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Hyundai Inster EV Euro NCAPWith the launch of Inster EV, Hyundai stunned the world with its small cute-sy electric city car. This was an electric version of Casper crossover SUV which had been growing in popularity. Inster EV made big headlines when it was elected as 2025 World Electric Vehicle, owing to a combination of factors including design, powertrain, equipment and others.
Now, this small crossover electric SUV has been crash tested by Euro NCAP, which is regarded as one of the world’s most stringent crash test protocols. This little electric vehicle from Hyundai has scored a respectable 4 Stars in the stringent Euro NCAP crash safety tests. Let’s break down the analytics.
Hyundai Inster EV Euro NCAP
Hyundai Inster EV Euro NCAP
Euro NCAP conducted a series of crash tests recently and published detailed crash test results of them. Among these vehicles, Hyundai Inster EV was one of, if not, the smallest vehicle. Euro NCAP crash testing analysis including frontal impact tests, side impact tests and even a side pole impact test along with vulnerable road user protection and safety assist tests.
The analysis is divided into 4 parts – Adult Occupant, Child Occupant, Vulnerable Road Users and Safety Assist. The Hyundai Inster EV crash tested by Euro NCAP was a 2025 model. This 5 door SUV of City and Supermini class weighed in at 1,358 kg. Test vehicles came with front and side airbags, belt pretensioners, load limiters, seatbelt reminders and ISOFIX child seat mounts.
Hyundai Inster EV Euro NCAP
It lacked a knee airbag, which are usually found in more expensive vehicles. Where active safety systems are concerned, Hyundai Inster EV had AEB (Auto Emergency Braking) for car to car scenarios, motorcyclists and vulnerable road users in forward. There was speed assistance, lane assist systems and even a driver fatigue detection system.
4 Star Crash Safety Rating
In the Adult Occupant Safety tests, Hyundai Inster EV scored 11.3 / 16 points in frontal impact, 10.9 / 16 points in lateral impact, 3.5 / 4 points in rear impact tests and 3.5 / 4 points in rescue and extrication test. This led to a 28.3 points which awarded it a 70% score in Adult Occupant Safety. Where Child Occupant Safety is concerned, Inster EV bagged a total of 40.1 points, yielding it an 81% score.
Hyundai Inster EV Euro NCAP
Breaking it down, we get 22.1 / 24 points in crash tests, 6 / 13 points in safety features and 12 / 12 points in CRS installation test. Further, Hyundai Inster EV scored a total of 44.2 points (70%) in Vulnerable Road Users and 12.1 points (67%) in Safety Assist tests. More

New Hyundai Elexio Electric SUVWhile initially targeted exclusively at the Chinese market, Hyundai Elexio electric SUV can be considered for export markets at a later date
Hyundai is working in collaboration with its Chinese partner BAIC to boost its EV market share in China. Their joint venture, Beijing Hyundai, is set to introduce multiple new products. One of these is the Hyundai Elexio, which was unveiled in May 2025.
Some details were also revealed in June via data published on China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) website. Now, some interior images of Hyundai Elexio have been posted online. Let’s check out the details.
New Hyundai Elexio Electric SUV
Hyundai Elexio interiors revealed
One of the key highlights is a large panoramic touchscreen infotainment system, mounted around the middle of the dashboard. All the controls are accessible via the touchscreen. There are no physical buttons anywhere, excluding only the steering mounted control buttons. A small section on the left side of the screen appears to be exclusively dedicated to function as a MID.
A projection display system is also installed at the base of the dashboard. Hyundai Elexio electric SUV has an elevated centre console, ensuring clear boundaries between the driver and front passenger spaces. The centre console has two wireless charging pads and four uncovered cup holders. Towards the end, there’s space for storing small items.
New Hyundai Elexio Electric SUV
Centre front armrest has storage space underneath and might include a cooling function, depending on the variant. In total, Hyundai Elexio has 29 storage spaces. Overall, the interiors of Hyundai Elexio are designed to maximize comfort and roominess. Seats appear super comfy and there’s adequate legroom and headroom for both front and rear passengers.
New Hyundai Elexio Electric SUV
Rear bench seat has three headrests, which could have an adjustability option. Thanks to the wide windows and panoramic sunroof, passengers can enjoy uninterrupted views of the outside world. USB charging ports are likely to be available for rear passengers.
Hyundai Elexio – Styling and features
Some of the key USPs include four-point pixel lighting elements and a full-width LED strip. Hyundai Elexio features smooth, curvy body panelling throughout, lending it a welcoming and approachable design. It is also likely to enhance aerodynamic efficiency to ensure optimal range.
