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July 9, 2026 – Hyundai Motor Philippines has officially expanded its electrified lineup with the launch of the new Hyundai STARIA Hybrid, bringing hybrid power to one of the brand’s most distinctive people movers.

Unveiled at Alabang Town Center, the STARIA Hybrid added a new layer of efficiency and refinement to Hyundai’s large MPV offering. More importantly, it gave Filipino buyers a hybrid alternative without losing the space, comfort, and futuristic design that made the STARIA stand out in the first place.

For families, executives, shuttle users, and buyers who want a more premium way to move people, the STARIA Hybrid arrived as a smarter take on Hyundai’s already familiar MPV formula.

Same STARIA character, now with hybrid power

The biggest change in the new STARIA is found under the hood.

Instead of relying purely on a conventional diesel setup for the Philippines, the new STARIA Hybrid lineup uses Hyundai’s 1.6-liter turbocharged hybrid powertrain. This paired a gasoline engine with an electric motor, allowing the vehicle to deliver improved efficiency while retaining the smooth and easygoing character expected from a large MPV.

Large MPVs, or Vans, are often chosen for comfort, space, and convenience, but fuel efficiency is always part of the ownership conversation. With the STARIA Hybrid, Hyundai gave buyers a way to enjoy the STARIA’s premium passenger experience with the added advantage of hybrid assistance.

The new Hybrid variants bring better efficiency and hybrid tech, with its best-in-class fuel efficiency of 17.7 km/L, new 1.6 Turbo Gasoline Hybrid engine with 245 PS combined output, Euro 5 emission standard, and a 6-speed automatic transmission.

Seamless Connectivity Anywhere with Bluelink

The STARIA Hybrid is the first in Hyundai’s lineup to feature Bluelink, the brand’s advanced Connected Car Service platform that keeps drivers seamlessly connected to their vehicle. Through Hyundai Live Services, owners can access real-time traffic and weather updates directly via the infotainment system without the need to tether a smartphone. With data refreshed every two minutes, every journey becomes safer and more efficient.

The Bluelink system also supports online voice recognition, supporting users to send and receive text messages while keeping their focus on the road. Beyond the drive, it keeps owners informed with vehicle status, diagnostics, and health reports, while enabling remote control of climate settings, door locks, horn, and lights for effortless access even before entering the vehicle.

New 9-seater and 11-seater HEV options broaden the range

The STARIA has never been just about moving people from one point to another. Its main strength has always been how it makes the journey feel.

Inside, the STARIA Hybrid continued to offer the kind of open, airy cabin that made the model popular among buyers who prioritize passenger comfort. Its large glass area, spacious seating arrangement, and modern dashboard layout gave the cabin a more premium atmosphere than the usual utility-focused van.

With the new STARIA variant lineup we now have 5 HEVs and 1 Diesel Cargo variant.

Variants	Powertrain	Seating	Price
2.2 Diesel Cargo 6MT	Diesel	Cargo	₱1,499,000
1.6T HEV GL 6AT	Hybrid	9-Seater	₱1,999,000
1.6T HEV GL 6AT	Hybrid	11-Seater	₱2,079,000
1.6T HEV GLS 6AT	Hybrid	9-Seater	₱2,389,000
1.6T HEV Premium 6AT	Hybrid	9-Seater	₱2,999,000
1.6T HEV Premium Plus 6AT	Hybrid	7-Seater	₱3,199,000

The HEV GL, HEV GLS, and HEV Premium have 9-seater configurations while the HEV Premium Plus has the 7-seater configuration with captain’s chairs on the second row. The HEV GL also has an 11-seater configuration as well for more room for passengers.

Enhanced Driving Confidence

The New STARIA Hybrid is also equipped with Hyundai SmartSense, an array of advanced safety technologies, engineered with customer safety in mind. These include new features such as the Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist and Side Parking Distance Warning, helping drivers navigate with heightened awareness and delivering confidence when on the road. Supporting this is a set of six airbags strategically integrated throughout the cabin.

Collectively, all these features embody the New STARIA’s promise of safety, space, and smart mobility for all occupants.

With the launch of the new Hyundai STARIA Hybrid, Hyundai Motor Philippines has clearly signaled where the future of its premium people mover is headed.

The biggest takeaway is simple: the STARIA’s passenger lineup has officially gone hybrid. Aside from the lone 2.2-liter Diesel Cargo variant, every passenger model is now powered by Hyundai’s new 1.6-liter Turbo Hybrid system. Buyers also have more choices than before, with the lineup expanding from five variants to six, adding greater flexibility for families, businesses, and executive transport operators.

Of course, the move to hybrid power comes with a price increase across most passenger variants. Buyers moving from the outgoing diesel models will notice the higher sticker prices, and those who preferred the previous AWD Premium+ variants will also have to accept the shift to front-wheel drive on the new HEV lineup.

However, these changes shouldn’t simply be viewed as compromises because all in all, the STARIA has always stood out for its design and comfort and now with hybrid technology, Hyundai has made it smarter, more efficient, and more relevant for today’s Filipino buyers.

For buyers who are in the market for a new family van or premium MPV, the new STARIA Hybrid deserves serious consideration. While the initial investment is higher than the outgoing diesel models, the potential savings at the fuel pump—combined with the convenience of a self-charging hybrid that requires no external charging infrastructure—could make it a worthwhile long-term proposition.