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

Hyundai Staria MPV launched in Pakistan On February 23, Hyundai Nishat Motors launched the all-new Staria in Pakistan. As per the specifications, The Staria HGS is powered by a 3.5 MPi V-6 engine, that generates 272 ps power at 6400 RPM. The engine is mated to shift by wire 8-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters. The Hyundai STARIA has been introduced in three different variants with the HGS variant being priced at PKR 9.3 million as...

News  Updated at: 2022/02/24

Hyundai Motor CIS debuts STARIA minivan in Russia On February 17, Hyundai Motor CIS presented the new Hyundai STARIA MPV line available in an 8-seat version, a 7-seat top modification of the STARIA Premium business shuttle, and also as a commercial cargo van. It will be available at a price starting at RUB 2,999,000. The new Hyundai STARIA minivan is equipped with a 2.2-liter CRDi diesel engine with 177 hp or a Smartstream G3.5 gasoline engine d...

News  Updated at: 2022/02/18

Hyundai Staria MPV arrives in Singapore Reported on December 11, 2021, Hyundai Staria spaceship-like 7-seater MPV was launched in Singapore with starting price of SGD 231,999. The Staria’s styling is a result of Hyundai’s “inside-out” approach, which aims to address consumers’ needs for space. Therefore, the design process began with the interior before moving to the exterior. The Staria’s silhouette is defined by a single curve, sup...

News  Updated at: 2021/12/21

for fuel cell vehicles (FCV). The company will invest KRW 41.4 billion (JPY 3.97 billion) at its South Korean subsidiary's plant site to establish the new production base by 2023. In September 2021, the company signed a contract to supply hydrogen tanks to Hyundai Motor Co., Ltd. for 30,000 Hyundai Staria models. (From various releases dated December 16, 2021)...

News  Updated at: 2021/12/17

gineers and researchers, to support its ambitious growth targets and help deliver its target revenue of EUR 3 billion by 2030. The division is planning a first hydrogen vessel production line, operational in 2023 with an annual capacity of 60,000 units, which will manufacture tanks for the Hyundai Staria at the Gyeongju plant in South Korea, the first hydrogen vessel production line in the USA, planned for 2023, and an integrated hydrogen system...

News  Updated at: 2021/12/08

Hyundai Malaysia teases upcoming Kona Electric On October 29, 2021, Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) released the first official teaser for the upcoming Hyundai Kona Electric, its first fully-electric model on its social media updates, mentioning “Prepare to be electrified,” together with an image of the EV crossover.Kona Electric was also spotted in the product video of the Hyundai Staria MPV, which was launched on the 27th. This comes after...

News  Updated at: 2021/11/03

Hyundai Staria Premium MPV launched in Malaysia On October 27, 2021, Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors Malaysia (HSDM) officially launched its Staria Premium MPV at starting price of MYR 358,888. The introduction of the brand’s first luxurious MPV is also in line with Hyundai’s vision for the future of mobility and its transformation into a Smart Mobility Solution provider.The Staria Premium embodies the company’s ‘inside-out’ design methodolog...

News  Updated at: 2021/11/01