Hyundai's popular family MPV, Hyundai Staria, is now getting ready for a major midlife update. The global debut of this facelifted version is going to be seen around late 2025 or early 2026.
This updated Staria will first be launched in the South Korean market. After that, it will gradually be introduced in the markets of Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia with Outstanding features.
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India Launch Plans of Hyundai Staria.
If we talk about the India launch, then Hyundai has not yet prepared any plan to bring the Hyundai Staria to the Indian market. Yes, the company did showcase this MPV at the Bharat Mobility Show in January, but no launch plan has been announced since then.
Design Updates Spied Before Launch.
The company has started the testing phase of the Hyundai Staria facelift. One of its test mules was recently spied in the Austrian Alps.
The prototype was in semi-camouflage condition, which hid many design details, but some key updates were visible. The new Staria adopts Hyundai’s new design language but maintains the same upright stance as before.
As per the spy shots, the facelifted Staria will get a revised front grille, which will also have a new pattern. The front bumper has also been slightly tweaked.
The horizontally placed LED light bar will remain unchanged, but the graphics of the headlamps will come with a new design.
No Change is Expected in Terms of Dimensions:
- Length – 5,253mm
- Width – 1,997mm
- Height – 1,990mm
- Wheelbase – 3,273mm
Interior Updates.
Hyundai has not yet officially revealed the interior details of the Staria facelift. But it is expected that some minor upgrades will be done in the cabin, like an updated infotainment system, better material quality, and some new features will be added.
The Current Model Already Gets Many Premium Features Like.
8-inch touch display, fully automatic climate control, heated and ventilated seats, 12-speaker Bose audio system, leather upholstery, power-adjustable driver seat with lumbar support, LED ambient mood lighting, air filter, and many more comfort-oriented features.
Hyundai Staria Engine Options.
The 2025 Hyundai Staria facelift engine options are going to remain largely unchanged. Globally, this MPV will be available with multiple engine options, including:
- 2.2L diesel engine
- 3.5L V6 petrol engine
- hybrid powertrain setup
These engines will likely be recalibrated to improve both fuel efficiency and performance.
Conclusion.
In summary, the testing phase of the Hyundai Staria facelift has officially begun. Its global debut will first be seen in South Korea in late 2025 or early 2026. After that, it will gradually be launched in other international markets as well.
Unfortunately, there is no official launch plan for this MPV for India yet. With subtle updates in the design, minor improvements in the cabin, and trusted engine options, the Staria facelift is set to become a more modern and practical family car, but Indian buyers will have to wait a little longer.
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