Hyundai Motor Group has introduced its next-generation hybrid powertrain system, representing a major step forward in fuel efficiency, performance, and driving refinement. Unveiled during the Group’s Next-Gen Hybrid System Tech Day, the new system features a groundbreaking dual-motor transmission design and will power a new wave of hybrid vehicles across the Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis brands.
Leveraging decades of electrification experience—including insights from its award-winning E-GMP electric vehicle platform—the Group aims to deliver a best-in-class hybrid driving experience while supporting its broader electrification and carbon reduction goals.“We have developed an innovative new hybrid system that integrates our long-accumulated engine, transmission and hybrid system development experience with the electrification technology applied to our world-class electric vehicles,” said Dong Hee Han, Executive Vice President and Head of Electrified Propulsion Test Center, Hyundai Motor Group. “We will continue to develop innovative technologies that actively utilize electrification capabilities during the transition to EVs, providing customers with eco-friendly vehicles that offer superior performance.”
Dual-Motor Innovation for a Refined Drive
At the heart of the new system is a reengineered transmission featuring two integrated electric motors. The P1 motormanages vehicle start-up, energy regeneration, and battery charging, while the P2 motor provides primary propulsion and regenerative braking. Together, they offer smoother gear shifts, quieter operation, and enhanced fuel economy.
This architecture allows for flexible pairing with various internal combustion engines, offering system outputs from low-100 PS to mid-300 PS, making it suitable for everything from subcompacts to full-size SUVs and luxury vehicles.
Enhanced Engine Technology Boosts Efficiency
The first powertrain to use the new hybrid system is a newly developed 2.5-liter turbocharged gasoline hybrid. By shifting key start and generation functions to the P1 motor and applying advanced thermal management, compression, and injection strategies—including an over-expansion cycle—the engine achieves significantly improved combustion efficiency.
Key technical highlights include:
- Maximum system output: 334 PS
- Maximum torque: 460 Nm
- Fuel economy: 14.1 km/l (Palisade Hybrid)
- Efficiency gains: +45% fuel efficiency, +19% power, +9% torque over the standard 2.5L turbo engine
The system is also available with a 1.6-liter turbo hybrid, which delivers over 4% greater fuel economy and improved torque output, enhancing acceleration response in mid-size SUVs.
Smarter Shifting and Greater Comfort
Hyundai’s Active Shift Control (ASC) logic has been further optimized by integrating the P1 motor into the transmission. This improves gear change precision and reduces transition time between EV and hybrid modes. The P1 motor also plays a role in suppressing engine vibration and noise during idling or battery charging, resulting in a more refined cabin experience.
Expanding Hybrid Offerings Across Brands
Mass production of the new hybrid powertrain has begun, debuting in the all-new Palisade Hybrid. Hyundai Motor Group plans to expand the hybrid lineup from three to five models, applying the system across a wide vehicle range. A rear-wheel-drive 2.5 turbo hybrid variant is set to launch in 2026, with gradual integration into Genesis modelsplanned for future rollouts.
Tailored for various vehicle types and regional markets, this new powertrain architecture underscores the Group’s strategy to make hybrid technology more adaptable and accessible—while delivering industry-leading performance and sustainability.
