London, UK – 15 October 2025
Solidify in Global Top 30 Spot in 2025 Interbrand Rankings
Hyundai Achieves Record-Breaking $24.6 Billion Valuation in 2025 Interbrand Rankings In a stunning display of global business momentum, the Hyundai Motor Company has announced a record-breaking brand valuation of $24.6 billion, successfully cementing its position in the top-tier of the world’s corporate giants. The milestone was confirmed today with the release of the prestigious 2025 Interbrand Best Global Brands Rankings, placing Hyundai at 30th overall globally. This achievement represents a significant, long-term strategic success, marking an unprecedented 16 consecutive years of brand value growth since 2010 and an impressive 72 per cent increase in brand value over the last five years. The $24.6 billion valuation is a clear indicator of the South Korean automotive powerhouse’s successful transition into a mobility solutions provider focused on electrification, innovation, and global expansion.
A Decade and a Half of Consistent Growth
The remarkable trajectory of Hyundai’s brand value, as measured by global brand consulting firm Interbrand, speaks to a powerful and sustained corporate strategy. The continuous growth since 2010 is not a mere coincidence but the result of aggressive investment in future mobility and an elevated brand perception worldwide. With the $24.6 billion valuation, Hyundai has solidified its presence in the Global Top 30 for the second consecutive year, underscoring its resilience and adaptability in a rapidly changing automotive landscape.
The overall growth rate for this year stands at approximately 7 per cent year-on-year, which is particularly commendable given the volatile global economic environment and fierce competition within the mobility sector. According to Interbrand officials, a major driver of this phenomenal success has been Hyundai’s nuanced market strategy: “Hyundai Motor has continuously launched hybrid models along with expanding its electric vehicle (EV) lineup to present the cars customers need, and has broadened relationships with global consumers through region-specific marketing, noting that the brand has been steadily expanding its influence in emerging markets as well as the U.S. and Europe.”
Strategic Pillars of the Record Valuation
Hyundai’s ascension is anchored by several interconnected strategic pillars that have collectively boosted its global appeal and financial health:
Electrification and Future Mobility:
The significant investment in the IONIQ brand family and the development of next-generation electric and hydrogen-powered vehicles has positioned Hyundai as a leader in the sustainable mobility transition. The company’s commitment to releasing a comprehensive EV lineup, including the announced IONIQ 9 and plans for more than 18 hybrid models by 2030, shows a clear path for future value creation.
Manufacturing and Capacity Expansion:
Record-breaking operational achievements, such as reaching a milestone of 100 million cumulative vehicle production in 2024, have demonstrated formidable production power. This, coupled with the completion and ramp-up of major facilities like the Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA), an EV-only plant in Georgia, U.S., has expanded global production capabilities and reinforced its commitment to core sales regions.
Global Business Momentum:
In 2024, Hyundai recorded its highest-ever revenue. A landmark Initial Public Offering (IPO) in India further accelerated the company’s global business momentum, particularly in high-growth emerging markets.
Brand Differentiation:
Through design advancements and the success of its high-performance N brand, Hyundai has cultivated a stronger, more emotional connection with consumers, moving beyond its traditional image to one of innovation and aspirational quality.
Automotive Sector Performance in the 2025 Rankings
Hyundai’s performance is a bright spot within the broader automotive sector, which has seen mixed results in the 2025 Interbrand rankings. While established brands like Toyota (ranked 6th globally) and Mercedes-Benz (ranked 8th globally) continue to lead the pack, the market is facing significant disruption. Notably, this year’s rankings highlight the growing influence of Asian manufacturers and new entrants.
Hyundai’s ranking of 30th places it well ahead of several other major global automotive players, including its sister brand Kia, which also secured a place in the Top 100 at 89th overall. Meanwhile, the sector is experiencing significant churn, with Chinese EV makers like BYD (90th) breaking into the Top 100 for the first time, signaling a fundamental shift in the industry’s pecking order driven by electrification and regional market strength.
The brand’s continued push towards becoming a holistic ‘Smart Mobility Solution Provider’ is validated by its sustained brand value growth. The recently announced Bold 2030 Vision and Product Roadmap, which includes ambitious targets for global vehicle sales and a comprehensive strategy for electrified vehicles, suggests that Hyundai is far from slowing down. The roadmap details plans to reach 5.55 million global vehicle sales by 2030, with electrified vehicles accounting for 3.3 million units.
The company’s dedication to sustainability, evidenced by its ESG management initiatives and the release of its 2025 Sustainability Report, also plays a crucial role in improving its brand perception, especially among younger, environmentally-conscious consumers in developed markets across Europe and North America. This holistic approach, fusing business performance with brand strategy and technological leadership, is the formula that has delivered the record-breaking $24.6 billion valuation. For the UK-based CJ Global, the success of major global corporations like Hyundai provides a compelling narrative of how adaptability and innovation are reshaping world business hierarchies.
Headline Points
1- Record Valuation Achieved:
Hyundai Motor Company’s brand value surged to a record $24.6 billion in the 2025 Interbrand Best Global Brands Rankings.
2- Global Top 30 Confirmed:
The company secured the 30th overall global ranking for the second consecutive year, solidifying its elite status.
3- 16 Years of Growth:
The 2025 ranking marks an unprecedented 16 consecutive years of brand value growth for Hyundai since 2010.
4- 72% Five-Year Spike:
Brand value has seen a phenomenal 72 per cent increase over the past five years, driven by its electrification and mobility strategy.
5- EV Strategy Key Driver:
Success is primarily attributed to the expansion of its IONIQ EV lineup, the introduction of hybrid models, and strong region-specific marketing efforts.
6- Manufacturing Expansion:
Milestones like the 100 million cumulative vehicle production and the ramp-up of the EV-only HMGMA plant in the US underpin the robust valuation.
7- World Business Landscape Shift:
Hyundai’s success is set against a backdrop of competitive disruption in the automotive sector, with new players like BYD and Xiaomi entering the Top 100.
