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Hyundai Staria vs Kia Carnival — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the Hyundai Staria and the Kia Carnival: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
At a glance
The Hyundai Staria is 6% cheaper than the Kia Carnival (MAD 459,000 vs MAD 489,000).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | Hyundai Staria | Kia Carnival |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Hyundai | Kia |
| Body | MPV | MPV |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Automatic |
| Power | 177 ch | 202 ch |
| Consumption | 8.5 L/100 km | 8 L/100 km |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 459,000 | MAD 489,000 |
| Top trim price | MAD 619,000 | MAD 649,000 |
Pros and watch-outs
Hyundai Staria
Pros
- True 9 seats 3+3+3 — unique MA segment configuration (extended family, VIP taxi)
- Lounge 7-seat Maybach-style captain seats + rear iPad — limo/VIP/business segment
- Futuristic "pure design" silhouette — unique in MA market vs utilitarian Hiace/Trafic
- Standard HTRAC AWD — Hiace/Trafic rivals are FWD-only
- 5-year / 100,000 km Hyundai Care warranty + Global Engines 35+ dealership service
Watch-outs
- Limited MA niche — MPV/van isn't a mass-market segment
- No gasoline or hybrid version (diesel 2.2 CRDi only)
- 5.25 m long × 1.99 m wide footprint — difficult urban manoeuvrability
Kia Carnival
Pros
- Carnival Hybrid 1.6 T-GDI 245 hp / 5.8 L/100 — Staria has no hybrid version in MA
- 0 MAD TVM (hybrid exempt) — ~6,000 MAD/year saving vs Staria diesel
- "GUV" Grand Utility Vehicle format — more modern SUV-MPV design vs pure van
- Limousine reclining captain seats — first-class comfort for VIP/business chauffeur
- 5-year / 100,000 km Kia warranty + 10-year / 200,000 km hybrid battery warranty
Watch-outs
- 9 seats not available (Staria 9-seater vs Carnival max 7-8)
- No standard HTRAC AWD (Staria wins on MA Atlas winter / sand track)
- More consensual and less distinctive design than Staria's futuristic "pure design"
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Frequently asked — Hyundai Staria vs Kia Carnival
Hyundai Staria or Kia Carnival: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is entry price, look at the Hyundai Staria (entry MAD 459,000). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the Hyundai Staria and the Kia Carnival?
The Hyundai Staria starts at MAD 459,000 versus MAD 489,000 for the Kia Carnival, a 6% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the Hyundai Staria and Kia Carnival be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.