Hyundai Motor America Reports May 2025 Sales

    --  May total sales increased 8%
    --  Hyundai hits major milestone with 17 million vehicles sold in the U.S.
    --  IONIQ 9 sales begin with one of the first in the country delivered in
        Georgia
    --  Venue, Elantra N, Santa Fe, Tucson, IONIQ 6 and Palisade hit May total
        sales records

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America reported May total sales of 84,521 units, an 8% increase compared with May 2024. Total sales records in May were set for Venue (+74%), Elantra N (+141%), Santa Fe (+0.3%), IONIQ 6 (+9%), Tucson (+15%) and Palisade (+10%). May total sales of hybrid vehicles jumped 5%. This was the best May ever for hybrid and total electrified sales.

"Retail sales held steady this month, and that consistency reflects the strength of our lineup and the trust customers continue to place in the Hyundai brand," said Randy Parker, president and CEO of Hyundai Motor North America. "The delivery of our first IONIQ 9 marks a powerful step forward in Hyundai's EV journey at our Georgia Metaplant. We're not just meeting demand; we're shaping the future of electrification in the U.S."

Marking a significant milestone in its U.S. journey, in May the Hyundai brand surpassed 17 million vehicles sold since entering the U.S. market in 1986, a powerful reflection of nearly four decades of growth, resilience, and connection with American drivers. In Hyundai's diverse lineup, six models, Elantra, Sonata, Tucson, Santa Fe, Accent, and Excel, have each sold over one million units, with the Elantra standing as the brand's all-time best-seller. This milestone underscores Hyundai's position as a major force in the U.S. auto industry and sets the stage for continued success in the years ahead.

