Hybrids Make Up Record 29% of Hyundai Sales as Electrified SUV Demand Surges
Hyundai reported that hybrid vehicles accounted for a record 29% of its total sales, driven by persistent fuel prices and robust consumer interest. Utility models such as the Santa Fe Hybrid, alongside platform cousins from Kia like the Sportage and Sorento, led the sharp volume growth. The milestone reflects a broader market trend where mainstream buyers increasingly turn to hybrids as a practical stepping stone toward electrification.