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Hyundai cars in India (16)

Hyundai entered India in 1996 and began production at its Sriperumbudur plant near Chennai in 1998. Since then, the company has grown into one of the country’s largest passenger-car manufacturers, with its Indian operations producing more than 13.5 million vehicles globally, including over 9.6 million sold in India and more than 3.9 million exported to 150 countries.

Today, Hyundai’s India range spans hatchbacks, sedans, SUVs and EVs, from the Grand i10 Nios to the Ioniq 5. The SUV line-up includes the Exter, Venue, Creta and Alcazar, while the Creta Electric and Ioniq 5 cover its EV offerings. Prices range from around Rs 5.60 lakh to over Rs 55 lakh, ex-showroom. 

Are Hyundai Cars Safe?

Hyundai offers six airbags and three-point seatbelts with reminders for all seats across its current range. Crash-test ratings, however, differ between models and tests:

  • Hyundai Venue: 5 stars in Bharat NCAP, scoring 31.15/32 for adult and 44.46/49 for child occupant protection.
  • Hyundai Verna: 5 stars in Global NCAP, scoring 28.18/34 for adult and 42/49 for child protection. Its bodyshell and footwell were rated unstable.
  • Hyundai Creta: 3 stars for adult and child protection in Global NCAP’s 2022 test. The tested two-airbag variant had an unstable bodyshell.
  • Hyundai i20: 3 stars for adult and child protection in Global NCAP’s 2022 test.
  • Hyundai Grand i10 Nios: 2 stars for adult and child protection in its 2020 Global NCAP test.
  • Exter, Aura, Alcazar, Creta Electric and Ioniq 5: No publicly listed Bharat NCAP or Global NCAP rating at present.

Which Hyundai Car Is Right For Your Needs?

 

Your usage or requirement

Recommended Hyundai car

Why it suits you

Easy-to-drive hatchback

Hyundai Grand i10 Nios

Small dimensions and light controls make it easy to manoeuvre through congested roads and tight parking spaces.

Affordable sedan with CNG

Hyundai Aura

The sedan body style, CNG option and usable boot make it a practical choice for family buyers.

Hatchback for mixed driving

Hyundai i20

Offers a roomy cabin, 311-litre boot and comfortable interiors for urban commutes as well as longer trips.

First-time SUV buyer

Hyundai Exter

Higher seating, manageable dimensions and a CNG option make it a versatile entry-level SUV.

Small SUV with multiple powertrains

Hyundai Venue

Combines easy-to-manage dimensions with more cabin space and petrol and diesel engine choices.

All-round family SUV

Hyundai Creta

Spacious five-seat accommodation, multiple powertrains and a wide choice of manual and automatic versions broaden its appeal.

Sedan with stronger performance

Hyundai Verna

Its turbo-petrol engine and DCT option add performance, while the spacious cabin suits longer journeys.

Larger family needing three rows

Hyundai Alcazar

Six- and seven-seat layouts provide greater flexibility when carrying passengers and luggage.

Electric SUV

Hyundai Creta Electric

Retains the familiar Creta format while adding an electric powertrain and a claimed range of up to 510km, depending on the battery version.

Premium electric car

Hyundai Ioniq 5

Its dedicated EV platform, spacious cabin and fast-charging capability position it as Hyundai's flagship electric model.

 

Upcoming Hyundai Cars In India

  • Hyundai Compact EV: Expected in late 2026, this will sit below the Creta Electric and bring Hyundai’s electric offering to a lower price point.
  • Hyundai Bayon: Also expected in late 2026, the Bayon will add another compact SUV to Hyundai’s line-up and sit below the Creta in terms of size.
  • Next-gen Hyundai Creta: Expected in 2027, the next-generation Creta will continue Hyundai’s presence in the midsize SUV segment with a new platform and updated styling and technology.
  • Next-gen Hyundai i10: Expected in late 2027, the new-generation hatchback will continue to serve as Hyundai’s entry-level offering in India.
  • Hyundai Palisade: Expected in 2028, the Palisade will bring Hyundai into the full-size SUV space in India and is expected to use a petrol-electric hybrid powertrain.
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Hyundai Exter Front Left Three Quarter
Hyundai Exter Color Ranger Khaki
Hyundai Exter Color Golden Bronze
Hyundai Exter Front Left Three Quarter
Hyundai Exter Color Atlas White
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Hyundai Venue Front Left Three Quarter
Hyundai Venue Front Right Three Quarter
Hyundai Venue Front View
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Atlas White With Abyss Black Roof color image
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Hyundai Bayon Front View
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Hyundai Bayon Front Left Three Quarter
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Atlas White with Black Roof color image
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Hyundai Compact EV
Late 2026
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Hyundai Ioniq P Front Logo
Hyundai Ioniq P Rear Left Three Quarter
January 2027
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Hyundai Aura Front Left Three Quarter
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Hyundai Creta Front Left Three Quarter
Hyundai Creta Front View
Hyundai Creta Front View
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Atlas White with Titanium Black color image
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Hyundai i20 Front Right Three Quarter
Hyundai i20 Front Right Three Quarter
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Hyundai i20 Front Left Three Quarter
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Hyundai Verna Color Titanium Black
Hyundai Verna Front Left Three Quarter
Hyundai Verna Closed Bonnet
Hyundai Verna Tail Light Tail Lamp
Hyundai Verna Steering Wheel
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Hyundai Ioniq 5 Front Left Three Quarter
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Front View
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Front Left Three Quarter
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Color Gravity Gold Matte
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Color Midnight Black Pearl
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Hyundai Alcazar Front View
Hyundai Alcazar Front View
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Hyundai Alcazar Front View
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Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Front Logo
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Left Side View
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Front View
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Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Rear Left Three Quarter
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Upcoming
Hyundai New Creta
2027
Exp. Launch
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Hyundai New i10
Late 2027
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Hyundai Palisade Front Right Three Quarter
Hyundai Palisade Grille
Hyundai Palisade Rear Left Three Quarter
Hyundai Palisade Rear View
Hyundai Palisade Second Row Seats
2028
Exp. Launch

