Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) recorded its highest-ever August domestic sales at 54,396 units in August 2026, marking a 23.6% year-on-year (YoY) increase from 44,001 units in August 2025. However, exports fell sharply by around 30.5% YoY to 11,400 units, limiting total sales growth to 8.8% at 65,796 units. Hyundai's August 2026 Sales performance was supported by strong growth across models such as Exter, Venue, i20, Grand i10 and Aura, while Verna and Alcazar remained under pressure.
Discover more stocks on Finology 30.
Table of Contents
- Hyundai August 2026 Sales: Key Highlights
- Hyundai Sales August 2026: Domestic, Export and Total Sales
- Hyundai August 2026 Model-Wise Sales
- Growth Engines and Weak Links
- Hyundai Market Share and Industry Context
- Hyundai Exports in August 2026
- Hyundai FY2027 Sales Performance So Far
- What Investors Should Watch
- Hyundai August 2026 Sales: Investor Takeaway
- FAQs
The Hyundai sales data for August 2026 shows a clear divergence between domestic and export performance. Domestic wholesale dispatches reached a record for August, while exports were significantly lower than the previous year.
| Metric |
August 2026 |
| Domestic sales |
54,396 units |
| Domestic YoY growth |
23.6% |
| Exports |
11,400 units |
| Export YoY change |
~-30.5% |
| Total sales |
65,796 units |
| Total YoY growth |
8.8% |
| Domestic MoM growth |
0.3% |
Domestic sales increased from 44,001 units in August 2025 to 54,396 units in August 2026. This was also marginally higher than July 2026 domestic sales of 54,210 units, representing approximately 0.3% month-on-month (MoM) growth.
The key takeaway from the Hyundai Sales August Data is that Indian domestic demand remained the primary growth engine, while exports acted as a near-term drag on overall volumes.
/content-assets/0e03ab7365574580bb01bc853885b827.png)
The Hyundai Sales August Figures show a sharp improvement in domestic volumes in 2026, although exports declined significantly compared with the previous year. The three-year August sales data also show that Hyundai's domestic performance in 2026 was well above the levels recorded in 2024 and 2025.
Hyundai Sales August 2026
| Sales category |
August 2026 |
| Domestic sales |
54,396 units |
| Exports |
11,400 units |
| Total sales |
65,796 units |
Hyundai Motor India recorded its highest-ever August domestic sales of 54,396 units in August 2026, up 23.6% from 44,001 units in August 2025. Total sales, including exports, stood at 65,796 units, representing 8.8% YoY growth.
Hyundai Sales August 2025
| Sales category |
August 2025 |
| Domestic sales |
44,001 units |
| Exports |
16,500 units |
| Total sales |
60,501 units |
In August 2025, Hyundai reported domestic sales of 44,001 units and exports of 16,500 units, taking total sales to 60,501 units. Exports were particularly strong during the month, rising 21% YoY.
Hyundai Sales August 2024
| Sales category |
August 2024 |
| Domestic sales |
49,525 units |
| Exports |
13,650 units |
| Total sales |
63,175 units |
In August 2024, Hyundai recorded domestic sales of 49,525 units, exports of 13,650 units and total sales of 63,175 units. The company's SUV portfolio, led by Creta, Venue and Exter, was a key contributor to domestic sales during the month.
What the Three-Year Data Shows
The August sales data highlights a notable shift in Hyundai's volume mix. Domestic sales increased to a record 54,396 units in August 2026, while exports fell to 11,400 units from 16,500 units a year earlier. As a result, domestic demand became the clear growth driver, while exports acted as a drag on overall sales growth.
| Year |
Sales Category |
Units |
| August 2026 |
Domestic sales |
54,396 |
| August 2026 |
Exports |
11,400 |
| August 2026 |
Total sales |
65,796 |
| August 2025 |
Domestic sales |
44,001 |
| August 2025 |
Exports |
16,500 |
| August 2025 |
Total sales |
60,501 |
| August 2024 |
Domestic sales |
49,525 |
| August 2024 |
Exports |
13,650 |
| August 2024 |
Total sales |
63,175 |
Hyundai's total sales of 65,796 units in August 2026 were therefore higher than both August 2025 and August 2024. However, the composition was different: the 2026 increase was driven predominantly by domestic sales, while exports declined sharply because of logistical constraints and geopolitical issues in West Asia.
