🚗 Hyundai Breaks U.S. Sales Record in March 2025 — Tucson, Santa Fe, and IONIQ 5 Lead the Way
Hyundai has achieved its best-ever March sales in the United States, with 87,019 vehicles sold — a 13% jump from last year. This milestone also marks the sixth consecutive month of record-breaking sales, making March 2025 Hyundai’s second-highest sales month in U.S. history.
This isn't a random win — Hyundai has been on a steady rise for years now, building its reputation with reliable, affordable, and tech-loaded vehicles across all segments: sedans, SUVs, EVs, and hybrids.
🚙 Hyundai's Top-Performing Models in March 2025
A few models stood out by posting massive year-over-year growth:
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Hyundai Tucson: +28%
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Hyundai Santa Fe: +25%
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Hyundai Elantra: +25%
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Hyundai Palisade: +20%
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Hyundai IONIQ 5: +17%
All of these models set personal monthly records in March. What's more, Hyundai's electrified vehicle sales surged:
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Hybrid vehicle sales jumped 72%
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Overall electrified sales rose 38%
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Retail sales grew 15%, reaching 79,019 units
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26% of all retail sales were electrified vehicles
📈 Hyundai's Strong Start to 2025
For the entire first quarter of 2025, Hyundai sold 203,554 units, a 10% increase compared to Q1 2024. Retail sales were also up by 9%, hitting 181,075 units.
Q1 set new records for several models including:
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Hyundai Santa Fe
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Hyundai Tucson
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Hyundai Palisade
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Hyundai IONIQ 5
Even in a time when some automakers are feeling uncertain — especially with possible U.S. tariff shifts — Hyundai remains aggressive and confident in its strategy.
💡 Why Hyundai Is Winning in the U.S.
Several factors contributed to Hyundai’s growth:
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$21 billion U.S. investment, including a new Metaplant in Georgia
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Growing focus on EVs and hybrids, aligning with market trends
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Recognition for innovation — Hyundai's INSTER was a finalist at the 2025 World Car Awards
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Multiple safety awards, boosting consumer trust
Hyundai’s success story shows how a mix of smart strategy, product quality, and local manufacturing investment can lead to consistent market gains.
Source: Hyundai