Hyundai Motor America has achieved a historic milestone with record-breaking April sales, totaling 81,503 units, up 19% year-over-year and marking the company’s best April ever. This also marks the seventh consecutive month of record total sales, reflecting Hyundai’s accelerating momentum in a competitive automotive market.
Model Highlights and Electrified Growth
Multiple models posted all-time April sales records:
- Elantra surged 30%
- Santa Fe rose 28%
- Tucson jumped a striking 41%
- Palisade climbed 15%
- Sonata increased 12%
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Sales of hybrid vehicles jumped 46%, while total electrified sales grew 25%, led by standout demand for the Tucson HEV. Hyundai’s commitment to electrification was further affirmed by its leadership in innovation, with notable recognition for models like the IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, and Tucson Hybrid, all winning top honors in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Hybrid & Electric Cars.
Corporate and Product Milestones
April also featured several major corporate announcements and product debuts:
- 2026 Palisade and Palisade XRT PRO were introduced at the New York International Auto Show, promising more capability and luxury in Hyundai’s flagship SUV line.
- The IONIQ 9 earned a spot on the 2025 Wards 10 Best Interiors & UX list, highlighting Hyundai’s focus on design and user experience.
- Hyundai was named the most awarded brand by U.S. News & World Report in 2025’s hybrid and EV categories.
- The INSTER was crowned 2025 World Electric Vehicle at the World Car Awards.
- Hyundai took home six Red Dot Design Awards, recognizing innovations from the IONIQ 9 to the Pixel Safety Hammer & Cutter.
Sales Summary: YTD and April Performance
Year-to-date, Hyundai has sold 285,057 vehicles, up 12% over 2024. Key model performance for April includes:
- Tucson: 22,054 (+41%)
- Santa Fe: 12,417 (+28%)
- Elantra: 13,125 (+30%)
- Palisade: 10,502 (+15%)
- Sonata: 6,012 (+12%)
Although some EVs such as the Ioniq 5 (-8%) and Ioniq 6 (-12%) saw slight dips compared to April 2024, their year-to-date performance remains solid, with the Ioniq 5 up 14%.
Looking Ahead
Hyundai’s Customer Assurance Program launched in April aims to maintain stable MSRPs amidst market volatility and potential tariff impacts, reinforcing affordability for U.S. consumers. The automaker also appointed former Congressman Drew Ferguson to lead its Washington, D.C. office, underscoring Hyundai’s investment in government relations and policy leadership.
Additionally, Hyundai Hope on Wheels commemorated its 27th anniversary with a $27 million donation to pediatric cancer research, bringing its total contributions to $277 million since 1998.
Overall, April was a pivotal month for Hyundai, signaling strong sales growth, expanding electrification, product innovation, and a deepening commitment to customers and communities nationwide.
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