Hyundai India is gearing up for a busy 2026 with six major launches lined up as part of its comeback strategy to grow sales and compete more strongly with rivals. The carmaker has planned a mix of facelifts, fresh-generation models, and all-new vehicles across hatchbacks, SUVs and sedans.
➡️ Original report via Cartoq: Hyundai’s Comeback Cars of 2026: Verna Facelift to Creta Hybrid
🔥 1. Hyundai Verna (Facelift)
The Verna sedan is expected to get a mid-life update in 2026, with refreshed styling and more features to keep it competitive in the mid-size car segment.
🚗 2. Hyundai Exter (Facelift)
The compact micro-SUV Exter — based on the Grand i10 NIOS — will receive updated looks and feature upgrades in the first half of the year.
🚙 3. Hyundai Bayon (New Model)
A new crossover aimed at buyers who want something between a hatchback and a compact SUV. The Bayon is expected to have a 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine and offer modern features and styling.
🚐 4. Next-Gen Hyundai Creta (Including Hybrid)
One of the most anticipated launches of the year, the new-generation Creta will be larger and more feature-packed than the current model. It’s also likely to introduce a strong-hybrid powertrain, alongside existing petrol and diesel engines.
⚡ 5. Sub-Compact EV (Inster-Based)
Hyundai will launch a small electric SUV built on the latest E-GMP (K) platform. It’s expected to offer different battery sizes with a range of roughly 300–355 km, and compete with EVs like the Tata Punch.EV and Citroën eC3.
🛻 6. New D-Segment SUV (Tucson Successor)
Later in the year, Hyundai plans to introduce a large three-row SUV that could rival popular rivals like the Tata Safari and Mahindra XUV 7XO, potentially replacing the Tucson in India.
