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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)

The 2020 Hyundai Venue is Realistic, Affordable and Friendly

By Armen Hareyan on April 24, 2020 - 10:20PM

Soon a large percentage of cars sold in the United States, will be bought by millennials. Thus, Hyundai, like several other manufacturers, decided to adapt its products to this clientele. The 2020 Hyundai Venue is designed for them with a lot of technology at a price that remains realistic.

2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Image by John Goreham

Hyundai Extends Warranties On Current Owners' Vehicles In Response To Pandemic

By John Goreham on April 6, 2020 - 2:45PM

If you have a Hyundai with a warranty that was about to expire, read on.

2020 Hyundai Elantra GT N Line Quick Review

By Armen Hareyan on March 24, 2020 - 11:25PM

The 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT N Line is an efficient and affordable package with a beautiful design. It's sporty, but not particularly quick and it shouldn't be anyway. Instead, this manual transmission-equipped car offers everything to please.

2021 Hyundai Elantra features wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Go Mainstream In New Hyundai Elantra

By John Goreham on March 20, 2020 - 11:19AM

The new Hyundai Elantra will be among the very first mainstream, affordable, family vehicles to offer wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Details here.

Hyundai Reveals All-New 2021 Elantra and Elantra Hybrid - How Do They Stack Up To Civic and Corolla?

By John Goreham on March 20, 2020 - 10:51AM

Hyundai has just revealed the all-new 2021Elantra and Elantra Hybrid. Here's our first impression.

2020 Hyundai Palisade vs 2020 Kia Telluride: Advantages and Similarities

By Armen Hareyan on March 17, 2020 - 11:59AM

The 2020 Hyundai Palisade is the biggest SUV in the Hyundai family, but it's also very similar to the 2020 Kia Telluride. In this story I am going to compare these two SUVs and discuss how they are similar and what advantages each of them has.

Value Leader - Hyundai Adds 3 Years Of Included Maintenance On All New Models

By John Goreham on February 3, 2020 - 12:27PM

Hyundai has just added even more value to its offering with included maintenance.

2020 Hyundai Sonata white front look and grille with headlight

Why Most People Will Like The 2020 Hyundai Sonata's Tesla-Like Feature

By Armen Hareyan on January 28, 2020 - 5:42PM

Today I showed one of my friend this beautiful 2020 Hyundai Sonata. After the ride she wanted to ask her husband to give up the Toyota Camry and buy the 2020 Sonta. She particularly liked the large screens in front of the driver, the high quality interior and the Tesla-like features, such as the Summon.

2020 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 2.0T AWD Black Color Front Grille

Comparing The 5 Trims of the 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe and Reviewing The Limited AWD

By Armen Hareyan on January 10, 2020 - 9:25PM

There are many reviews already published in the media about the 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe. But this review of the 2020 Santa FE will mainly focus on the configurations, trims and price. Torque News had a chance to test-drive the Limited 2.0T AWD trim of the 2020 Hyundai Santa FE and here is what we think about this fine vehicle.

the cause of Toyota Honda and Hyundai EV delays

Toyota, Honda, and Hyundai EV Delays and Their Fuel Cell Models

By Dean McManis on December 29, 2019 - 5:08AM

Toyota, Honda, and Hyundai all advertise that they are green automakers. But delays in showing new battery electric vehicles (BEVs) for customers to buy are raising questions about their real commitment to EVs. The main question coming up is this: are Asian automaker’s commitments to fuel cell vehicles slowing their entry into battery EVs?

Ford Moves To F150s, F250s, Escapes, Explorers As Imports Move In To New Niches

By Marc Stern on December 14, 2019 - 9:16PM

As Ford moves to marketing F150, F250, F350 pickups, and Escape, Explorer SUVs, imported auto competitors are moving into the niches left by the automaker. GM's similar announcement has makers like Hyundai ecstatic as they pickup conquest sales.

2020 Acura TLX 3.5L TLX 3.5L SH-AWD PMC vs. Genesis G70 AWD 3.3T Sport

2020 Acura TLX 3.5L SH-AWD PMC vs. Genesis G70 AWD 3.3T Sport - Which Is Your Pick?

By John Goreham on December 2, 2019 - 1:17PM

The Acura TLX and Genesis G70 are two great sports sedans. We tested the top trim of both. Which is your preference?

Two Things A Shopper Must Not Miss On a 2020 Genesis G70 Test Drive

By John Goreham on November 19, 2019 - 1:26PM

Considering a new Genesis G70? We say thumbs up. When you test drive yours, don't miss these two important features.

2020 Genesis G70 AWD 3.3T Sport Review: Beats BMW 3 Series, but Tesla Model 3 Spoils the Victory

By John Goreham on November 15, 2019 - 1:27PM

Genesis has a new sports sedan we feel bests the BMW 3 Series in every way. Does that matter in this segment anymore since the Model 3 arrived?

3 Hyundai Elantra features not available win Honda Civic.

Three Things You Can Have In a 2020 Hyundai Elantra Sedan, but Not a Honda Civic

By John Goreham on November 1, 2019 - 1:53PM

We recently tested the Hyundai Elantra and came away with three specific things that the sedan offers that you cannot get in any Honda Civic.