For investors, this distinction is important. The record domestic number indicates strong demand in the Indian market, but the sharp export decline means that the overall sales trajectory remains dependent on how quickly international shipments normalise.
Hyundai's August 2026 domestic sales growth was broad-based, with published model-wise data showing several models registering strong double-digit YoY increases. The Creta continued to be the company's largest volume contributor, while Exter, Venue, i20 and Grand i10 recorded particularly strong growth.
| Model |
Aug 2026 sales and YoY |
| Creta |
16,288, +2% |
| Venue |
11,365, +40% |
| Exter |
8,157, +61% |
| Aura |
6,685, +25% |
| Grand i10 |
5,342, +37% |
| i20 |
5,165, +42% |
| Alcazar |
856, -28% |
| Verna |
529, -31% |
| IONIQ 5 |
9, -36% |
Creta Remains Hyundai's Volume Anchor
The Creta sold 16,288 units in August 2026 compared with 15,924 units a year earlier, representing 2% YoY growth.
However, Creta sales declined 10% MoM from 18,088 units in July 2026. Despite this monthly decline, it remained Hyundai's largest-selling model and the backbone of its domestic volume.
Exter Leads YoY Growth
The Exter recorded the strongest large-scale growth in Hyundai's portfolio. Sales increased to 8,157 units from 5,061 units, representing 61% YoY growth.
The model also increased 20% MoM from 6,810 units in July. This combination of strong YoY and MoM growth makes Exter an important volume driver for Hyundai's entry-level SUV portfolio.
Venue Maintains Strong Momentum
Venue sales rose 40% YoY to 11,365 units from 8,109 units in August 2025. Sales also increased 2% MoM from 11,095 units in July.
The data indicates sustained momentum in the sub-compact SUV segment, making Venue another important contributor to Hyundai's domestic growth.
i20 and Grand i10 Deliver Strong Growth
The i20 recorded sales of 5,165 units, up 42% YoY from 3,634 units. However, sales declined 23% MoM from 6,738 units in July, making its monthly performance worth monitoring.
The Grand i10 performed more strongly on both YoY and MoM measures. Sales rose 37% YoY to 5,342 units and jumped 32% MoM from 4,055 units.
Aura Shows Steady Improvement
Aura sales increased 25% YoY to 6,685 units, compared with 5,336 units in August 2025. Its sales also increased 15% MoM from 5,817 units in July.
This indicates steady improvement in the compact sedan within Hyundai's portfolio.
Verna and Alcazar Remain Under Pressure
Not all models participated in the August growth.
Alcazar sales declined 28% YoY to 856 units from 1,187 units, while monthly sales were broadly stable at 862 units in July.
Verna recorded a sharper decline, with sales falling 31% YoY to 529 units from 771 units. Sales also declined 28% MoM from 737 units in July.
Continued weakness in these models could put pressure on Hyundai's product mix if the trend extends into the coming quarters.
IONIQ 5 Volumes Remain Small
The IONIQ 5 recorded only 9 units in August 2026 compared with 14 units in August 2025, a 36% YoY decline. Sales were marginally higher than the 8 units recorded in July.
Given its very small reported volume, IONIQ 5 has a limited impact on Hyundai's overall domestic sales volume.
The Tucson was not reported in the August 2026 data snapshot provided.
The Hyundai Sales Performance in August can be divided into three broad categories: growth engines, the stability core and models requiring monitoring.
Key Growth Engines
- Exter: +61% YoY
- i20: +42% YoY
- Venue: +40% YoY
- Grand i10: +37% YoY
- Aura: +25% YoY
These models provided much of the incremental domestic volume growth.
Stability Core
The Creta remains the most important volume anchor. Although its YoY growth was modest at 2%, its 16,288-unit volume was substantially higher than that of every other Hyundai model in August.
