Hyundai Motor India is preparing a major SUV expansion for the Indian market, with two completely new SUVs expected to arrive by 2026.
The company has confirmed plans for:
- One new ICE SUV
- One new electric SUV
as part of its next growth phase in India.
Hyundai Aims for Bigger Growth in India
During its future outlook presentation, Hyundai revealed plans to target:
- 8-10% domestic growth
- 8-10% export growth
for FY2026-27.
The company also plans major investment spending of around ₹7,500 crore.
Two New SUVs to Roll Out
The presentation also teased 2 new nameplates, including:
- An ICE SUV
- An E-SUV
Reports suggest the upcoming models are internally known as Bc4i and HE1i.
New ICE SUV Could Rival Upcoming Maruti Models
The upcoming ICE crossover is expected to target the growing compact SUV space.
It could rival cars like:
- Maruti Suzuki Fronx
- Upcoming Maruti compact SUVs
- Tata’s smaller SUVs
The SUV is reportedly based on the Hyundai i20 platform and could get:
- Petrol engines
- CNG options
- Connected car tech
- Premium cabin features
Compact EV to Rival Nexon EV
The second model is expected to be a compact electric SUV aimed directly at the Tata Nexon EV.
Hyundai reportedly wants to improve localisation and pricing to make the EV more competitive for Indian buyers.
The company is also expected to focus heavily on:
- Urban usability
- Affordability
- Everyday practicality
Bigger Production Plans Too
Hyundai also revealed plans to increase production capacity in India. Its Pune plant capacity expansion will reportedly help total production rise to 11.44 lakh units annually after Phase II expansion.
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Conclusion
Hyundai’s next phase in India clearly revolves around SUVs and EVs. A new compact electric SUV and a fresh ICE crossover could help the brand compete more strongly in some of India’s fastest-growing segments, especially as buyers continue moving toward feature-rich compact SUVs.