May Total Sales Summary

              May-25 May-24  % Chg   2025 YTD   2024 YTD    % Chg



     Hyundai 84,521  78,485    +8 %    369,578     331,892     +11 %

May Product and Corporate Activities

    --  IONIQ 9 Celebrates First Delivery of Its Flagship Electric SUV: Hyundai
        recently delivered one of its first-ever IONIQ 9 all-electric SUVs to
        customers Jennifer and Dwayne Maynard of Dalton, Georgia. The historic
        handoff occurred at Mountain View Hyundai in Ringgold, Georgia, marking
        an exciting milestone in the evolution of Hyundai's all-electric vehicle
        lineup.
    --  New IONIQ 9 Marketing Campaign, "Space to Connect": Hyundai continues to
        blend innovation with comfort to create meaningful moments for families
        and individuals and is showcasing that in its recently launched national
        marketing campaign for the all-new Hyundai IONIQ 9 titled, "Space to
        Connect." The campaign spotlights the IONIQ 9, a three-row electric SUV
        designed to redefine family mobility and digital lifestyle integration
        by offering a space to welcome everyone, no matter which row they're in.
    --  Alabama Governor Kay Ivey Issues Commendation Recognizing Hyundai Motor
        Manufacturing Alabama's 20(th) Production Anniversary: In recognition of
        Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama's (HMMA) 20 years of automotive
        production in Alabama, Governor Kay Ivey issued a formal commendation
        celebrating the company's economic impact, job creation, and commitment
        to excellence in the state.
    --  Hyundai Dominates U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Best Cars for Teens
        Awards: U.S. News & World Report lauded Hyundai with six category wins
        in the publication's annual 2025 Best Cars for Teens awards, the most of
        any brand. Three wins were for new car categories (out of eight total)
        and three were earned in used car categories (out of four). This is the
        fourth consecutive year that Hyundai has been recognized with more Best
        Cars for Teens awards than any other brand by U.S. News' automotive
        experts.
    --  Ninth Annual National Salute to America's Heroes Hyundai Air & Sea Show:
        Hyundai returned to support the National Salute to America's Heroes
        during Memorial Day on the iconic sands of Miami Beach. Now in its ninth
        year, the two-day patriotic extravaganza remains the nation's premier
        celebration honoring the U.S. military, first responders, and their
        families.
    --  Elantra Named 2025 Best Hybrid for the Money by Cars.com: The Hyundai
        Elantra Hybrid has been awarded the 2025 Best Hybrid for the Money and
        winner of the compact car segment by Cars.com. Additionally, the Hyundai
        Santa Fe HEV has been awarded Best Hybrid for the midsize SUV category.
    --  IONIQ 5 XRT Wins Two Awards at the NWAPA 2025 Mudfest Outdoor Vehicle of
        the Year Competition: The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 XRT was recognized by the
        Northwest Automotive Press Association (NWAPA) with two awards at the
        2025 Mudfest Outdoor Vehicle of the Year competition. The all-electric
        compact EV claimed victory at the media group's grueling two-day
        evaluation event: Best Electrified Activity Vehicle and Best Two Row
        Family SUV.
    --  2025 100 Leading Women in North America List by Automotive News: Claudia
        Márquez, COO, Hyundai Motor America and Olabisi Boyle, senior vice
        president product planning and mobility strategy, Hyundai Motor North
        America, have been named 2025 100 Leading Women by Automotive News. The
        prestigious recognition is given only once every five years by the
        publication. The recognition honors outstanding females who are leaders
        in the highly competitive automotive industry. This is the second time
        for both honorees to be named to the list, underscoring Hyundai's
        commitment to cultivating strong leaders.
    --  Hyundai Simplifies and Improves Electric Vehicle Charging: Hyundai Motor
        America announced the availability of a pair of new charging features
        that greatly simplify and improve the public charging experience for a
        wide range of newer Hyundai electric vehicles. EV owners can now use
        MyHyundai with Bluelink app to find and pay for EV charging on most
        networks. Along with the Hyundai Home marketplace, these intuitive
        public charging features give owners increased flexibility and new
        options to control their charging experience with ease.
    --  Hyundai and Hyundai Hope on Wheels Donate $150,000 to Children's
        Hospital of Savannah: Hyundai Hope, the corporate social responsibility
        initiative of Hyundai Motor America, and Hyundai Hope on Wheels, a
        501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to ending childhood cancer,
        donated a cumulative total of $150,000 to Memorial Health Dwaine and
        Cynthia Willett Children's Hospital of Savannah towards its safety
        initiatives as well as pediatric cancer support.
    --  Podium Sweep at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca 120: Hyundai and Bryan
        Herta Autosport (BHA) delivered a standout performance at the
        WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca 120 at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca,
        delivering a commanding 1-2-3 finish and further cementing Hyundai's
        dominance in the 2025 IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge (IMPC).
    --  Hyundai Invests in Sustainability, Community, and Health in Coastal
        Georgia: Hyundai recently supported several nonprofit organizations in
        Coastal Georgia that are working on sustainability, community, and
        health as part of its corporate social responsibility initiative,
        Hyundai Hope. Ducks Unlimited received a donation to supplement its work
        in wetlands and waterfowl conservation. Make-A-Wish Georgia received a
        donation towards the life-changing wishes it grants to children facing
        critical illness. Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Coastal Empire
        received a donation to continue its profound work in providing a home
        away from home for families of seriously ill and injured children.

Model Total Sales

     Vehicles   May-25 May-24  % Chg   2025 YTD   2024 YTD    % Chg



     Elantra    15,741  13,311   +18 %     62,356      50,273     +24 %



     Ioniq 5     3,898   4,449   -12 %     15,920      14,973      +6 %



     Ioniq 6     1,197   1,099    +9 %      5,621       5,998      -6 %



     Ioniq 9       302       0                302           0



     Kona        7,779   8,308    -6 %     32,711      39,635     -17 %



     Nexo            0       6  -100 %          1          70     -99 %



     Palisade   11,207  10,147   +10 %     47,944      44,544      +8 %



     Santa Cruz  3,031   3,603   -16 %     12,173      14,976     -19 %



     Santa Fe   11,030  10,997    +0 %     54,848      46,819     +17 %



     Sonata      6,082   6,700    -9 %     27,891      25,212     +11 %



     Tucson     19,905  17,371   +15 %     96,932      78,565     +23 %



     Venue       4,349   2,494   +74 %     12,879      10,827     +19 %

Hyundai Motor America

Hyundai Motor America offers U.S. consumers a technology-rich lineup of cars, SUVs, and electrified vehicles, while supporting Hyundai Motor Company's Progress for Humanity vision. Hyundai has significant operations in the U.S., including its North American headquarters in California, the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama assembly plant, the all-new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America, and several cutting-edge R&D facilities. These operations, combined with those of Hyundai's 850 independent dealers, contribute $20.1 billion annually and 190,000 jobs to the U.S. economy, according to a published economic impact report. For more information, visit www.hyundainews.com.

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