Hyundai Inster EV India launch in 2026; to rival Punch EV

The Inster EV is Hyundai's smallest and most affordable electric vehicle offered globally.

Hyundai recently unveiled its smaller electric offering, the Inster EV, in the global market. According to the latest reports, it could be launched in the Indian market by late 2026.

Hyundai India is said to have received the go-ahead from its parent company based in South Korea to manufacture and sell the Inster EV in the Indian market. It will be built at the brand's Sriperumbudur plant. 

The Inster EV (codenamed: HE1i), is based on the E-GMP (K) platform. Reports suggest that it will be offered with localized batteries from Exide.

In the global market, the Hyundai Inster EV is offered in two battery pack options: 42 kWh and 49 kWh. Both battery packs are paired with a single electric motor producing 95 BHP / 147 Nm and 113 BHP / 147 Nm, respectively. Hyundai claims a maximum range of 355 km on a single charge.

The Inster EV will compete with the likes of the Punch.ev and Citroen eC3 in the Indian market.

Source: Autocar India