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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)
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe XRT
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By Armen Hareyan on
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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
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
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By John Goreham on
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 closeup
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By Justin Hart on
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Kia Forte and Hyundai Ioniq 5
Kia And Hyundai Combined Outsell Honda In The U.S. For First Time
By Justin Hart on
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Image showing the logos for North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the year awards.
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By James Walker on
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Image of Hyundai IONIQ 5 by John Goreham
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By John Goreham on
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IONIQ 5 moving image courtesy of Hyundai
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By John Goreham on
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Kia + Hyundai may take second place in U.S. plug-in vehicle sales in 2022
By Justin Hart on
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Hyundai IONIQ 5 image by John Goreham
Four Things Missing From the New Hyundai IONIQ 5 Battery-Electric Vehicle
By John Goreham on
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.
Image of Hyundai IONIQ 5 by John Goreham
Tesla Model Y Costs You 50% More Than Hyundai IONIQ 5
By John Goreham on
The IONIQ 5 is now being delivered to customers in the U.S. We break down the cost and show you the price comparison.
Image of Hyundai IONIQ 5 by John Goreham
Hyundai Begins Deliveries of IONIQ 5 On East Coast
By John Goreham on
The newest battery-electric vehicle from Hyundai is on sale now, and not just in California.
2022 Hyundai Veloster N M/T
2022 Hyundai Veloster N M/T Pleasantly Fun To Drive Vehicle
By Armen Hareyan on
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.
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How Electric Vehicle Manufacturers Are Vying for The Lead in U.S. Market
By Justin Hart on
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2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD front
2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD Review: Truck Drives Like an SUV
By Armen Hareyan on
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2022 Hyundai Ioniq range upate
Hyundai Is Updating IONIQ 5 With 10% Range Increase
By Armen Hareyan on
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Hyundai's New Marketing Catchphrase Targets African Americans
Hyundai Appeals to Black Car Shoppers
By Timothy Boyer on
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Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV
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By Armen Hareyan on
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Hyundai Evolve: The New Way To Buy Hyundai Cars Through Amazon Just Like Tesla
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By Armen Hareyan on
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2020 Hyundai Palisade
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By Armen Hareyan on
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Hyundai sreen on a Genesis Steering Wheel
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By Armen Hareyan on
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2022 Hyundai Tucson Limited AWD
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By Armen Hareyan on
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2021 Hyundai Elantra N-Line
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By Armen Hareyan on
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Indonesia and Tesla
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By Yonathan Santoso on
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2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Limited AWD
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By Armen Hareyan on
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2022 Ford Maverick
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By Jimmy Dinsmore on
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2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 overview
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By Keith Griffin on
According to reports, Hyundai is poised to cut the number of vehicles powered by gas in half. It has supposedly given up on developing new internal engines.
2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5
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By Keith Griffin on
Hyundai Motor North America took the wraps off the all-new IONIQ 5, an electric crossover utility vehicle with a targeted driving range of 300 miles.
2021 Hyundai Santa Fe
Hyundai Santa Fe 2021 - New Premium Calligraphy Trim
By Armen Hareyan on
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