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Hyundai races ahead with 69,894 sales in October

MUMBAI: Hyundai Motor India hit the accelerator on festive momentum this October, clocking total sales of 69,894 units, driven by buoyant consumer sentiment and a strong SUV line-up.

The month saw domestic sales of 53,792 units and exports of 16,102 units, marking an 11 per cent year-on-year growth in overseas markets. Leading the charge were Hyundai’s power-packed SUV duo, Creta and Venue, which together notched their second-highest ever monthly sales at 30,119 units.

“October was a month of festivals and fervour, boosted further by the positive impact of GST 2.0 reforms,” said Hyundai Motor India whole-time director and COO Tarun Garg. “Strong market demand and high consumer enthusiasm powered our SUV sales, and we expect this momentum to continue with the upcoming launch of the all-new Hyundai Venue.”

With refreshed design, premium features and advanced technology, the upcoming Venue aims to steer Hyundai’s growth to the next gear, keeping the brand firmly in the fast lane of India’s SUV story.

November 3, 2025
Venue gets a tech tune-up as Hyundai drives into the future

MUMBAI: Fasten your seatbelts, the Hyundai Venue just got a serious software update. The compact SUV that once ruled the roads with its style is now gearing up to rule with its smarts. Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has unveiled the tech-packed, safety-loaded all-new Venue, promising to take Indian roads into the era of Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs).

Leading the charge is Hyundai’s futuristic ccNC (Connected Car Navigation Cockpit) system, accelerated by Nvidia, paired with dual 62.5 cm (12.3” + 12.3”) curved panoramic displays that stretch across the dashboard like a digital command centre. It’s not just a screen, it’s a statement.

The Venue also features an immersive 12.3-inch infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple Carplay, seamless OTA updates, and a fully digital 12.3-inch display cluster that keeps you updated on everything from tyre pressure to ADAS alerts. Add to that a Bose 8-speaker premium sound system, and every drive starts to feel like a private concert.

“At HMIL, we’re committed to democratising global technologies for our customers in India,” said Hyundai Motor India whole-time director and COO Tarun Garg calling the new Venue “a bold step towards introducing SDVs in India.” He added that the Venue’s blend of “cutting-edge features and class-leading safety” would set new benchmarks in the compact SUV segment.

For the gadget geeks, the new Venue goes all out. Expect 20 Controller Over-the-Air (OTA) updates, 70 Blue Link connected features, voice-enabled smart sunroof, ventilated front seats, wireless phone charging, cooled glovebox and even support for five voice recognition languages Hindi, English, Hinglish, Bengali and Tamil. Oh, and yes, it comes with the in-built JioSaavn app for your on-road playlists.

But beneath the shiny tech, Hyundai has gone heavy on safety. The Venue boasts a super-strong body structure with 71 per cent ultra-high strength steel, making it sturdier than ever. It also features Hyundai SmartSense ADAS Level 2, packing 16 advanced driver assistance features like Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (for cars, pedestrians, cycles and junction turns), and Parking Collision Avoidance Assist.

In total, the SUV comes loaded with more than 65 safety features, 33 of which are standard across all variants. Think six airbags, all-four disc brakes, Hill-start Assist, Electronic Stability Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, and even a rollover sensor, it’s practically a fortress on wheels.

Inside, it’s a symphony of comfort and convenience: rear AC vents, electric 4-way driver’s seat, Surround View Monitor, and the Bose system’s crisp acoustics make sure your journey feels as good as it sounds.

Bookings are already open at Hyundai dealerships across India or online with a booking amount of Rs 25,000, ahead of the Venue’s grand debut on 4 November 2025.

With its screens, sensors and smarts, the all-new Hyundai Venue isn’t just about reaching destinations, it’s about redefining how we get there. In a world going digital, this Venue is clearly designed for the front row.

October 27, 2025
Hyundai drives into glamour with Filmfare for third year

MUMBAI: Lights, camera, Creta! Hyundai takes the spotlight again. Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has announced its continued partnership with the Filmfare Awards for the third consecutive year, reinforcing its connection with India’s cultural heartbeat. The collaboration reflects HMIL’s commitment to blending mobility with aspiration, celebrating cinema while engaging millions of customers nationwide.

“Indian cinema evolves with every frame, and Hyundai evolves with every journey,” said HMIL whole-time director and COO Tarun Garg. “Our association with Filmfare reflects our commitment to innovation, technology, and the aspirations of the families we’ve served for nearly 30 years. Our brand philosophy, Progress for Humanity, guides every action we take, from products to CSR initiatives, creating meaningful change in people’s lives.”

