Hyundai Motor India Smashes Records With Highest-Ever October Sales
Hyundai Motor India achieves its highest-ever monthly sales with 82,299 units sold in October, driven by festive demand and strong exports.
Hyundai Motor India sales have reached an unprecedented peak, with the automaker recording its highest-ever monthly sales in October. The company moved a staggering 82,299 units, marking a significant year-on-year growth of 17.7 per cent. This historic milestone was fueled by a surge in festive season demand and a robust performance in both the local and international markets.
Domestic Market Hits New Highs
The domestic sector played a pivotal role in this achievement. Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) saw its highest-ever monthly domestic sales, with 62,799 units sold within the country. This represents a growth of 16.7 per cent compared to the same month last year, highlighting the strong appetite for Hyundai vehicles among Indian consumers during the festive period.
The Venue's Stellar Performance
Contributing heavily to the domestic success was the Hyundai VENUE. The model recorded its own personal milestone, achieving its highest-ever domestic monthly sales with 13,017 units sold in October 2026.
Global Reach and Export Growth
Beyond the Indian borders, the company's export strategy continues to pay off. Exports climbed to 19,500 units, reflecting a sharp year-on-year increase of 21.1 per cent. This growth underscores India's evolving role as a critical manufacturing and shipment hub for the global brand.
Leadership Perspective and Future Outlook
Tarun Garg, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Hyundai Motor India, described October as an exceptional month. He attributed the success to the healthy momentum across both domestic and export markets, noting that the 17.7% year-on-year growth is the best the company has seen since its inception.
"October 2026 has been an exceptional month for Hyundai Motor India, with total sales of 82,299 units, our highest-ever monthly sales since inception with a robust 17.7% YoY growth," said Tarun Garg.
The Bayon Factor
Looking ahead, the company is banking on the newly launched Hyundai BAYON to keep the momentum going. Positioned as an "Intelligent Utility Vehicle," the BAYON is expected to drive further growth not only in India but across more than 50 export markets. The company believes this new model will further solidify India's position as a strategic hub for Hyundai's global operations.