Why Incremental Improvements to the Hyundai Kona Electric and Other EVs Could Fall Short

By Steve Birkett on September 26, 2019 - 11:54AM

Slight improvements to 2020 models like the Hyundai Kona Electric and Chevy Bolt EV are welcome, but are they enough to compete with brand new challengers coming to the market?

How Electrify America Is Handling Kia Niro EV, Hyundai Kona Electric, and Other Charging Issues

By Steve Birkett on July 23, 2019 - 11:58PM

An update from Hyundai Kona Electric, Kia Niro EV, and Chevy Bolt EV drivers on the challenges facing the rapidly expanding Electrify America EV charging network.

This New Charging Issue Impacts Hyundai Kona Electric and Kia Niro EV Owners

By Steve Birkett on June 20, 2019 - 11:17AM

A potentially expensive anomaly more than doubles the cost of charging on Electrify America for Hyundai Kona Electric and Kia Niro EV drivers.

Hyundai Kona crossover earns Winter Vehicle Award

Hyundai Kona Earns Best In Class Crossover Win From New England Motor Press Association

By John Goreham on June 14, 2019 - 3:21PM

Hyundai's 2019 Kona ears a Winter Vehicle Award from the folks who know winter vehicles.

Hyundai Veloster, Recalled Last Week, Now Receives IIHS Top Pick Award

By Marc Stern on June 2, 2019 - 3:22PM

Hyundai's 2019 Veloster, recalled last week for door problem, has now received an Insurance Institute for HIghway Safety Top Pick award. The reason given by the insurance group was that the recall was enough to satisfy IIHS needs so the award was given.

2019 Subaru WRX, best compact sports car, Hyundai Veloster N, best hot hatch

Aging Subaru WRX Needs An Overhaul Before It’s Left Behind, Hyundai Veloster N Is On Top

By Denis Flierl on June 2, 2019 - 6:37AM

Forbes says the Hyundai Veloster N is the best compact sports car. The aging Subaru WRX falls farther behind in the sports car race.

2019 Hyundai Kona Ultimate AWD, review, specs, features

2019 Hyundai Kona Ultimate AWD Delivers A Lot For The Money

By Denis Flierl on June 1, 2019 - 4:02PM

The 2019 Hyundai Kona checks all of the boxes that shoppers want in this type of vehicle.

Hyundai Recalls 12,428 2019 Velosters To Fix Door Opening Problem

By Marc Stern on May 28, 2019 - 12:54PM

Hyundai has recalled 12,000 2019 Veloster models due to possible door latch issues. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, it is possible that a side door could pop open in a side impact, possibly ejecting the occupant.

One Image of the Hyundai Kona Explains Why Shoppers Are Flocking To Crossovers and Ditching Sedans and Wagons

By John Goreham on April 29, 2019 - 3:38PM

We recently snapped a quick picture that helps to explain why crossovers are outpacing sedans and wagons.

Three Features We Love About The 2019 Hyundai Kona Ultimate AWD- And Two Things That Are Missing

By John Goreham on April 29, 2019 - 2:55PM

We continue to fall in love with the Hyundai Kona. Here are three things we think makes it a standout in the compact crossover class, and two things we miss.

2019 Subaru WRX Vs. 2019 Hyundai Veloster N, performance specs, details,

Subaru WRX Vs. Hyundai Veloster N: Similar Specs But 2 Big Differences

By Denis Flierl on March 16, 2019 - 12:58PM

These two performance cars are more similar than you think. There are also two big differences.

Hyundai, Kia Bump Recalls By 534,000; Callbacks Now At 2.3 Million

By Marc Stern on February 28, 2019 - 11:33PM

Hyundai and Kia, South Korea's prominent automakers, today added another 534,000 vehicles to an ongoing recall. The automakers have recalled vehicles to prevent vehicle fires, without crashes. According to the Center for Auto Safety, the number of vehicles now affected by problem fires is up to 300, though no crashes or injuries have been reported.

Hyundai's EV Battery That Lasts a Lifetime

By Damien Ludwick on February 16, 2019 - 8:44AM

Hyundai provides lasting peace of mind in its electric vehicles and hybrids with an offering not provided by other EV manufacturers: a lifetime battery warranty. This warranty is provided to the original owner with some restrictions.

Safety Group Uses Statistical Analysis To Find Elevated Hyundai Kia Fire Risk

By John Goreham on January 23, 2019 - 3:18PM

HDLI has found that Hyundai and Kia vehicles have a much higher than average risk of non-crash fires.

Mass production of VW Neo and Hyundai Kona Courtesy VWG and HMG Media Hyundai Kona by Al Castro

The Mass Incursion of BEV’s Begins! Hyundai Imports “Production Hell” onto the Pacific, While VW Gets Ready for Theirs onto the Atlantic

By Al Castro on November 22, 2018 - 4:16AM

D Day Reversed! As Tesla prepares for Cheap Model 3 “Production Hell,” the competition takes a Last Stand: Hyundai is ready to unleash a manufacturing fury of a “Production Hell,” with Kona to invade America via the Pacific. While VW and Ford sign a war pact treaty to enact their diabolical anti-Tesla master plan to unleash triple flanking fury coming soon from Dearborn, Chattanooga, and from the North Atlantic shores.

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