This year, the partnership is extra special as the Hyundai Creta marks a decade as the “King of SUVs” in India. Since its 2015 launch, the Creta has redefined the SUV segment with cutting-edge design, performance, and customer satisfaction. The latest Hyundai Creta King will make a grand appearance at the awards, turning heads on and off the red carpet.

HMIL is also driving India toward a greener future with its electric lineup, including the award-winning Ioniq 5 and the Creta electric, alongside sustainability and CSR initiatives such as Samarth by Hyundai and the Ioniq 5 forest program. These efforts highlight Hyundai’s commitment to inclusive and responsible progress.

Through this long-standing partnership, Hyundai continues to celebrate India’s cultural milestones, proving that the brand is not just about mobility, but about creating experiences that resonate with the heart and imagination of its customers.

October 6, 2025
Hyundai revs up Aura lineup with wallet-friendly S AMT variant

MUMBAI: Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) is shifting gears on accessibility, adding a fresh variant to its popular sedan range — the Hyundai Aura S AMT. With this move, the brand brings its advanced automated manual transmission (AMT) to a broader swathe of young Indian buyers hungry for style, convenience, and comfort, without breaking the bank.

Commenting on the introduction of the new variant, Hyundai Motor India Ltd whole-time director and chief operating officer, Tarun Garg said, “At HMIL, we are committed to making smart mobility accessible to a wider set of customers. The introduction of advanced AMT transmission in Hyundai Aura S AMT reflects our continuous efforts to democratize technology and enhance convenience for customers. With this introduction, we aim to redefine the value proposition in the entry segment by offering superior comfort, safety, performance and convenience at an affordable price.”

Powered by the punchy 1.2-litre Kappa petrol engine, the new S AMT variant is tailor-made for urban drivers seeking a smoother commute without the price tag of a full-blown automatic.

The S AMT packs a solid safety and feature punch, including:

● Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

● Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)

● Six airbags

● LED daytime running lamps (DRLs)

● Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (Highline)

● Electrically folding ORVMs with integrated turn indicators

With its slick combo of practicality and premium touches, Hyundai’s latest launch is a clear play to seduce value-driven sedan buyers looking to swap gear-grinding for easy cruising.

The Aura S AMT joins a line-up that continues to grow on Indian roads, now with a little more automation and a lot more allure.

July 14, 2025
Hyundai rolls out Smart Care Clinic nationwide to tune up cars and turn up customer care

MUMBAI: With summer already dialling up the heat, Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) is cranking up the customer care. Hyundai announced its pan-India service campaign, the Hyundai Smart Care Clinic—a 12-day pit stop for car owners seeking cool deals and hot benefits.

Running from 25 April to 6 May 2025, the Smart Care Clinic will roll into more than 1,600 Hyundai service centres across the country. The campaign promises to give cars a summer-ready makeover while giving wallets a well-deserved breather.

“At Hyundai, we have always prioritised our customers by delivering a seamless and rewarding after-sales experience. The Hyundai Smart Care Clinic is a reflection of our commitment to customer satisfaction, safety and sustainability… Backed by Hyundai’s vast network this campaign ensures convenient access to expert care and a one-stop solution for our customers across India,” said HMIL whole-time director & COO Tarun Garg.

The offer list reads like a car owner’s wishlist:

● A free 70-point inspection covering engine, brakes, suspension, and electricals

● Up to 30 per cent off on extended warranties

● 15 per cent off on mechanical labour for periodic maintenance and running repairs

● 15 per cent off on wheel alignment and balancing, AC service, and interior/exterior beautification

● 10 per cent off on key mechanical and AC parts like compressors and condensers

● 10 per cent off on roadside assistance policy

Timed perfectly with rising mercury levels, the campaign gives customers a chance to ready their cars for road trips, commutes, or just another showdown with Delhi traffic. Beyond the benefits, the initiative doubles down on awareness. Hyundai aims to nudge drivers to rethink vehicle care as not just a necessity but as a habit that enhances safety, longevity and overall driving joy.

Whether it’s a deep clean, a fresh breeze from the AC, or just some TLC under the hood, Hyundai’s service blitz is designed to drive home the message: a well-maintained car is a happy car—and a safer one.

April 23, 2025
Hyundai shifts gears as sunroof SUVs steer sales past the halfway mark

MUMBAI: Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) is basking in the glow of rising consumer aspirations, with sunroof-equipped vehicles accounting for 53.2 per cent of total sales in FY2024-25. As open skies meet open roads, the sunroof has become less of a luxury and more of a must-have, showcasing the Indian consumer’s growing appetite for premium features.

