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2021 Hyundai Santa Fe receives TOP SAFETY PICK PLUS award by the IIHS

Hyundai’s 2022 Santa Fe model has been awarded a TOP SAFETY PICK PLUS by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The model has been recognized for passing all six IIHS crashworthiness exams with excellent grades and this achievement makes Santa Fe the 15^th Hyundai machine to earn the prestigious award.

Safety is paramount at Hyundai, as evidenced by every vehicle in our SUV lineup earning an IIHS Top Safety or Top Safety Pick+ designation, said Brian Latouf, chief safety officer, Hyundai Motor North America, Through R&D and HMMA collaborative hard work we were able to improve the Santa Fe’s LED-headlamp performance to meet the stringent testing demands by IIHS. We are extremely proud of the 2022 Santa Fe’s recent TOP SAFETY PICK+ rating and continuing Hyundai’s industry leadership in IIHS awards.

To qualify for IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+, a vehicle must earn good ratings in all six IIHS crash-worthiness evaluations, including the driver-side small overlap front, passenger-side small overlap front, moderate overlap front, side roof strength, and head restraint tests. Also, vehicles must be available with a front crash prevention system that earns advanced or superior ratings in both the vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-pedestrian evaluations and good or acceptable headlights must be standard across all trim levels.

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The 2022 Santa Fe models built after July 2021 come exclusively with good or acceptable headlights, said Joe Young, public affairs, IIHS, The Santa Fe also comes with a standard front crash prevention system that earns superior ratings in both the vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-pedestrian evaluations.

September 2, 2021
Hyundai shares sales report for September

Hyundai Motor America shares a 2 percent decrease compared to last year’s results. Hyundai’s monthly sales markings were significantly better than industry predictions that predicted a 25% decline in September. Hyundai also set new September total sales records for Palisade, Ioniq HEV, Kona EV and Nexo.

Hyundai dealerships continue to do an outstanding job of working with customers during this challenging inventory environment, resulting in market share gains for the brand, said Randy Parker, senior vice president, National Sales, Hyundai Motor America, On the year, we’ve gained the second most market share in the industry and we expect that trend to continue for September and Q3.

September Retail Highlights
Hyundai sold 49,439 retail units in September, a decline of 5 percent. Hyundai eco-friendly vehicle retail sales continued to grow substantially, increasing 348 percent on the month. New retail September sales records were established for Palisade, Ioniq PHEV, Kona EV, and Nexo.

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Q3 Highlights
In the third quarter, Hyundai sold 178,500 total (+4%) and 162,616 retail (+1%) units. Total sales gains were achieved across the lineup during the quarter, including Accent (+18%), Elantra (+20%), Ioniq (+17%), Nexo (+139%), Sonata (+15%) and Venue (+52%).

September 1, 2021
Four Hyundai models receive places in the prestigious Best New Cars for Teens list
The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe, Kona, Ioniq Hybrid, and Elantra Hybrid have all earned spots in the US News & World Report’s 2021 “Best New Cars for Teens”. The brand managed to stand out from the crowd with its advanced safety features, Bluelink connectivity, and all the driver assistance technologies.

The awards were given as follows:
- Best Car for Teens $20K to $25K – 2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid
- Best SUV for Teens $20K to $25K – 2021 Hyundai Kona
- Best Car for Teens $25K to $30K – 2021 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid
- Best SUV for Teens $35K to $40K – 2021 Santa Fe Hybrid
All vehicles in the prestigious list are available with forward collision warning and forward automatic emergency braking, and lane departure warning, and lane-keep assist.

At Hyundai, we pride ourselves on providing our customers with great vehicles and these Hyundai models do just that with advanced safety technologies as well as Bluelink, which features technologies that allow parents to monitor their new drivers, says Brian Latouf, chief safety officer, Hyundai Motor North America, Hyundai Motor America, We are happy to have secured so many spots on this list by the reputable U.S. News & World Report by delivering the best combination of reliability, crash protection, and accident avoidance features.

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To be a part of the Best New Cars for Teens, a vehicle has to have the best combination of predicted reliability ratings, crash test scores, available advanced driver assistance features and top critics’ recommendations in the U.S. News Best Cars rankings in its category.
August 18, 2021
2022 Hyundai Tucson receives TOP SAFETY PICK PLUS by the IIHS

Hyundai’s best-selling SUV, the 2022 Tucson, won the 2021 TOP SAFETY PICK PLUS award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The Tucson was recognized for its overall excellent crashworthiness, LED headlights and standard SmartSense suite crash prevention features. 2022 Tucson joins the 2021 Palisade and NEXO, which also have earned TSPP. In fact, the Hyundai brand have managed to collect a total of 14 TSP and TSPP awards.

