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Hyundai Staria

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation First generation Staria; completely new platform and design language — not a successor to the H1 in terms of underpinnings or architecture Current version 2021 Body style MPV
Hyundai Staria 2.2D Executive is the high-spec derivative in the local Staria range.
ZAR 975,900
On-road in
ZAR 998,610
Ex-showroom ZAR 975,900
Engine:2199cc (2.2L) Torque:430Nm (317 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:175mm (6.9″) Power:130kW (174 bhp) Boot175L (6.2 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km per litre · (US mpg)
Company Claimed 12.5 km/l (29 mpg)
City 10.0 km/l (24 mpg)
Highway 15.5 km/l (36 mpg)

On-road varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Last checked on 2026-07-21 • Verified by the Hagalu team

Hyundai Staria — 2.2D Executive

Hyundai Staria 2.2D Executive is the high-spec derivative in the local Staria range.

The Hyundai Staria 2.2D Executive is the high-spec derivative in the local Staria range, with a confirmed South African price of R975 900. It uses Diesel power with Automatic, and that combination defines its day-to-day personality more than the badge alone. For shoppers comparing monthly instalments, this derivative should be judged against what it gives up or gains compared with the next grade in the same range. The confirmed mechanical detail includes an engine reference of 2.2 CRDi Diesel, power listed around 130 kW, torque listed around 430 Nm, and Front-Wheel Drive drive hardware. Published consumption around 8 l/100km gives buyers a useful running-cost reference. If the buyer spends most of the week in traffic, smooth response and predictable low-speed control matter most. If the vehicle will be loaded, used for long trips or driven on rougher roads, the drivetrain, torque delivery and tyre package become more important than touchscreen size. Practical details include 9 seats, boot or cargo space around 175, and ground clearance around 175 mm. That is where this derivative needs to earn its place: it must match the owner's real passengers, cargo, tools, luggage or leisure equipment without forcing an unnecessary jump to a dearer trim. Cabin and ownership references include screen size around 10.25-inch Touchscreen, airbag coverage around 6, warranty cover listed as 5, and service or maintenance cover listed as 3 Years / 45000 km. The sensible buying question is whether the 2.2D Executive supplies the right balance of affordability, comfort and capability for South African conditions. It is a strong candidate when its confirmed equipment fits the routine; it is less convincing if a nearby derivative adds safety, convenience or drivetrain hardware that the owner will use every week. The practical way to judge the Hyundai Staria 2.2D Executive is to compare it with the derivative directly below and directly above it. If the lower version already covers the owner's weekly driving, this trim must justify its price through comfort, safety, drivetrain or ownership benefits that will be used often. If the higher version adds capability the owner genuinely needs, stretching the budget may make more sense than retrofitting accessories later. For a South African MPV buyer, that decision should include insurance, tyres, fuel, finance and how the vehicle will feel after several years, not only the delivery-day feature list.

Who buys this: The 2.2D Executive suits a buyer who wants the Hyundai Staria in high-spec form and is comparing the monthly cost against the next derivative. It is best for owners who can clearly describe their normal driving, passenger or load needs before choosing equipment. It is not ideal for shoppers who want every available comfort feature regardless of price.

City
In city driving the Staria 2.2D Executive should be assessed by visibility, steering weight, parking aids, seat comfort and how the automatic transmission behaves in stop-start traffic. The MPV body may bring useful space or stance, but daily convenience still depends on the exact wheel, camera, sensor and cabin specification carried by this derivative. Owners should test the 2.2D Executive in the sort of traffic they actually face, including inclines, parking ramps and broken suburban roads, because low-speed comfort often matters more than the headline specification.
Highway
On the open road the Staria 2.2D Executive needs to feel settled at national-limit speeds, with enough response for overtaking and a cabin that remains comfortable over long distances. Published references include power around 130 kW, torque around 430 Nm, and consumption around 8 l/100km. Buyers who regularly travel with passengers, trailers or heavy cargo should test it loaded, because that is where derivative choice becomes obvious.
Off-Road
The Staria 2.2D Executive is primarily a road vehicle. It can deal with normal South African surface changes and well-kept gravel when driven carefully, but it should not be bought as a substitute for a proper 4x4 or high-clearance workhorse if rough terrain is part of the weekly routine. On rougher routes, buyers should match the 2.2D Executive's tyres, clearance and drivetrain to the road rather than assuming the body shape alone will be enough. Occasional gravel and daily off-road work are very different ownership cases.