That’s not all that’s revving up, SUVs are now Hyundai’s undisputed road royalty, contributing 68.5 per cent to the company’s domestic sales, a sharp rise from 63.2 per cent in the previous fiscal. With a power-packed lineup including the Exter, Venue, Creta, Alcazar, Tuscon, and Ioniq 5, Hyundai’s SUV story is clearly in top gear.

Hyundai Motor India Ltd whole-time director and chief operating officer Tarun Garg said, “FY2024-25 has been a landmark year for Hyundai Motor India. The fact that two out of every third vehicle sold by us in India was an SUV is a testament to our deep understanding of Indian customers and our commitment to delivering innovation, safety and style. The doubling of ADAS variant contribution and growing popularity of sunroof-equipped models reflects the rising aspirations of our customers and their readiness to embrace global technologies. We shall continue to march forward with a focus on customer delight, offering products that are future-ready, feature-rich, and engineered for India.”

Sunroofs, once considered a luxury for high-end models, are now an option in 12 of Hyundai’s 14-model lineup. Meanwhile, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), the tech behind modern-day driving safety saw its share double to 14.3 per cent in FY2024-25, up from 6.7 per cent the previous year. ADAS features are now offered in nine of HMIL’s models, underscoring the brand’s commitment to safety and sophistication.

Hyundai’s portfolio also serves up a smorgasbord of engine and transmission options, including Petrol, Diesel, Turbo Petrol, CNG and Electric, coupled with manual and automatic variants like iVT, AT, AMT, and DCT giving buyers everything from city zippiness to highway muscle.

As Indians look for smarter, safer, and sleeker ways to hit the road, Hyundai is clearly riding the winds of change sunroof open, tech tuned in, and all cylinders firing.

April 22, 2025
Hyundai Motor registers highest ever domestic sales in 2024

MUMBAI: It’s driving in top gear, purring like a beauty, moving smoothly, even when going round terrifying economic bends.

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) announced on 1 January that it sold 6,05,433 vehicles domestically and 7,64,119 vehicles in total, when exports are included. These are the highest domestic sales it as recorded since inception. The figures for just December 2024 alone are at 55,078 vehicles (42,208 units domestic and 12,870 exports).

Sports utility vehicle (SUV) sales contributed 67.66 per cent with the Hyundai Creta proving a popular buy by selling 1,86,9199 units. Vehicles adapted for CNG accounted for 13.1 per cent of sales as against 10.4 per cent in calendar year 2023.

“HMIL has managed to sustain sales momentum in 2024, despite strong headwinds faced by the industry at large. Achieving highest ever domestic sales three years in a row, reflects customers’ preference for brand Hyundai as their trusted smart mobility solutions provider,” said HMIL whole time director & COO Tarun Garg. “Introduction of the innovative Hy-CNG Duo technology in 2024 resonated well with buyers. Hyundai Creta continued to strengthen HMIL’s position as an SUV leader. We are confident that the upcoming Creta Electric, will further expand the appeal of this undisputed, ultimate SUV.”

January 1, 2025
Hyundai Motor India launches ‘Space Bhi. Mileage Bhi’ campaign

Mumbai: Hyundai Motor India has launched a new campaign for its dual-cylinder CNG technology, ‘Space Bhi. Mileage Bhi’. This initiative reflects HMIL’s commitment to innovation and sustainable mobility solutions, featuring the Exter and Grand i10 Nios Hy-CNG duo to meet evolving customer travel needs.

The campaign emphasizes the convenience of Hy-CNG duo technology, showcasing its spacious boot and fuel efficiency. Known for its innovative marketing and customer focus, HMIL aims to resonate with the audience by highlighting the benefits of dual-cylinder CNG technology. The campaign invites viewers into an engaging and aspirational world while demonstrating how Hy-CNG duo addresses common concerns associated with CNG vehicles.

Hyundai Motor India whole time director & COO Tarun Garg said, “As a brand committed to delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions, we are thrilled to see the growing contribution of our CNG-powered vehicles, which accounted for 13% of our total sales in September 2024. The introduction of Hy-CNG dual-cylinder technology has received very positive customer feedback, with the CNG powertrain’s contribution in the Exter and Grand i10 Nios rising to 25% and 20% respectively. Our latest campaign for the Hy-CNG Duo technology in the Exter and Grand i10 Nios highlights the blend of convenience and fuel efficiency that our customers seek. With spacious interiors and advanced technology, these vehicles offer a great driving experience. We shall strive to meet the evolving needs of our customers with eco-friendly, high-performance solutions.”

