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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)

2018 Subaru Outback. safety, IIHS top safety pick+, Hyundai Santa Fe

Hyundai Just Caught Subaru; Both Have 4 of the Safest Cars in America

By Denis Flierl on December 10, 2017 - 8:47AM

Subaru and Hyundai have the most vehicles named top safety picks by the IIHS. What does it mean for consumers?

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Big Oil and negative brand perception stalls electric vehicle sales momentum

By Parks McCants on November 16, 2017 - 3:34PM

In October and November, Torque News gained some seat time in Chevy Bolt, Honda Clarity, and Hyundai Ionic. These compact 5-door electric hatchbacks are viable everyday drivers by any measure. Yet, there’s a factor or two keeping Bolt and other segment breaching EVs from going mainstream.

Hyundai To Offer 8 New Crossovers With 4 Fuel Choices By 2020

By Denis Flierl on November 15, 2017 - 11:59AM

The Hyundai brand is on the move. They are launching 8 new crossovers with 4 fuel choices by 2020.

Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.0T AWD vs. Ford Edge Sport AWD

2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.0T Ultimate vs. Ford Edge Sport AWD - Which Better Meets Your Needs?

By John Goreham on November 7, 2017 - 9:52AM

We compare the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.0T Ultimate vs. Ford Edge Sport AWD, two roomy, well-equipped two-row crossovers so you can decide which is the one to consider buying.

2018 Hyundai Sonata Sport 2.0T, Review, test drive

2018 Hyundai Sonata; Sport 2.0T Ramps Up the Fun-To-Drive Meter

By Denis Flierl on October 28, 2017 - 1:57PM

Hyundai Sonata is a midsize family sedan and feels like a larger car inside, but drives smaller than it looks.

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Here’s How Hyundai Catches Toyota and Honda; Can They Pass Them

By Denis Flierl on October 24, 2017 - 12:55PM

South Korea’s hatred for the Japanese has made Hyundai a major player in the auto industry and consumers are benefiting.

2017 Hyundai Elantra Limited Review: Year-End Pricing Makes for a Great Bargain

By Patrick Rall on October 11, 2017 - 3:47PM

I recently spent a week behind the wheel of a 2017 Hyundai Elantra Limited and while it is a great choice for the money at its normal pricing, the current year-end discounts on 2017 models makes the Elantra Limited an incredible bargain – with prices dipping below $20,000 for this loaded package.

Hyundai i30 N, SEMA 2017, Pirelli P Zero Tires

You Won’t Be Riding on Hyundai i30 N’s Tailor-Made P Zero Tires In the US

By Denis Flierl on October 9, 2017 - 10:43AM

Hyundai announced the new hot hatch i30 N gets tailor-made P Zero tires. You won’t be riding on these “HN” performance treads in the US.

2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, SEMA Show 2017

Rockstar Energy Moab Extreme Off-roader Santa Fe Sport Concept; Whew!

By Denis Flierl on October 4, 2017 - 12:29PM

It could be the longest vehicle name in the history of autos, but it’s a cool off-road concept vehicle using the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport as the platform. It's coming to SEMA 2017.

Hyundai Ioniq Wins Green Tech Award - Hyundai's Bet

By Tim Healey on July 30, 2017 - 11:38PM

Hyundai’s Ioniq has won the Best Green Technology for Businesses award in the U.K.

Why Have Hyundai’s Profits Dipped? Blame the U.S. and China

By Tim Healey on July 26, 2017 - 4:08PM

Hyundai’s profits have dipped, and the American and Chinese markets are to blame.

Hyundai Working with Kakao on Hands-Free AI: Here's What It Does

By Tim Healey on July 24, 2017 - 12:01PM

Hyundai and Korean tech firm Kakao have signed a deal to put its hands-free AI systems in Hyundai vehicles.

Hyundai Trying to Speed Self-Driving Tech

By Tim Healey on July 23, 2017 - 5:11PM

Like all automakers, Hyundai is working on self-driving technology.

Why is Hyundai Trademarking GT Name for Genesis Brand

By Tim Healey on July 20, 2017 - 2:55PM

A new report claims Hyundai has trademarked the “GT” designation for its Genesis luxury brand.

Hyundai i30 N Unveiled, but We May not Get It in USA

By Tim Healey on July 14, 2017 - 2:14AM

We likely won’t be getting the Hyundai i30 N in the United States.

No Hyundai Veloster for 2018 Model Year

By Tim Healey on July 10, 2017 - 1:14PM

We know the Hyundai Azera is dead, at least in America. Now we also know that there will be no 2018 Hyundai Veloster.

Hyundai Slips Behind Ford in Global Automaker Rankings

By Tim Healey on July 8, 2017 - 6:02PM

Hyundai-Kia has slipped out of fifth place in the global automaker rankings, falling behind Ford.

Why Hyundai Killed the Azera

By Tim Healey on July 6, 2017 - 7:57PM

Hyundai’s Azera luxury sedan is no more. I remember when it was unveiled several years ago in LA Auto Show and was one of the highlights of the show.

Why Were Veloster Sales So Down in June

By Tim Healey on July 6, 2017 - 5:38PM

June gloom has struck the Hyundai Veloster.

Hyundai Designer Explains How Globalization Negatively Affects Auto Design

By Tim Healey on June 30, 2017 - 6:16PM

Earlier this week, we brought you a Hyundai designer’s takes on how the brand’s styling will change in the future.

Hyundai Exec Talks Future With Ward's Auto

By Tim Healey on June 26, 2017 - 6:21PM

A Hyundai designer sat down with attending media before the company’s launch of the Kona subcompact crossover SUV in Korea to talk design, globalization and the future.

Hyundai Will Charge You For No Charge

By Tim Healey on June 23, 2017 - 4:52PM

Everybody likes free stuff. Related to that, everyone likes being reimbursed for money already spent. Hyundai knows this.

Will the Hyundai Veloster N Have a Manual Trans?

By Tim Healey on June 22, 2017 - 5:34PM

More spy shots of the Veloster N have hit the Web, and one news report suggests it might not offer a manual transmission.

How Does the 2018 Hyundai Kona Drive?

By Tim Healey on June 15, 2017 - 5:21PM

Earlier this week, Hyundai finally took the wraps off of its new Kona B-segment crossover, after months of teasers.

Hyundai Veloster N Spied Again

By Tim Healey on June 15, 2017 - 12:25PM

We know that the Hyundai Veloster N is coming, but we just don’t know when it's coming and now it's spied again.

Hyundai Finally Unveils Kona and Here Are The Key Features

By Tim Healey on June 14, 2017 - 1:02PM

The new Hyundai Kona is finally here. Hyundai took the wraps off the upcoming Kona subcompact crossover SUV after teasing it for months. It’s slated to go on sale in South Korea first, followed by North America and Europe.