The amazing Staria minivan from Hyundai is now available in a camper version. Similar to the ordinary Staria, it won’t be arriving in the US. Originally from the Pacific Northwest, Kyle Hyatt (he/him/his) has been in Los Angeles for the past ten years.
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The Staria from Hyundai is the coolest futuristic minivan we’ll never see.
It appears that the Oldsmobile Silhouette from the 1990s has been given a cyberpunk makeover.
If you haven’t been keeping up, minivans are once again hip. Hyundai has been working diligently on a new minivan (or MPV, as they like to call it) for some time. Hyundai unveiled the Staria on Monday, and while it may be one of the coolest vans we’ve seen in a while, there’s a catch: It won’t be available in the US.
So why do we care if it will always be a forbidden fruit? We are interested because Hyundai says that this will serve as a template for its upcoming “Purpose Built Vehicles”; in other words, this could be a preview of what is to come, even for those of us in North America.
But even without considering what it might mean, the Staria is already rather cool. It has an exterior that is somewhat reminiscent of the Oldsmobile “Dustbuster” vans from the 1990s, but with a cyberpunk twist. It’s strange but endearing.
The Staria’s interior is where magic takes place. Depending on your demands, the minivan can be configured to contain two to eleven seats. There is even a luxury model that features stunning, reclining leather captain’s chairs that nearly remind one of a private plane. Hyundai claims in its news release that the interior was influenced by cruise ships, but thankfully they didn’t go too far with that idea.
The inside is also crammed with tiny storage compartments, including a moveable glovebox that gives the front passenger extra room to stand. Additionally, there are numerous cupholders and USB ports because minivan. In its most cargo-focused configuration, total storage space is a respectable 176.6 cubic feet. In contrast, the Chrysler Pacifica, one of our favorite vans, has space for 140 cubic feet, while the Toyota Sienna only offers a maximum of 101 cubic feet.
A 2.2-liter diesel engine or a 3.5-liter gasoline engine from Hyundai’s SmartStream family will power the Staria. The gasoline variant only comes with an eight-speed automatic transmission, whereas the diesel is available with both a six-speed manual and a six-speed automatic.
The Staria, as I previously stated, won’t be coming to the US, but it is planned to arrive in a few regions in the second half of 2021 (we know for sure that South Korea and Australia will receive it).
Why is Hyundai refusing to sell this in the US?
There are quite a few intelligent help features as well. Active blind spot assistance, autonomous emergency braking assistance, and an alarm system for the backseat passenger. The Staria also includes a 12-speaker Bose audio system, but only for Germany. Even a panoramic glass roof is available for $1,405.
Hyundai does not currently have any intentions to export the Staria to the US. We’re not sure why. Although it doesn’t appear traditional, that would be a selling point in this case. This minivan is already offered in Australia; perhaps Hyundai will start exporting it to the US once production is up and running.
I adore the new camper option that Hyundai put to its Staria minivan.
Surprise, there’s a fresh campervan idea that I’m crazy about. Raph recently questioned me about the origin of my adoration with adorable campers, and I honestly don’t know. I recall owning one as a child’s toy, and I even witnessed a drag race involving a jet-powered VW bus. So I suppose that could have brought us to where we are now—in love with Hyundai’s brand-new Staria camper.
The Hyundai Staria has been the subject of extensive discussion, and for good reason. The company debuted a new minivan in 2021, but hopes were swiftly dashed when Hyundai said it wouldn’t be coming to the USA.
To add salt to the wound, Hyundai has just launched this gorgeous-looking campervan constructed from a Staria.
One of four Staria variants sold by Hyundai in Korea is known as the Hyundai Staria Lounge Camper. A seven- or nine-seater automobile, a freight van, and the Kinder, a futuristic 15-seat schoolbus, are parked next to the camper.
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The Lounge Camper is now available in Korea, and the main improvement is the pop-up roof. The electrically operated pop-top was an addition by Hyundai to add a sleeping area for two passengers above the main cab.
Additionally, there has been an update of that cabin’s interior. Numerous cabinets, a fridge, a sink, and a water tank have all been installed by Hyundai. Additionally, the back seats can be folded to create an additional sleeping area. Thus, four people can sleep comfortably in the Staria Lounge Camper.
There is a retractable awning with built-in lights outdoors. Additionally, Hyundai has installed a table that swings out from under the bed when the back doors are opened.
To preserve its futuristic vibe, the Staria is available in white or black finishes. You can choose to transport your camper with either black or brown inside furnishings.
Yes, the choices are somewhat limited. But compared to the bulk of other factory campers available today, I would gladly choose a white Staria with a brown inside. Simply because, look at it!
But how much would one of these adorable campers cost you in addition to the price of a vacation to Korea? It will start at “about $40,000, with equipped models costing around $55,000,” according to Car And Driver.