New Hyundai Elexio Electric SUV
Side profile has squared wheel arches, sporty aero-optimized alloy wheels, flush door handles, blacked-out pillars, roof rails and a slightly tapering roofline. At the rear, Hyundai Elexio has a roof mounted spoiler, pixel-style tail lights, rugged bumper design and ‘E L E X I O’ lettering on the tailgate.
Dimensionally, Hyundai Elexio is comparable to the Hyundai Tucson sold globally. Elexio is 4,615 mm long, 1,875 mm wide and has a wheelbase of 2,750 mm. Depending on the variant, the height is in the range of 1,675 mm to 1,700 mm.
New Hyundai Elexio Electric SUV
Hyundai Elexio – Performance, range
Two versions of Hyundai Elexio will be available, one with a single motor and the other with dual-motors in an all-wheel drive setup. Elexio is underpinned by Hyundai’s advanced E-GMP (Electric-Global Modular Platform) with 800-volt architecture. The single motor variant utilizes a 160 kW (218 PS) motor mounted on the front axle. In comparison, the dual-motor variant has an additional 73 kW (99 PS) motor installed on the rear axle. Hyundai Elexio dual-motor variant has total power output of 233 kW (317 PS).
As per CLTC standards, the claimed range of Hyundai Elexio is 700 km. This will be lower at around 570 km, as per WLTP standards. Real-world range of Hyundai Elexio could be around 500 to 550 km. Details about the battery pack are yet to be revealed. Hyundai Elexio is expected to be launched in China in Q3, 2025. More

Hyundai Elexio EV Specs LeakedScheduled for launch exclusively in China in Q3 CY2025, Hyundai Elexio could be offered at a starting price of 140,000 yuan (approx. Rs 16.88 lakh)
Aiming to make a strong comeback in the Chinese EV market, Hyundai is planning to launch multiple new models including BEVs, PHEVs and EREVs. These will be manufactured by Beijing Hyundai, a joint venture between Hyundai and Chinese state-owned automobile manufacturer BAIC. Both entities have collectively allocated an investment war chest of $1.1 billion to bolster EV development and tackle rivals like BYD, Tesla, NIO and XPeng.
One of the upcoming products is the Hyundai Elexio electric SUV, which had made its global debut in May 2025. Now, with the homologation and sales license applications filed in China, some of the key specs have been published on China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) website. Let’s check out the details.
Hyundai Elexio EV For China
Hyundai Elexio EV – Performance, range
In March 2025, a mysterious Hyundai EV was teased which was speculated to be China-exclusive Ioniq 4, based on Kia EV5. However, it was revealed as Hyundai Elexio, which will be based on Hyundai’s advanced E-GMP (Electric-Global Modular Platform) with 800-volt architecture. As per the information posted on MIIT website, Hyundai Elexio will be available in two variants.
One of these will be a front-wheel drive variant, equipped with a single EM16 motor installed on the front axle. Max power output is 160 kW (218 PS). The other variant will have an all-wheel drive setup. In addition to the 160-kW motor at the front, it will have a 73 kW (99 PS) motor mounted on the rear axle. Combined power output will be 233 kW (317 PS). Top speed of both variants is capped at 185 km/h.
Hyundai Elexio EV For China
While battery capacity details have not been revealed, it is possible that Hyundai Elexio could use a 101.7 kWh battery pack. In that case, it will be the second largest battery pack for a Hyundai electric car. As of now, Hyundai Ioniq 9 has the largest battery pack of 110.3?kWh among all models.
Information available on MIIT website shows that Hyundai Elexio will be using a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery. It will be sourced from FinDream, a subsidiary of BYD. Hyundai had earlier stated that the Elexio electric SUV will have a range of 700 km (CLTC standards). This will be around 570 km, when measured as per WLTP standards. Real-world range of Hyundai Elexio is expected to be around 500 to 550 km.
Hyundai Elexio EV For China
Dimensionally, the Hyundai Elexio is 4,615 mm tall, 1,875 mm wide, 1,673 mm tall and has a wheelbase of 2,750 mm. Kerb weight of the front wheel drive variant and the all-wheel drive variant is 2039 kg and 2184 kg, respectively.
Hyundai Elexio – Styling and features
One can notice a dynamic mix of sportiness, classic SUV design and family-oriented vibes. Standout features include the four-point pixel lighting elements. Four on each side, the total, number 8, is considered a sign of good fortune in China. Other features include a closed-off grille, prominent bumper, squarish wheel arches, sporty aero alloy wheels, blacked-out pillars and flush door handles.
