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Hyundai Review 2026

Hyundai manufactures 2 models across solar panels. Efficiency range 21.5%–22%.

Headquartered in South Korea · Manufacturing in South Korea

Founded 1947 by Chung Ju-yung (Hyundai Group founder) · Headquartered in Seoul, South Korea

Parent company: Hyundai Heavy Industries (Hyundai Energy Solutions)

Listed: KRX:267260

90
SolarSpec Score
A
Grade A
across 2 models
How we score →

Hyundai at a glance

1.2 GW
Annual shipments
79+ yr
In business (since 1947)
Headquarters
Seoul, South Korea
Product Lines
1 category
Solar Panels
Manufacturing
South Korea · United States
Primary Market
South Korea · US · EU

Certifications: IEC 61215 · IEC 61730 · UL 1703 · CEC Listed

Warranty: 25-yr product · 25-yr performance

Key milestones

  • 1947 Hyundai Group founded by Chung Ju-yung
  • 2005 Hyundai Heavy Industries entered solar manufacturing
  • 2017 Spun off Hyundai Energy Solutions

Source: www.hyundai-solar.com/about · Last updated 2026-05-27

Hyundai Pros & Cons (data-driven)

+ Pros

  • Average panel efficiency 21.8% exceeds industry baseline 21%
  • Average product warranty 25yr exceeds industry baseline 12yr
  • Strong heat tolerance (-0.3%/°C, better than industry -0.32%/°C)
  • Low annual degradation 0.4%/yr (industry average ~0.5%/yr)

Cons

  • Distributor and installer pricing varies — direct retail rarely available
  • Some 2026 models depend on regional distributor availability

Pros and cons calculated against industry baselines: 21% panel efficiency, 12yr panel warranty, -0.32%/°C temp coeff, 90% battery RTE.

Current Hyundai Product List (2)

Solar Panels (2)

Model Wattage Efficiency Warranty Verified Score Details
HiE-S485VG 485W 22% 25/25 yr 91 (A) View →
HiE-S420VG 420W 21.5% 25/25 yr 89 (B+) View →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SolarSpec Score for Hyundai?

Hyundai earns a SolarSpec Score of 90/100 (Grade A) based on the weighted average of all 2 models in their 2026 lineup. The score combines efficiency, warranty, temperature coefficient, and verification status. See our /methodology/ page for the full formula.

How many solar products does Hyundai offer in 2026?

Hyundai offers 2 products in their 2026 lineup: 2 solar panels.

What is the most efficient Hyundai solar panel?

The most efficient Hyundai solar panel is the HiE-S485VG at 22% efficiency with 485W output. Hyundai panels range from 21.5% to 22% efficiency across 2 models.

What warranty does Hyundai offer on solar panels?

Hyundai offers up to 25-year product warranty and up to 25-year performance warranty. Average annual degradation across the lineup is 0.4%.

Where are Hyundai solar panels manufactured?

Hyundai solar panels are manufactured in South Korea.

How we score brands

Every Hyundai model in our catalog is scored 0-100 using a transparent formula: efficiency (25 pts), product warranty (20 pts), performance warranty bonus (3 pts), temperature coefficient (12 pts), and datasheet verification (5 pts), on a 50-point baseline. The brand-level score is the simple average across all 2 models.

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