Hyundai Motor India has laid out an ambitious and detailed roadmap, signaling a major transformation of its brand and vehicle lineup for the Indian market. The automaker’s strategy, unveiled during a recent Investor Day presentation, charts a course through 2030 with a wave of new models designed to capture every segment of the market.
Central to this new direction is a significant commitment to hybrid technology. Hyundai confirmed it will launch eight distinct hybrid models in India by the fiscal year 2030. This move positions hybrids as a crucial “bridge technology,” offering consumers a more accessible step into electrification before transitioning to fully electric vehicles. Popular nameplates like the Creta, Venue, and Tucson are among the expected models to receive hybrid powertrains.
This aggressive push will fundamentally reshape Hyundai’s sales mix in India. Currently, in FY2025, traditional petrol and diesel engines dominate, accounting for a combined 76% of sales. CNG variants hold a 19% share, while what Hyundai terms “eco-friendly” options—hybrids and EVs—represent a mere 5%.
By FY2030, the company projects a dramatic shift. The share of eco-friendly vehicles is expected to skyrocket to 47%, nearly matching the projected share of petrol and diesel models. CNG offerings are anticipated to settle at around 6%.
A Multi-Powertrain Portfolio for the Future
To achieve this, Hyundai’s portfolio will expand significantly. By the end of the decade, the brand plans to have 32 models on sale in India. This future lineup will be composed of:
- 13 Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles
- 8 Hybrid models
- 5 fully Electric Vehicles (EVs)
- 6 CNG-powered options
The plan to reach this 32-model portfolio involves an intense rollout schedule of 26 separate launches between now and FY2030. This includes a mix of all-new nameplates, complete model redesigns, new derivatives, and facelifts.
The launch cadence will build over time, culminating in an aggressive final push. The period spanning FY2029 to FY2030 alone will see 14 new model introductions, a clear indication of Hyundai’s intent to solidify its market position with a fresh and technologically advanced lineup.
This strategic blitz underscores Hyundai’s determination not just to maintain, but to strengthen its position as India’s second-largest carmaker. By betting big on a multi-pronged powertrain approach, the company aims to offer a vehicle for every type of Indian consumer, ensuring it remains a dominant force through the industry’s ongoing evolution.
