Hyundai Compact Electric SUV (name to be announced): Launch, Expected Price & Specs
Hyundai Motor India has confirmed a locally designed and built compact electric SUV, its first dedicated EV for India and one of two new nameplates for FY2026-27. It will be made at Sriperumbudur in standard-range and long-range versions with Level 2 ADAS and next-generation infotainment. Debut reported for Q1 2027; name and prices not yet announced.
- Ex-showroom price
- Price not announced
- Fuel / drive
- Electric
- Single-speed (EV)
- Waiting period
- Bookings TBA
- Expected launch
- 2027-Q1
Updated 29 Oct 2026 · Facts from 5 official sources listed below · Opinion is Auto Grid's own.
Variants & Ex-showroom Prices
Hyundai Compact Electric SUV (name to be announced) Variants and Prices in India
Variant-wise pricing has not been announced by Hyundai yet. This page updates the day it is.
Ex-showroom prices exclude registration, insurance and road tax; on-road price in Hyderabad is typically 12–18% higher. Source: Hyundai official price list, read 29 Oct 2026.
Engines, Motors & Gearboxes
Compact Electric SUV Powertrain Options
Dedicated electric SUV, standard-range and long-range versions (specifications not announced)
- Fuel
- Electric
- Transmission
- Single-speed (EV)
Feature List
Hyundai Compact Electric SUV (name to be announced) Features (from Hyundai’s official specification)
Safety
- •Level 2 ADAS (confirmed by Hyundai)
Comfort & Convenience
Not published yet.
Technology
- •Next-generation infotainment system (confirmed by Hyundai)
Exterior
Not published yet.
Paint Protection
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Where it takes damage
Not yet seen in the bay. Expect the usual compact-EV pattern: a heavier car throwing grit at lower doors and arches, flat-faced aero wheels that kerb easily, and a front fascia with large plastic sections.
Our recommendation
We will publish an AG1 plan once the first cars reach Hyderabad; a full-front AG1 package in week one is the sensible default for any new EV.
Coverage
To be confirmed after launch.
Hyundai Compact Electric SUV (name to be announced) vs Nexon.ev vs Punch.ev vs Creta Electric
Cross-shopped against: Tata Nexon.ev, Tata Punch.ev, Hyundai Creta Electric, Mahindra XUV 3XO EV, Kia Syros EV, Maruti Suzuki e Vitara.
| Model | Segment | Ex-showroom | Fuel | Waiting period | Auto Grid rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Compact Electric SUV (name to be announced) | Compact electric SUV | Price not announced | Electric | — | — |
| Tata Nexon.ev | Sub-4m electric SUV | ₹12.49 lakh – ₹17.89 lakh | Electric | 1–2 months in Hyderabad | 4.1 / 5 |
| Tata Punch.ev | Micro electric SUV | ₹9.79 lakh – ₹12.99 lakh | Electric | 1–1.5 months in Hyderabad | 4.0 / 5 |
| Hyundai Creta Electric | Midsize electric SUV | ₹18.03 lakh – ₹25.22 lakh | Electric | — | 4.2 / 5 |
Mahindra
XUV400
The Mahindra XUV400 is a 4.2-metre electric SUV derived from the XUV300 platform with 34.5 or 39.4 kWh batteries, 310 Nm, up to 456 km MIDC range and a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating. Only the EL Pro 39.4 kWh with 7.2 kW charger remained orderable on Mahindra's site in October 2026, as the XUV 3XO EV takes over the role. Suits buyers wanting a discounted, proven city EV.
Mahindra
BE 6
The Mahindra BE 6 SPORTEQ is a five-seat electric coupé-SUV on the INGLO skateboard with 59, 70 or 79 kWh LFP batteries, a 170–210 kW rear motor, up to 708 km MIDC range and 20-minute 20–80% DC charging. Eight variants from ONE to FOUR, FE and Launch Edition, with a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating. The driver-focused sibling of the XEV 9e.
