Releases

Montgomery, Ala. June 22, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA) celebrated the launch of the all-new 2022 Santa Cruz Sport Adventure Vehicle on Tuesday, June 22, 2021. The Santa Cruz joins the Sonata and Elantra sedans and Santa Fe and Tucson SUVs on the Montgomery assembly line. This addition marks the first time HMMA has...

SEOUL, June 21, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Company today revealed the first glimpse of Elantra N (sold as Avante N in South Korea), the latest addition to its high-performance N range. This is Hyundai Motors’ sixth N brand model, following the unveiling of Kona N in April this year.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 16, 2021 – Hyundai and Marvel Studios have come together to launch the next big phase of Hyundai’s “Question Everything” marketing blitz. This first-ever co-branded creative campaign introduces the all-new 2022 Tucson in exciting new spots featuring Marvel characters from four different Disney+ series.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 9, 2021 – Four Hyundai vehicles were featured in Good Housekeeping’s Best New Family Cars for 2021.

LEATHERHEAD/SEOUL, June 8, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Group Chairman Euisun Chung has today been honored with the Issigonis Trophy at the 2021 Autocar Awards ceremony.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 7, 2021 – Hyundai and Disney have developed an original creative campaign to introduce the all-new 2022 Tucson in an unforgettable way. The collaboration extends Hyundai’s “Question Everything” creative platform for Tucson with custom TV ads and digital content featuring talent and characters from The...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 27, 2021 – Hyundai today released the highlight video of its IONIQ 5 premiere. The 2022 IONIQ 5 disrupts the EV market with its ultra-fast charging, Vehicle-to-Load power capability and targeted driving range of 300 miles. IONIQ 5 rides on Hyundai’s exclusive Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) that allows...

Reston, VA (May 24, 2021) – Electrify America today announced a new agreement with Hyundai to provide all-electric Hyundai IONIQ 5 drivers with two years of unlimited 30-minute complimentary charging sessions from the date of purchase at Electrify America charging stations.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 24, 2021 – Hyundai Motor North America today introduced the all-new IONIQ 5, an electric crossover utility vehicle (CUV) with a targeted driving range of 300 miles, design inspired by Hyundai’s ‘45’ EV concept, relevant technology and best-in-class ultra-fast charging from 10 to 80 percent in just 18...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 24, 2021 – Hyundai will present the all-new 2022 IONIQ 5 to the North American market today at 12:00 p.m. PT (3:00 p.m. ET).

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 17, 2021 – Hyundai Kona has been named one of Autotrader’s 2021 Ten Best Cars for Recent College Graduates. “For 2022, Kona has been freshly redesigned with new safety and convenience features that ensures it remains at the top of SUV buyer lists.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 12, 2021 – Save the date as Hyundai will present the all-new 2022 IONIQ 5 to the North American market on Mon., May 24 at 12:00 p.m. PT. IONIQ 5 introduces advanced technology, innovative use of interior space and a new global electric platform.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 4, 2021 – Hyundai continues to proactively address the safety issue of pediatric heatstroke as the result of children being left unattended in vehicles in high temperatures during warmer months. The company now features thirteen products with Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) systems as standard or optional (Palisade,...

Leatherhead, 29 April 2021 – The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has won Best Design at the TopGear Electric Awards 2021. The first car in the new IONIQ line-up brand, and the first Hyundai built on a new dedicated E-GMP battery electric vehicle platform, the IONIQ 5 doesn’t just herald a new era for EV design, but for EV performance and capability.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 29, 2021 – Asking questions is at the heart of making things great, and Hyundai is tapping into this mindset for its creative marketing campaign for the all-new 2022 Tucson.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 29, 2021 – Hyundai has received two Cost to Own awards by Kelley Blue Book (KBB) for its Venue subcompact SUV and all-new Elantra for a second year in a row. The tenth annual KBB 5-Year Cost to Own Awards recognize new vehicles with the lowest projected ownership costs over the initial five-year ownership period.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 27, 2021 – The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe and Elantra have been awarded 2021 TOP SAFETY PICK awards from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) when equipped with specific headlights. The Elantra and Santa Fe are Hyundai’s eighth and ninth vehicles to receive a 2021 TSP or TSP+ rating. Hyundai has seven...

SEOUL, April 27, 2021 — Hyundai Motor Company today unveiled the all-new KONA N as well as its high-performance philosophy and ambition for sustainable driving fun at Hyundai N Day, a digital showcase dedicated to introducing Hyundai’s N Brand.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 22, 2021 – As California continues to lead the nation in clean air initiatives, Hyundai fuels the advancement of sustainable mobility and zero emissions solutions with its NEXO fuel cell SUV, now available at Hyundai Escondido in San Diego County. Hyundai Escondido is the first NEXO dealer in San Diego County...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Apr. 20, 2021 – Hyundai today released the highlight video of its Santa Cruz Sport Adventure Vehicle world premiere. The 2022 Santa Cruz breaks new ground within the SUV, Truck and Crossover segments by offering a true Sport Adventure Vehicle unlike anything else in the U.S. market.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 20, 2021 – Hyundai’s 2021 IONIQ Hybrid and IONIQ Plug-In Hybrid received Best Hybrid Car and Best Plug-In Hybrid awards from U.S. News & World Report. IONIQ Hybrid also was named Best Hybrid Car in 2020.

