New Delhi, May 17, 2025 — Hyundai Motor India has unveiled an ambitious plan to launch 26 new models by FY2030 (March 2030), signaling a bold push to reclaim its position as India’s second-largest automaker. Announced on May 15, 2025, the strategy includes 20 internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, 6 electric vehicles (EVs), and hybrid cars, with the first strong hybrid expected by September 2025, per Team-BHP. This move targets India’s growing demand for eco-friendly vehicles, challenging competitors like Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, and Toyota, according to India Today.
Hyundai’s Hybrid Cars to Debut by 2026
Hyundai India confirmed its entry into the hybrid segment, responding to a 19% surge in hybrid sales in 2024, outpacing 7% EV growth, per Jato Dynamics. The first hybrid SUV, likely a Creta-sized model or a 7-seater positioned between the Alcazar and Tucson, is slated for 2026, with a possible early launch in September 2025, per Times Now. Hyundai’s hybrid technology is expected to deliver 30% fuel savings, competing with Toyota Hyryder and Maruti Grand Vitara Hybrid, as noted by GaadiWaadi.
- Powertrain: 1.6L petrol-hybrid (global Tucson Hybrid, ~230 hp) or 1.5L petrol-hybrid for cost-effectiveness.
- Efficiency: Up to 40 km/l, with seamless electric-petrol switching, per Auto Hindustan Times.
- Target: Mid-size SUV buyers seeking fuel efficiency, per IndiaCarNews.
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26 New Models: EVs, ICE, and Launch Timeline
Hyundai’s 26-model plan, detailed by MD Unsoo Kim, includes 8 launches by FY2027 and the rest by FY2030, per CNBC TV18. The Creta Electric, launching in Q4 FY2025 (January-March 2025), will lead the EV charge, followed by hybrids and ICE models, per RushLane. Production at the Talegaon plant (Pune) starts Q3 FY2026, boosting capacity to 1.074 million units, per Team-BHP. Bookings are open at Hyundai dealerships and hyundai.com, with test drives from early 2026, per X posts (@MotorBeam).
- 6 EVs: Creta Electric (400 km range), Inster EV, Venue EV, Grand i10 Nios EV, Ioniq 5 facelift, Ioniq 9 (by 2028).
- 20 ICE: Next-gen Creta (2027), Verna facelift, Exter CNG, new sub-4m SUV, powered by petrol, diesel, CNG.
- Timeline: 8 models by FY2027, including next-gen Venue and Ioniq 5 facelift, per India Today.
Price Expectations for Hyundai’s New Models
Hyundai aims for competitive pricing to regain market share, currently at 12.58% after slipping to fourth place in February 2025, per Financial Express. Estimated ex-showroom prices include:
- Creta Electric: Rs 15-20 lakh, rivaling Tata Curvv EV.
- Hybrid SUV: Rs 18-25 lakh, undercutting Toyota Innova Hycross.
- Next-Gen Venue: Rs 8-14 lakh, competing with Maruti Brezza.
- Ioniq 5 Facelift: Rs 45-50 lakh, for premium EV buyers.
- ICE Hatchbacks: Starting at Rs 6 lakh, per carandbike.
CNG models, leveraging 46% sales growth in 2024, will keep ICE volumes strong, per Jato Dynamics.
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Features and Design of Hyundai’s 2025-2030 Models
Hyundai’s new models will feature modern designs and advanced technology, per IndiaCarNews:
- Creta Electric: Sleek LED headlights, 10.25-inch dual screens, 400 km range.
- Hybrid SUV: Bold grille, panoramic sunroof, dual-tone interiors.
- Next-Gen Venue: Redesigned fascia, Level 2 ADAS, compact SUV styling.
Key features include:
- Infotainment: 10.25-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Hyundai Blue Link.
- Safety: 6-8 airbags, 360-degree camera, Level 2 ADAS (lane-keep, adaptive cruise).
- Comfort: Ventilated seats, wireless charging, dual-zone AC, per Auto Hindustan Times.
Hyundai’s Rs 20,000 crore R&D investment in Tamil Nadu drives these innovations, per GaadiWaadi.
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Hyundai’s Market Strategy and Challenges
Hyundai India sold 599,000 vehicles domestically and exported 163,000 units in FY2025, with SUVs (e.g., Creta) contributing 68.5% of sales, per Times Now. Despite revenues of Rs 691,929 crore, its market share dipped due to Mahindra and Tata Motors overtaking in February 2025, per Financial Express. The 26-model plan aims to reverse this:
- Hybrids: Creta Hybrid to challenge Toyota’s dominance, per IndiaCarNews.
- EVs: Creta Electric and Inster EV target mass-market EV buyers, per RushLane.
- ICE Volumes: 20 ICE models leverage 80% ICE market share, per Auto Hindustan Times.
Challenges include charging infrastructure gaps and high hybrid taxes (43% vs. 5% for EVs), per Reuters. However, Hyundai’s Rs 32,000 crore investment (Pune and Tamil Nadu) ensures production scalability, per Business Standard.
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Hyundai’s Vision for Sustainable Mobility
Hyundai India’s 26-model strategy, launched on May 15, 2025, positions it as a leader in sustainable mobility. With hybrid cars by 2026, Creta Electric in Q4 FY2025, and 20 ICE models, Hyundai aims to overtake Maruti Suzuki and Tata Motors. Indian buyers can book test drives at Hyundai dealerships or hyundai.com to experience this automotive revolution, per X posts (@TheANI_Official).