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Hyundai Staria Load vs Kia Carnival
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2027 Hyundai Staria Load - Base
2.2L, 8-speed auto, 5-door Cargo Van, Diesel, FWD
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2.2L, 8-speed auto, 5-door Minivan, Diesel, FWD
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Overview
Variant
Not available
Variant
S
Body type
Cargo Van
Body type
Minivan
Engine size
2.2 L
Engine size
2.2 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7 L/100km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.5 L/100km
Power and torque
130kW / 430Nm
Power and torque
148kW / 440Nm
1071km
1108km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
7 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
2
Seats
8
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel type
Diesel
Safety rating
5 Stars
Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Cruise control
Adaptive cruise control (ACC): yes
Stop/go function: Stop & Go
Cruise control
Adaptive cruise control (ACC): yes
Stop/go function: Stop & Go
Driver modes
Includes engine mapping: yes
Driver modes
Includes engine mapping: yes
Includes steering: yes
Includes transmission: yes
12v power outlet
Location front: yes
12v power outlet
Location boot/cargo: yes
Location front: yes
Location rear: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android number of months subscription: Unlimited
Android wireless connection: yes
Apple CarPlay: yes
Apple number of months subscription inc: Unlimited
Apple wireless connection: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android number of months subscription: Unlimited
Android wireless connection: yes
Apple CarPlay: yes
Apple number of months subscription inc: Unlimited
Apple wireless connection: yes
Parking assistance
Location rear: yes
Type: Guidance Display
Parking assistance
Location rear: yes
Type: Guidance Display
Parking distance system
Location front: yes
Type: Sensor
Location rear: yes
Type: Camera, Sensor
Parking distance system
Location front: yes
Type: Sensor
Location rear: yes
Type: Camera, Sensor
Remote services
Beep/flash: yes
Find my car: yes
Geo fencing: yes
Immobilisation: yes
Location sharing: yes
Number of months subscription included: 60
Remote lock/unlock: yes
Remote seat heating control: yes
Send destination to car: yes
Speed alert: yes
Theft alert: yes
Tow away alert: yes
Vehicle diagnostics: yes
Vehicle start: yes
Remote services
Driving history & analysis: yes
Find my car: yes
Geo fencing: yes
Immobilisation: yes
Location sharing: yes
Number of months subscription included: 84
Remote lock/unlock: yes
Remote seat heating control: yes
Send destination to car: yes
Speed alert: yes
Theft alert: yes
Vehicle diagnostics: yes
Vehicle start: yes
Smart card / smart key
Includes keyless entry: yes
Includes keyless start: yes
Smart card / smart key
Includes keyless entry: yes
Includes keyless start: yes
Includes walk away locking: yes
USB charging port
Location front: yes
Number: 1
USB charging port
Location front: yes
Number: 3
Location rear: yes
Number: 2
Vanity mirror
—
Vanity mirror
Location driver: yes
Illuminated: yes
Location passenger: yes
Illuminated: yes
Voice activating system
—
Voice activating system
AI powered: yes
Virtual assistant: Other
Over air updates
—
Over air updates
Type: OTA Updates
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of: 1
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of: 1
Electrical system
Voltage: 12 V
Electrical system
Voltage: 12 V
Emission control level
CO2 level - g/km combined: 183 g/km
Standard met: EU5
Emission control level
CO2 level - g/km cntry/highway: 149 g/km
CO2 level - g/km combined: 170 g/km
CO2 level - g/km urban: 205 g/km
Standard met: EU5
Engine
Configuration: In-Line
Cc: 2,199 cc
Engine code: D4HB
Liters: 2.2 L
Number of cylinders: 4
Engine
Configuration: In-Line
Cc: 2,151 cc
Liters: 2.2 L
Number of cylinders: 4
Fuel
Fuel type: Diesel
Generic primary fuel type: Diesel
Minimum fuel type: Diesel
Fuel
Fuel type: Diesel
Generic primary fuel type: Diesel
Minimum fuel type: Diesel
Tanks
Type main: yes
Capacity: 75 L
Tanks
Type main: yes
Capacity: 72 L
Computer
Average fuel consumption: yes
Computer
