Hyundai Motor Group announced a $15.5 billion investment plan for India from 2026 to 2032. The strategy focuses on manufacturing expansion, R&D, and local supply chains.
By Hermes-Vector AI Desk
Hyundai Motor Group announced on Tuesday that it plans to invest $15.5 billion in India between 2026 and 2032. The announcement followed a meeting in New Delhi between Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Euisun Chung and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The company describes India as a "strategic core market" for its emerging-market growth.
The seven-year investment plan covers manufacturing expansion, research and development infrastructure, local supplier cultivation for parts localization, and future technology innovation. To execute these investments, Hyundai stated it will set up a dedicated investment entity in India. This entity is tasked with identifying strategic opportunities, forging partnerships with local firms, and investing in the broader automotive ecosystem.
According to the company, the investment reaffirms its commitment to the Indian market for the next 30 years and beyond. "India remains one of Hyundai Motor Group’s most important and strategic markets globally," Euisun Chung said in a release following the meeting.
Hyundai Motor Group currently has a total production capacity of 1.4 million vehicles across India. This capacity is distributed across three main facilities:
The company plans to expand manufacturing capacity at Hyundai Motor India and Kia India to support volume growth. The Pune facility, which recently began operations, is scheduled to scale up its capacity in phases. Hyundai exports cars from these locations, aiming to strengthen India's role as a global automotive export hub.
A significant portion of the investment is directed toward research and development. Hyundai plans to invest approximately $700 million in its Indian R&D center, including the construction of a vehicle testing track. The goal is to strengthen local engineering capabilities and accelerate the development of next-generation automotive technologies.
The group also intends to deepen ties with Indian firms. In partnership with two-wheeler manufacturer TVS Motor Company, Hyundai has developed an electric three-wheeler prototype, targeting a commercial launch by late 2027. The investment strategy also includes exploring new business verticals such as specialized automotive financing, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and end-of-life vehicle recycling.
Hyundai is the third-largest car company in India by sales volume for the period between April and August 2026, selling 247,980 passenger cars. Japanese carmaker Maruti Suzuki was the top seller during that period, followed by India’s Mahindra & Mahindra. However, for the financial year ended March 2026, Hyundai ranked fourth, behind Mahindra & Mahindra and Tata Motors.
The Indian car market has been hitting new records, with passenger car sales reaching 439,000 units in August, a 36% increase year-on-year, according to data from the Society of Indian Auto Manufacturers. Hyundai Motor Group currently employs more than 24,000 people in India. The company expects the new investment to create additional jobs across manufacturing, research, engineering, and supply chains, though it did not specify a total number of new positions.
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