Hyundai Launches Electric Staria Load Van
The electric variant joins turbo-diesel and hybrid versions of the Staria Load van in the Australian market.
Updated on Nov. 7, 2026 in Trucks
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Hyundai has launched the electric Staria Load van in Australia, completing a range of four variants that also includes turbo-diesel and hybrid powertrains. A hybrid Staria Load powertrain was introduced in July 2026.
Why it matters
The launch gives Australian commercial buyers an electric option in a segment where Hyundai holds a modest share of the market. Hyundai Australia has set take-up expectations of 30 per cent diesel, 50 per cent hybrid and 15-20 per cent electric across the range.
The electric Staria Load offers a 1005kg payload and 2000kg braked towing capacity, with a claimed 450km WLTP range at 28 per cent payload. All variants share a 4935-litre cargo capacity and a cargo area measuring 2607mm long, 1640mm wide and 1436mm high.
The players
Hyundai Australia
The Australian arm of South Korean automaker Hyundai Motor Company, responsible for launching and distributing the Staria Load range in Australia.
Toyota HiAce
The Toyota HiAce is a long-running light commercial van that dominates the Australian segment, holding a 52.1 per cent market share.
The details
The electric Staria Load uses the same 84kWh lithium-ion battery as the Ioniq 5 and an 800-volt system that supports ultra-fast charging. It carries a 23.9-litre frunk, and every Staria Load variant is front-wheel-drive with two seats and includes a five-year subscription to Bluelink connected car services.
Timeline
July 2026: Hyundai launched the hybrid Staria Load powertrain.
31 October 2026: The electric Staria Load launch and media drive took place, with the drive held in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park near Sydney.
Roadmap
Hyundai Australia holds 11.4 per cent of the light commercial van segment, against the Toyota HiAce's 52.1 per cent share. The electric Staria Load is an attempt to win share from that incumbent by offering electric and hybrid alternatives in a segment long dominated by diesel.
Commercial buyers choosing between diesel, hybrid and electric vans can now compare a 1005kg payload and 2000kg braked towing capacity across all three powertrains. The electric model's 800-volt charging system and shared Ioniq 5 battery are relevant for fleets assessing charging infrastructure.
The takeaway
Fleet and small business buyers should compare payload, towing and charging needs across diesel, hybrid and electric variants before deciding. Electric vans are likely to suit operators with predictable daily routes and access to charging.
Further reading
For more on commercial vehicles, see the Trucks section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The West Australian.
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