Models to Watch
Verna and Alcazar were the key weak links, declining 31% and 28% YoY, respectively. If these declines continue through Q3 FY2027, investors may need to monitor their contribution to overall volumes and product mix more closely.
The broader passenger vehicle market also recorded strong wholesale growth in August 2026. Industry-wide PV wholesale dispatches increased 36% YoY to 448,319 units, supported by new launches, promotional offers and easier financing ahead of the festive season.
Hyundai's domestic wholesale sales of 54,396 units translated into an approximate 12.3% wholesale market share in August.
The retail picture was more moderate. Industry-wide PV retail sales rose 16.14% YoY to 4,02,398 units, significantly below the 36% wholesale growth. The gap between wholesale and retail growth also coincided with elevated dealer inventory. FADA reported passenger-vehicle inventory at around 38–40 days at the end of August, above its recommended 21-day benchmark, making inventory absorption during the festive season an important factor to monitor.
According to FADA retail data, Hyundai recorded 46,987 passenger-vehicle retail sales in August 2026, up 4.84% YoY, giving it an 11.68% retail market share.
The gap between wholesale and retail is therefore an important factor in interpreting the Hyundai August 2026 Sales figures. Strong dispatches are positive, but the sustainability of demand will become clearer when festive-season retail sales data arrives during October and November.
To evaluate how Hyundai’s sales performance and market position are reflected in its stock valuation, check the latest Hyundai share price, charts, and key valuation ratios.
Exports were the biggest weakness in the Hyundai Sales Report for August 2026.
Hyundai exported 11,400 units in August 2026, compared with approximately 16,395 units in August 2025. This represents a decline of around 30.5% YoY.
The decline was attributed to logistical constraints and geopolitical conflicts in West Asia, which affected shipment schedules.
| Export metric |
August 2026 |
| Exports |
11,400 units |
| Previous-year exports |
~16,395 units |
| YoY change |
~-30.5% |
The export decline reduced the benefit of Hyundai's record domestic performance. As a result, total sales increased only 8.8% YoY to 65,796 units.
For investors, export recovery is an important swing factor. Any normalisation in West Asia logistics could support export volumes, total sales and capacity utilisation. At the same time, greater diversification across export markets could reduce the volatility associated with disruptions in individual regions.
Hyundai's domestic sales performance in August was not an isolated monthly improvement. The company highlighted approximately 12.6% YoY domestic growth during April-August 2026, covering the first five months of FY2027.
This provides a broader context for the August numbers. While August domestic sales grew 23.6% YoY, the April-August trend also remained positive, indicating that domestic momentum has continued across multiple months.
For investors, this makes the upcoming festive quarter particularly important for assessing whether the current sales momentum can be sustained.
Want to understand whether Hyundai’s August growth is part of a sustained volume recovery? Also read the Hyundai Motor July 2026 Sales analysis for a closer look at domestic volumes, exports, model-wise performance, and the trends shaping FY2027.
The Hyundai Sales Performance in August provides several indicators to track over the coming months.
1. Festive Season Retail Sell-Through
The first priority is to compare wholesale dispatches with actual retail sales during September-November 2026.
Since industry wholesale growth of 36% significantly exceeded retail growth of around 14% in August, investors should monitor whether dealer inventory is absorbed during the festive period.
2. Discounting and Margins
Industry-wide promotions and discounts supported August volumes. Investors should therefore track whether Hyundai can maintain sales momentum without excessive discounting.
Higher volumes accompanied by aggressive discounts could have a different impact on profitability than volume growth supported by healthy pricing and product mix.
3. Verna and Alcazar Performance
The continued performance of the Verna and Alcazar will be important for assessing Hyundai's portfolio mix.
Verna declined 31% YoY and 28% MoM, while Alcazar fell 28% YoY and 1% MoM. Persistent weakness could increase the importance of product updates or repositioning in these segments.
4. Exter, Venue and Other Growth Models
Exter and Venue are becoming important contributors to Hyundai's domestic volume growth.
