EV3 E-GMP A compact electric SUV. Its codename is CT1. The production model and the high-performance EV 3 GT were displayed at the New York Auto Show in Apr. 2026. They will be launched at the end of 2026 as the 2027 mode. They are available in FWD variants with a maximum output of 201 hp and 4WD variants with 261 hp and 288 hp (GT). The cruising range (EPA cycle) will be 354.1 km (220 miles) and 515.0 km (320 miles)....

Model Launch Schedules  Updated at: 2026/04/03

Ioniq 6 E-GMP Mid-size sedan under an EV-only Ioniq brand. It is built at Asan plant. It was launched in Mar. 2023 as the 2023 model. The high-performance Ioniq 6 N, which will be available in limited quantities in 2026, was displayed at AutoMobility LA in Nov. 2025. The Ioniq 6 N will be available in 4WD models with maximum outputs of 448kW (478kW with boost). Because the Ioniq 6 was discontinued with the 2025 model, the Ioniq 6 N will be the fi...

Model Launch Schedules  Updated at: 2026/04/03

NYIAS 2026: Kia exhibits EV3 as competitive entry-level EV On April 1, the all-new 2027 Kia EV3 made its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show as an affordable, entry level EV SUV within a compact footprint. The EV3 will be available in five trim levels: Light, Wind, Land, GT-Line, and GT when it goes on sale in in the U.S. in late 2026, with pricing to be announced closer to launch. Based on the company’s 400V Electric G...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

Kia Motors Slovakia, s.r.o., Zilina Plant Kia Ceed (2006-), Ceed Sporty Wagon (2007-), pro_cee'd (2007-2018), eco_ceed' (2008-2018), Sportage (2007-), Venga (2011-2019), ProCeed (2019-2024), XCeed (2019-), XCeed PHV (2020-), Ceed Sportswagon PHV (2020-), Sportage mild-hybrid (2018-), Ceed mild-hybrid (2019-), Ceed PHV (2021-), Sportage HV (2021-), Sportage PHV (2022-); EV4 hatchback (2025-), EV2 (2026-); Hyundai ix35 (2010-2011)； Gasoline Engin...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/30

EV2 E-GMP A subcompact electric crossover SUV. Its production model was displayed at the Brussels Motor Show in Jan. 2026. Production began at the Zilina plant in Slovakia in Mar. 2026, with sales starting in spring 2026. The cruising range (WLTP mode) is 317km, 453km....

Model Launch Schedules  Updated at: 2026/03/26

Ioniq 6 E-GMP eM PF A mid-size sedan of Ioniq, an EV-only brand. It is produced at the Asan plant in Korea and was launched in early 2023. The RWD versions deliver a maximum output of 111kW and 168kW, while the 4WD versions delivers 239kW. The cruising range (WLTP mode) is 429km and 614km for the RWD versions, and 583km for the 4WD version. The exterior and interior were refreshed on the occasion of a facelift in Sep. 2025. The high-performance I...

Model Launch Schedules  Updated at: 2026/03/26

Kia, Gwangmyeong Plant (AutoLand Gwangmyeong) Plant 1 : Kia K9 (2012-, Quoris/K900), Carnival (Grand Carnival/Sedona), Carnival HV (2023-), EV9/EV9 GT (2023-); EVO Plant ((formerly Plant2) : EV3 (2024-), EV4 (2025-), EV7 (planning) ; Pride (Rio) (1987-2023), Stonic (2017-2023), Stonic MHV(2020-2023), Stinger (2017-2023); Engines; Plant of Kia, Hyundai Group, Former name: Sohari Plant -The second plant was converted into the EVO Plant, dedicated ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/25

Hyundai Motor, Asan Plant Hyundai Grandeur (Azera), Grandeur Hybrid, Aslan (2014-2017), Sonata, Sonata HEV (2011-), Sonata PHEV (2015-end of production), EV Ioniq 6 (2022-), EV Ioniq 6N (2025-), EV Ioniq 9 (2024-); Engines: 4 cylinder Theta, Nu Engine, 6 cylinder Lambda Engine; Stamping Parts Plant of Hyundai, producing Engines and Stamping Parts for Kia models as well -Completion year: 1996 -Number of Employees: 4,000 Korean auto make...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/25

Hyundai Motor, Ulsan Plant Plant 1: Kona (2017-), Kona Electric (2018-), Kona HV (2019-), Kona N (2021-), EV Ioniq 5 (2021-), EV Ioniq 5N (2023-); Plant 2: Santa Fe, Santa Fe HV (2021-), Santa Fe PHV for Export (2021-), Palisade (2019- ), Genesis GV80 (2019-), Genesis GV70 (2020-), Genesis GV70 EV (2022-), Genesis EV GV60 (2021-); Plant 3: Avante (Elantra), Avante (Elantra) HV (2020-), Avante N (2021-), i30 hatchback/Elantra Touring, SUV Venue (...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/25

Jiangsu Yueda Kia Motors Co., Ltd. (formerly Kia Motors Co., Ltd.) Kia Motors and Yueda, Formerly Dongfeng Yueda Kia Motors Co., Ltd. Yueda Kia Motors's Output : Vehicle 251,300 units ( 2025 ) Vehicle 240,810 units ( 2024 ) Vehicle 151,660 units ( 2023 ) Vehicle 159,529 units ( 2022 ) Vehicle 151,703 units ( 2021 ) Vehicle 241,925 units ( 2020 ) Vehicle 305,811 units ( 2019 ) Vehicle 361,570 units ( 2018 ) Vehicle 354,600 units ( 2017 ) Vehicle ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/18

GV60 E-GMP eM PF An EV-only compact crossover SUV. It is built at the Ulsan plant in Korea. It was launched in late 2021. It is available in 3 models: a standard RWD model, a standard 4WD model, and a performance 4WD model. The facelifted model was launched at the end of 2025 with an increased driving range. It has a range of 481km for a standard RWD model, 437km for a standard 4WD model, and 382km for a performance 4WD model. The high-performanc...

