Hyundai Starts Kia Sportage Hybrid Production in Georgia
Hyundai Motor Group has launched production of the Kia Sportage Hybrid at its Georgia Metaplant to meet rising consumer demand for fuel-efficient SUVs. The facility aims to reach an annual capacity of 500,000 vehicles as the company reports a 90 percent surge in hybrid sales.
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Hyundai Motor Group launched production of the Kia Sportage Hybrid at its Georgia Metaplant on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, shifting manufacturing from South Korea to the United States. The facility targets an annual capacity of 500,000 vehicles as Hyundai hybrid sales rose 90% year-over-year. Localizing production allows Kia to compete on price while meeting rising consumer demand for larger hybrid SUVs.