Hyundai’s commitment to ‘safety first is our highest priority, said Brian Latouf, chief safety officer, Hyundai Motor North America. We are extremely proud of the 2022 Tucson’s recent TOP SAFETY PICK+ rating and continuing Hyundai’s industry leadership in IIHS awards. Our commitment to safety is paramount.

In order to qualify for the recognition, a vehicle must earn at least earn good ratings in all six IIHS crash-worthiness evaluations, including the driver-side small overlap front, passenger-side small overlap front, moderate overlap front, side roof strength, and head restraint tests. Also, vehicles must be available with a front crash prevention system that earns advanced or superior ratings in both the vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-pedestrian evaluations and good or acceptable headlights must be standard across all trim levels, regardless of trim level.

The Tucson is available with two different front crash prevention systems, one standard and one optional, said Joe Young, public affairs, IIHS. Both systems earned superior ratings in the vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-pedestrian evaluations.

August 10, 2021
Check out the specs of the new Hyundai KONA N lineup!

Hyundai Motor UK announces details for the new KONA N lineup, the brand’s first performance SUV in the N lineup. With tons of motorsport-inspired changes, the vehicle comes with a great variety of options and customization. Also, there are numerous advanced technologies that are now standard on all trim levels.

All Kona N models are geared with a 2.0-liter turbocharged GDI power unit and with an 8-speed dual-clutch N DCT gearbox. This gearbox offers some upgrades over the standard version and allows for three distinctive driving technologies, each designed to deliver maximum control in different situations and the pleasure of driving.

Further enhancements include the N PowerShift technology, which engages when the vehicle accelerates with more than 90 percent of throttle and mitigates the power output during upshifts to ensure maximum power to the wheels. When NPS is used with the Launch Control Function, the new KONA N can accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 5.5 seconds.

Another notable technology is the N Grin Shift, which maximizes engine and DCT performance for up to 20 seconds, directly shifting down to the most efficient gear and delivers maximum performance with a single press of the NGS button. After the boost has ended, the driver must wait for 40 seconds before using it again.

New KONA N is also geared with an Electronic Controlled Suspension, which optimizes the vehicle’s response on different road surfaces. This function can be bypassed to allow experienced drivers to use the full array of vehicle capabilities without any automatic restrictions.

Exterior design

New KONA comes with numerous changes for body styling. First, the vehicle demonstrates a new front face with large air openings and neat front splitters that have been increased in size by 10mm.

The rear demonstrates a double-wing roof spoiler and a notable triangular third brake light. There’s also a new large diffuser that enhances the airflow and a neat red accent line, along with two large exhaust mufflers.

Interior design

KONA’s cabin features blue accents and N-specific seats, a steering wheel, a shift knob, and metal pedals. It is also equipped with a 10-inch infotainment system and a digital cluster unit with an exclusive racing heads-up display.

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Other technologies include wireless device charging, parking sensors and reversing camera, smart key, adaptive cruise control, and a KRELL 8-speaker premium audio system. New KONA N is equipped with a full array of advanced driver assistance system features – Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist, Driver Attention Warning, High Beam Assist, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Alert, Safe Exit Warning, and Smart Cruise Control (SCC).

July 16, 2021
Hyundai announces new details for the upcoming Santa Cruz SAV
Hyundai announces details for the new Santa Cruz Sport-Adventure Vehicle. It breaks new ground within the SUV, Truck, and Crossover segments by offering some neat features, along with an agile drivetrain system. Santa Crus comes with a bold and sophisticated design and a wide choice of engine components. The fine-tuned AWD system contributes to a rewarding driving experience both on and off the road.

The extended list of standard equipment includes:
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- LED taillamps and cargo area lighting
- Integrated rear bumper side steps
- Rear privacy glass
- Body-colored side mirrors
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto®
- Molded composite bed (vs. steel bed)
- Lockable underfloor bed storage
- Power-locking tailgate
- Remote open tailgate via fob
- Rear 60:40 flip-up lower cushions (vs. one-piece)
- Rear occupant alert
- Driver attention warning
- Lane-keeping/lane following assist
- Intelligent speed limit warning
- Leading vehicle departure alert
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Developed to become the ultimate Sports Adventure Vehicle, Santa Cruz has created to be useful in any outdoor activity, but yet be a perfect partner in an urban setting.
July 13, 2021
Hyundai IONIQ 5 wins numerous awards at the Auto Express New Car Awards event

Hyundai Motor UK has dominated the 2021 Auto Express New Car Awards and won six awards, including the Car of the Year Award for the all-electric IONIQ 5. The vehicle was also named best Mid-Size Company Car and Best Premium Electric Car by Auto Express. It also took home the prestigious Design trophy.

