Hyundai India Electric SUV Launch Planned for Q4 FY2026

Hyundai Expands India Portfolio With New Electric SUV

On August 26, Hyundai Motor Company announced plans to expand its India portfolio with an all-new electric SUV scheduled for launch in Q4 FY2026, which ends in March. The vehicle will be designed and localized specifically for the Indian market, with a next-generation infotainment system and Level 2 assisted driving technology. Alongside the electric model, Hyundai will also introduce a new mid-size SUV powered by an internal-combustion engine. The planned launches form part of the company’s broader product strategy for India and are intended to strengthen its vehicle portfolio across different powertrain technologies and market segments.

Hyundai Targets 26 Vehicle Launches or Refreshes by 2030

As part of its global product strategy, Hyundai Motor Company plans to launch or refresh 26 vehicles in India by 2030. The company will also increase its manufacturing capacity in India by 320,000 units by 2030, reinforcing the country’s role in its global production network. Hyundai intends to use India as an export hub serving markets across the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and South America. This expansion is designed to support a larger domestic portfolio while increasing India’s contribution to Hyundai’s international vehicle supply and export operations over the remainder of the decade.

Hyundai Sets 90% Local Sourcing Target by 2030

Hyundai aims to source 90% of its vehicle content from India by 2030, supported by a local network of more than 1,400 suppliers and over 900 engineers. The company also plans to export around 30% of its India production volume by 2030, linking increased manufacturing capacity with its international market strategy. The combination of local sourcing, engineering resources, production expansion, and exports is expected to strengthen India’s role within Hyundai’s broader operations. The approach also supports the company’s plans to develop and localize products for Indian customers while using the country as a production base for multiple overseas markets.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will Hyundai launch its new electric SUV in India?
The new electric SUV is planned for launch in Q4 FY2026, as Hyundai expands its India portfolio with a model designed and localized specifically for the Indian market. The vehicle will feature a next-generation infotainment system and Level 2 assisted driving technology. Hyundai is also preparing a new internal-combustion engine-powered mid-size SUV for India. These products are part of a broader strategy that includes launching or refreshing 26 vehicles by 2030, increasing Indian manufacturing capacity by 320,000 units, and strengthening local sourcing and exports.