Self-drive car hire on Langkawi Island
Rent a Hyundai Staria 2.2 automatic in Langkawi and pick it up at Langkawi International Airport or Kuah Jetty. It is a nine-seat premium MPV with a diesel engine and room for five bags, for groups that want space and comfort without driving a manual van.
Car shown is for illustration purposes only.
Starting at USD 204.50
Price may vary by date and pickup point.
Check availability for the Hyundai StariaRent a Hyundai Staria in Langkawi if you need nine seats and five bags in an automatic premium MPV. The Staria is a 2.2-litre diesel automatic. It starts at USD 204.50, well above the Nissan Urvan NV350 van, so the extra cost buys an automatic gearbox, a premium MPV body and three fewer seats. Hyundai Malaysia official site has the model details. For seven seats, compare the Toyota Vellfire.
Seats
9
Luggage
5 bags
Transmission
Automatic
Fuel
Diesel
You can run a full group day out in the Staria, from the airport through Kuah to the north coast, because nine seats and five bags keep the whole party and its luggage together.
Airport arrival: Langkawi International Airport
Nine passengers and five bags load in one go. Pantai Cenang is about 10 minutes away and Kuah town about 25.
Midday: Kuah town
Stop in Kuah for lunch. It is busier than the west coast, so allow time to park a larger vehicle.
Kuah to Tanjung Rhu: about 30 minutes
Drive north on the quiet coast road. The automatic gearbox keeps a full load easy to manage.
Evening: Pantai Cenang
End the day on the west coast. If your group flies out the next morning, the airport is about 10 minutes away.
Driver's note
Driver's note: the Staria is a diesel, so use the diesel pump when you refuel. The fleet list shows diesel for this car, and putting petrol in a diesel engine is an expensive mistake.
The Hyundai Staria can be collected at Langkawi International Airport (LGK) or at Kuah Jetty. Pick the point that matches how you arrive, and use the Return to another location option if you leave from a different place.
Land, pick up the Hyundai Staria and reach Pantai Cenang in about 10 minutes or Kuah town in about 25.
Car rental at Langkawi airport →Step off the ferry from Penang, Kuala Perlis or Kuala Kedah and take the Hyundai Staria from Kuah Jetty.
Kuah Jetty car rental →The Hyundai Staria starts at USD 204.50, which gives it the same starting rate as the Toyota Vellfire among these three cars.
Hyundai Staria vs Nissan Urvan NV350
The Nissan Urvan NV350 seats twelve and carries five bags, against nine seats and five bags in the Hyundai Staria. At USD 92.03, the Nissan Urvan NV350 sits USD 112.47 below the Hyundai Staria. Pick the Nissan Urvan NV350 for more seats and a smaller starting rate.
Hyundai Staria vs Toyota Vellfire
The Toyota Vellfire matches the Hyundai Staria at USD 204.50. Seats and luggage: seven seats and three bags for the Toyota Vellfire, nine seats and five bags for the Hyundai Staria. Pick the Hyundai Staria for more seats and more luggage space.
Not sure the Hyundai Staria is the right match? These pages point to cars with different seats, luggage space and prices, plus transfers if you would rather not drive. The full range is on the Langkawi car rental page.
If you would rather not drive on arrival, book a private transfer from Langkawi International Airport to your hotel.
Langkawi airport transfer →Take a transfer from Kuah Jetty to your hotel if you decide against a self-drive car.
Kuah Jetty transfer →A bigger-engine MPV for groups planning longer drives. At USD 79.25, the Toyota Innova Crysta sits USD 125.25 below the Hyundai Staria.
Toyota Innova Crysta rental in Langkawi →A step up in height and space from the compact cars. The Honda CR-V starts at USD 115.03, which is USD 89.47 less than the Hyundai Staria.
SUV rental in Langkawi →The luxury sedan option for business travellers and couples. At USD 130.37, the Toyota Camry sits USD 74.13 below the Hyundai Staria.
