Hyundai reports record US H1 sales, electrified up 3%

Hyundai Motor Company has achieved record sales in the United States for the first half of 2026, driven by strong performance from its electrified vehicle lineup. The South Korean automaker sold 450,568 vehicles in the U.S. from January through June, marking a 3% increase over the same period in 2025 and the company's best-ever first-half sales performance. Electrified models, including hybrids and electric vehicles, accounted for one-third of total sales.

The IONIQ 5 electric crossover continued to be a key driver, with 20,730 units sold in the first half, a 9% increase year-over-year. The model is now outselling General Motors' Chevrolet Equinox EV, which saw its sales decline by 41% in the same period. Meanwhile, Hyundai's three-row electric SUV, the IONIQ 9, saw a dramatic surge, with sales up 380% to 4,858 units. Hybrid vehicle sales also set a new record in the second quarter, rising 71% led by models like the Elantra, Santa Fe, Sonata, and Tucson.

Globally, Hyundai is expanding its electric vehicle portfolio with new models tailored to specific markets. The company recently revealed the IONIQ 3, a compact electric hatchback designed for Europe. The vehicle is scheduled to...