsubishi XRT Concept, Honda CR-V, Toyota LPG HEV Taxi Concept, Toyota Prius HEV Concept, Hyundai Stargazer, Hyundai Staria Premium, Peugeot 408 PHEV, BYD Dolphin, BYD Seal, MG ES, MG Maxus 9, GWM TANK 500, Lexus RZ 450e, Ford Ranger Stormtrak, BMW XM, Mercedes-Benz ...

News  Updated at: 2023/03/21

Hyundai Motor Philippines stays among Top 10 car brands locally in January 2023 with sales of 642 cars Reported on February 22, 2023, Hyundai Motor Philippines, in the month of January 2023 alone, enjoyed sales of 642 units, sitting among the Top 10 car brands locally. Of its total sales, the Stargazer sold 191 units, the Creta’s sales reached 131 units, and the Staria sold 117 units. Meanwhile, the Tuscon, H-100, Palisade, Santa Fe, Venue, an...

News  Updated at: 2023/02/22

imported in CBU form from Indonesia. Prices ranging from VND 575 million to VND 685 million, the 4 variant choices are 1.5L Standard, 1.5L Special, 1.5L Premium, and 1.5L Premium 6 seats. The Stargazer will be produced in Vietnam from 2023. Hyundai Stargazer, which is inspired by the design of the Staria MPV, owns windshield designed with a seamless bevel with the bonnet extending throughout the whole car. Developed on Hyundai's latest K2 platfo...

News  Updated at: 2022/10/26

Hyundai Staria 10-seater MPV launched in Malaysia, replacing Grand Starex MPV On October 5, 2022, Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) has launched the Hyundai Staria 10-seater MPV, the true replacement for the Grand Starex, in Malaysia. Priced from MYR 179,888 on-the road without insurance, 3 variants of the Staria 10-seater are available, namely the entry-level Lite, the mid-spec Plus, and the range-topping Max. In October 2021, Hyundai Staria made...

News  Updated at: 2022/10/06

increase production to full capacity, of which the plant will produce up to 20,000 units using the small-knot method.40 thousand cars will be for the domestic market and the rest for export. At present Hyundai Trans Kazakhstan produces seven models of Hyundai - Sonata, Elantra, Santa Fe, Palisade, Staria, i30, as well as Tucson by a small-knot method with welding and body paitnting. In 2022, the company plans to produce 3,000 Hyundai Tucson unit...

News  Updated at: 2022/08/26