Hyundai Cars Now Costlier - Here’s How Much Extra You Pay

Hyundai Motor India has announced that it will increase prices across its entire vehicle range starting today that is January 1' 2026. While the company has not yet revealed how much each individual model will become costlier, the overall hike is expected to be around 0.6 percent on a weighted average basis.

According to Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), the price hike is mainly due to increasing input costs as the raw materials needed to make cars, such as steel, aluminium and precious metals used in electronics and emission systems, have become more expensive. These materials are essential for modern vehicles, especially as cars now come with more safety features, sensors and electronic components.

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Hyundai stated in its regulatory filing that continued inflation in commodity prices has pushed up manufacturing costs. To manage these rising expenses and maintain product quality, the company decided to pass on a small part of the cost increase to customers. The price revision will apply to all Hyundai models sold in India, although exact model-wise increases are yet to be announced.

Since Hyundai offers vehicles across almost every major segment, the price change will impact first-time car buyers as well as families looking for larger SUVs. Hyundai is not alone in taking this step, as a lot of auto brands have increased the prices from the day one of 2026 and even the two-wheeler market is seeing similar trends.

For customers, the increase is relatively mild compared to sharp hikes seen in previous years. Industry experts believe this indicates stable demand and strong competition, which is preventing companies from raising prices too aggressively. However, buyers who were planning to purchase a car soon considered booking before January to avoid paying more.

Hyundai remains one of India’s most trusted car brands, as in 2025 alone, the company sold over 5.6 lakh vehicles, which makes it the country’s second-largest carmaker. Models like the Creta continue to dominate their segments, while newer offerings like the Exter are attracting first-time buyers.

As costs rise and technology in cars improves, such price adjustments are becoming a regular part of the auto industry. For now, Hyundai’s modest hike reflects a careful balance between rising expenses and customer affordability.