Mahindra
Bolero
The Mahindra Bolero is a sub-4-metre ladder-frame SUV with a 1.5-litre mHawk75 diesel (55.9 kW, 210 Nm), manual gearbox and rear-wheel drive, seating seven in a 5+2 side-facing layout. Four variants, B4 to B8, with the 2026 update adding a 17.8 cm touchscreen, diamond-cut alloys and leatherette seats. Bought for durability and rural road ability rather than refinement.
Mahindra
Bolero Neo
The Mahindra Bolero Neo is a sub-4-metre body-on-frame SUV with a 1.5-litre mHawk100 diesel (73.5 kW, 260 Nm), manual gearbox, rear-wheel drive and Multi-Terrain Technology, seating seven in a 5+2 layout. Five variants, N4 to N11, with the 2026 update adding R16 alloys, leatherette seats, a 22.8 cm touchscreen and dual-tone colours. A tougher, simpler alternative to monocoque compact SUVs.
Mahindra
Bolero Neo Plus
The Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus is the long-body, nine-seat (2+3+4) version of the Bolero Neo with a 2.2-litre mHawk120 diesel (88.26 kW, 280 Nm) and a 6-speed manual driving the rear wheels. Two variants, P4 and P10, plus a factory ambulance. Aimed at large families, fleet operators and institutional buyers who need seats and toughness more than features.
Mahindra
Scorpio Classic
The Mahindra Scorpio Classic is the continuing second-generation Scorpio with a 2.2-litre mHawk diesel (97 kW, 300 Nm), a 6-speed cable-shift manual and rear-wheel drive, in S and S11 trims with 7 side-facing, 7 captain-chair or 9 side-facing seating. A ladder-frame, high-riding SUV for buyers who want the Scorpio image and toughness at a lower price than the Scorpio-N.
FAQs
Hyundai Compact Electric SUV (name to be announced): Questions Buyers Ask
Hyundai has committed to launching it in FY2026-27 and said at its 2026 CEO Investor Day that it would debut by March 2027; Autocar India reported on 17 October 2026 that the debut is now planned for January 2027.
Hyundai has not announced the name or prices. It is referred to by the internal code HE1i in reports; it is positioned below the Creta Electric against the Tata Nexon EV, Mahindra XUV 3XO EV and Kia Syros EV.
Hyundai has confirmed it is a brand-new nameplate, designed and localised in India, built at Sriperumbudur, offered in standard-range and long-range versions, with Level 2 ADAS and a next-generation infotainment system. Battery sizes and range are not yet announced.
Compact Electric SUV: Compact electric SUV, Price not announced ex-showroom, Electric. Nexon.ev: Sub-4m electric SUV, ₹12.49 lakh – ₹17.89 lakh ex-showroom, Electric, rated 4.1/5. See the Tata Nexon.ev page for its full variant list and our verdict.
Compact Electric SUV: Compact electric SUV, Price not announced ex-showroom, Electric. Punch.ev: Micro electric SUV, ₹9.79 lakh – ₹12.99 lakh ex-showroom, Electric, rated 4.0/5. See the Tata Punch.ev page for its full variant list and our verdict.
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Sources
- Hyundai Motor India — Q4 & FY26 results: FY27 outlook with two new SUV nameplates incl. a localised dedicated compact EV (8 May 2026) · read 29 Oct 2026
- Hyundai Motor India — Investor Day press release: India's first locally manufactured dedicated electric SUV by 2027 (15 Oct 2025) · read 29 Oct 2026
- Autocar India — Hyundai compact EV to debut in Q1 2027 (17 Oct 2026) · read 29 Oct 2026
- Autocar India — new Hyundai compact electric SUV confirmed at 2026 CEO Investor Day (27 Aug 2026) · read 29 Oct 2026
- HT Auto — Hyundai confirms localised electric SUV and a new ICE SUV for India (9 May 2026) · read 29 Oct 2026
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