Hyundai continues its document gross sales tempo from 2025 with extra spotlight numbers in 2026. That momentum will assist the model roll into 2027 because it plans so as to add a number of contemporary fashions to its present lineup.
A few of these automobiles are completely new, whereas others are refreshed or up to date variations of present Hyundai members of the family. One, nonetheless, will get a complete new powertrain possibility that would show fairly interesting to EV fence-sitters.
This is what you may anticipate.
Hyundai Elantra: Contemporary Styling
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Hyundai’s in style compact sedan is due for a refresh. It will not be a significant overhaul, granted, however we do anticipate finding tweaks to the nostril and tail together with an up to date inside structure.
Count on powertrain choices to stay the identical for the usual variant, nonetheless, which is not any unhealthy factor contemplating the Elantra’s present positioning. However there may doubtlessly be a brand new Elantra N engine on the horizon. Wait and see.
Hyundai Ioniq 3: Not For The US?
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The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is a compact electrical hatchback able to greater than 300 miles of vary and respectable energy. This looks like an ideal possibility for a budget-conscious entry-level EV shopper. There’s only one drawback: we’re not at present getting this one right here within the States.
That is a disgrace, contemplating the present price of gas and the typical new automobile value. Certain, EV demand has slowed, nevertheless it hasn’t disappeared. And client sentiment may swing again in favor of sure electrical automobiles in the event that they ship ample vary and an ideal beginning value.
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 has the potential to be a success right here within the States, not less than in markets with ample charging infrastructure.
Hyundai Kona: Refresh Or Full Overhaul?
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Hyundai paused manufacturing of its Kona EV for 2026. This occurred as a result of the 2025 provide remained larger than anticipated. However now Kona customers may have one thing extra intriguing to look ahead to.
We anticipate a completely up to date Hyundai Kona for the 2027 mannequin 12 months. The aim is to provide the subcompact CUV a harder stance. That design path aligns with the remainder of the CUV, SUV, and truck reshaping underway within the Hyundai household.
The 2027 Kona may arrive with a selection between a turbocharged 1.6-liter hybrid mannequin and an up to date EV model. Each will function Hyundai’s up to date cabin know-how to enhance the automaker’s transfer towards a extra Crater-concept-inspired design on the surface.
Hyundai Santa Fe: EREV Inbound
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Hyundai has been spending large bucks investing in its Georgia Metaplant. We nonetheless have not seen all the things slated to roll off an meeting line there, nonetheless. The automaker has lengthy spoken of bringing an extended-range EV to market, and it seems the time is upon us. The 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe is more likely to supply an EREV powertrain possibility.
Suppose Chevy Volt right here, if you happen to’re uncertain what an EREV is all about. Primarily, you’ve gotten a car that drives as an electrical car, with electrical motors and a battery pack. You possibly can cost it as you usually would, however you even have an onboard combustion engine that serves as a generator for the battery pack.
In the event you run low on juice and your gas can be low, you may merely refill the fuel tank. That, in flip, will present electrons for the battery pack, and also you’re in your approach as soon as once more.
An EREV Santa Fe ought to ship a driving vary of round 560 miles.
Hyundai Tucson: Overdue Replace
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The Hyundai Tucson has remained a sensible possibility for SUV customers for twenty years now. Hyundai’s compact SUV ought to undertake a boxier exterior aesthetic whereas retaining the newest familial design logos, such because the lighting parts.
It is secure to imagine Hyundai will proceed to supply its hybrid and plug-in hybrid choices for the 2027 Tucson. Moreover, we hear discuss of a possible Tucson N efficiency model, which may arrive down the highway. That mannequin would probably function a 295-horsepower hybrid setup and all-wheel drive.
Sadly, the next-gen Tucson would possibly ditch its combustion-only model. That would result in a major leap within the beginning value for the 2027 Tucson.
What’s Subsequent For Hyundai?
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The 2 most intriguing fashions but to return from Hyundai are each using on the identical platform: an SUV and a pickup truck based on the Boulder concept. This duo probably will not arrive as 2027 model-year automobiles. As an alternative, we consider they might land someplace between 2028 and 2030.
Regardless, Hyundai nonetheless has time to revert the Boulder design to one thing extra intently associated to the Crater Idea. That one stays the good car Hyundai has put out in years.
Both approach, although, Hyundai is bolstering an already robust lineup with a variety of sedan and crossover choices. There are a number of powertrain choices, a slew of automobiles at totally different value factors, and a little bit of one thing for everybody. Hyundai’s gross sales data may proceed to pile up.