The futuristic IONIQ 5 is based on Hyundai’s advanced Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), which delivers fast charging, increased range and improved handling. Also, new IONIQ 5 comes with a refined interior crafted with sustainable materials and ample space.

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In terms of drivetrain system, the vehicle can be specified with a range of electric engines and two- and four-wheel drive configurations. The batteries can be recharged from 10% to 80% in about 20 minutes and aid for a rather agile performance – IONIQ 5 can sprint from 0 to 100km/h in 5.2 seconds and cover a distance of 298 miles with a single charge. As it comes to the choice of engines, Hyundai offers a Hybrid, Plug-In and Petrol with Mild Hybrid function units.

July 8, 2021
Hyundai reveals the first images of the upcoming Elantra N sports vehicle

Hyundai Motor Company revealed the first images of the new Elantra N, the latest addition to the brand’s high-performance N range. This is Hyundai’s sixth N brand model, following the unveiling of the Kona N back in April this year.

Elantra N is the high-performance variant of the 2020 Elantra and is characterized by a “Parametric Dynamics” design theme which impacts the looks and contributes to this neat and aggressive stance. Also, designers have included some elegant curves alongside the straight lines that further contribute to the vehicle’s menacing appearance.

Elantra N is a high-performance sedan that reveals the sportier side of our exceptional all-new Elantra through exciting N brand enhancements, said Till Wartenberg, Vice President of N brand Management & Motorsport sub-division at Hyundai Motor Company. We designed it to be a race-proven sportscar with dynamic driving capabilities and style that performance enthusiasts love. I can’t wait to unveil Elantra N, an outstanding addition to the N brand lineup that offers pulse-pounding performance. Stay tuned for the digital world premiere.

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Elantra’s racecar spirit can be seen in the bright red N-side sills, the distinctive N-exclusive rear spoiler and the bold black trim beneath the vehicle’s rear bumper, and the dual single exhaust that altogether contribute to some neat performance rates and elegant aesthetics.

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June 23, 2021
Hyundai announces more details for the rally-inspired i20 N

Hyundai Motor has announced details and specs for the all-new and World-Rally Championship-inspired i20 N model lineup.

The model is based on the successful i20 lineup and takes inspiration from the i20 Coupe WRC vehicle. It blends an elegant and yet aggressive design, refined drivetrain system, and tons of advanced safety systems.

Drivetrain system

The vehicle is capable of producing a total of 204hp and 275Nm of torque via a 1.6-liter T-GDi turbocharged flat power four-cylinder power unit. Hyundai’s engineers have managed to utilize the performance-focused engine for any everyday driving situation. An additional feature that contributes to i20 N’s smooth performance is the optimal power-to-weight ratio – curb weight ranges from 1190kg to 1330kg depending on specification.

Additional tech aspects include the N Corner Carving Differential, a mechanical limited-slip differential that regulates the gearbox of the engine’s output to the front wheels and ensures optimum grip and traction in any road situation.

There’s also a launch control system that ensures maximum-power acceleration start to every run and seamless synchronization between the engine and output shaft for smoother gear changes. Also, the vehicle provides five driving modes, Normal, Eco, Sport, N, and N Custom, which are offered by Hyundai’s N Grin Control System.

Exterior design

At the front, the new i20 N showcases an aggressive face with elegant LED headlamps and a full-width radiator grille, a neat N logo, and a distinctive front lip spoiler. At the rear, the sporty spirit is enhanced by the matte finish 18-inch alloy wheels and red brake calipers with N logos on the vehicle’s profile.

The i20 N can be specified in Polar White, Dragon Red, Phantom Black, and Intense Blue pearl effect paint finishes and Sleek Silver and Brass metallic paint finishes.

Interior design

i20 N comes with a spacious and motorsport-inspired cabin. There are exclusive N sport seats in fabric and leather with decorative stitching in Performance Blue. In fact, such accents can be seen on the door armrest panels, the aluminum panel on the rear knob, and stitching on the gear lever gaiter.

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In terms of interior technology, every model in the lineup is equipped with state-of-the-art infotainment technology with a 10.25-inch Centre Console Display, Touchscreen Navigation, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity, Bluetooth Connectivity with Voice Recognition, and a 5-year subscription to Hyundai’s Bluelink Connectivity service, wireless charging pad, along with a USB connection for both front and rear seat occupants. An advanced digital DAB radio is a standard feature, while a BOSE Premium Sound Package can be geared optionally.

