Hyundai Staria VIP Vans: 2025 vs 2026 Models Compared

The Hyundai Staria has redefined the luxury MPV (multi-purpose vehicle) segment with its futuristic design and spacious interior.

For families, fleets, and dealers seeking a “VIP van,” the Staria’s spaceship-like styling and lounge-like cabin are a standout. In 2025, Hyundai introduced this cutting-edge van (up to 7 or 9 seats) with advanced safety and comfort features.

Now a major facelift is expected for the 2026 model year, bringing sharp new styling, updated technology, and even a fully electric option.

Here’s a detailed, side-by-side look at what’s changed – and what remains the same – between the 2025 and upcoming 2026 Hyundai Staria VIP vans.

What Makes the Staria a Top VIP Van?

The Hyundai Staria 2025 Model already sets a high bar. Hyundai describes it as “evoking the streamlined form of a spaceship,” with a wide-open interior lounge design that gives passengers extra space and comfort.

Available in 7-seater Premium (executive class) and 9-seater Wagon configurations, the Staria offers reclining “Relaxation Seats” in the second row for true VIP comfort.

Large panoramic windows and a low beltline ensure bright, airy cabins, ideal for family trips or long drives. In short, the 2025 Staria VIP van combines futuristic style with passenger comfort right out of the box.

Under the hood, the 2025 Staria comes with robust powertrain options (for diesel, gasoline, and hybrid) and all-wheel-drive variants in many markets.

It features advanced safety systems (Hyundai SmartSense) and modern technology like digital instrument clusters and touchscreen infotainment.

In practice, the 2025 model already delivers a premium experience suitable for tour operators, corporate shuttles, NGOs, or VIP transporters.

2026 Facelift: What’s New on the Outside

The 2026 Staria is expected to introduce a significant refresh, especially up front. Spy photos and industry reports reveal a redesigned front fascia with a bolder grille pattern and a more sculpted bumper.

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Hyundai retains the signature horizontal LED lightbar, but the internal graphics of the headlights will look more modern and aggressive. In essence, the 2026 Staria front end will align with Hyundai’s latest design language, sharper and more dynamic than the 2025 model.

These changes give the van a fresher “premium” look without altering its overall spaceship-like shape.

Aside from the front, the overall silhouette and proportions of the 2026 Staria are likely to remain similar. The side profile, wheel designs, and rear styling are not expected to change dramatically.

If you appreciate the 2025’s unique look, the 2026 van will keep that identity but with a more aggressive face, a subtle but noticeable difference when you see them side by side.

2026 Upgrades Under the Hood

On the powertrain side, the 2025 and 2026 models share much in common. The current lineup includes a 2.2‑liter diesel, a 3.5‑liter V6 petrol, and a hybrid option.

For 2026, Hyundai isn’t planning major new ICE engines yet, but will likely fine‑tune these existing units for better efficiency and performance.

So for buyers, fuel types and output remain mostly the same between model years – you can expect the same strong towing capacity and drivability in 2026 as in 2025, with possibly slightly better fuel economy or refined engine mapping.

However, the big powertrain news for 2026 is the arrival of an all-electric Staria. Hyundai has confirmed a fully electric Staria EV is on the way.

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Keep in mind the EV version will still look like the facelifted Staria on the outside (with a hidden charging port in the grille).

If you’ve been eyeing electric vans, the 2026 Staria may be your first chance to get an all-electric Hyundai van; otherwise, the 2025 and 2026 ICE/hybrid versions perform very similarly.

2026 Interior & Tech: Comfort Meets Connectivity

Step inside, and both model years deliver luxury. The 2025 Staria is already designed as an “interior lounge”, it’s quiet, airy, and filled with convenience features.

You get things like tri-zone climate, ambient lighting, large touchscreens, and plenty of USB-C charging ports. Hyundai’s official materials praise its high ceilings and panoramic windows for enhanced comfort.

For 2026, Hyundai plans targeted updates to the cabin. Expect new tech and refreshed controls. The infotainment may get updated software or larger screens, and interior materials could get a subtle refresh (e.g. new seat fabrics or trim pieces).

In practical terms, if tech-savvy riders or VIP clients are important to you, the 2026 model will feel a bit more high‑tech. Features like wireless smartphone charging, rear-seat entertainment, and advanced driver aids (blind-spot view monitors, collision avoidance, etc.) are expected to continue, possibly with the latest upgrades.

Seating and layout remain largely the same. Both years offer 7- and 9-seat layouts. The top-trim Premium (Lounge) version, essentially the VIP version, has second-row “relaxation” seats that slide and recline.

So from a passenger comfort standpoint, 2025 and 2026 are on par: ample legroom, high head clearance, and reclining seats for maximum comfort. Any 2026 interior change will be incremental.

In summary, the cabin feel of a 2025 Staria VIP van is already very premium; the 2026 will refine it slightly but won’t be a completely new interior.

Availability & Export Support

As a Dubai-based exporter with 22 years of experience, Al Kamara Motors FZE keeps the latest Hyundai Staria VIP vans in stock for immediate shipment.

We can supply brand-new 2025 Staria vans now, and help arrange orders for the refreshed 2026 models when they arrive.

Whether you are a dealer in the GCC, an NGO in Africa, or a transport firm in Asia, we handle all the details:

• Worldwide Shipping – From Dubai port to your destination.
• Documentation – We manage Dubai RTA registration, export certificates, customs paperwork, etc.
• Multi-Language Support – Our team speaks your language to ensure smooth communication.
• Certified Exporter – We are an official UAE auto exporter (with Toyota certification among others), guaranteeing authenticity and trust.

This means you can focus on your needs while we ensure your new Staria VIP van reaches you hassle-free. (No hidden fees – we quote all port and freight charges upfront.)

Should You Buy Now or Wait?

Consider your needs: If you require a luxury people-mover today, the 2025 Hyundai Staria VIP van delivers top-tier space and amenities and is ready for dispatch.

If having the absolute latest tech and an electric option is critical, you might wait a few months for the 2026 model. Either way, the Staria provides an unmatched blend of style and comfort in the VIP van segment.

At Al Kamara Motors, our goal is to match you with the right configuration. We can provide detailed spec sheets, arrange test previews, and quote shipping for both 2025 and upcoming 2026 models.

Contact us to discuss your requirements. Whether by filling our online inquiry form or messaging us on WhatsApp, our experts will give you personalized guidance without any obligation.

Upgrade your fleet or personal travel with a Hyundai Staria VIP van from Dubai. With full export support and customer service, Al Kamara Motors makes it easy to get behind the wheel of this futuristic van without the sales pressure.

Reach out today and drive home your next luxury transport solution.