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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)

Washington State capital building and Mt. Rainier

Washington State aims for all new Passenger Vehicles Sales to be Electric by 2030

By Justin Hart on March 13, 2022 - 6:36PM

Last week the Washington State legislature passed a bill, now heading to Governor Inslee’s desk, that bans the sale, registration, and purchase of new gasoline powered vehicles, beginning with model year 2030. An earlier bill proposing the same, though also including a controversial road usage fee, was rejected last year. This time the bill doesn’t include the fee and is likely to pass. If it does, Washington State’s ban will go into effect before all other states.

Nickel Prices Spike, Price Increases or Production Halts for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles Likely

By Justin Hart on March 12, 2022 - 12:06AM

This week, the price of nickel has jumped up significantly. This almost certainly will lead to significant price increases, and or production halts, for electric, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid vehicles from most manufacturers since nickel is commonly used in most propulsion batteries in these types of vehicles. In fact it already seems to be happening.

Hyundai Santa Fe Image Courtesy of Hyundai

2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Limited AWD Offers Alternative to Toyota RAV4 and Highlander Hybrids

By John Goreham on March 7, 2022 - 9:09AM

We test and review the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Limited AWD and find that it has a lot in common with Toyota’s hybrids, along with some added plusses.

Kia's EVs Mark Best-Ever U.S. Monthly Sales, Nearly Doubling Previous Record

By Justin Hart on March 6, 2022 - 1:08PM

Kia’s total February sales increased 2.3% year over year. That may sound like only modest growth. But it is important to note that last month Kia’s 2 EV models, the brand new EV6 and the returning Niro EV, also beat their previous best ever month, September 2021, by 181%.

Hyundai Delivers Segment-Topping Volume of Ioniq 5s in February In U.S.

By John Goreham on March 1, 2022 - 11:35AM

Among affordable EV crossover vehicles, the Hyundai Ioniq is starting to emerge as a volume leader in America.

3 Reasons Charging At Home Is a Must For Electric Vehicle Owners

By John Goreham on February 22, 2022 - 12:55PM

Electric vehicles offer so many advantages over traditional vehicles, they are hard to count. One important aspect of EV ownership is the ability to charge at home. Here’s why we think a home charger is critically important to those who own an EV.

Hyundai service area image by John Goreham

Here Are the U.S.-Market Vehicle Brands That Offer Included Maintenance For 2022

By John Goreham on February 21, 2022 - 3:20PM

Included vehicle maintenance can have a value of hundreds of dollars. Here are the brands offering included maintenance for 2022.

Image of Chevy Bolt charging at EVGo DCFC by John Goreham

Many Public DC Fast Chargers For Electric Vehicles Are Slower Than You’d Think

By John Goreham on February 21, 2022 - 1:27PM

DC fast charging could be the solution to many of the perceived issues with public EV charging. However, that is not yet the case.

Image of Hyundai Ioniq 5 by John Goreham

EV Reality: Quick Stops At Level 2 Public Electric Vehicle Chargers Are Worthless

By John Goreham on February 21, 2022 - 8:50AM

We debunk the myth that one can add meaningful range to an EV using a Level 2 charger during a “coffee and bathroom break” while on the go.

Hyundai Ioniq 5 inventory image by Ron DeMarco

One Image That Conveys How Serious Hyundai Is About Electric Vehicles

By John Goreham on February 14, 2022 - 5:49PM

This image of a long row of Hyundai Ioniq 5 battery-electric vehicles at one American dealership helps to illustrate just how serious Hyundai is about its newest BEV.

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited Electric Vehicle Review: Does It Match the Hype?

By John Goreham on February 14, 2022 - 9:58AM

Hyundai’s newest battery-electric vehicle is the Ioniq 5. The media is calling this new BEV the best of 2022. Does it live up to the high expectations?

5 Ways Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 EV Could Be Improved For Winter Climates

By John Goreham on February 13, 2022 - 3:03PM

We do a deep dive into how one of our favorite new battery-electric vehicles could be more winter-friendly. You may be surprised by the things we point out. Here’s a hint; AWD and range are not the problems.

Tesla Model Y, Kia EV6, Hyundai Ionic 5 and Ford F-150 Lightning EVs

Kia, Hyundai and Tesla Stand to Gain as Ford Halts 3 Production Lines

By Justin Hart on February 9, 2022 - 3:35AM

Beginning earlier this week, Ford is halting production on 3 different production lines, including the Cuautitlan, Mexico plant that produces the Mustang Mach-E electric vehicle. Is this only a brief pause, or is it the first sign of an impending miss for Ford as it attempts to massively ramp up EV production to compete with Tesla and out-sell other mainstream rivals vying for leadership in the race toward an electrified automotive future?

Cadillac Lyriq, Kia EV6, and Toyota Prius Prime

Battle for 3rd place: Kia vs Toyota vs GM In 2022 U.S. Plug-In Vehicle Market

By Justin Hart on February 4, 2022 - 2:28AM

After Tesla and Ford, GM had the best selling fully electric vehicle in the U.S. in 2021, the Chevy Bolt, at 24,803 combined for the two different models (EV and EUV). Thus, GM has set a precedent and may be able to compete for one of the top spots in 2022 BEV sales too, depending.

2022 Hyundai Santa Fe XRT Review: Great Comfort and Power

By Armen Hareyan on February 3, 2022 - 11:20PM

For the 2022 model Year Hyundai has introduced the Santa Fe XRT, which is Hyundai's off-road Santa Fe. It offers a very fashionable approach and marked by robustness in appearance. Basically, the XRT package offers you a Santa Fe that will stand out from all the others.

