Dubai, September 25, 2025 – Hyundai Motor Company revealed its boldest growth plan to date during its first CEO Investor Day held outside Korea. The event provided a platform to present Hyundai’s medium- and long-term strategic vision to investors and stakeholders, underlining its dedication to expanding its product lineup, advancing manufacturing capabilities, and driving innovation in technology.
Speaking from New York, CEO José Muñoz shared the company’s roadmap for becoming a global leader in mobility by growing its product portfolio, pioneering electrification solutions, and developing software-driven technologies that aim to transform the automotive experience.
“In a time of rapid change across the industry, Hyundai holds a strong competitive edge thanks to our winning combination of innovative products, adaptable manufacturing, technological leadership, top-tier dealer network, and global reach,” said Muñoz. “We are building a full range of electric vehicles across all categories, increasing local production in strategic markets, and utilizing next-gen technologies like Software-Defined Vehicles and advanced batteries. Our agility, the strength of over 50 Hyundai Motor Group affiliates, and our deep commitment to customers will continue to drive substantial value for our stakeholders. There’s never been a better time to be part of Hyundai.”
Hyundai Motor Outlines Bold 2030 Vision and Product Roadmap at 2025 CEO Investor Day
Hyundai Motor Company unveiled its most ambitious growth strategy to date during the 2025 CEO Investor Day held outside Korea for the first time. The company reaffirmed its target of 5.55 million global vehicle sales by 2030, with electrified models accounting for 60%, or 3.3 million units, focusing on growth in North America, Europe, and Korea.
Product & Market Expansion
Hybrid Models: Over 18 hybrid models by 2030, including Genesis hybrids starting 2026.
Pickup Truck: First mid-size pickup for North America by 2030, building on Santa Cruz’s success.
Region-Specific EVs:
IONIQ 3 for Europe,
First EV for India with local supply chain,
Elexio SUV and C-segment sedan for China.
Extended-Range EVs (EREVs): Launching in 2027 with 960km range and in-house battery tech delivering EV-level performance with smaller battery capacity.
High-Performance N Models: Lineup to exceed 7 models, aiming for 100,000 sales by 2030.
Commercial Vehicles & Manufacturing
North America: Expanding with XCIENT fuel cell trucks, trailers, and electric large vans.
Global Production Goals:
1.2 million unit increase by 2030.
Major investments in the U.S. (HMGMA), India (Pune), Korea (Ulsan), and Saudi Arabia (50,000-unit capacity starting 2026).
Goal: Produce 80% of U.S. vehicle sales locally by 2030.
Smart Manufacturing: Hyundai is implementing Software-Defined Factories, advanced robotics, and predictive maintenance technologies across global plants.
Technology & Innovation
Battery Technology: By 2027, Hyundai aims to:
Reduce costs by 30%
Increase energy density by 15%
Cut charging time by 15%
Maintain over 90% battery health even after 400,000 km.
Safety: Advanced Battery Management Systems (BMS) with real-time diagnostics and cloud-based analysis launching in 2026.
Fuel Cell Tech: Over 73,000 units sold; next-gen fuel cells for commercial use in development.
Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs):
Introducing Pleos, a flexible in-car OS enabling fast updates and feature customization.
Pleos Connect, the next-gen infotainment system, launches in Q2 2026 with user personalization and third-party apps.
AI-based technologies (Atria AI, Gleo AI, Capora AI) driving autonomy, voice interaction, and fleet optimization.
Genesis Luxury Brand
1M+ global sales achieved in under 8 years with strong margins in 20+ markets.
Target: 350,000 annual sales by 2030.
Upcoming models: X Gran Equator, Neolun, Magma Halo, X Gran Coupe.
Magma Racing to debut in FIA WEC (2026) and IMSA (2027).
Genesis expanding into 20 European markets, U.S. production, and next-gen SDV capabilities.
Strategic Partnerships
Waymo: Autonomous IONIQ 5 testing in the U.S.
General Motors: 5 jointly developed models by 2028, aiming for 800,000+ annual sales.
Amazon Autos: Boosting digital retail, customer engagement, and dealer profitability.
Financial Outlook
Revenue growth target revised up by 5–6%.
Operating margin adjusted to 6–7% due to U.S. tariff impacts.
Investment Plan (2026–2030):
KRW 77.3 trillion total
KRW 30.9T R&D
KRW 38.3T CapEx
KRW 8.1T strategic investments
U.S.-focused investments include KRW 15.3T for production expansion and robotics.
Targeting 7–8% margin by 2027, and 8–9% by 2030.
Shareholder Returns:
Over 35% Total Shareholder Return (TSR) from 2025–2027
Minimum KRW 10,000 dividend per share
“We’re not just adapting to change—we’re leading it,” CEO José Muñoz stated. “Through electrification, software innovation, and manufacturing excellence, we’re shaping the future of mobility.”