Average fuel consumption: yes
Low tire pressure indicator
Displays pressure: yes
Low tire pressure indicator
—
Display screen
Location Dashboard centre 1: yes
Orientation: Fixed
Screen size: 12.3 in
Touch screen: yes
Location instrument cluster 1: yes
Screen size: 4.2 in
Display screen
Location Dashboard centre 1: yes
Orientation: Fixed
Screen size: 12.3 in
Touch screen: yes
Location instrument cluster 1: yes
Screen size: 4 in
Fuel consumption
Standard ADR 81/02: yes
Combined: 7 L/100km
Country/highway: 5.9 L/100km
Calculated vehicle range: 1,071 km
Combined: 14.3 km/L
Country/highway: 16.9 km/L
Urban: 11.2 km/L
Urban: 8.9 L/100km
Fuel consumption
Standard ADR 81/02: yes
Combined: 6.5 L/100km
Country/highway: 5.7 L/100km
Calculated vehicle range: 1,108 km
Combined: 15.4 km/L
Country/highway: 17.5 km/L
Urban: 12.8 km/L
Urban: 7.8 L/100km
Power
Maximum power hp/PS: 177 hp/PS
Maximum power kW: 130 kW
Maximum torque Nm: 430 Nm
Measurement standard: EEC
Primary or secondary fuel power figure: Primary
Rpm for maximum power (low): 3,800 rpm
Rpm for maximum torque (low): 1,500 rpm
Power
Maximum power hp/PS: 201 hp/PS
Maximum power kW: 148 kW
Maximum torque Nm: 440 Nm
Measurement standard: EEC
Primary or secondary fuel power figure: Primary
Rpm for maximum power (low): 3,800 rpm
Rpm for maximum torque (low): 1,750 rpm
Drive
Driven wheels: Front
Drive
Driven wheels: Front
Transmission
Manual mode: yes
Shift lever location: Floor
Transmission description: Automatic with Manual Mode
Number of speeds: 8
Transmission type: Automatic
Transmission
Manual mode: yes
Shift lever location: Dash
Transmission description: Automatic with Manual Mode
Number of speeds: 8
Transmission type: Automatic
Disc brakes
Number of: 4
Number of ventilated discs: 4
Disc brakes
Number of: 4
Number of ventilated discs: 2
Wheel
Height adjustment: yes
Telescopic adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Wheel
Height adjustment: yes
Multi-function: yes
Telescopic adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Power steering
—
Power steering
Vehicle speed proportional: yes
Suspension
Location front: yes
Spring type: Coil
Stabilizer bar: yes
Wheel dependence: Independent
Type: Strut
Location rear: yes
Spring type: Leaf
Wheel dependence: Rigid
Type: Beam
Suspension
Location front: yes
Spring type: Coil
Stabilizer bar: yes
Wheel dependence: Independent
Type: Strut
Location rear: yes
Spring type: Coil
Stabilizer bar: yes
Wheel dependence: Independent
Type: Multi-Link
Rear axle
Axle location 1: yes
Rear axle
—
Tires
Location front: yes
Type: Conventional/Summer
Tire load index: 108
Tire profile: 65
Tire speed rating: H
Tire width: 215 mm
Location rear: yes
Type: Conventional/Summer
Tire load index: 108
Tire profile: 65
Tire speed rating: H
Tire width: 215 mm
Tires
Location front: yes
Type: Conventional/Summer
Tire load index: 104
Tire profile: 65
Tire speed rating: H
Tire width: 235 mm
Location rear: yes
Type: Conventional/Summer
Tire load index: 104
Tire profile: 65
Tire speed rating: H
Tire width: 235 mm
Wheels
Location front: yes
Rim type: Steel
Rim diameter: 17 in
Rim width: 6.5 in
Location rear: yes
Rim type: Steel
Rim diameter: 17 in
Rim width: 6.5 in
Wheels
Location front: yes
Rim type: Alloy
Rim diameter: 17 in
Rim width: 6.5 in
Location rear: yes
Rim type: Alloy
Rim diameter: 17 in
Rim width: 6.5 in
Ramp angles
Approach angle: 17°
Departure angle: 21.3°
Ramp angles
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Cargo area dimensions
Cargo volume: 4,935 L
Height: 1,436 mm
Length: 2,607 mm
Measurement standard: Manufacturer's Own
Width: 1,640 mm
Cargo area dimensions
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External dimensions
Curb to curb turning circle: 11,940 mm
Front track: 1,732 mm
Ground clearance unladen: 186 mm
Overall height: 2,000 mm
Overall length: 5,253 mm
Overall width inc mirror: 2,269 mm
Overall width: 1,970 mm
Rear track: 1,732 mm
Wheelbase: 3,273 mm
External dimensions
Curb to curb turning circle: 11,700 mm
Front track: 1,751 mm
Ground clearance unladen: 162 mm
Overall height: 1,775 mm
Overall length: 5,155 mm
Overall width: 1,995 mm
Rear track: 1,751 mm
Wheelbase: 3,090 mm
Cargo capacity
—
Cargo capacity
Measurement standard: VDA
Rear seat down: 2,827 L
Rear seat up; to lower window: 627 L
