Hyundai

In this section of Torque News you can read the latest Hyundai news and news stories about Hyundai vehicles. Keith Griffin is the Hyundai/Kia news reporter at Torque News and can be followed on Twitter at IndepthAuto.

Hyundai is one of two Korean brands competing in the U.S. market. The other is its corporate sibling Kia.

Imports to the U.S. started in 1986 with one model and have expanded to over 15 models today, which include hybrids, plug-in hybrids, all-electric and fuel cell electric vehicles. Today, over half of the Hyundais sold in the U.S. are American made at the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama https://www.hmmausa.com/ facility in Montgomery, Alabama. The $1.8 billion facility can build just shy of 400,000 vehicles annually and currently produces the Hyundai Sonata and Elantra sedans and the Santa Fe SUV.

Kia, the brand’s Korean counterpart, offers a sportier lineup with its sedans. Both, though, have made great strides in offering premium materials and design at affordable prices compared to competitors.

In the past, many associated the Hyundai brand with lower build quality and cheaper prices. However, that is not the case today. Although still typically more affordable, Hyundai vehicles now have the build quality, safety, technology, and design expertise that rivals the best in the industry. Consumer Reports ranks Hyundai in the Top 5 for auto manufacturer overall reliability.

Popular models include the Elantra and Sonata (also offered in hybrid and plug-in hybrid) sedans and the Tucson and Santa Fe SUVs. An updated Santa Fe appears in the first quarter of 2021.

The Venue, Kona, and Palisade SUVs are the latest additions to the lineup. Other models include the fun-to-drive Veloster and Elantra GT, the efficient Ioniq models (hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and EV), the little Accent sedan, and the only fuel cell electric SUV on the market, the Nexo.

Below is a list of Hyundai’s models with starting prices (excludes delivery charges):

2021 Hyundai Venue – $18,750
2021 Hyundai Kona – $20,400
2021 Hyundai Tucson – $23,700
2020 Hyundai Santa Fe – $26,275
2021 model debuts first quarter 2021)
2021 Hyundai Palisade – $32,525
2021 Hyundai Accent – $15,395
2021 Hyundai Elantra – $19,650
2021 Hyundai Sonata – $23,600
2021 Hyundai Veloster – $18,900
2021 Hyundai Veloster N – $32,250
2021 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid – $23,200
2021 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid – $28,000 (est)
2021 Hyundai Ioniq Electric – $34,500
2021 Hyundai Kona Electric – $37,190
2021 Hyundai Nexo Fuel Cell – $60,000 (est)

A Gray 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 parked on a road with wind turbines and a mountainous backdrop under a partly cloudy sky.

I Monitored My Ioniq 5's 12v Battery and Discovered What Really Happens When Your Car Sits Unplugged, The Data Surprised Me

By Noah Washington on April 17, 2025 - 8:14PM

Ever wondered what happens to your Ioniq 5's 12V battery when it's left unplugged? I monitored mine over a week and discovered some surprising data.

My 2019 Hyundai Tucson Has 60K Miles, and the Dealer Says It Needs a New Engine, It Was the Biggest Financial Mistake of My Life

By Denis Flierl on April 16, 2025 - 7:27AM

Does the Hyundai Tucson have engine failure issues? Erin purchased a 2019 Hyundai Tucson and has to buy a new engine. She says it was the biggest financial mistake of her life and gives a warning to car shoppers. Here is what all car buyers need to know.

70,000 Miles In, I Pulled Out My Hyundai Kona Right Outside The Dealership And Saw Smoke Coming From The Front Passenger Fender

By Armen Hareyan on April 15, 2025 - 9:22PM

An unexpected fire under the hood of a well-loved 70,0000-mile Hyundai Kona just seconds after leaving the dealership for a different reason raises troubling questions every owner should be thinking about.