Image of Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner by John Goreham

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Has A Solid First Full Month Of Deliveries In U.S.

By John Goreham on February 1, 2022 - 2:36PM

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 has had a very solid launch. Deliveries are starting off with a bang.

Top of page still image courtesy of Hyundai and YouTube

Automakers Power Up Battery-Electric Vehicle Advertising in America

By John Goreham on January 31, 2022 - 12:15PM

Major automakers are beginning to advertise electric vehicles with the hopes of influencing public opinion. Here are some examples from Ford and Hyundai that illustrate how the shift is taking place.

Kia EV6 Pricing Revealed, Beats Almost All Currently Available EV Competitors

By Justin Hart on January 27, 2022 - 2:22AM

Kia has revealed the pricing of their new EV6 for the U.S. market and the good news is that it has a lower starting MSRP, at $40,900, than almost every other compact EV SUV currently for sale. Only the VW ID.4 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 (when the RWD base model goes on sale) are priced lower than the EV6, and only a tad lower at $40,760 and $39,700 respectively.

Kia And Hyundai Combined Outsell Honda In The U.S. For First Time

By Justin Hart on January 12, 2022 - 12:11PM

Honda is losing ground to South Korean brands Kia and Hyundai and it is in part due to Honda’s lackluster investment in electrified vehicles. While it may not seem fair to compare the combined sales of two brands to Honda alone, I would argue it is. Kia and Hyundai are essentially the same family and share engineering, platforms and technology similar to the way other brands share nameplates.

Lucid Air Finishes Runner-Up For North American Car Of The Year 2022

By James Walker on January 11, 2022 - 1:07PM

Ford takes home a pair of trophies in awards results featuring a lack of electric vehicles despite strong finalists.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 Consensus - Best Crossover Battery-Electric Vehicle Yet

By John Goreham on December 20, 2021 - 10:22AM

The EV world seems unanimous in its first impression of the new Hyundai IONIQ 5 battery-electric vehicle. Here’s what the folks who know EVs best are saying about this game-changer.

IONIQ 5 moving image courtesy of Hyundai

Hyundai IONIQ 5 BEV First Drive Impressions - Ideal For Its Mission

By John Goreham on December 20, 2021 - 8:19AM

A first drive of the Hyundai IONIQ 5 battery-electric vehicle reveals that it is going to win buyers over on a test drive.

Kia + Hyundai may take second place in U.S. plug-in vehicle sales in 2022

By Justin Hart on December 20, 2021 - 5:10AM

Kia and Hyundai have done something extraordinary in the European market recently. November 2021 was the worst sales month on record in Europe. Yet, Hyundai and Kia managed significant sales increases while almost every other manufacturer saw significant sales declines due to the ongoing global semiconductor supply issues.

Four Things Missing From the New Hyundai IONIQ 5 Battery-Electric Vehicle

By John Goreham on December 19, 2021 - 2:26PM

We list four important things that the new Hyundai IONIQ 5 does not have that we feel many consumers shopping for a battery-electric crossover utility vehicle might want.

Tesla Model Y Costs You 50% More Than Hyundai IONIQ 5

By John Goreham on December 19, 2021 - 12:10PM

The IONIQ 5 is now being delivered to customers in the U.S. We break down the cost and show you the price comparison.

Hyundai Begins Deliveries of IONIQ 5 On East Coast

By John Goreham on December 18, 2021 - 5:13PM

The newest battery-electric vehicle from Hyundai is on sale now, and not just in California.

2022 Hyundai Veloster N M/T Pleasantly Fun To Drive Vehicle

By Armen Hareyan on December 15, 2021 - 11:33AM

The Hyundai Veloster quickly improved to the point of becoming a serious rival to the best sports cars on the market. The 2022 Veloster N, which Torque News is reviewing this week, is pleasantly fun to drive sports car. Some reviewers say it's fun to drive despite having the manual transmission (M/T), but I say it is the manual transmission that makes it even more engaging vehicle.

Chevrolet Bolt, Ford Mustang Mach-e, Tesla Model Y

How Electric Vehicle Manufacturers Are Vying for The Lead in U.S. Market

By Justin Hart on December 13, 2021 - 4:44AM

Everyone should know electric vehicles are rapidly taking more market share from traditional internal combustion engine vehicles. But which manufacturers will lead the way in EV sales? The answer varies by region, of course, and much depends on the global supply chain, geo-political landscapes, the rippling impacts of the pandemic, etc. I will focus on the U.S. market since there should be rapid acceleration in U.S. EV sales, soon.

2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD front

2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD Review: Truck Drives Like an SUV

By Armen Hareyan on November 22, 2021 - 9:28PM

Hyundai has decided to enter the world of pickup trucks With the new 2022 Santa Cruz without following the standards set by the Americans truck makers. In fact, it is more on the side of the Honda Ridgeline that we see the inspiration: to take an SUV and turn it into a pickup truck with amazing capabilities. In this review of the 2022 Santa Cruz Limited AWD, we are looking at the jewelry work Hyundai has done on the design of this truck.

Hyundai Is Updating IONIQ 5 With 10% Range Increase

By Armen Hareyan on November 3, 2021 - 9:05AM

The new 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 has reportedly increased the battery capacity from 72.6 kWh to 77.5 kWh. Accordingly, the current Korean official mileage (at room temperature) of the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is expected to increase from 423 km to 480 to 490 km. Hyundai will increase the number of existing 2.4kW battery modules from 30 to 32. This is the result of maximizing the space of the EV-only platform E-GMP with the same battery capacity as the Kia EV6.

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