Body style
Body length: Regular
Body type: Cargo Van
Local number of doors: 5
Number of doors: 5
Roof type: Standard
Wheelbase type: Short
Local body type: Cargo Van
Body style
Body type: Minivan
Local number of doors: 5
Number of doors: 5
Platform code: N3
Wheelbase type: Short
Local body type: Minivan
Spoiler
—
Spoiler
Location roof: yes
Bumpers
Location front: yes
Color: Painted
Location rear: yes
Color: Painted
Cargo doors
Location driver: yes
Operation: Sliding
Width: 870 mm
Location passenger: yes
Operation: Sliding
Width: 870 mm
Location rear: yes
Opening angle: 180°
Operation: Double-Hinged
Cargo doors
—
Doors
Location driver: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Location passenger: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location driver: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Location passenger: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Location rear driver: yes
Type: Sliding
Location rear passenger: yes
Type: Sliding
Rear door
—
Rear door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
Bulb type (high beam): Halogen
Bulb type (low beam): Halogen
Lens type: Projector Beam
Headlights
Bulb type (high beam): LED
Bulb type (low beam): LED
Lens type: Complex Surface
Headlight control
Dusk sensor: yes
Headlight control
Auto highbeam: yes
Dusk sensor: yes
LED lights
—
LED lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights, High Beam, Low Beam
Paint
Type mica: yes
Paint
Type gloss: yes
Door mirrors/cameras
Location driver: yes
Color: Painted
Type: Electrically Adjustable
Location passenger: yes
Color: Painted
Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door mirrors/cameras
Location driver: yes
Color: Painted
Heated: yes
Indicator lights: yes
Type: Electrically Adjustable
Location passenger: yes
Color: Painted
Heated: yes
Indicator lights: yes
Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power windows
Location front: yes
Power windows
Location front: yes
Location rear: yes
Windshield wipers
Intermittent wipe: Variable
Windshield wipers
Intermittent wipe: Variable
Rear window
—
Rear window
Type: Fixed
Wipers: Intermittent
Weights
Front axle weight: 1,610 kg
Gross trailer weight braked: 2,500 kg
Gross trailer weight unbraked: 750 kg
Gross vehicle weight: 3,060 kg
Payload allowance: 997 kg
Published kerb weight: 2,063 kg
Rear axle weight: 1,780 kg
Tare weight: 2,007.75 kg
Trailer noseweight: 100 kg
Weights
Gross trailer weight braked: 2,000 kg
Gross trailer weight unbraked: 750 kg
Gross vehicle weight: 2,970 kg
Published kerb weight: 2,245 kg
Tare weight: 2,192.3 kg
Trailer noseweight: 200 kg
System
Radio: AM, FM
Touch screen: yes
System
Radio: AM, FM
Touch screen: yes
Connection to ext.entertainment devices
Total number of USB connections front: 1
USB connection front: yes
Connection to ext.entertainment devices
Total number of USB connections front: 1
USB connection front: yes
Remote audio controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote audio controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of: 5
Speakers
Number of: 8
Load restraint
Type: Hooks
Cargo area
—
Load area side covering
Exposed metal partial: yes
Type: Plastic/Rubber
Load area side covering
—
Luxury trim
On gear selector: Leather
Luxury trim
On center floor console: Piano Black
On doors: Alloy Look
On gear selector: Alloy Look
On instrument panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of: 7
Airbags
Number of: 8
Front airbag
Location driver: yes
Location passenger: yes
Front airbag
Location driver: yes
Location passenger: yes
Front seat belts
Seat position center: yes
Seat position driver: yes
Height adjustable: yes
Seat position passenger: yes
Height adjustable: yes
Front seat belts
Seat position driver: yes
Height adjustable: yes
Seat position passenger: yes
Height adjustable: yes
Head restraints
Location front seats: yes
Head restraints
Location 3rd row seats: yes
Number: 2
Location front seats: yes
Location rear seats: yes
Number: 3
Knee airbags
Location: Driver
Knee airbags
Location: Driver
Side airbag
Location front: yes
Side airbag
Location front: yes
Side curtain airbag
Location: Front
Side curtain airbag
Location: All Three Rows
Anti collision system
Activates brake lights: yes
Automatic emergency braking: yes
