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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)

Hyundai Puts the Genesis Touch on a Surprising Vehicle

By Keith Griffin on March 22, 2014 - 4:33PM

There have been images of a new Hyundai caught testing in South Korea with looks inspired by the 2015 Genesis – and it needs to come to the U.S. for the automaker to be considered a full line brand along the line of Mercedes-Benz.

Hyundai Developing Great Alternative Engine

By Keith Griffin on March 22, 2014 - 7:42AM

Hyundai, along with Delphi, is designing a gasoline engine without spark plugs that could deliver fuel economy similar to a diesel engine without the burdensome extra fuel taxes.

Hyundai's Domestic Woes Should Help Genesis, Sonata in US Market

By Keith Griffin on March 21, 2014 - 12:55PM

Hyundai is facing pressures in its home market of Korea that should help make models like the Genesis and Sonata stronger in the U.S. The automaker is facing legislative pressure to make product more environmentally friendly or face stiff levies.

Hyundai Santa Fe winter vehicle of the year

Does Winning Winter Accolades Help Santa Fe, Sorrento?

By Keith Griffin on March 21, 2014 - 8:01AM

The New England Motor Press Association, where I am an active member and immediate past president, has bestowed two major awards on Hyundai and Kia. The two brands need to exploit the accolades for Santa Fe and Kia Sorento.

Three Features Not To Miss on the 2015 Hyundai Genesis

By Keith Griffin on March 18, 2014 - 9:18AM

Hyundai has a blog on its media website called "Hyundai Like Sunday," which is promotes with the tagline: Truth, Candor & Conversation. In its latest installment, the automaker points out three great features in the upcoming 2015 Hyundai Genesis.

Hyundai Once Again Caught Misstating Fuel Economy Numbers

By Keith Griffin on March 17, 2014 - 3:31PM

Mileage claims continue to haunt Hyundai with a model not even introduced yet coming under fire in Korea for inflated fuel economy numbers.

Why Isn't the 2014 Hyundai Sonata More Fuel Efficient?

By Keith Griffin on March 16, 2014 - 8:17PM

It's a question that must be on a lot of folks' mind: if the 2014 Hyundai Sonata gets an improved powertrain for 2014, why isn't it more fuel efficient? The answer may surprise you.

Hyundai Genesis one of worst selling new cars

Hyundai Genesis One of Worst Selling Cars in US – Buy It Now

By Keith Griffin on March 16, 2014 - 7:49PM

One of the 10 worst selling new cars in the business is the Hyundai Genesis and that represents a great opportunity for a savvy buyer.

Three Things You Didn't Know About Hyundai

By Keith Griffin on March 15, 2014 - 8:36AM

An interview with Frank Ferrara, executive vice president of customer satisfaction for Hyundai, reveals three things you didn't know about Hyundai and they may not all be good for the brand.

Hyundai Accent Polar Bear Pizza Delivery

Would You Buy a Hyundai Accent for Cold Weather Pizza Delivery?

By Keith Griffin on March 13, 2014 - 5:39PM

What do these three things have in common: Hyundai, polar bears and pizza? They all interact regularly in Barrow, Alaska where a resilient pizzeria owner uses a Hyundai Accent as his cold weather delivery vehicle.

Comparing the 2015 Hyundai Sonata to the 2015 Genesis

By Keith Griffin on March 13, 2014 - 12:28PM

With more images leaking out of Korea, it appears the 2015 Hyundai Sonata is going to be more of a mini-me 2015 Hyundai Genesis, which can only be a good thing.

Is 2016 Too Late for Hyundai Electric Vehicle?

By Keith Griffin on March 11, 2014 - 8:11AM

Hyundai, confirming what was strongly hinted at during the Los Angeles Auto Show, will launch a battery-powered electric vehicle in 2016. But will that be too late for Hyundai to get into the world of electric vehicles?

Three Things the 2015 Hyundai Sonata Needs

By Keith Griffin on March 9, 2014 - 8:42PM

A report by Bloomberg News highlights what three things the 2015 Hyundai Sonata is going to need to succeed. But don't take our word for it. Read what one leading industry analyst has to say.

2014 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid gets upgrades

Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Upgrades – Are They Enough?

By Keith Griffin on March 9, 2014 - 10:31AM

The Hyundai Sonata is in a weird place for a couple reasons: the 2015 model is going to be introduced at the New York Auto Show and the formerly white-hot sedan has been in an extended cool-down period. Will announcing upgrades to the 2014 Sonata Hybrid make a difference?

Dazzling Interior Could Save 2015 Sonata

By Keith Griffin on March 5, 2014 - 1:05PM

Hyundai has released a sketch of what the interior of the 2015 Hyundai Sonata is going to look like in advance of the sedan's reveal later this month in its home market of South Korea and its U.S. debut in April on the eve of the New York Auto Show. The company needed to come up with something dazzling to resuscitate the gasping Sonata.

Is the Intrado a Hyundai Genesis SUV?