Luxury car rental in Langkawi →Seven seats at a rate close to the sedans make it the practical group option. The Toyota Avanza starts at USD 61.35, which is USD 143.15 less than the Hyundai Staria.
7-seater car rental in Langkawi →Here is what Tripgoasia customers say after renting a car on the island.
AN
Arjun N.
Group of nine · Langkawi airport pickup
★★★★★
Nine of us flew in for a family trip and the Hyundai Staria took us and five bags in one go. The cabin felt premium and the automatic gearbox made the drive easy. Pantai Cenang was ten minutes from the airport.
MA
Marcus A.
Corporate group · Kuah Jetty pickup
★★★★★
Eight colleagues arrived by ferry and picked up the Staria at Kuah Jetty. It was comfortable and quiet, and everyone had a proper seat. We drove to Kuah and the north coast with no issues.
NZ
Nadia Z.
Extended family · Langkawi airport pickup
★★★★★
Grandparents, parents and children all fitted in the Staria. The step in was easy, the air conditioning was strong and the five bags went into the back with space to spare. Pickup at the airport was quick.
SW
Sarah W.
Wedding guests · Langkawi airport pickup
★★★★★
We rented the Staria for a small wedding party. Nine seats meant one vehicle for everyone, and the premium cabin made a good impression. Parking needed some care, but it was manageable.
OW
Oliver W.
Friends trip · Kuah Jetty pickup
★★★★★
Seven friends and a lot of luggage. The Staria was far easier than a manual van, and we shared the driving. The diesel engine pulled well on the road to Tanjung Rhu.
FN
Farid N.
Tour party · Langkawi airport pickup
★★★★★
A small tour group of nine. The Staria gave us space and comfort, and pickup at the airport took only a few minutes. We would book it again for a larger family trip.
Yes, when it is free for your dates. Choose Langkawi International Airport as the pickup point and Tripgoasia shows whether the Hyundai Staria is available. The airport is in Padang Matsirat, about 10 minutes from Pantai Cenang and 25 minutes from Kuah town.
The Tripgoasia fleet details list the Hyundai Staria 2.2 (A) as an automatic diesel. At the pump, choose diesel every time, and check the fuel type in the booking form if you have any doubt. Petrol in a diesel engine can cause costly damage, so ask the Tripgoasia team on WhatsApp if you are unsure.
The Hyundai Staria seats nine people and carries five bags, according to the Tripgoasia fleet details. That suits groups who want extra comfort on longer drives. The Nissan Urvan NV350 seats twelve and carries five bags if you want an alternative for the same dates.
You need a valid driving licence and your passport, or a MyKad if you live in Malaysia. If your licence is not in English or Malay, bring an International Driving Permit too. Rules can change, so check with the Road Transport Department Malaysia (JPJ) before you travel to Langkawi.
Tripgoasia lists the Hyundai Staria from USD 204.50. The final total depends on your dates, your pickup point and how busy the island is, so enter your trip details in the booking form to see the exact amount. Use the starting price here as a guide, not as a quote.
Choose the Staria for nine seats and five bags, and the Toyota Vellfire for seven seats and three bags. Both start at USD 204.50 on Tripgoasia and both are premium MPVs with an automatic gearbox. The Staria is a diesel and the Vellfire a petrol, so check which fuel suits you.
Press the rent button on this page, enter your pickup location, dates and times in the pop-up, and select Search. The results list the Hyundai Staria and the other cars available for your dates. Choose it, add your driver details and confirm. The Tripgoasia team can help on WhatsApp if you get stuck.
If the Hyundai Staria is taken on your dates, these cars are the nearest matches on the Tripgoasia fleet list. Vans, MPVs and SUVs are on Tripgoasia car rental, and every price is a starting rate in USD.
Pick your dates and pickup point to check the Hyundai Staria for your trip.
Tripgoasia, T23 Kuala Melaka Inn, Lot 1922, Jalan Kuala Muda, Padang Matsirat, 07100 Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia. WhatsApp +60 11-1678 7786. Last updated 8 October 2026.