Model Launch Schedules  Updated at: 2026/03/12

EV3 E-GMP Compact electric SUV. Its codename is CT1. Its concept model was displayed at the Kia EV Day in Oct. 2023. It was launched in Jul. 2024. It is built at the AutoLand Gwangmyeong. The FWD version with maximum output of 150kW is available. The range (WLTP mode) is 350km, 501km. The high-performance EV3 GT with a cruising range of 410 km was added in Jan. 2026....

Model Launch Schedules  Updated at: 2026/03/12

EV4 E-GMP Compact electric car. Its codename is SV1. Its production model was displayed at the Kia EV Day held in Spain in Feb. 2025. It was launched in Apr. 2025. It is built at the Gwangmyeong plant in Korea. The FWD with a maximum output of 150kW is available. The cruising range is 354km, 502km, and 495km. The high-performance EV4 GT with a cruising range of 425 km was added in Jan. 2026....

Model Launch Schedules  Updated at: 2026/03/12

EV5 E-GMP Platform unknown Compact electric crossover SUV. It is built at the Gwangju plant in Korea. It was launched in Sep. 2025. The FWD with a maximum output of 160kW is available. It has a range of 460km. The high-performance EV5 GT with a cruising range of 376 km was added in Jan. 2026....

Model Launch Schedules  Updated at: 2026/03/12

Beijing Hyundai Motor Co., Ltd. Joint Venture of BAIC and Hyundai Beijing Hyundai Motor's Output : Vehicle 211,964 units ( 2025 ) Vehicle 196,477 units ( 2024 ) Vehicle 250,724 units ( 2023 ) Vehicle 255,000 units ( 2022 ) Vehicle 334,700 units ( 2021 ) Vehicle 450,700 units ( 2020 ) Vehicle 688,548 units ( 2019 ) Vehicle 794,000 units ( 2018 ) Vehicle 800,000 units ( 2017 ) Vehicle 1,142,000 units ( 2016 ) Beijing Hyundai's Production...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/11

Ioniq 3 E-GMP Subcompact crossover SUV under an EV-only Ioniq brand. Its concept model, Concept THREE, was displayed at the IAA Mobility in Sep. 2025 and the Brussels Motor Show in Jan. 2026. Hyundai's new infotainment system, Pleos Connect, based on the Android Automotive OS (AAOS) will be available....

Model Launch Schedules  Updated at: 2026/02/16

Beijing Hyundai Motor Co., Ltd. Beijing Branch Renhe Plant (formerly Beijing Hyundai Motor Co., Ltd., Second Plant) Beijing Hyundai: Tucson L (2022-), Sonata 11th Generation (2024-), SUV MUFASA (2023-), MPV Custo (2023-), EV SUV EO (2025-); Engines; Beijing Hyundai: Elantra Lingdong (January 2016-production ended), Sonata 9th Generation (production ended), Sonata 9th Generation PHEV (2018-production ended), Sonata Hybrid (2016-production ended)...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/02/12

Hyundai reportedly seeking to supply Waymo with 50,000 IONIQ 5 robotaxis Hyundai Motor is reportedly seeking to supply Waymo with 50,000 IONIQ 5 autonomous vehicles by 2028 in what would amount to a roughly USD 2.5 billion deal. The potential order, first reported overseas, would see Hyundai’s Georgia-based Metaplant America (HMGMA) produce IONIQ 5 EVs at volume specifically for Waymo. The IONIQ 5 has a roomy cabin for passengers and is built o...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/12

Kia conducts EV2 prototype real-world NAF Winter Test, Norway On February 10, Kia Europe conduced real-world performance for Kia EV2 prototype model at the Norwegian Automotive Federation (NAF) El Prix Winter Test. It covered 310.6 km in extremely cold conditions, with temperatures as low as -21°C in Norway’s Jotunheimen mountains. The tested EV2 GT-line prototype had a 61.0kWh long-range battery and was driven for over 5 hours while following...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/11

Thailand International Motor Expo 2025 (2) Japanese OEMs and Others Mitsubishi, Mazda, Suzuki, Nissan, Toyota, Honda, Isuzu, Hyundai, NEX Point, etc. Summary Mitsubishi：XFORCE HEV, Xpander HEV, Xpander Cross HEV Mazda: Mazda6e (mass-production BEV) Suzuki: Fronx, Swift Nissan: X-TRAIL e-POWER x e-4ORCE Toyota: Hilux Travo (pickup truck), Hilux Travo-e (BEV) Lexus: Lexus RZ, Lexus LX 500d Honda: CR-V e:HEV (HuNT Series) Isuzu: D-MAX X-SERIES BMW...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/01/27