Furthermore, Hyundai hasn’t yet announced what kind of engine you’ll get for all of that. However, keep in mind that the base Staria can be ordered with either a four-cylinder, 2.2-liter turbodiesel engine or a 3.5-liter V6 engine. There are no available power options in this area.
What do you think of the Staria Lounge Camper in light of all of this? Would you choose this above the best Volkswagen has to offer, or do you rather traveling in an RV that has a few extra luxuries?
The 2021 Hyundai Staria Minivan is mine to drive. What Information Do You Seek?
You might be astonished to learn that I’m a car fanatic and that I’m eager to drive the brand-new 2021 Hyundai Staria. But I am, and it’s not only because I have to relocate some stuff that my girlfriend left behind at my house. I actually want to see the design process behind this new people-mover because it seems very appealing. What do you want to know about the Hyundai Staria, though, I wonder?
Hyundai is already selling the Staria on the balmy coasts of Australia, despite the fact that it won’t be coming to the United States. I’ll be driving the top-spec Staria Highlander, which has an eight-speed automatic transmission and a 2.2-liter turbodiesel engine. With an impressive 317 pound-feet of torque and 174 horsepower, the diesel has all-wheel drive. The eight seats in the AUDM models are standard, and they can be folded in the typical ways to maximize the interior capacity. Oh, and those sliding doors are powered. Mental.
Why would we review a vehicle that won’t be available in the US for at least another 25 years? you might wonder. There are numerous explanations. Generally speaking, it provides a great contrast to the minivans that are actually offered on the American market. There is always something to learn, whether it is about the interior space, the possibilities, or just clever design choices.
Additionally, because the term “absolutely sick early ’20s aesthetic” recurs every 25 years, young upstart car journalists will find my review when they are writing their “retro van” articles in 25 years. They’ll then go ahead and shoot their own pictures while dressed in attire that mocks how we’re all dressed nowadays. You have to admit that’s a really fantastic thought.
While it’s here, I’ll be utilizing the car exclusively for my daily commute. Everything from excursions to the store to travels on curvy country roads during rush hour will be handled by the Staria. The application cases for a contemporary people-mover are also the subject of a few of my entertaining thoughts. I might be looking into something specific and humorous if you have a hot question about it.
For the next half-hour, I’ll be lurking in the comments section here, so feel free to contact me with your thoughts and inquiries on the Staria. Think it resembles a spaceship or is it just another van? Are you curious in the aroma of the dashboard? You may own all of this knowledge and more. Move along!
The minivan is back in style with the release of the Hyundai Staria MPV production model.
The Starex (also known as the Hyundai iMax and Hyundai i800) minivan will be replaced by the 2022 Staria MPV from the South Korean automaker Hyundai. It was immediately apparent that Hyundai wanted to do something different with its newest people mover, much like Kia is going down the SUV way with its 2022 Carnival.
The 2022 Staria MPV from Hyundai was just unveiled in all its production splendor. It appears Hyundai is taking a different direction with the Staria’s spaceship-like aesthetic elements now that the teasing has officially ended.
Utilizing Hyundai’s cutting-edge “inside-out” design technique, the most recent method for its Purpose Built Vehicles (PBVs) catering to future mobility clients, the newest Staria is “built for both families and enterprises.” In response to client expectations that interior space be given top priority, “inside-out” starts with the interior and moves outward to the exterior.
When viewed from the front, Staria gives off a high-tech and upscale atmosphere thanks to its cyclops position lighting and horizontal daytime running lights that span the width of the car. The Staria’s wide-open radiator grille gives off a futuristic image while still hinting at conventional gasoline or diesel engine. The Staria also boasts low-set headlights similar to those on Hyundai’s Kona, which are quickly becoming the standard aesthetic trend for adding more “zest” to the crossover segment.
According to SangYup Lee, Senior Vice President and Head of Global Hyundai Design, “Staria is Hyundai’s first mass-produced vehicle type developed using the ‘inside-out’ design concept.” Through its ground-breaking design and cutting-edge functionality, Staria will offer clients a whole new experience and value proposition.
The Staria’s squared-off shape and slim vertical lamps resemble the rear end of the Mitsubishi Grandis MPV. The sleek design, low beltlines, and panoramic windows provide a high-tech appearance and feel that won’t be out of place on the Back to the Future 2 movie set.
Staria has enough of space inside for seven to nine adults, although Hyundai provides models with two to eleven seats. Staria Premium will additionally include substantial luxury improvements with seven, nine, or even up to eleven seats. Staria’s driver-focused cockpit is enhanced by a 10.25-inch touchscreen display, a digital instrument cluster without a hood, touch-sensitive buttons, and a shift lever that resembles a button, the latter of which frees up additional space in the large central console.
In the first half of 2021, the Hyundai Staria officially makes its digital debut. Although we wouldn’t mind seeing the new Hyundai Staria cruising American streets in the not-too-distant future, the previous generation Starex never got it here.