Brakes at low speed: Front
Driver monitor: yes
Includes junction turning: yes
Operates above 50 kph/30 mph: yes
Operates below 50 kph/30 mph: yes
Pedestrian & cyclist avoidance system: yes
Visual/acoustic warning: yes
Anti collision system
Activates brake lights: yes
Automatic emergency braking: yes
Brakes at low speed: Front
Driver monitor: yes
Driving pattern monitor: yes
Includes junction turning: yes
Minimum speed to activate (kph): 10 km/h
Operates above 50 kph/30 mph: yes
Operates below 50 kph/30 mph: yes
Pedestrian & cyclist avoidance system: yes
Programmable distance: yes
Visual/acoustic warning: yes
Autonomous drive
Active lane control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Autonomous drive
Active lane control: yes
Highway assist: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic jam assist: yes
Traffic sign response highway: yes
Lane departure warning
Activates steering: yes
Lane departure warning
Activates steering: yes
Overtaking sensor
Active without turn signal: yes
Overtaking sensor
Includes collision avoidance: yes
Rear cross traffic collision avoidance
Includes braking: yes
Type: Radar
Rear cross traffic collision avoidance
Type: Radar
Crash test results
Standard: ANCAP
ANCAP adult occupant score: 85
ANCAP overall: 5
ANCAP pedestrian score: 65
ANCAP safety assist score: 74
ANCAP date tested: 1 Dec 2021
ANCAP rating year: 2021
ANCAP version tested: 3.5 Litre
Crash test results
Standard: ANCAP
ANCAP adult occupant score: 90
ANCAP child occupant score: 88
ANCAP overall: 5
ANCAP pedestrian score: 68
ANCAP safety assist score: 82
ANCAP date tested: 1 Apr 2021
ANCAP rating year: 2021
ANCAP version tested: 2.2 CRDi S (RHD)
Rear seat belts
—
Rear seat belts
Seat position center: yes
Type: 3-Point
Seat position driver: yes
Seat position passenger: yes
Third row seat belts
—
Third row seat belts
Seat position center: yes
Type: 3-Point
Seat position driver: yes
Seat position passenger: yes
Front seat
Location driver: yes
Height type: Manual
Reach type: Manual
Reclining type: Manual
Type: Bucket
Location passenger: yes
Reach type: Manual
Type: Bucket
Front seat
Location driver: yes
Height type: Manual
Reach type: Manual
Reclining type: Manual
Type: Bucket
Location passenger: yes
Reach type: Manual
Reclining type: Manual
Type: Bucket
Seat upholstery
Additional seat material: Cloth
Main seat material: Cloth
Seat upholstery
Additional seat material: Cloth
Main seat material: Cloth
Seating
Seating capacity: 2
Seating configuration: 2+0
Seating
Seating capacity: 8
Seating configuration: 2+3+3
Rear seats
—
Rear seats
Facing direction front: yes
Folding: 40/20/40
Reach type: Manual
Reclining type: Manual
Seating capacity: 3
Type: 40/20/40
Third row seats
—
Third row seats
Facing direction front: yes
Seating capacity: 3
Type: Split Bench
Cup holders
Location front seats: yes
Cup holders
Location front seats: yes
Location rear seats: yes
Air conditioning
Air conditioning type: Manual
Air conditioning
Air conditioning type: Manual
System
—
System
Engine heater: yes
Power locks
Includes trunk/hatch: yes
Operation: Card Key
Power locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate service
Distance: 15,000 km
Period (mths): 12 months
Intermediate service
Distance: 15,000 km
Period (mths): 12 months
Anti-corrosion
Distance: 100,000 km
Duration (months): 36 months
Anti-corrosion
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 84 months
Powertrain - OEM
Distance: 160,000 km
Duration (months): 60 months
Powertrain - OEM
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 84 months
Powertrain - Total
Distance: 160,000 km
Duration (months): 60 months
Powertrain - Total
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 84 months
Roadside assistance
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 12 months
Roadside assistance
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 12 months
Whole vehicle - OEM
Distance: 160,000 km
Duration (months): 60 months
Whole vehicle - OEM
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 84 months
Whole vehicle - Total
Distance: 160,000 km
Duration (months): 60 months
Whole vehicle - Total
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 84 months
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