We may have become used to numerous local updates to the Hyundai Grand Starex over in Malaysia, but the fact of the matter is that globally, the humongous van/MPV has only seen one mild facelift since it was unveiled in 2007. Well, the Korean-market model has finally received a more comprehensive overhaul inside and out, bringing it up to date with the rest of the company’s lineup.
All models get a new front fascia that ditches the distinctive vertical headlights for horizontal trapezoidal items, flanking a version of the company’s Cascading Grille – way better than our Lexus-style front maw, don’t you think? The lower air intake has also been redesigned, while the bonnet is taller to provide greater pedestrian protection and a more stately look.
The new, more luxurious Urban model gains a number of additional upgrades, such as projector halogen headlights, a chrome grille, LED combination tail lights, 17-inch machined-finish alloy wheels, aero-blade wipers and revised suspension tuning for improved comfort.
Inside, the Urban also gains a redesigned “sedan” interior, with a horizontal dashboard design, a new four-spoke steering wheel and gearlever, automatic air-conditioning and a “floating” freestanding eight-inch infotainment touchscreen with navigation.
The nine-seater Urban, which joins the van and 11- and 12-seater Wagon models, is exempted from individual consumption tax levied on the other variants in Korea and can be operated with a standard driving licence. It is also allowed to travel at over 110 km/h, while still being able to use highway bus lanes with at least six people on board.
Other added features include hill-start assist, a locking differential and increased sound insulation for a more quiet ride. Passenger models also receive an updated 2.5 litre CRDi turbodiesel engine that is Euro 6-compliant, making 140 PS and 353 Nm of torque with a six-speed manual transmission, or 176 PS and 451 Nm with variable geometry turbocharging (VGT) and a five-speed automatic.
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Does it still have the annoyingly bright LEDs shining from the wing mirrors?
for the first time, i totally 100% agree with you john. that bright light LED at the side mirror is super duper annoying. just like vios rear fog lamp. i don’t know what the driver was thinking when switch it on. feeling cool? nope, you just making trouble to the other cars behind because it is so bright. mind you, it is RED bright.
Macam alfat tapi bukan..
Seats are very straight, like those in factory workers van
it has no switch to switch it off. it auto on whenever the car is started.
the front sensor couldn’t also be turned off. it is super annoying while queuing at traffic lights.
blame Hyundai..
Some say rich ahbeng car to bring their 9 kids.
I think ahbengs got 2 or 3 kids only. They know family planning
Nope. Seen so many times these ahbeng MPVs open door and unload a swarm of misbehaving screaming little terrors.
if their faces dont look alike, you know its their kids friends, not their own offspring.
(Like) Hyundai Trajet rm168k.
(Dislike) Maxus G10 rm153k
I like the bright shining side mirror. Feel like driving a jet…. Hehehehehe
Not to those driving besides the starex.
For more info, Hyundai sales will not able to sell well and Hyundai sales will continue dropping
some marques also not doing well so please don’t purposely mention Hyundai. they got some sales every month
Why Hyundai sales not able to sell well? It is because current Hyundai models design are getting worst and terrible. Hyundai Kona headlights also copying from Citroen C4 Cactus. Hyundai Starex Royale new facelift that mentioned this article, it’s design looks very boxy compare to Kia Grand Carnival where Kia Carnival design is not even boxy and its shape design looks better compare to Hyundai Starex Royale Facelift that mentioned this article. Not only that as the username: John and annoying Starex also commented this article that bright light LED at the side mirror is super super annoying
Well said
So, if a brand does not upgrade it’s products, it is outdated. If a brand upgrades, it is copying. So, what exactly do you want the brand to do? If you don’t like the designs, don’t buy. Simple. It’s as though you are FORCED to buy Hyundai vehicles and there are no other choices.
Total nonsense comments sometimes from some people on here.
Pipu want jepunis brands to kolos shop
We owned a H-1 (2012-2015) and I like the concept. The design is better, now. I would still like a new side profile, too.
I like, that the seats have now real belts. But I still miss curtain airbags to protect your whole family.
The head, fog lights and front bumper looks like the current Santa fe facelift design …..
Yup and it’s outdated too for both new facelift stared royale that mentioned this article and current Santa Fe facelift design
Yup and I forgot to tell you that when I looked Hyundai Starex Royale new facelift, it’s look not even updating facelift at all as Hyundai Starex Royale new Facelift is getting outdated.
Facelift so many rounds like Elizabeth Taylor
Facelift for a 10 years old model? Record breaking for Korean vehicles.
(LIKE) Hyundai Grand Starex
(UNLIKE) Kia Grand Carnival
Will this facelift launch in malaysia or just many country but not in malaysia? I am a real starex fan who didnt own the starex~ hehe~ but if this facelift launch in malaysia, i think i will buy one! The latest model in malaysia is not perfect enough for me although i love starex~ hahaha