Front 3/4 Hyundai Ioniq 6, Gray, with Screenshots

My Ioniq 6's Free EA Charging Ends After 249 Sessions and $11,964 Saved, I Almost Made It To 250 Sessions

By Noah Washington on April 11, 2025 - 8:33PM

Imagine driving electric for two years and barely paying for energy. This Hyundai Ioniq 6 owner lived that reality thanks to the Hyundai Ioniq 6's free charging, and their story is electrifying.

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N: A Tesla-Slayer in the Making? It Could Be Considering How Well Received The Ionic 5 N Has Been Received

By Rob Enderle on April 11, 2025 - 8:30PM

The Hyundai Ionic 6 N, due out in July 2025, could be a game changer in the performance EV sedan market, given the popularity of the Ionic 5 N.

3,100 Miles In, I Parked My Hyundai Ioniq in My Garage for 10 Days With 78% Battery, Now It's Dead And The Dealer It Killed The 12V Battery

3,100 Miles In, I Parked My Hyundai Ioniq in My Garage for 10 Days With 78% Battery, Now It's Dead And The Dealer Says It Killed The 12V Battery

By Armen Hareyan on April 10, 2025 - 10:29AM

An unexpected discovery after just 10 days parked left this 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner with a dead car, a skeptical dealer, and a flurry of disagreement from fellow drivers. Look, your EV may be silently draining itself too.

Red Model 3 Tesla with Red X, Hyundai Ioniq 6 with Green checkmark

I'm Trading My Tesla Model 3 For A Hyundai Ioniq 6, The Harassment Isn't Worth It Anymore

By Noah Washington on April 9, 2025 - 8:59AM

This EV owner is making an emergency exit. Find out why harassment is forcing them out of their Model 3 and into the Ioniq 6.

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By Rob Enderle on April 4, 2025 - 3:46PM

Western Car makers are falling behind their Chinese counterparts at an alarming rate, and analyst consensus indicates that they will be in catastrophic failure unless they step up. Intel is uniquely positioned to help these car companies close this gap.

Hyundai Ioniq 5 being repaired at car dealership

I Poured Windshield Washer Fluid in My Ioniq 5's Coolant Tank and Learned an Expensive Lesson About EV Maintenance

By Noah Washington on April 3, 2025 - 6:55AM

My Ioniq 5's coolant system got an unwelcome addition. I poured Rain-X into my Ioniq 5's coolant tank instead of coolant. 100 miles later, I discovered the problem.

Hyundai Ioniq 6 in front of a house and charging

My 70-Year-Old Dad Just Drove His Ioniq 6 From Oklahoma to Florida (940+ Miles) in One Day, This Was His First EV Road Trip Just as Tesla Chargers Go Live

By Noah Washington on April 2, 2025 - 12:08PM

At 70, my dad just completed his first EV road trip, a 940+ mile trek from Oklahoma to Florida in his Hyundai Ioniq 6, arriving just as Tesla's Superchargers opened to non-Tesla vehicles.

Hyundai Tucson, Genesis, and Equus frontal view

No One Gets Left Behind As Hyundai Issues A Massive Recall For Over 1 Million Models, Due To ESP Issues

By Dimitar Angelov on April 1, 2025 - 8:24AM

A total of 14 Hyundai models are being recalled due to a seemingly minor issue that could, potentially, cause expensive repairs, if left unattended.

Image of Hyundai service area taken by John Goreham

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By John Goreham on March 29, 2025 - 4:37PM

President Trump’s new 25% tariff on imported automobiles and car parts will dramatically raise the cost of extended vehicle warranties. If you have been thinking of buying one, now is your time to act.

Image of 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T Stage 1 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 N by John Goreham

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By John Goreham on March 27, 2025 - 8:54AM

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By Nicholas Muhoro on March 26, 2025 - 9:00AM

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I Found an Ioniq 5 with 414,000 Miles in Just 3 Years, Hyundai Replaced the Battery for Free at 360K Miles

By Noah Washington on March 25, 2025 - 11:38PM

An Ioniq 5 in South Korea has shattered expectations for EV longevity, clocking an astonishing 414,000 miles in just over three years of service.

