Hyundai Kia 2025 US Sales Hit Record 1.83M Units as Hybrids Defy EV Slump
Hyundai and Kia reached a record 1.83 million U.S. sales in 2025. While hybrid sales soared by 26%, EV demand dropped by 16%, highlighting a major shift in consumer preference.
Hybrids are in, EVs are out—for now. Hyundai Motor Group just posted its best year ever in the U.S. despite a cooling electric vehicle market. The group's combined sales climbed 7.5% in 2025, reaching a staggering 1,836,172 units.
Hyundai Kia 2025 US Sales: A Tale of Two Powertrains
According to Yonhap, Hyundai Motor Co. saw a 7.9% increase to 984,017 units, while Kia Corp. rose 7% to 852,155 units. Randy Parker, CEO of Hyundai Motor North America, highlighted that the company closed the year on a high note with its fifth straight year of record retail sales.
Hybrid Demand Offsets EV Slump
The real star of the show wasn't the pure electric lineup. Sales of gasoline-electric hybrids surged 26% to 434,725 units. In stark contrast, EV sales tumbled 16% to 103,697 units. This shift underscores a broader market trend where consumers are opting for the reliability of hybrids over the current infrastructure challenges of EVs.
Looking ahead, Sean Yoon, CEO of Kia North America, expects positive momentum to continue into 2026. The arrival of the second-generation Telluride SUV and the K4 hatchback in Q1 is expected to boost showroom traffic. Hyundai figures also include the Genesis luxury brand's performance.
Potential import tariffs and shifting EV subsidies remain key risks for foreign automakers in the U.S. market.
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