Hyundai India to roll out first mass-market EV from Chennai plant this year

Hyundai Motor India will launch two new models from its Chennai facility in 2025, including its first mass-market EV, anchoring Tamil Nadu as its flagship EV hub with an expanded charging network and skill development partnership with the state government.

— Source publishedThu, 4 Jun, 2026, 18:59 IST·First seen Thu, 4 Jun, 2026, 19:07 IST·Source NDTV Profit

What happened

Hyundai Motor India will launch two new models from its Chennai plant this year, including its first mass-market EV, positioning Tamil Nadu as its flagship EV

Key facts

  • 2 new models
  • 3.9 million vehicles exported
  • 150+ countries
  • December 2027

Why this matters

Hyundai's Chennai EV commitment opens partnership windows in charging networks, battery localization, and component supply, while raising competitive pressure on Tata and Mahindra's mass-market EV lead.