Exter's 61% YoY and 20% MoM growth was particularly notable, while Venue recorded 40% YoY and 2% MoM growth. Any supply constraints or product updates affecting these models could therefore influence overall monthly volumes.
5. Export Recovery
Exports remain a major near-term variable. A recovery from the August decline would improve the total-sales growth profile and potentially support capacity utilisation.
Investors should monitor developments around West Asia logistics as well as Hyundai's ability to diversify export markets.
6. EV Strategy
IONIQ 5 sales remained extremely small at just 9 units in August. Therefore, Hyundai's current India passenger vehicle performance is still primarily driven by its internal-combustion and conventional portfolio.
Over the medium term, investors should monitor Hyundai's more affordable EV launches and potential localisation of battery strategies to assess how the company's EV business could develop in India.
7. Competitive Positioning
Hyundai's approximately 12.3% wholesale market share and 11.68% retail share provide an important benchmark for future performance.
Competition from Maruti, Tata and Mahindra remains relevant, particularly in sub-compact and compact SUV categories where Hyundai's Exter, Venue and Creta compete.
Tracking Hyundai's market share rather than only absolute sales will therefore provide a clearer picture of its competitive position.
The Hyundai August 2026 Sales data presents a mixed but largely positive domestic picture. The company achieved a record 54,396 domestic units, up 23.6% YoY, with broad-based growth across Exter, Venue, i20, Grand i10 and Aura.
The Creta remained the volume leader despite modest 2% YoY growth and a 10% MoM decline. Meanwhile, Verna and Alcazar remained under pressure and require monitoring.
The main concern is the 30.5% YoY decline in exports, which restricted total sales growth to 8.8%. The export weakness was linked to logistical and geopolitical issues in West Asia.
For the coming months, the most important indicators are festive-season retail sell-through, dealer inventory, discount intensity, export recovery, performance of weaker models and Hyundai's competitive market share.
Hyundai August 2026 Sales: Investor Cheat Sheet
| Item |
August 2026 takeaway |
| Domestic sales |
54,396 units, +23.6% YoY |
| Exports |
11,400 units, ~-30.5% YoY |
| Total sales |
65,796 units, +8.8% YoY |
| Top model |
Creta, 16,288 units, +2% YoY |
| Fastest growers |
Exter +61%, i20 +42%, Venue +40% YoY |
| Weakest major models |
Verna -31%, Alcazar -28% YoY |
| FY27 domestic trend |
~12.6% YoY growth during April-August |
| Wholesale market share |
~12.3% |
| Retail market share |
~11.68% |
| Key concern |
Export weakness and wholesale-retail gap |
| Key catalysts |
Festive retail demand, export recovery and model performance |
1. What were Hyundai's August 2026 sales?
Hyundai Motor India recorded 54,396 domestic units in August 2026, an increase of 23.6% YoY from 44,001 units in August 2025. Total sales, including exports, stood at 65,796 units, up 8.8% YoY.
2. Which Hyundai model sold the most in August 2026?
The Hyundai Creta was the best-selling Hyundai model in August 2026, with domestic sales of 16,288 units. Sales increased 2% YoY from 15,924 units in August 2025.
3. Which Hyundai models recorded the highest growth in August 2026?
The Exter recorded the highest YoY growth among Hyundai's major volume models at 61%, followed by the i20 at 42%, Venue at 40%, Grand i10 at 37% and Aura at 25%.
4. Why did Hyundai's total sales grow slower than domestic sales in August 2026?
Hyundai's total sales grew 8.8% YoY because exports declined sharply. Exports fell around 30.5% YoY to 11,400 units from approximately 16,395 units, with logistical constraints and geopolitical conflicts in West Asia affecting shipment schedules.
5. What should investors watch after Hyundai's August 2026 sales?
Investors should track festive-season retail sell-through, dealer inventory levels, discounting, export recovery, Verna and Alcazar sales, Exter and Venue momentum, EV strategy and Hyundai's market share. These factors will help determine whether the August domestic growth can be sustained.