Hyundai

Back in 1986, Hyundai Motors made its first foray into the US market. It had only a single option in its range back then, the Hyundai Excel, of which nearly 170,000 units were sold in just one year. This set the record for the most vehicles sold in a first year of operation over any other automotive manufacturer in the USA. However, because of Hyundai’s rapid production of the nameplate, the brand soon became synonymous with questionable quality and reliability standards, and sales quickly plummeted. Over time, the company made amends, improving the craftsmanship of its products and ensuring peace of mind by offering the most extensive warranty coverage in the industry. Now, more popular than ever, Hyundai offers several models within its range, all of which have proven to be highly favorable and supremely dependable.

Types of Hyundai Cars in the USA

Hyundai has released many new cars over its lifetime and now has one of the most extensive lineups around. Most, if not all Hyundai cars can be considered casual, everyday commuters, with few purposed drastically for outright performance or utility. There are the N cars, which are the automaker’s performance-focused variants of some models, but they are few and far between, and not necessarily the most competitive. The brand also offers hybrid versions of certain nameplates, here and there.

• Sedan: There are three options within the badge’s repertoire of sedans, two of which are presented in gasoline-powered and HEV versions. With a price of $15k, the Hyundai Accent is the most affordable car to buy new. In the smaller variant, a 1.6-liter four-cylinder motor is standard across the lineup, while the mid- and full-size cruisers get either a 2.0-liter or a 2.5L inline-four - a CVT is stock in each. There are sport-centric variants within each line. These come outfitted with 1.6 turbo-four that can be paired to either a seven-speed automatic or six-speed manual gearbox for a more engaging experience.
• Hatchback: With a performance-tuned hot-hatch delivering a 0-60 mph run of just 5.5 seconds, a fully-fledged EV, a PHEV, and a regular hatch, this array of hatches are the company’s most popular. They are fun-to-drive, exceptionally frugal, and relatively easy to live with on a daily basis. Small displacement turbocharged engines are utilized across the board, and a front-wheel-drive setup is typical. None, barring the Ioniq EV, cost a dime over $30k when bought new.
• SUV: Americans love their large, commodious, and utilitarian cruisers and this is why these vehicles make up the majority of almost every manufacturer’s compendium. This also means there is a whole lot of variety, from capable 4x4-spec trailblazers to the family-friendly 3-row SUV. The average price for these automobiles starts to breach premium-level stickers, with the cost of the Hyundai Nexo, a compact crossover, coming in at nearly $60k. With high reliability and safety ratings, though, they can be purchased as used cars without fear.

Current Hyundai Nameplates

• Venue
• Kona
• Tucson
• Santa Fe
• Palisade
• Nexo Fuel Cell
• Accent
• Elantra
• Sonata
• Ioniq
• Veloster

Hyundai Models and Prices

What To Consider Before Buying a New Hyundai

Products from the automaker have a lot to offer but there are some drawbacks that shoppers may want to consider before heading over to their nearest dealership:

Pros

• An attractive design ethos
• Modern and well-appointed cabins
• Good safety and reliability records
• Most deliver frugal fuel consumption
• Industry-leading warranty coverage

Cons

• Not the most entertaining vehicles
• Ride quality can be slightly subpar
• Not always very practical as daily commuters

FAQs About Hyundai Vehicles