en.Wedoany.com Reported - In 2026, Hyundai's electric vehicle sales in Australia have shown a notable increase, with supply and orders for multiple models achieving strong growth. From the first quarter to the second quarter, the supply of SUVs such as the Inster, Kona Electric, Elexio, and Ioniq 5 has increased by at least 50%, with the Inster's supply growing by 204% and the Kona Electric by 315%. During the same period, order numbers have also risen substantially, with Inster orders up 205%, Kona Electric up 298%, and Ioniq 5 up 187%.

The Kona Electric had previously lagged behind its internal combustion engine counterparts in sales, but the latest data indicates it is catching up quickly. David Rodda, Hyundai Australia's Sales Director, stated: "Considering the ownership advantages, people who previously only considered an EV as a future purchase are now completely confident in making that decision." He added that Hyundai Australia has secured a 158% increase in EV supply for the second quarter to meet demand, with vehicles set to arrive from Korea starting in May.

This growth follows the announcement of the first-round results of the National Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), during which Hyundai incurred liabilities exceeding 84,000 in the 2025 NVES period, ranking behind only a few other brands. Rodda also mentioned that hybrid vehicles are receiving more attention, with Hyundai's hybrid orders increasing by 30% from February to March. In March, hybrids accounted for 57% of orders, setting a new industry high. Hyundai plans to introduce new electric models in the future, such as the Staria commercial van and the Ioniq 3 hatchback, to further expand its electric vehicle market in Australia.

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