Hyundai has launched its largest sales promotion of the year, the Getaway Summer Sales Event, offering significant discounts and financing deals on its electric vehicles. The campaign includes up to $10,000 (~AUD 14,427) off select models and 0% APR financing, aiming to make EVs more accessible to buyers across the US. These offers come as Hyundai seeks to maintain its momentum in a competitive and evolving electric vehicle market.
Hyundai’s Summer Sales Event: Key Offers
The 2026 Getaway Summer Sales Event features aggressive pricing and financing options on Hyundai’s most popular EVs. Buyers can access 0% APR financing for up to 72 months on select models, with retail bonus cash of up to $10,000 (~AUD 14,427) on the 2026 IONIQ 9 and up to $7,000 (~AUD 10,099) off the 2026 IONIQ 5. Additional incentives include an extra $3,000 (~AUD 4,328) off the IONIQ 9 and $1,000 (~AUD 1,443) off the IONIQ 5, plus 90 days with no payments.
Flexible leasing terms are also available. The base 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 SE Standard Range RWD can be leased for $269 per month (~433 km, or ~269 miles range), while the SE RWD with a longer EPA-estimated range of 318 miles (~512 km) is just $279 per month. For those needing more space, the three-row IONIQ 9 S RWD, with an EPA-estimated range of 335 miles (~539 km), is available for $369 per month.
Interior Space and Production
Both the IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 9 are produced at Hyundai’s Metaplant near Savannah, Georgia. The IONIQ 9 stands out for its spacious interior, offering up to 163.4 cubic feet (~4,627 liters) of passenger space—more than the Ford Explorer’s 152.9 cubic feet (~4,329 liters). The IONIQ 5, while similar in size to the Tucson, features a longer wheelbase than the three-row Palisade, maximizing interior comfort.
Historical Context and Market Performance
Hyundai sold 4.14 million vehicles globally in 2024, a 1.9% decrease year-over-year. Despite this, the brand is targeting its sixth consecutive record sales year in the US for 2026. The company has invested heavily in expanding production and its supply chain in Alabama and Georgia, enabling these new price reductions.
Hyundai reports that its electric IONIQ models are attracting new customers, with the IONIQ 5 achieving a 69.8% conquest rate last year and the IONIQ 9 reaching 64.3%. Through the first half of 2026, the IONIQ 5 has remained one of the best-selling EVs in the US outside of Tesla.
Competitor Comparison
Hyundai’s current lease offers undercut many rivals. The IONIQ 5 lease starts at $269 (or $279 for the longer-range model) per month, which is more affordable than the Tesla Model Y ($459 per month), Chevy Equinox EV ($539 per month), and Toyota bZ ($379 per month). The IONIQ 9 S RWD’s $369 monthly lease is also less than the Kia EV9 ($379 per month) and over $100 less than the Palisade Hybrid ($479 per month).
Regional Availability and Demand
These offers are available across the United States, with both the IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 9 built domestically in Georgia. Some regions are seeing especially high demand; for example, Burlington Hyundai in Vermont reported running out of EV inventory, resulting in a waitlist for buyers.
Why this matters
Hyundai’s aggressive summer sales event makes EV ownership more attainable for a wider range of buyers, especially as federal tax credits have expired for these models. The combination of deep discounts, 0% financing, and competitive lease rates positions Hyundai as a strong contender in the US EV market.
With rising interest in electric vehicles and increased competition, these offers could help Hyundai maintain sales momentum and attract new customers, even as overall global sales have softened.
What this means for buyers
For consumers considering an electric vehicle, Hyundai’s summer deals represent some of the best value currently available. Shoppers should compare these offers with those from competitors like Tesla, Chevrolet, and Toyota, and act before the event ends on August 3, 2026. Regional inventory may be limited, so early action is recommended to secure preferred models and configurations.
Related coverage from The Electric Viking
For more on Hyundai’s EV strategy and recent developments, see Hyundai IONIQ 5: 2026 Updates and Pricing and How Hyundai’s US Metaplant Is Changing the EV Game.
Key Specs
- Event Duration: Through August 3, 2026
- 0% APR Financing: Available up to 72 months on select models
- Retail Bonus Cash: Up to $10,000 (~AUD 14,427) on IONIQ 9, up to $7,000 (~AUD 10,099) on IONIQ 5
- Lease Price (IONIQ 5 SE Standard Range RWD): $269/month (24 months, $3,999 due at signing)
- Lease Price (IONIQ 5 SE RWD): $279/month
- Lease Price (IONIQ 9 S RWD): $369/month
- EPA Range (IONIQ 5 SE RWD): 318 miles (~512 km)
- EPA Range (IONIQ 9 S RWD): 335 miles (~539 km)
Source
Images sourced from: electrek.co, drive.com.au
