Hyundai appears to be gearing up its plans for the mass-market EV segment. The automaker's upcoming compact electric SUV has been spotted testing once again, offering fresh insights into what could become one of its most important launches for India. At present, Hyundai's electric portfolio largely revolves around the Creta Electric, while the Ioniq 5 caters to buyers in the premium segment. However, this new sub-4-metre electric SUV is expected to target a mass audience and take on rivals such as the Tata Punch EV and Citroen eC3X. So, here's everything we know so far about Hyundai's upcoming affordable electric SUV.
Sub 4-metre Electric SUV Spotted
The test vehicle was recently spotted at a charging station, further confirming its all-electric credentials. Previous sightings have also indicated that Hyundai is developing the model specifically for Indian buyers with a strong focus on localisation.
Despite being heavily camouflaged, the latest spy shots reveal several key design details of Hyundai's upcoming electric SUV. Up front, the SUV is expected to feature an upright fascia along with EV-specific elements such as a closed-off grille. The body panels appear clean and flat, lending the vehicle a rugged and upright stance. Its roofline and window line run almost parallel to the ground, further enhancing its SUV-like proportions.
Other notable design highlights include blacked-out ORVMs, roof rails, pronounced body cladding, and sporty 17-inch alloy wheels. At the rear, the electric SUV is expected to feature a sharply raked windshield, a chunky bumper, and minimal rear overhangs, giving it a compact yet purposeful look. Hyundai could also equip the SUV with pixel-inspired lighting elements at both ends, similar to design cues seen on some of its global EV models.
Interior And Features
While Hyundai has not revealed official specifications, reports suggest the compact SUV could be positioned as the brand's most accessible electric vehicle in India. Buyers can expect a modern dash layout with a dual-screen setup. Moreover, it might include features such as automatic climate control, ventilated front seats, sunroof, wireless charging pad and much more.
Given its electric credentials, Hyundai could equip the SUV with EV-specific technologies like Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) functionality.
On the safety front, the compact electric SUV could offer a comprehensive suite of features, including a 360-degree camera, multiple airbags, Level 2 ADAS and much more.
Specifications
Although Hyundai has not officially revealed technical specifications, the upcoming electric SUV is expected to be underpinned by the E-GMP (K) platform, dedicated to EVs.
The electric SUV is likely to be offered with multiple battery pack options: 42kWh and 49 kWh. Meanwhile, they can run up to 300km and 355 km within a single charge. Talking about the charging capabilities, it is expected to have 100kW DC fast charging and can juice up from 10-80% in just 30 mins.
