Hyundai VIN Decoder
Hyundai VIN Decoder
Last updated July 2026 · Reviewed by the VinWhere Vehicle Data Team · Source: NHTSA vPIC
A Hyundai VIN decoder reads a 17-character Hyundai Vehicle Identification Number to identify factory data such as model year, make, model, body style, engine, drivetrain, fuel type, manufacturer, country, and assembly plant when available. The first three characters are the World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) — for example, KMH identifies hyundai built in south korea.
What a Hyundai VIN can tell you
A Hyundai VIN can reveal the model year, model, trim, engine, drivetrain, body style, fuel type, manufacturer, country, and assembly plant when available.
Hyundai VIN prefixes (WMI)
The first three characters of a Hyundai VIN identify the manufacturer, country, and vehicle type. Common Hyundai prefixes include:
| WMI prefix | Identifies |
|---|---|
| KMH, KM8 | Hyundai built in South Korea |
| 5NP | Hyundai cars built in the USA (Alabama) |
| 5NM | Hyundai SUVs built in the USA |
Reading a Hyundai VIN
Country of build
A Hyundai VIN starting with KM was built in South Korea, while 5NP or 5NM indicates the US plant in Alabama.
Position 10: model year
The 10th character encodes the Hyundai model year code.
Genesis link
Hyundai's Genesis luxury brand uses its own WMIs but follows the same VIN standard.
Sample Hyundai VIN decode
An example decode for a Hyundai VIN, showing the factory fields VinWhere returns:
- Year
- 2015
- Make
- HYUNDAI
- Model
- Sonata
- Body
- Sedan
- Engine
- 2.4L
- Drive
- —
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Built in
- UNITED STATES (USA)
Example VIN for illustration. Decode your own Hyundai VIN above for exact results.
How to read a Hyundai VIN
Every 17-character Hyundai VIN follows the same position structure. The 10th character is the model year (see the VIN year chart) and the 11th is the assembly plant.
| Position(s) | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1 | Country or region of manufacture (WMI) |
| 2 | Manufacturer (WMI) |
| 3 | Vehicle type or manufacturing division (WMI) |
| 4–8 | Vehicle attributes: model, body, engine, restraints (VDS) |
| 9 | Check digit (validates the VIN) |
| 10 | Model year |
| 11 | Assembly plant |
| 12–17 | Production sequence / serial number |
Common Hyundai models
VinWhere decodes VINs across the Hyundai lineup, including:
Hyundai build sheet by VIN
Can I get a Hyundai build sheet by VIN?
Yes. A Hyundai build sheet is the factory record of how a specific vehicle was originally built — its installed options, packages, and paint and trim codes. VinWhere reconstructs this from the VIN: it decodes the factory specification, then checks the original Hyundai window sticker (Monroney label), which lists the as-built options and original MSRP.
Start with the Hyundai window sticker lookup to see the original as-built options and MSRP for your VIN.
Where to find your Hyundai VIN
- Driver-side dashboard, through the windshield
- Driver door jamb sticker
- Vehicle registration and title
- Insurance card and policy
Data sources and limitations
Hyundai VIN decoding is based on manufacturer-reported vehicle data from the official NHTSA vPIC database, plus brand-specific window sticker providers where available. Some fields — trim, options, or window sticker — may be unavailable depending on the model year, vehicle type, and source. A VIN decode shows factory specifications only, never owner names, addresses, or private DMV records.
Hyundai VIN decoder FAQ
How do I decode a Hyundai VIN for free?+
Enter your 17-character Hyundai VIN into VinWhere's free decoder to see the model year, model, trim, engine, drivetrain, and assembly plant when available.
What does a Hyundai VIN starting with 5NP mean?+
A Hyundai VIN starting with 5NP identifies a Hyundai car built in the United States at the Montgomery, Alabama plant.
Where is the VIN on a Hyundai?+
Check the driver-side dashboard through the windshield, the driver door jamb, and the vehicle's registration, title, and insurance documents.