Hyundai Elexio EV For China
Hyundai Elexio EV has features like a panoramic sunroof, roof rack, multiple cameras and front and rear radar. Inside, the SUV is expected to get an advanced touchscreen infotainment system, powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295 chip. Other highlights include a head-up display (HUD), voice commands and smart assistant.
Hyundai Elexio could be launched in China at a starting price of around 140,000 yuan (Rs 16.88 lakh). While initially catering to the Chinese market, export opportunities can be considered at a later date. Elexio may not be launched in India, but Hyundai will be introducing 26 new models here by 2030. More

Hyundai Insteroid Concept RevealedA gamified version of the popular Inster EV, the Insteroid concept boasts a radical design and specialized equipment
Over the years, we have seen numerous crazy car customizations. However, most of these are the creations of professional custom car builders. Carmakers also create exciting concepts, but truly whacky designs are not the norm. Only on some occasions do we see carmakers running wild with their concept ideas.
A relevant example is this Insteroid concept, created by Hyundai Motor’s European design team. It is designed to fit right into a Cyberpunk world with one of the wildest designs we have seen from Hyundai. Let’s explore the details of this fascinating concept car.
Hyundai Insteroid Concept
Hyundai Insteroid – Gaming-inspired concept car
It’s easy to guess that the name Insteroid comes from the combo of Inster + Steroid. The teaser video has the same theme, where Inster EV is shown transforming into the Insteroid concept car. In line with the gaming theme, the entire transformation of Inster EV is presented as a ‘glitch’.
It essentially conveys the message that the idea for Insteroid concept may have come from sources far more accomplished than human creativity and imagination. In the practical realm of human understanding, the Insteroid concept is of course the work of human minds. Crafted by Hyundai Motor’s European design team, the Insteroid concept is as radical as it gets.
Hyundai Insteroid Concept
This subcompact EV concept has gamified styling and features across exteriors and interiors. Some of the key features include a wide-body design, big wheels for racing and an extra-large wing spoiler at the rear. Air flaps are integrated into the wheel arches to achieve advanced aerodynamics.
Gamified interiors
Inside, the gamification of the cabin and cockpit is more intense. Some of the key features include a completely stripped-down look and feel, a roll cage, bucket seats and a specialized steering wheel. Sitting inside the Insteroid concept could be one of the best possible experiences of a 3D gaming environment.
Hyundai Insteroid Concept
Another interesting aspect is that all the control elements are fully adjustable. It includes everything from the buttons to the instrument cluster. Customization options with the Insteroid concept are quite similar to options available with video games. It also gives the feel of a garage-built track machine.
For a more immersive experience, the Insteroid concept has been equipped with a unique sound signature. There are various gaming-inspired features such as Message Grid and Beat House sound system. The Boost icon can be seen in multiple places, which enhances the gaming experience. Another notable feature is the Drift Mode, which unlocks more thrilling driving experiences.
Hyundai Insteroid Concept
Hyundai Insteroid – When is it launching?
While enthusiasts will surely be interested in driving the Insteroid, this concept is unfortunately not meant for production. Hyundai has clearly mentioned that Insteroid is all about pushing the boundaries of automotive design and challenging human creativity. It is not designed for the assembly line.
However, enthusiasts can always access the Inster EV, popular for its sporty profile and peppy performance. Hyundai Inster EV is available in multiple markets including its home market South Korea, Japan and Europe. It is expected that Hyundai will introduce the Inster EV in India around June 2026. It could be offered here at a starting price of around Rs 12 lakh. More

New Hyundai Nexo Hydrogen Electric carHydrogen as a vehicular fuel, is much debated on as it is greener to the environment and allows for lightning quick recharges (in EV standards). While it is yet to be mainstream, more OEMs have been exploring the Hydrogen route. Hyundai is one of those companies and has just revealed its 2nd Gen Nexo based on Initium Concept revealed last year.
Hyundai Nexo Hydrogen Electric Car
One look at the 2nd Gen Hyundai Nexo Hydrogen Electric car, it feels familiar and rings certain bells. That’s because it is based on Hyundai Initium Concept showcased last year in October 2024. It is a complete departure from the 1st Gen Nexo and its curvaceous design language and is now a lot quirkier.
