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Hyundai confirms the launch of two new models from its Chennai manufacturing facility including a dedicated mass-market EV
Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has announced a major expansion of its electric vehicle strategy by designating Tamil Nadu as its flagship EV hub for India while confirming the launch of two new models from its Chennai manufacturing facility. Most importantly, one of those products will be Hyundai’s first mass-market dedicated electric vehicle for the Indian market and is scheduled to arrive before the end of 2026.
The launch confirmation was made alongside Hyundai’s renewed commitment to Tamil Nadu where the company has already invested heavily in electric vehicle manufacturing infrastructure. While Hyundai has not officially revealed the identities of the two upcoming models, industry expectations point towards a compact electric SUV and a new generation product based on the company’s future EV architecture.
Supporting these upcoming launches is Hyundai’s localisation push. The company has already established Tamil Nadu’s first battery sub-assembly plant for EV powertrains and is actively localising critical components such as power electronics. Hyundai aims to increase localisation levels from the current 82 per cent to 90 per cent over the next five to six years – reducing dependence on imports while consolidating domestic manufacturing capabilities.
Hyundai is also investing heavily in charging infrastructure ahead of its future EV launches. The company currently operates 39 DC fast charging stations with 78 charging points across Tamil Nadu. These chargers are strategically positioned across major cities and highway corridors and Hyundai plans to significantly expand the network over the next two to three years as more affordable electric vehicles enter its portfolio.
The Korean brand has announced a strategic partnership with the Government of Tamil Nadu focused on workforce development. Scheduled to commence operations in December 2027, the initiative will provide training in electric vehicles, hydrogen mobility, robotics, automation, artificial intelligence-enabled manufacturing and smart factory technologies.
The expansion plan is backed by Hyundai’s commitment to invest more than Rs. 26,000 crore in Tamil Nadu between 2023 and 2032 as part of its previously announced Rs. 45,000 crore investment strategy. Hyundai also intends to increase sourcing from Tamil Nadu-based suppliers by around Rs. 4,000 crore – a move expected to generate around 2,000 additional jobs over the next five to six years. It must be noted that over 3.9 million vehicles have already been exported from Tamil Nadu to more than 150 countries.
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