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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)
Black Hyundai Palisade parked at sunset in desert landscape
Hyundai Palisade Park Button Coating Failure Causes Finger Cuts
By Noah Washington on
A 2023 Hyundai Palisade owner reports a cut finger after the coating on a parking button lifted, creating a sharp edge during normal use.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 front view driving on open road
50 kWh Solar Charges Ioniq 5 and Home While Avoiding 2.5¢ Grid Rates
By Noah Washington on
A Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner describes using a home solar system producing about 50 kWh daily, managing charging speeds, and a home battery to power the car and household use.
His Dealer Sent Him an Unsolicited Letter For His 2025 Ioniq LTD Offering Half What He Paid In Less Than a Year
His Dealer Sent Him an Unsolicited Letter For His 2025 Ioniq LTD Offering Half What He Paid In Less Than a Year
By Armen Hareyan on
A Webster, NY man opened his mailbox to find his own Hyundai dealer offering him half of what he paid for his 2025 Ioniq 5 Limited less than a year after purchase.
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By Noah Washington on
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2026 Hyundai Palisade
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By Mary Conway on
Hyundai has stopped all sales of the 2026 Palisade and Palisade Hybrid Calligraphy and Limited models until it can fix a folding third-row seat defect that killed a little girl. Now, dealers are being told to provide drivers alternate transportation.
Infrared thermometer measuring 181 degrees on EV charger outlet showing heat buildup
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By Noah Washington on
A Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner recorded charging plug temperatures up to 184°F during a 40A session, showing how high ambient heat and sustained load can impact home EV charging conditions.
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2015 Hyundai Genesis sedan 5.0 V-8
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Hyundai Ioniq 5 electric SUV front three quarter view driving on desert highway
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Hyundai Palisade SUV front view driving on desert highway
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By Noah Washington on
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A Hyundai Ioniq 6 and Nissan Ariya sit side by side in brilliant red
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By John Goreham on
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Comparison photo showing wheel turning angle on two Hyundai Ioniq vehicles illustrating turning radius difference
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By Noah Washington on
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2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 in white parked at a Tesla Supercharger station with an owner plugging in the NACS charging cable demonstrating the Ioniq 5s expanded charging network access in a sunny suburban parking lot
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By Noah Washington on
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Picking Up My Ioniq 5 From The Dealer Today After The ICCU Fix, But Will Start Shopping For a Hybrid Today
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By Armen Hareyan on
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Silver 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 electric SUV driving on a sunny road, front three-quarter view
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By Noah Washington on
A 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 buyer was left stranded in a rental minivan after his brand-new EV was delivered with a grinding seat and a missing parking system.
White Hyundai Palisade luxury SUV parked on a city street in front of a brick building.
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By Noah Washington on
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2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Calligraphy SUV parked at dealership, showing bold front grille, premium wheels, and upscale exterior styling
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By Noah Washington on
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Hyundai IONIQ 5 electric SUV driving on an open desert highway, showcasing modern exterior design, LED headlights, and aerodynamic profile
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By Noah Washington on
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By Dimitar Angelov on
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2026 Hyundai Ioniq 6 N Line
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By Dimitar Angelov on
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By Armen Hareyan on
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A Call From Hyundai Corporate About ICCU Replacements Leaves Ioniq Owners Waiting and Wondering About an Upcoming Reliability Improvement
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By Armen Hareyan on
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Electric vehicle deliveries January 2026
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By John Goreham on
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2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz
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By Dimitar Angelov on
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Aerial three-quarter view of a Hyundai IONIQ 9 electric SUV with a sleek gray exterior on a dirt overlook.
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By Noah Washington on
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Grey Hyundai Kona Electric parked on a rural road at sunset, shown from a front three-quarter angle with a colorful sky.
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By Noah Washington on
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2026 Kia Sportage family
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By Dimitar Angelov on
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Hyundai Ioniq 5 using V2L to power a home during an ice storm outage
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By Chris Johnston on
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Front 3/4 of Hyundai Staria Electric Camper Van
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By Chris Johnston on
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Kumho Majesty 9 Solus TA91 mounted to a Hyundai Kona Limited
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By John Goreham on
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