- Hyundai unveiled the Staria Electric at the Brussels Motor Show.
- It uses an 84kWh battery and 160kW motor, with an estimated 400km WLTP range.
- Sales begin in Korea and Europe in the first half of 2026, with other markets to follow.
Hyundai recently unveiled the Staria Electric at the Brussels Motor Show, turning its flagship people-mover into a fully electric MPV aimed squarely at families, shuttle operators and anyone who values space over swagger.
The reveal landed earlier this month, with sales confirmed for South Korea and Europe in the first half of 2026, and more markets to follow.
Under the floor sits an 84kWh battery feeding a 160kW front-mounted motor driving the front wheels, with 350Nm on tap. Hyundai is quoting an estimated WLTP range of up to 400km, plus a top speed of 184km/h.
The headline number: 20 minutes
The big technical flex is the 800V electrical architecture, which Hyundai says enables 10 to 80% DC fast charging in around 20 minutes under optimal conditions.
For everyday plug-ins, there’s an 11kW AC onboard charger, and the charging port is front-mounted.
Hyundai Motor Europe president and CEO Xavier Martinet said: “Hyundai continues to expand its electric offering to meet everyday mobility needs in Europe. Staria Electric brings our EV expertise to a vehicle that many customers already know and trust, combining Staria impressive space and flexibility with a new, fast-charging, high-voltage system and updated interior to deliver practical, efficient electric mobility for real-world use across Europe.”
Two seating layouts, proper luggage numbers
At launch, Hyundai will offer two versions: Luxury (7 seats) and Wagon (9 seats). The 7-seater’s luggage capacity is listed as up to 431 litres behind the third row, while the 9-seater offers up to 1303 litres behind the third row, with foldable seating to reconfigure the cabin.
On the practicality front, Hyundai also claims towing up to 2000kg braked (or 750kg unbraked), plus Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) power inside and outside the vehicle, 100W USB ports and smartphone-based Digital Key.
Big van energy, but EV quiet
Design-wise, Staria Electric keeps the model’s one-curve silhouette but swaps in EV-specific details, including a closed-off front for aero gains and a continuous horizontal light band.
The brand lists 17-inch wheels across the range and eight exterior colours, with multiple interior colour schemes depending on trim.
Hyundai hasn’t provided local market launch or pricing details yet.