By Keith Griffin on March 5, 2014 - 6:49AM

That stunning new Hyundai Intrado garnering lots of attention at the Geneva Auto Show could actually be the basis for a Hyundai Genesis crossover according to one interview out of Australia with a top Hyundai Europe executive.

Rendering of New Hyundai Sonata Released

By Keith Griffin on March 4, 2014 - 10:08AM

A rendering of the 2015 Hyundai Sonata has been released from South Korea where a private showing was held just a few hours ago. From what can be seen, Hyundai has done a stunning redesign.

Hyundai Sales Hurt by Genesis, Sonata Drop

By Keith Griffin on March 3, 2014 - 3:29PM

Hyundai says it's the cold weather that hurt sales in February but if truth be told (i.e. the numbers studied a little more in-depth), the problems with sales dropping comes down to two models: the Genesis and the Sonata.

Hyundai, Quaker State Pair up with Two Strong Warranties, One Weak One

By Keith Griffin on March 2, 2014 - 9:32AM

Quaker State and Hyundai have teamed up to provide an exclusive oil change deal that could be good for you as an owner because of two strong warranties. Just make sure you read the fine print on the deal and don't plan on redeeming the 300,000 mile warranty.

Will Mimicking the Genesis Help the Hyundai Sonata?

By Keith Griffin on February 28, 2014 - 3:02PM

The 2015 Hyundai Sonata is going to be introduced at the New York Auto Show but earlier pictures reveal it's going to be inspired by the 2015 Hyundai Genesis and 2014 Hyundai Equus. Will that be enough to ensure that it's a success?

2015 Hyundai Genesis European introduction

Hyundai Will Limit Sales of Genesis in Europe (Unless It Sells Well)

By Keith Griffin on February 27, 2014 - 5:39PM

When Hyundai introduces the 2015 Hyundai Genesis near-luxury sedan at the Geneva Auto Show next week it plans to do so with the intention of making it an exclusive car with limited sales.

Dumbest Use of a Hyundai Genesis Ever

By Keith Griffin on February 26, 2014 - 10:04AM

The Hyundai Genesis is a beautiful sedan – even more so the upcoming 2015 model that was introduced at the Detroit Auto Show. But a Hyundai Genesis stretch limo? Let's call that the dumbest Hyundai Genesis ever.

Hyundai Intrado Points Brand in Right Direction

By Keith Griffin on February 24, 2014 - 2:28PM

The Hyundai Intrado concept being introduced next week at the Geneva Auto Show is interesting not so much for what it is but who oversaw its design: Peter Schreyer. His involvement signals an evolution of Hyundai's designs and could give the brand a much needed point in the right direction for better sales.

Hyundai PassoCorto Geneva Auto Show concept

Cool Hyundai Concept Will Never Get Built

By Keith Griffin on February 22, 2014 - 7:08AM

In advance of the Geneva Motor Show, taking place the first week of March, Hyundai has unveiled its coolest concept ever – a design exercise done with students from the Istituto Europeo di Design in Turin, Italy.

Hyundai Needs To Get Street Cred from World Rally Car

By Keith Griffin on February 20, 2014 - 8:40PM

Ford and Volkswagen are seeing some competition for street cred with the return of Hyundai to World Rally Car racing after being absent for more than a decade. It's a smart move for the Korean automaker.

Hyundai Needs To Conquer California To Right Its Sales Ship

By Keith Griffin on February 19, 2014 - 8:39PM

This is a turnaround year for Hyundai. Its sales need to improve for a larger market share, especially in its home state of California.

2015 Hyundai Genesis Doesn't Need V8 All-Wheel Drive

By Keith Griffin on February 18, 2014 - 8:55PM

Recently, I posted about the 2015 Hyundai Genesis and 5 reasons love for it will spike. One of the items mentioned was its multi-mode all-wheel-drive availability because true sports sedans now need all-wheel-drive capability.

Hyundai Could Soon Have Third Luxury Model

By Keith Griffin on February 17, 2014 - 11:35AM

Hyundai might be just two short years away from introducing a third luxury car to its lineup. That moves the company one step closer to becoming a more upscale brand not focused on quite as much on its value products.

5 Reasons Love for Hyundai Genesis Will Spike

By Keith Griffin on February 16, 2014 - 6:45AM

One of those silly surveys that gloms onto a holiday was released on Valentine's Day showing the Hyundai Genesis was tied for the honor of most-loved, near-luxury car on the market. It was tied with the Lexus ES 350, which has to be the strangest automotive odd couple ever. But there are 5 reasons love for the Genesis will make it stand alone next year.

5 Solutions for Hyundai to Sell Genesis in Europe

By Keith Griffin on February 12, 2014 - 5:10PM

There's a problem Hyundai is having in Europe. Consumers see it as a value brand, which could be problematic for the launch of the 2015 Hyundai Genesis, a vehicle that needs to sell in Europe to become a true global success.

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