The 2021 Hyundai H-1 (2021 Hyundai
Starex/2021 Grand Starex) has been spied for the first time. The previously
spotted Kia Carnival-like upcoming Hyundai MPV was actually a different model,
and we'll get back to it in another story. Introduced in 2007, the current
generation Hyundai H-1 is way too old now. It was given a facelift in 2018. By
2021, it will likely be replaced by an entirely new model, which is probably
the model we are seeing in the spy shots here.
The 2021 Hyundai H-1 apparently has a more
contemporary silhouette that doesn’t make it look like a typical boxy van. The
front section when seen from the sides has a curvy appearance, and this gives
it a more appealing style. The drop in the belt line forms yet another curve on
the sides and it leads to a bigger greenhouse that should give the driver and
passenger a better view outside.
The front fascia of the next-gen Hyundai
H-1 looks a bit odd. The noticeably wide radiator grille, which is probably
flanked by split, LED headlamps, may give an overdone impression. There’s no
word on the changes in the specifications and features yet.
The current generation Hyundai H-1 is
available with features like projector headlamps, 17-inch alloy wheels, LED
tail lights, power sliding rear door on the sides, double swing rear door,
360-degree camera, freestanding 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system and
more.
The line-up includes wagon, window van,
panel van, camper, school bus, ambulance and many other passenger and
commercial versions. Depending on the market, buyers can select from various
four-cylinder engines, such as 175 PS 2.4-litre MPi petrol, 100 PS 2.5-litre
TCi diesel, 136 PS 2.5-litre CRDi WGT diesel and 170 PS/175 PS 2.5-litre CRDi
VGT diesel.