SEOUL, April 19, 2021 — Hyundai Motor Company triumphed at the world-renowned International Forum (iF) Design Award 2021 this week with 14 awards for design excellence, including iF’s top Gold award for the ‘E-pit ultra-fast charger’ for electric vehicle (EV).

SEOUL, April 16, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Company has revealed the Heritage Series PONY, a swank retro-modern reconstruction of the original mass-produced PONY model that heralded the dawn of Korea’s automotive industry more than 45 years ago.

SEOUL, April 15, 2021 — Hyundai Motor Company will unveil the all-new KONA N at its first-ever Hyundai N Day, a digital showcase for its high-performance N Brand, on April 27, 2021.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 16, 2021 – The 2021 Hyundai Kona Electric and IONIQ Electric were named two of Autotrader’s 10 Best Electric Cars for 2021. Autotrader editors selected the 10 Best Electric Cars based on a range of criteria that included the following: vehicles must be priced under $75,000; the car must have a plug or a way to...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Apr. 15, 2021 – Hyundai today unveiled its highly anticipated Santa Cruz Sport Adventure Vehicle. The 2022 Santa Cruz breaks new ground within the SUV, Truck and Crossover segments by offering a true Sport Adventure Vehicle unlike anything else in the U.S. market.

TUCSON, Ariz., Apr. 15, 2021 – Hyundai Motor will reveal the all-new 2022 Santa Cruz Sport Adventure Vehicle today during a world premiere in Tucson, Arizona. The Santa Cruz breaks new ground within the SUV, Truck and Crossover segments by offering a true Sport Adventure Vehicle unlike anything else in the U.S. market.

TUCSON, Ariz., Apr. 13, 2021 – Hyundai today provided media the opportunity to experience its innovative 2022 Tucson SUV in Tucson, Arizona. The all-new Tucson design is derived from a series of Hyundai Design Center concepts expressing its evolving Sensuous Sportiness global design identity. Tucson gasoline and hybrid models begin...

SEOUL, April 12, 2021 — Hyundai Motor Company today officially launched its new STARIA multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) lineup via a digital world premiere, establishing a model for its future Purpose Built Vehicles (PBVs).

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Apr. 8, 2021 – Hyundai has released a Santa Cruz development video with teaser sketches of its eagerly anticipated Santa Cruz Sport Adventure Vehicle. An enthusiastic Hyundai design team with diverse outdoor pursuits helped fulfill the Santa Cruz concept evolution, ensuring its broad adventure capabilities. Hyundai...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Apr. 7, 2021 – Hyundai Motor has revealed new technical details for the all-new Kona N SUV. The company’s first high-performance SUV will be available with an eight-speed wet-type dual-clutch transmission, known as N DCT, providing high-performance features for driving enthusiasts. N DCT provides the engaging...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Mar. 31, 2021 – Hyundai has released the first teaser sketch of its highly anticipated Santa Cruz Sport Adventure Vehicle. The 2022 Santa Cruz will break new ground within the SUV, Truck and Crossover segments by offering a new category of vehicle unlike anything else in the U.S. market.

SEOUL, March 17, 2021 — Hyundai Motor Company today unveiled additional design features of its new multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) lineup, STARIA, ahead of its digital world premiere slated for the first half of 2021.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Mar. 17, 2021 – Continuing its commitment to accelerate mainstream adoption of electric vehicles, Hyundai Motor America will provide 250 kilowatt-hours of complimentary charging on Electrify America’s ultra-fast charging network for owners of 2021 Kona Electric and Ioniq Electric models.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Mar. 16, 2021 – Hyundai today announced the addition of N Line and Plug-in Hybrid models to its impressive 2022 Tucson line-up. The all-new Tucson design stems from a series of Hyundai Design Center concepts expressing its evolving Sensuous Sportiness global design identity. Tucson N Line and Plug-in Hybrid models...

LOS ANGELES, Mar. 12, 2021 – The Hispanic Motor press Awards (HMPA), announced each year during Automobility LA, named the 2021 Hyundai Elantra Car Model of the Year. The 11th annual awards program continues its yearly tradition recognizing the best new model year 2021 vehicles for Hispanic car buyers based on styling, driving satisfaction,...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Mar. 11, 2020 – The 2021 Hyundai Elantra today was named one of Autotrader’s 10 Best Car Interiors Under $50,000 for 2021. The honor is the latest in a series of accolades for the seventh-generation Elantra. To help everyday consumers emphasize the importance of a vehicle’s interior when shopping for a new car,...

SEOUL, March 10, 2021 — Hyundai Motor Company today unveiled the teaser images of STARIA, the brand’s new multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) lineup. The images show the STARIA Premium, a high-end variant of STARIA standard model.

SEOUL, March 9, 2021 — Hyundai Motor has revealed a glimpse of the all-new KONA N without its camouflage disguise. In a series of teaser images, fans and enthusiasts can enjoy a first look at the latest member of the brand’s high-performance N range.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., March 9, 2021 – Customers can now reserve their own 2022 Hyundai Tucson with the launch of Hyundai’s first-ever reservation program. By putting down a $100 deposit, customers can reserve their spot to be among the first to own the all-new Tucson when it arrives to dealerships in early-Summer.