Hyundai Motor America Reports Record-Breaking February 2026 Sales

Hyundai Motor America reported record-breaking total February sales of 65,677 units, a 6% increase compared with February 2025. This marks the company’s third consecutive month of record total sales. Hyundai’s SUV lineup, including Tucson, Santa Fe, Palisade, and Kona, once again represented the majority of Hyundai sales, with several nameplates achieving notable year‑over‑year gains. Electric and hybrid vehicle sales increased a combined 56%, with electric vehicles growing by 6% and hybrids surging 79%, all February records.

Hyundai CEO Highlights Brand Momentum and Electrified Growth
“Hyundai’s third straight month of record total sales reflects the remarkable strength of our lineup and the growing confidence customers place in our brand,” said Randy Parker, President and CEO, Hyundai Motor America. “Our electrified products continue to shine, with pure EV sales up 6% year over year, HEV total sales surging 79%, and total sales gains from the all-new Palisade, which climbed 28% in February. Record-setting performances from IONIQ 5 and hybrid models, including Sonata HEV, Elantra HEV, Santa Fe HEV, and Tucson HEV, show how powerfully customers are responding to Hyundai’s technology, design, and value. With momentum building across our EV, HEV, and ICE offerings, we expect this strong trajectory to continue.”

Electrified Vehicle Performance – Best February Ever
Hyundai’s electrified lineup (HEV, PHEV, EV) delivered 22,357 total units, a 56% increase versus a year ago, fueled by record February performances of Santa Fe HEV, Tucson HEV and Elantra HEV. IONIQ 5, which led the charge for EVs, set new February highs in both retail and total volume.

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