Hyundai and Kia have released their April delivery schedules, drawing attention once again to the long wait times for several key models. Notably, some of the most popular hybrid SUVs continue to have extended delivery times.

According to Kia's April delivery schedule, the Sorento Hybrid will take about 7 to 8 months to deliver. In contrast, the gasoline and diesel models of the Sorento will be available in 2 to 3 months.

The waiting period for the Carnival Hybrid model is reported to be 12 months, and if customers choose the Gravity trim, it will take 18 months regardless of the powertrain. The gasoline version of the Carnival will take 4 to 5 months, while the diesel model will take 3 to 4 months, which is comparatively shorter.

The Carnival Hi-Limousine Hybrid for 7-passengers takes about 7.5 months, while the 4-passenger model takes 6 months. The 7-passenger and 9-passenger gasoline and diesel versions of the Carnival Hi-Limousine are relatively shorter at 4 to 5 weeks, and the 4-passenger model takes 2.5 months. Choosing non-preferred options adds an additional 2 months.

Kia's flagship model, the Sportage Hybrid, also shows an April delivery wait time of 3 to 4 months. The LPG version takes about 4 months, while the gasoline and diesel models take 2 to 3 months. The popular subcompact SUV, the Seltos, has a wait time of approximately 2.5 months across all trims.

In the sedan category, the wait times for the compact cars Morning and Ray are notably long. The Ray gasoline model takes 2.5 months, and if the Gravity trim is selected, it extends to 4 months. The Ray EV also has a wait time of 2.5 to 3 months, which is relatively long among electric vehicles. The Morning takes 2 months across all trims.

Hyundai's delivery schedule includes expected delivery times and potential reductions. The model with the longest wait time is the Elantra Hybrid, which is currently at 12 months, with a potential reduction to 8 months. The Elantra N has a wait time of 7 months, with a potential reduction to 6 months.

The Elantra N Line Hybrid takes about 6 months, with a potential reduction to 5 months. The Elantra N Line and 1.6 gasoline/LPi models each take 3 and 4 months, respectively.

The Sonata Hybrid also has a significant wait time of 7 months, with a potential reduction to 6 months. The Grandeur Hybrid shows a wait time of 2 months, and if expedited, it could be ready in 1.5 months. The Genesis G80 has a wait time of 2 months, which could also be reduced to 1.5 months.

Hyundai's SUV lineup also shows extended wait times for hybrids. The popular Santa Fe Hybrid requires 6 months for delivery, with a potential reduction to 4 months. The Tucson Hybrid also has a wait time of 4 months, with a potential reduction to 3 months.

The recently launched Palisade shows a wait time of 1 month for the diesel version and 3 weeks for the gasoline version. The highly sought-after Palisade Hybrid has just completed certification and will begin sequential deliveries in the second quarter.

For the Genesis brand, the 2024 GV80 2.5T has a wait time of 4 months, with a potential reduction to 1 month. The GV80 Coupe 2.5T also takes 5 months, with a potential reduction to 2 months.

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