The TVC film features a relatable storyline centered on a character embodying the spirit and features of the Exter Hy-CNG Duo. Set against the backdrop of an Indian marriage, it highlights how the vehicle’s spacious boot and fuel efficiency simplify luggage transport. The campaign effectively communicates the message ‘Space Bhi. Mileage Bhi’ to create a lasting impression.

This multi-channel campaign will be promoted across digital and social media platforms. Aimed at increasing website visits and video views, it will leverage programmatic platforms to target auto enthusiasts, family oriented individuals, and travel enthusiasts.

October 17, 2024
Hyundai Motor India launches ‘Super Delight Days’ campaign

Mumbai: Hyundai Motor India has launched its festive campaign ‘Hyundai Super Delight Days’, aimed at bringing families together for celebration. The campaign offers customer benefits of up to Rs 80,629 on the Hyundai Venue, Rs 58,000 on the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios, Rs 42,972 on the Hyundai Exter, and Rs 55,000 on the Hyundai i20, enhancing the festive season for Hyundai customers.

Speaking about the campaign, Hyundai Motor India whole-time director & chief operating officer Tarun Garg said, “This festive season, HMIL invites customers to embark on a journey filled with happiness, excitement, and cherished memories. We are thrilled to launch the Hyundai super delight days campaign, a perfect way to engage with our customers during this festive season. The campaign reflects the deep-rooted emotional connections our customers share with their vehicles, especially during festivals when purchasing a new car is considered auspicious. With this campaign, we want to make every visit to our showroom an exciting and joyous experience. To make the celebrations even more delightful, we have introduced new models and variants and are offering exclusive festive benefits across our range of cars, helping customers drive home their favorite Hyundai.”

The campaign film highlights the excitement of discovering offers and sharing moments with loved ones. Featuring families visiting Hyundai showrooms, it shows how each purchase contributes to their festive celebrations. Hyundai super delight days is being promoted in HMIL showrooms nationwide, encouraging customers to enjoy the benefits of owning a Hyundai, along with special offers.

HMIL vehicles are equipped with safety, connectivity, comfort, and advanced features, ensuring a satisfying ownership experience. As of October 2024, HMIL’s extensive network includes 1,388 sales touchpoints and 1,580 service points across the country, ready to ensure timely deliveries of Hyundai cars during this festive season.

October 5, 2024

Hyundai Motor India Ltd to organise 2024 edition of ‘Hyundai Spotlight Concerts’

Mumbai: Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL), India’s smart mobility solutions provider, announced the 2024 Edition of ‘Hyundai Spotlight Concerts’, a unique engagement initiative, exclusively for Hyundai customers in India. In its second edition this year, these live concerts will be organized across six cities including Chennai, Mumbai, Guwahati, Chandigarh, Bangalore and Ahmedabad, featuring some of India’s most renowned performing artists and musicians.

Commenting on this unique customer-centric initiative, Hyundai Motor India Ltd’s full-time director and chief operating officer Tarun Garg said, “At Hyundai Motor India Limited, we believe in going beyond transactional terms and fostering long-term and meaningful relationships with customers. As a lifetime mobility partner, the Spotlight Concerts are Hyundai Motor India’s way of celebrating the trust and strong bond that the brand Hyundai shares with its customers and stands as a testament to its ‘Customer First’ approach. With tremendous response to the first edition, I am confident the second edition this year will be a much bigger success and raise the bar.”

In its second edition, HMIL is taking ‘Hyundai Spotlight Concerts’ to the next level with a formidable line-up of renowned artists, trendsetting live performances, and specially curated customer experience zones across multiple cities. Hyundai customers can register themselves with up to four members to be a part of this captivating experience.

‘Hyundai Spotlight Concerts’ were first introduced in 2023 with concerts across four cities. The concerts were a huge success with more than 8,500 customers attending these live performances with their loved ones. In 2024, HMIL has already organized four such concerts in New Delhi, Kolkata, Lucknow and Kochi.

City	Date	Artist	Venue
Chennai	September 14, 2024	Andrea Jeremiah and Stephen Devassy	Chennai Trade Centre, Nandambakkam
Mumbai	September 28, 2024	Shankar Ehsaan Loy and Shalmali Kholgade	NSCI Dome, Worli
Guwahati	October 5, 2024	Papon and Shankuraj Konwar	Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium, Nalapara
Chandigarh	October 19, 2024	Neha Kakkar and Sukhe	Shalimar Ground, Sector 5, Panchkula
Bangalore	October 26, 2024	Shankar Ehsaan Loy and Vijay Prakash	Karnataka Trade Promoters Organization (KTPO), Whitefield
Ahmedabad	November 24, 2024	Sonu Nigam and Akasa	Vivenza by Gopi Farm, Ognaj

September 12, 2024