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Trending Questions on Hyundai Cars - Answered by Autocar Experts

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I am currently using a 2013 Polo Petrol. I want to buy an automatic (TC or IVT) car as my primary vehicle. Since my parents are getting older, easy ingress/egress and good ride comfort are mandatory. My driving speed is usually between 60 and 90 km/h, with an 80:20 city-to-highway usage split. I prefer a car with the best-in-class insulation and NVH levels. Please suggest 2 cars from each of the following segments within an on-road budget of ₹20 lakh: Sub-4m SUV Midsize SUV I do not prefer Tata due to poor after-sales service.

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Hi, I am planning to buy a 2026 Creta IVT S(O) Petrol. During the PDI, I noticed that the engine moves forward and backward when I shift gears from P to D, D to R, and R to D. The movement is about 1 cm to 1 inch. The sales representative showed me another Creta at the yard, which exhibited the same behavior. There is no other concerning noise. When sitting inside the car with all the doors closed, the cabin is quiet, and there are no shaking or thudding sounds that I could hear. Is this engine movement when shifting to D or R normal? Thanks

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Hyundai Exter

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Nikhil Gupta•26 October 2026

5/5

Very nice car with a good experience and mileage. The petrol HX6 manual variant is the best. It's a great choice for a small family. The engine runs smoothly with no vibrations. In the city, it gives 17-18 kmpl and 21-22 kmpl on the highway. I bought this car from Lucknow and the staff were nice.

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Hyundai Venue

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Uchiha Madara•01 November 2026

4/5

The Hyundai Venue is better if you want to save some money.

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Hyundai Bayon

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Uchiha Madara•01 November 2026

5/5

The Hyundai Bayon's engine is more refined than others. It shines in comfort, features, and ride quality.

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Hyundai Compact EV

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Muhammed Yusuf•30 October 2026

5/5

Totally are exilent hyundai cars in India my favourite car in hyundai creta diesel expenses better

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Hyundai Aura

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Md Saleem•29 October 2026

4/5

Features are very awesome at this price; it is found difficult in other brands to get these features. For example, I always want when I sit in the back, I can adjust my window with a power button. Another thing I need when I sit not in the back is AC vent, which I am not getting in other brands at this price. And one more thing, the armrest at the back gives immense pleasure.

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Hyundai Creta

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Sohan Rabari•01 November 2026

5/5

Best for drive features, you can go anywhere 1000 km no problem at all and you will get best feeling in long drive so you can buy creta s(o) or more nothing in base model so buy a higher model.

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Hyundai i20

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Anshu Man Mohanty•29 October 2026

5/5

I own a 2016 i20 model, and it's the best for me in terms of features, style, and mileage. It serves well for city and highway use, making it a great family car.

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Hyundai Verna

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Donald•06 October 2026

3/5

Having come from 4 consecutive Hyundai cars, the latest being the new Verna Turbo Petrol.

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Hyundai Cars - FAQs

Hyundai cars generally offer a long list of features, polarising design and a relatively more premium interior compared to rivals.

Each brand has their own strengths, but when it comes to overall fit-and-finish of parts, Hyundai has an upper hand over Tata Motors.

Yes, Hyundai cars are generally reliable and offer a good ownership experience. Regular maintenance and driving habits also play a key role in ensuring a car runs optimally over the years.

Cars such as the Hyundai Creta N Line and i20 N Line come with some exterior tweaks, high-performance powertrains and tuned suspension setups over their standard counterparts.

Hyundai cars can easily be considered by anyone, let alone a first-time car buyer. Hyundai cars generally come with a long lost of features, and multiple powertrain options. Also, over the years, the company has built a huge service network in the country, enhancing the ownership experience of customers.

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Last Updated on: 1 Nov 2026