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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)
2016 Hyundai Sonatas Probed For Potentially Flaky Rear Brakes
NHTSA Probes Potential Rear Brake Lockups In 2016 Hyundai Sonatas
By Marc Stern on
NHTSA has launched an initial investigation into reports that some 2016 Hyundai Sonatas whose rear brakes can remain engaged following a quick diagnostic self-check by the braking control software.
Hyundai Genesis Sedan
Genesis Is Busy Establishing Itself As An Independent Hyundai Subsidiary
By Marc Stern on
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3,031 Hyundai Gensis Sedans Have Been Recalled
Hyundai Recalls 3,031 Luxury Genesis Sedans For Display-Related Issue
By Marc Stern on
As one electronics expert said fairly recently, in the future many automotive-related recalls would be electronic in nature. As if to prove him correct, Hyundai has announced the recall of 3,031 Genesis sedans to fix a display glitch.
Hyundai Confirms Compact Tucson-Based Pickup In Works
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Hyundai Revamped i10
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By Marc Stern on
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The N Brand Chief Believes the new i30 N may be a Focus RS-Fighter
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By Marc Stern on
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Amazon-Genesis, Hyundai linkages have helped to create Amazon Vehicles
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By Marc Stern on
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Like Genesis, Hyundai Identifies New Ioniq Electric Vehicles As Brand-Setters
By Marc Stern on
Hyundai trotted out its new Ioniq electric to show its features. Like the Genesis, the autoamaker has branded it a brand-setter. It is the first green vehicle to offer three configurations in one body style for the carmaker.
2016 Hyundai Elantra
All It Takes Is A Brake Light Switch To Trigger A Hyundai Elantra Recall
By Marc Stern on
Hyundai, Korea's largest automaker, has recalled 65,400 2013 Elantras to repair a problem with the brake light switch. The problem can leave the switch on all the time illuminating the brake lights all the time.
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Hyundai, Amazon Have A New Idea And They’re Not Afraid To Use It
By Marc Stern on
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Hyundai Genesis and Alexa
Earth To Alexa, Your Genesis Is Ready, Please Pick It Up
By Marc Stern on
Amazon's digital assistant Alexa can now tell your Hyundai Genesis what it wants or doesn't want and your car has to comply.
Hyundai Genesis
Taking Careful Steps, Genesis Brand Sets Another Direction For Hyundai
By Marc Stern on
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Genesis New York Concept
Genesis Still Figuring Which Model Will Get Hotted Up
By Will Maley on
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The Hyundai Sonata 2.0T is a Midsize Sedan for Those Who Enjoy Driving
By Patrick Rall on
The Hyundai Sonata has come a long way over the past few years in terms of interior amenities and exterior styling, but if you enjoy driving and you are shopping the modern Sonata family, the 2.0T package is the trimline for you – with a 245hp turbocharged engine, a sport tuned suspension, a drive mode program and a unique steering rack that makes this Hyundai far more fun to drive than past iterations.
Hyundai arc airbag probe
Car Companies and Makes Affected By ARC Probe and Takata Airbag Recalls
By Marc Stern on
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Car Airbag
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By Marc Stern on
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Hyundai Tucson
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By Marc Stern on
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2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
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By Will Maley on
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2017 Genesis G80 5.0
What You Need To About the 2017 Genesis G80
By Will Maley on
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Hyundai i30 N Development Car
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By Will Maley on
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2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport
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By Will Maley on
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Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and Toyota Camry Hybrid
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By Will Maley on
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2016 Hyundai Tucson
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By Will Maley on
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Hyundai i30 N Development Race Car
How Hyundai Did 2,300 KM of Testing In 24 Hours
By Will Maley on
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Hyundai i30 N Development Car
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By Will Maley on
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Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid
Hyundai Readies A 250 Mile EV for 2020
By Will Maley on
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2016 Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima
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By Will Maley on
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Genesis New York Concept
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By Will Maley on
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Hyundai Genesis Coupe on Laguna Seca
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By Will Maley on
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2017 Genesis G90
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By Will Maley on
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