The Korean auto giant is slowly expanding its footprint in India as it plans to enter the entry-level EV space
The upcoming Hyundai Inster EV has started testing in India. The micro electric SUV space in India is gaining popularity among the masses. In recent times, cars like the Tata Tiago EV, Punch EV and MG Comet have been posting decent sales figures. People understand the practicality and everyday usability, along with low running costs. Also, as the charging infrastructure is being developed rapidly, customers are willing to take the plunge to purchase an electric car. For now, let us take a look at the details of the latest test mule.
New Hyundai Inster EV Spied in India
The latest images from yara_motors display the heavily camouflaged electric SUV plying on a busy road. Digging a bit deeper, these images stem from somewhere close to Hyundai’s Talegaon facility. The upright stance, SUV-ish silhouette, and rugged elements are evident. At the front, we see the sleek LED DRLs connected via what looks like a glass panel. The main headlamp cluster is located on the extreme edges of the bumper. Moving down the sides reveals the tallboy appearance with black side pillars, functional roof rails and steel wheels. Finally, at the rear, one witnesses the roof-mounted unique spoiler, slim LED taillamps and a boxy appearance.
Now, even though the details pertaining to the interior cabin and tech amenities are limited, we know that Hyundai always equips its products with all the bells and whistles. There is no reason to believe that things will be any different this time around. Apart from that, the international model contains a 49 kWh battery pack with a range of over 370 km on a single charge. Using a fast charger, the battery can go from 10% to 80% in just 30 minutes. More details will emerge in the coming days.
Editor’s Note
Yatharth Chauhan, Managing Editor
From my perspective, Hyundai’s move to test the Inster EV in India signals a clear intent to challenge Tata’s growing dominance in the entry-level EV space. The micro-SUV EV segment is shaping up to be the real volume driver for electrification in our market, where affordability and usability matter more than outright range. If Hyundai localises aggressively and prices it right, the Inster EV could significantly disrupt players like the Punch EV. This is yet another indication that mainstream EV adoption in India is moving beyond experimentation into serious product planning.
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