Hyundai STARIA 2022 Motoring Minute Review

We drive the STARIA People on a road test review

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Hyundai replaced their popular IMAX model in August last year with the STARIA. Available in both people mover and Load versions, the STARIA is unusual looking to say the least, but that hides a very competent people mover inside.

Hyundai Staria

Engineered from the ground up on a dedicated passenger car platform shared with Santa Fe, STARIA provides car-like handling, ride and refinement.

STARIA comes in three different variants, the STARIA, Elite and top spec Highlander, a choice of two engine, the 3.5L V6 and the familiar 2.2l turbo diesel, both combined with an 8 Sp AT.

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Hyundai STARIA Highlander 2.2D AWD in snow

What sets the STARIA apart is the fact that the diesel version comes with AWD capability for added stability and safety. There is a lot of safety features packed in both engine versions as well.

Currently the class leader in sales is the KIA Carnival that shares many component with the STARIA, but unfortunately not the AWD capability. This is a real winner.

Hyundai Staria interior

STARIA Highlander is comfortable, luxurious, drives very nicely thank you as well as pretty good value.

Prices start from $48,500 through to $66,500 for the top spec Highlander AWD, all plus the usual costs.

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Hyundai Staria dash

What is good?

What is not so good?
  • Diesel AWD capability
  • Cavernous interior
  • Packed with features
  • Unusual styling
  • Cumbersome in tight car parks
  • No third row child seat anchors

Hyundai Staria engine

Model   

Hyundai STARIA 2.2L Highlander AWD
Model Price $66,500 MLP*
Engine 2.2L 4 Cyl Turbo Diesel
Drivetrain AWD 8 Sp Sports AT
Power 130kW @ 3800rpm
Torque 430Nm @ 1500-2500rpm
Safety 5 Star ANCAP (Tested 2021)
CO2 Emissions 218 g/km
Economy ADR/ Capacity 8.2L/100km / 10.1L/100K on test / 75L
0-100kmh/Top Speed N/A
Servicing 12 Mths / 15,000km Fixed price service
Warranty 5yr/ Unlimited km with 5 Yr. conditional roadside assist

*MLP Includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of options. Some features mentioned in the article are options. RDAP means Recommended Drive Away Price (without options but including all other charges)

Hyundai Staria Highlander profile

Overall Rating    

84/100
Behind the Wheel 9
Comfort 9
Equipment 9
Performance 7
Ride and Handling 8
Practicality 8
Fit for Purpose 9
Style / appeal 7
Technology / connectivity 9
Value for Money 9

Hyundai STARIA Highlander 2.2D AWD interior rear

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  • 9/10
    Behind the Wheel - 9/10
  • 9/10
    Comfort - 9/10
  • 9/10
    Equipment - 9/10
  • 7/10
    Performance - 7/10
  • 8/10
    Ride and Handling - 8/10
  • 8/10
    Practicality - 8/10
  • 9/10
    Fit for Purpose - 9/10
  • 7/10
    Style / appeal - 7/10
  • 9/10
    Technology / connectivity - 9/10
  • 9/10
    Value for Money - 9/10
8.4/10

Summary

STARIA Highlander is comfortable, luxurious, drives very nicely thank you as well as pretty good value.

Prices start from $48,500 through to $66,500 for the top spec Highlander AWD, all plus the usual costs.

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