Hyundai Staria Electric MPV Debuts at Brussels Motor Show 2026 with 400 km Range

South Korean automaker Hyundai has taken the wraps off the all-electric Staria MPV at Brussels Motor Show 2026. The Staria EV is the electric version of the Staria MPV, the model is scheduled to go on sale in Korea and Europe in the first half of 2026, followed by other markets. The production of the Hyundai Staria EV will begin at Hyundai’s Ulsan facility in South Korea.

The Staria EV follows Hyundai’s ‘inside-out’ design approach, where the cabin layout influences the exterior proportions. It retains the one-curve silhouette seen on the ICE model, along with a long body, low beltline and large glass area. EV-specific changes include a closed front fascia, smooth body panels and a full-width horizontal LED light strip at the front. Pixel-style LED tail-lamps, wide sliding doors and a large rear tailgate are also part of the design. Hyundai states that the sealed grille contributes to improved aerodynamic efficiency.

On the inside, the Staria EV uses a flat-floor layout aimed at improving space and flexibility. The dashboard features dual 12.3-inch screens for the instrument cluster and infotainment. Hyundai’s latest ccNC infotainment system is included, with over-the-air update capability. Physical buttons are retained for key functions.

At the event the company shared that the Staria electric MPV will be offered in two seating configurations. The 7-seater Luxury variant is aimed at private buyers and offers features such as heated and ventilated front and second-row seats, along with 435 litres of luggage space behind the third row. The 9-seater Wagon variant is positioned for larger families and shuttle use, with sliding and foldable seats and up to 1,303 litres of cargo capacity. Dual sliding doors and a lift-up tailgate are standard across variants, with powered operation standard on the Luxury and optional on the Wagon.

The Hyundai Staria EV is powered by an 84kWh battery pack paired with a front-mounted electric motor producing around 160kW (approximately 215bhp). Hyundai claims a WLTP-certified driving range of up to 400km. The MPV is based on an 800-volt electrical architecture, which supports DC fast charging from 10 to 80 percent in about 20 minutes under suitable conditions. An 11kW AC charger is also supported for home or workplace charging.

The Staria EV features include Digital Key access, passenger monitoring camera, rear-seat talk function, Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability and a suite of Hyundai SmartSense driver-assistance systems, depending on the market and variant.