Hyundai’s commercial van version of the Staria gets a glow-up with a new posh Premium spec – but is it worth the extra cash?
Matt Campbell
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
In a final people mover-like touch, you can buy the Staria Load Premium in more than just plain white and black. Graphite Grey and Shimmering Silver metallic and Moonlight Blue mica finishes are available.
The van and Crew Van are available only in Creamy White solid or Abyss Black mica finishes.
The Premium is additionally available in Graphite Grey and Shimmering Silver metallic and Moonlight Blue mica finishes. These finishes cost an extra $695.
All models have a black cloth interior.
The 2024 Kia Sorento is available in the following exterior paint colours:
All colours apart from Clear White cost an additional $695.
Hyundai’s commercial van version of the Staria gets a glow-up with a new posh Premium spec – but is it worth the extra cash?
Matt Campbell
Sure this entry-level Kia Sorento may look like a rental-spec vehicle on the outside, but inside it now finally feels fresh and up to date.
Jack Quick
Type | ||
TURBO CDI, MULTI POINT F/INJ | TURBO CDI, MULTI POINT F/INJ, TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
2199 - 3470 | 1598 - 3470 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.2L, 3.5L | 2.2L, 3.5L, 1.6L | |
Induction | ||
DIESEL TURBO 4, V6 | DIESEL TURBO 4, V6, TURBO 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 - 24 | 16 - 24 | |
Power | ||
130kW - 200kW | 132kW - 200kW | |
Power RPM | ||
3800 - 6400 | 3800 - 6300 | |
Torque | ||
331Nm - 430Nm | 265Nm - 440Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1500 - 5000 | 1500 - 5000 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
10.6 - 16 | 10.5 - 16 |