New Hyundai Nexo (Above) VS Hyundai Initium Concept (Below)
When compared to the Initium Concept, anyone would be hard pressed to draw differences on the new Nexo. That’s because the production version of Nexo look almost identical to Initium Concept. Except for the toned down alloy wheels, roof carrier and quad-pixel LED headlight and tail light, production-spec Nexo and Initium Concept are virtually identical.
The ‘Art of Steel’ design language used on new Hyundai Nexo reminds me of Pontiac Aztec, which is hailed as one of the worst car designs of all time. However, on Hyundai Nexo, this silhouette looks kinda nice and futuristic owing to the overall coolness factor and rugged SUV appeal, something Aztec didn’t have.
New 2nd Gen Hyundai Nexo
The double dash LED DRL signature along with quad-pixel LED lighting signatures at the front, rugged front and rear bumpers, large alloy wheels, flush door handles, sorta-triangular rear quarter glass, roof rails, rear view cameras, SUV profile, circular wheel arch claddings, tough side body claddings and other exterior elements make a surprisingly cohesive design.
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On the inside, things are a lot more conventional as the overall dashboard layout is inspired by that of Santa Fe and Palisade. There are two 12.3-inch displays (infotainment and instrumentation), two displays to show rear view camera feed, there is a digital IRVM, a 12-inch HUD and lastly Hyundai and Kia’s slim pill-shaped climate control screen.
New 2nd Gen Hyundai Nexo
There’s a twin-deck centre console and is attached to the dashboard. Gear selector is mounted on steering column and looks like the same unit as we saw in Creta Electric. Steering wheel gets quad dots logo which reads ‘H’ in Morse Code. Also notable is the 14-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system.
Powering this vehicle, we have a 2.64 kWh battery pack which sends juice to a single 201 bhp electric motor promising 0-100 km/h sprint in 7.8 seconds. Continuously replenishing this battery is a 147 bhp Hydrogen fuel cell stack. New Hyundai Nexo Hydrogen Electric car gets larger Hydrogen tank (6.69 kg) as opposed to the 6.33 kg tank and promises a max range of 700 km in one filling. Speaking of, Hydrogen filling hardly takes 5 minutes when compared to EV recharging.
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New Hyundai Electric SUV TeasedHyundai has been operational in China as Beijing Hyundai. The company currently sells two sedans, three SUVs and an MPV in Dragonland. For the first time ever, Beijing Hyundai is venturing into EV space and has teased an electric SUV ahead of launch. Looking at it, one could speculate that it might be Hyundai’s version of Kia EV5. Let’s take a closer look.
Hyundai Ioniq 4 – Is this it?
Hyundai and Kia are on the verge of establishing themselves as the leaders in world’s EV stage. Both brands have been launching more EVs now than they ever did. For the first time, Hyundai is venturing into China’s EV space, which is the biggest EV market in the world, with a new electric SUV.
Is It Hyundai Ioniq 4?
Where design is concerned, the recently teased Hyundai Ioniq 4 gets Ioniq 6 inspired headlights and a flat line below it and EV6 inspired LED tail light signature (but inverted). We can see a boxy silhouette along with thick C Pillars. In this teaser, it can seen drifting and performing stunts on snow, while being fully camouflaged.
Is It Hyundai Ioniq 4?
This electric SUV from Hyundai might be positioned on their global E-GMP skateboard, which also underpins Kia’s global EVs. Speculations suggest that Hyundai might call it Ioniq 4 and position it under Ioniq 5. It looks much more like an SUV than what Ioniq 5 did, a similar strategy seen in Kia EV5 when compared to an EV6.
Is It Hyundai Ioniq 4?
One could even say that Ioniq 4 (name not confirmed) might be Hyundai’s version of EV5. Come to think about it, Kia primarily designed EV5 for Asian markets like China. Both (Ioniq 4 and EV5) get tall SUV silhouettes with strong and muscular profiling. While they have same design ethos, Ioniq 4 and EV5 look worlds apart, which is the case with Ioniq 5 and EV6 as well.
Is It Hyundai Ioniq 4?
What to expect?
For context, Kia EV5 measures 4,615 mm in length, 1,875 mm in width, 1,715 mm in height and gets a 2,750 mm long wheelbase. The recently teased new Hyundai electric SUV might pack similar dimensions. It may be China-only at launch and perspectives of it launching in more markets will probably open up later.
Is It Hyundai Ioniq 4?
While powertrain details are not known, similar powertrain options as Kia EV5 might be a possibility. A Standard 64 kWh battery with 215 bhp electric motor, Long Range 88 kWh battery with 215 bhp electric motor and a 88 kWh battery with a dual motor 310 bhp AWD setup are likely. More