Hyundai Motor India has inaugurated its manufacturing facility in Talegaon, Pune which has flexible production lines capable of manufacturing both IC-engined and hybrid vehicles. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated the plant on October 14, 2026, in the presence of Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chairman Euisun Chung and senior company officials. The manufacturer plans to invest up to Rs. 11,000 crore at the facility.
The Hyundai Venue is manufactured exclusively at Talegaon for domestic and international markets. The company plans to expand exports of the SUV to more than 35 countries. The plant also houses an engine manufacturing facility with an annual production capacity of 1.50 lakh units. Its flexible assembly lines can accommodate multiple vehicle models and different powertrain configurations.
The Pune factory currently has an installed annual manufacturing capacity of 1.70 lakh vehicles. Hyundai intends to expand this to 3.20 lakh units by 2030 through planned investments. Meanwhile, the company’s Chennai manufacturing operations have an annual capacity of 8.24 lakh vehicles. The two facilities currently account for 9.94 lakh units of combined annual production capacity which will increase to around 11.44 lakh vehicles once the Pune expansion is completed.
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| Manufacturing Facility | Current Annual Capacity | Planned Capacity By 2030 |
|---|---|---|
| Chennai, Tamil Nadu | 8,24,000 Units | 8,24,000 Units* |
| Talegaon, Pune | 1,70,000 Units | 3,20,000 Units |
| Total | 9,94,000 Units | 11,44,000 Units |
The Talegaon facility incorporates Hyundai’s E-Forest digital manufacturing platform and technologies developed around Industry 4.0 principles. Its production infrastructure features AI-based quality inspection and automated defect detection systems. Predictive maintenance technology monitors manufacturing equipment to identify potential issues before breakdowns occur. Digital simulations and AI-driven analytics assist production planning and factory operations. The facility also features augmented reality systems for employee training.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Talegaon, Pune, Maharashtra |
| Planned Investment | Up To Rs. 11,000 Crore |
| Current Annual Vehicle Capacity | 1,70,000 Units |
| Target Annual Vehicle Capacity | 3,20,000 Units By 2030 |
| Annual Engine Manufacturing Capacity | 1,50,000 Units |
| Vehicle In Production | All-New Hyundai Venue |
| Venue Manufacturing | Exclusive To Pune |
| Planned Venue Export Destinations | More Than 35 Countries |
The Korean brand has established a network of 55 supplier partners in Maharashtra which have collectively invested nearly Rs. 4,600 crore in the state. Nearly half of the supplier sourcing network operates within a 50 km radius of the Talegaon factory. The company says its Tier 1 and Tier 2 supplier ecosystem has already generated more than 18,000 employment opportunities across Maharashtra. The regional network supplies components and manufacturing services for Hyundai’s operations.
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The manufacturer is also expanding its research activities through partnerships with seven academic institutions across India. Nearly 40 projects currently focus on battery technologies, electrification and future automotive technologies. These initiatives complement Hyundai Motor Group’s investments in research infrastructure and technical development. The Pune campus incorporates dedicated training facilities, a medical centre and employee recreation infrastructure. Its workplace design received a Red Dot Award in 2026.
The inauguration coincides with Hyundai Motor India’s completion of 30 years in the country. The manufacturer has become the first automobile company in India to achieve cumulative passenger vehicle exports of 40 lakh units – a figure accumulated since 1999. Hyundai has also recorded nearly one crore domestic passenger vehicle sales during its local operations. The Pune facility adds another manufacturing and export location to the company’s established production base in Chennai.