I Bought a 2018 Hyundai Tucson and After Driving It 2,000 Miles the Engine Died, Now the Dealer Refuses To Honor Their Warranty

By Denis Flierl on March 25, 2025 - 7:08AM

Does the Hyundai Tucson have reliability issues? Justin bought a 2018 Hyundai Tucson from a dealer, drove it 2,000 miles, and the engine died. He purchased a vehicle warranty, but the dealer refused to cover it. Here is what Hyundai owners need to know.

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By Dimitar Angelov on March 24, 2025 - 5:17AM

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2021 Hyundai Palisade and how to avoid your warranty denied by doing good maintenance

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By Armen Hareyan on March 22, 2025 - 10:10AM

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Mom Buys 2025 Hyundai to Replace Her Older Model and Now Regrets It

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By Timothy Boyer on March 21, 2025 - 9:11AM

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My 2021 Hyundai Kona’s Paint Is Peeling Off In Huge Chunks, I Went to Hyundai, But They Waited Until It’s Out of Warranty and Now They Won’t Fix It

By Denis Flierl on March 21, 2025 - 8:14AM

Do Hyundai cars have paint issues? Here is Haylee's story of her 2021 Hyundai Kona with 70,000 miles, and the paint is peeling off. She took it to four Hyundai dealers, none of which would help her. Here is what all Hyundai owners need to know.

Image of Tesla dealership in Massachusetts by John Goreham

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By John Goreham on March 19, 2025 - 10:55AM

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Gas prices of $2.75 in Q1 2025 in Concord Mass by John Goreham

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My 2021 Hyundai Palisade Needs A New Engine and Hyundai Says They Won’t Cover It Because I Was 2,000 Miles Over For an Oil Change

By Denis Flierl on March 6, 2025 - 7:17AM

What happens when a 2021 Hyundai Palisade has an engine failure and is still under the factory warranty? It's covered if you are the first owner, but what happens to a customer if they are the second owner? Here is what all Hyundai owners need to know.

Hyundai Palisade is an overall solid offering in the SUV segment, but a minor new issue has revealed itself

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By Dimitar Angelov on February 28, 2025 - 10:08AM

A few owners are starting to experience a minor but frustrating issue with their Hyundai Palisade SUV. So far, there is no proven, universal solution.

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By Dimitar Angelov on February 27, 2025 - 8:52AM

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Kia EV Owners Had Found a Way To Trick Tesla's Supercharger System By Telling It You Have a Hyundai, But Tesla Closed The Loophole

By Nicholas Muhoro on February 26, 2025 - 4:01AM

Kia EV owners reportedly found a loophole into the Tesla supercharger network. However, Tesla opted to close the loophole to the dismay of many Kia owners who found the subscription charges more friendly than EVgo and Electrify America.

I Put Side Bumpers on My Hyundai Ioniq 6 to Protect It from Careless Parkers, and Now I’m Wondering If I’ve Committed a Styling Crime

By Narek Hareyan on February 25, 2025 - 6:11PM

I added side bumpers to my Hyundai Ioniq 6, which seemed like the perfect way to protect it from careless parkers, but now I can't ignore the debate over whether it’s a genius move or a styling disaster.

2025 Models with Planned Obsolescence Designs

Disposable Cars Designed to Fail by 60,000 Miles in 2025 Says This Expert

By Timothy Boyer on February 24, 2025 - 9:21AM

It's not just Jeep, Nissan, GMC, Hyundai, and Kia that are among the most unreliable cars designed to fail by 60,000 miles; a new crop of EVs is even worse and might not be covered by their warranties.

2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 euro spec in Bathurst Black metallic

Over 2 Years Of Owning And Restoring A Used Sports Car Have Thought Me A Lot. Here's What To Look For When On The Market For A Used Performance Vehicle, And How To Protect Yourself From Lemons

By Dimitar Angelov on February 21, 2025 - 4:34AM

If you are considering a used sports car, there are a few important things you need to be aware of. I am sharing my experience with a 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.

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