Safety technologies

The all-new i20 N is equipped with Hyundai SmartSense Advanced Drivers Assistance System and includes features like Autonomous Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Assist with Pedestrian Monitoring & Cycle Detection, eCall (Emergency Call Button), Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, and Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).

June 18, 2021
Hyundai TUCSON wins ‘Car of the Year’ award by DieselCar & EcoCar Magazine

Hyundai Motor UK announces that the new TUCSON SUV was named “Car of the Year 2021” by DieselCar & EcoCar Magazine.

The vehicle offers customers a choice of three engine systems, Hybrid, Plug-In Hybrid, and Petrol. The jury was impressed with the vehicle’s agile performance rates as well as its styling and safety features. TUCSON SUV comes with some of the best in the class safety systems – Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) Car, Pedestrian and Cycle and Multi Collision Braking (MCA) as standard.

The Hyundai TUCSON ushers in a new design language, taking it from ‘handsome’ to ‘trend-setting.’ Its interior is a big step up, with great materials, a mature design and an excellent infotainment system with an attractive instrument display. The hybrid model serves up plentiful performance and a near-50mpg economy. We found the TUCSON refined and capable, with excellent handling and plenty of traction. All in all, we not only think the TUCSON perfectly fits the bill for buyers, but it also goes above and beyond the segment expectations, making it a very worthy winner, says DieselCar & EcoCar Magazine editor Ian Robertson.

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In addition to TUCSON’s prestigious award, Hyundai KONA also scored success with its placement at DieselCar & EcoCar Magazine Car “top 50” list. The agile KONA SUV is geared with a sustainable drivetrain system with a choice of Electric, Hybrid, and Petrol with Mild Hybrid powertrains, as well as some cutting-edge connectivity technologies with next-generation Heads-Up Display, Touch Screen functionality, wireless charging, and a large 10.25-inch digital cluster.

June 14, 2021
Hyundai TUCSON wins ‘Car of the Year’ by DieselCar & EcoCar Magazine

Hyundai Motor UK announces that the new TUCSON SUV was named “Car of the Year 2021” by DieseCar&EcoCar Magazine. Also, the Hyundai KONA SUV was also highly evaluated at the event.

The vehicle offers customers a wide choice of engines, Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid choices, elegant styling with neat aggressive details, and, of course, excellent performance rates without sacrificing efficiency and economy. Furthermore, every TUCSON is geared with advanced safety features such as Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist system, Pedestrian and Cycle Multi Collision Braking, and numerous more.

As it comes to the KONA, the vehicle features some of the world’s most advanced and sustainable mobility-focused lineup of electric, hybrid, and petrol systems. The lineup also offers some cutting-edge connectivity technologies and an advanced digital experience with touchscreen functionality, wireless charging, large infotainment screens, and much more.

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Commenting on the TUCSON’s impressive trio of accolades – ‘Number 1,’ ‘Car of the Year 2021,’ and ‘Best Medium SUV’ – DieselCar & EcoCar Magazine editor Ian Robertson said: The Hyundai TUCSON ushers in a new design language, taking it from ‘handsome’ to ‘trend-setting.’ Its interior is a big step up, with great materials, a mature design and an excellent infotainment system with an attractive instrument display. The hybrid model serves up plentiful performance and near-50mpg economy. We found the TUCSON refined and capable, with excellent handling and plenty of traction. All in all, we not only think the TUCSON perfectly fits the bill for buyers, but it also goes above and beyond the segment expectations, making it a very worthy winner.

June 11, 2021
Hyundai vehicles take several awards at the Good Housekeeping’s Best New Family Cars event

Four Hyundai vehicles were featured at this year’s Good Housekeeping’s Best New Family Cars for 2021. The brand is recognized for the new Kona as Best Compact SUV, Accent as Best Subcompact sedan, Sonata as Best Midsize sedan and new Sonata Hybrid was recognized as Best Hybrid sedan.

The experts from the Good Housekeeping Institute joined forces with Car and Driver in order to honor the best machines and options for every type of modern family. There were hundreds of vehicles attending the competition, but only a tight list of finalists was considered for winners.

Having such a strong Hyundai product presence in this year’s Good Housekeeping Institute’s joint product assessment with Car and Driver is an honor we accept proudly, said Ricky Lao, director, Product Planning, Hyundai Motor North America. We are grateful for the recognition as it reinforces our commitment to provide appealing, desirable, and practical products that meet consumer preferences.

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As it seems, Hyundaiteam continues to impress both brand skeptics and enthusiasts with its rich lineup of modern cars, SUVs, and all kinds of advanced technologies. Hyundai vehicles are sold and serviced via more than 820 dealerships in the US and more than half of these are built at the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama.

June 10, 2021