The replacement for the Hyundai H1 van has been announced and it looks futuristic and unusual. Meet the Hyundai Staria panel van!

The Hyundai Staria was unveiled in early 2021 and everyone was stunned by its futuristic looks. The best part is that the Staria is just as good to drive and boasts commendable practicality. Check out the review here.

Now on the commercial side of things, the Staria panel van has been revealed, switching from its people-carrying role to cargo. Despite its futuristic looks, this is the production vehicle and Hyundai South Africa confirmed it will be be joining the Staria range in July 2022.

As far as engines go, the Hyundai Staria Load is available with the tried-and-tested 2.2-litre 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with 130 kW and 430 Nm on tap. This shove goes to the front wheels via an 8-speed automatic gearbox.

The main selling point of this vehicle will be the cargo space. The Hyundai Staria Load is claimed to take 3 Euro-spec palettes, which in comparison to the outgoing H1 is an improvement as it could only muster 2 Euro-spec palettes. If you base your cargo-measuring capacity in litres, the Hyundai Staria Load offers 4 935 litres in comparison to the H1’s 4 426 litres.

Despite it being a commercial vehicle, the Staria Load still comes with a considerable amount of standard features and safety equipment. There are 17-inch wheels, a steering wheel that’s tilt & telescopic adjustable and has controls, park distance control front and rear, auto lights, electronic parking brake and twin swing rear tailgate.

How much does the Hyundai Staria Panel Van cost?

Hyundai Staria R2.2 3-seater panel van 8AT R599 900

The above price includes a 7-year/200 000 km manufacturer warranty, a 6-year/90 000 km service plan a 7-year/150 000 km roadside-assistance plan.

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