[2] The first generation, launched in January 1977, was called the Hyundai HD1000 and was available as a truck or as a minibus (3 and 12-seater van, ambulance).

While the third generation Delica was also built by Hyundai, it was known as the Grace and was marketed only as a van, in parallel with the Porter truck range.

Round headlights, a steering wheel from the 1991 Sonata, and the dashboard from the newer Grace, were the main differences.

Convenience features such as steering wheel audio controls, a 7-inch navigation screen, hipass rear view mirror, Bluetooth handsfree were added.

Due to the introduction of new regulations, tire pressure monitoring system, stability control and anti-lock braking became standard on every variant since 2015.

Beige color option was added and driver airbag get standard on every RWD variant.

It has a claimed range of 211 km (131 mi) on a full charge; the maximum output is 135 kW (181 hp) and 395 N⋅m (291 lbf⋅ft) of torque, drawing from a 58.8 kW-hr battery.

The Porter II EV is available only with the long wheelbase and extended cab; compared to the conventional diesel equivalent, curb weight increases from 1,820 to 1,970 kg (4,010 to 4,340 lb).