Hyundai Staria — Quick Facts

Hyundai Staria Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
2.2D Executive Executive Diesel Automatic ZAR 975,900
2.2D Premium Premium Diesel Automatic ZAR 1,165,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
2.2D Executive Executive Diesel Automatic ZAR 975,900
2.2D Premium Premium Diesel Automatic ZAR 1,165,900
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Hyundai Staria Specifications

Turning Radius
Not Applicable
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
Front Headroom
Not Applicable
Boot Volume
175 l
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
Doors
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
75 l
Front Legroom
Not Applicable
Cargo Volume
175
Payload Kg
Not Applicable
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg
Not Applicable
Ground Clearance Max
175 mm
Ground Clearance Min
175 mm
Ground Clearance Mm
175 mm
Height Mm
1990 mm
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Towing Capacity
Not Applicable
Boot Space
175 l
Seating Capacity
9
Tare Mass Kg
2220 kg
Turning Circle
Not Applicable
Turning Circle M
Not Applicable
Gross Vehicle Weight
Not Applicable
Length Mm
5253 mm
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Max Payload
Not Applicable
Ground Clearance
175 mm
Wheelbase
3273 mm
Length
5253 mm
Width
1997 mm
Height
1990 mm
Kerb Weight
2220 kg
Width Mm
1997 mm
Number of Doors
5
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
175 l
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Seats
11

2.2D Executive — Should You Buy It?

Hyundai Staria 2.2D Executive works best as a high-spec derivative bought for a clear use case.

The Hyundai Staria 2.2D Executive makes the most sense when its price and equipment align with the buyer's weekly routine. It has a confirmed South African price of R975 900, so the value judgement should be made against neighbouring trims and direct segment rivals. Choose it when the transmission, drivetrain, comfort level and ownership cover fit real use; move up or down the range if those details do not match.

What's Good
  • Clear derivative role in the range
  • Confirmed local variant identity
  • Fuel type and transmission are defined
  • Useful base for price comparison
  • Body style fits a specific buyer need
  • Ownership case can be checked against trim rivals
  • Specification facts support detailed comparison
  • Best for buyers with a clear use case
  • Local market availability is represented
Watch Out For
  • Value depends on neighbouring trim prices
  • Equipment may not satisfy every private buyer
  • Real-world fuel use depends on load and route
  • Insurance and tyres should be priced before buying
  • Stock and colour availability can change
  • Not every body style suits tight city parking
  • Upper trim features may tempt buyers upward
  • Resale depends on demand for this derivative
  • A test drive remains essential before committing

Hyundai Staria FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Hyundai Staria run from R975,900 to R1,165,900, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current South African range comprises 2.2D Executive, 2.2D Premium. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Hyundai Staria is 175 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Hyundai Staria is 2199 cc, with output shown as 130 kW (174 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The official claimed figure shown here is around 12.5 km/l. Treat it as a comparison figure rather than a promise: traffic, speed, load, tyre pressure and driving style can all move real South African consumption up or down.

The 2.2D Executive suits a buyer who wants the Hyundai Staria in high-spec form and is comparing the monthly cost against the next derivative. It is best for owners who can clearly describe their normal driving, passenger or load needs before choosing equipment. It is not ideal for shoppers who want every available comfort feature regardless of price.

In city driving the Staria 2.2D Executive should be assessed by visibility, steering weight, parking aids, seat comfort and how the automatic transmission behaves in stop-start traffic. The MPV body may bring useful space or stance, but daily convenience still depends on the exact wheel, camera, sensor and cabin specification carried by this derivative. Owners should test the 2.2D Executive in the sort of traffic they actually face, including inclines, parking ramps and broken suburban roads, because low-speed comfort often matters more than the headline specification.

On the open road the Staria 2.2D Executive needs to feel settled at national-limit speeds, with enough response for overtaking and a cabin that remains comfortable over long distances. Published references include power around 130 kW, torque around 430 Nm, and consumption around 8 l/100km. Buyers who regularly travel with passengers, trailers or heavy cargo should test it loaded, because that is where derivative choice becomes obvious.

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