Made In India Hyundai Compact EV Launch In 2027 – New Rival For Tata Punch EV?

Hyundai Compact Electric SUV: Hyundai Motor India is scheduled to launch its made-in-India compact electric SUV in 2027. The yet-to-launch EV will be Hyundai's first dedicated localised electric offering for Indian customers. It is believed to be based on the Hyundai-Kia K1 platform that underpins the Inster EV, which is on sale in the international market. The upcoming Hyundai EV is likely to be manufactured at Hyundai's Sriperumbudur facility in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. 

Hyundai Compact EV: Battery Specifications

At the company's Investor Day 2025, Hyundai confirmed that its built-in-India EV will be offered in two variants – Standard Range (SR) for urban commutes and Long Range (LR) for highway drives, targeting a wider set of buyers. For reference, the global spec-Inster is available in 42kWh (SR) and 49kWh (LR) battery configurations, claiming 300km and 355km (both are WLTP figures). Although yet to be officially confirmed, the compact electric SUV is expected to run on locally produced LFP batteries from Exide Energy Solutions Ltd.

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Hyundai Compact EV: Advanced Infotainment, Level 2 ADAS Confirmed

The upcoming Hyundai electric SUV will also feature an advanced infotainment system, allowing for OTA (over-the-air) updates. A Level 2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) will also be offered. Expected bits include connected car tech, dual displays (10.25 inches), auto climate control, a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree camera, and a blind spot monitor.

Hyundai Compact EV: Positioning

Hyundai's upcoming compact EV is expected to be positioned below the Syros EV in terms of size, meaning the EV could be Hyundai's answer to the Tata Punch EV. By 2030, Hyundai India aims to launch 8 hybrids, 6 CNG vehicles, 13 ICE models, and 4 more electric vehicles, in addition to this EV.