List of Hyundai Awards

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AWARD FACT SHEET

06/14/2007

2007 Hyundai Honors and Awards

Corporate Awards

AutoPacific, an automotive consulting firm, reported Hyundai had the largest opinion improvement among nine manufacturers in its initial wave of Image and Consideration Tracking Research.

Vehicle-Specific Awards

Accent

2007 Accent is named the Consumer Guide Automotive “Best Buy” in the sub-compact car category. Along with the Kia Rio, it is the first Korean-made car to win Best Buy status.

2007 Accent named one of the “Top 12 Greenest Vehicles of 2007” by the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE). It received a “superior” green score of 45 out of 100.

Author Jack Gillis and the Center for Auto Safety named the Accent a “Best Bet” in The Car Book 2007, which selects vehicles based on how well they respond to the safety and performance needs of today’s consumers.

The Yahoo! Autos Green Center ranked the 2007 Accent as one of the top 20 “Green” cars for 2007.

Azera

2007 Azera is listed as “Recommended” by Consumer Reports in its Annual Reliability Survey.

2007 Azera Limited named “Best in Class” in the sedans $25,000 to $30,000 category in Kiplinger’s Personal Finance “Best of 2007 Cars” awards.

2007 Azera sedan achieved the top slot in the large car segment according to Strategic Vision, Total Quality IndexTM (TQI). TQI measures the total vehicle satisfaction among new car owners.

Elantra

2007 Elantra is named one of the “Best Cars of 2007” by Auto A Fondo Magazine, the only Spanish language car enthusiasts’ magazine written by highly recognized Hispanic journalists and mechanics in Los Angeles.

2007 Elantra named one of the “Top 12 Greenest Vehicles of 2007” by the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE). It received a “superior” green score of 45 out of 100.

2007 Elantra earns National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) five-star crash test ratings for frontal crash performance, the highest government rating under the agency’s New Car Assessment Program.

Author Jack Gillis and the Center for Auto Safety named the Elantra a “Best Bet” in The Car Book 2007, which selects vehicles based on how well they respond to the safety and performance needs of today’s consumers.

The Yahoo! Autos Green Center ranked the 2007 Elantra as one of the top 20 “Green” cars for 2007.

Entourage

2007 Entourage is listed as “Recommended” in Consumer Guide Automotive’s 2007 Editors’ Picks.

2007 Entourage is listed as “Recommended” by Consumer Reports in its Annual Reliability Survey.

2007 Entourage is named “Best New Minivan” by Autobytel in its 2007 Editors’ Choice Awards. The Kia Sedona is named a finalist for this category.

2007 Entourage is named a finalist for “Best Family Car” by Autobytel in its 2007 Editors’ Choice Awards.

2007 Entourage is named “Best Minivan” by MotorWeek in its 2007 MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice Awards. The Entourage shared this title with the Kia Sedona.

Author Jack Gillis and the Center for Auto Safety named the Entourage a “Best Bet” in The Car Book 2007, which selects vehicles based on how well they respond to the safety and performance needs of today’s consumers.

2007 Entourage is named one of AAA/Parents magazine’s 2007 "Best Cars For Families."

Strategic Vision awarded the Entourage (tied with Kia Sedona & Nissan Quest) the top spot for the mini van segment. The TQI measures the total vehicle satisfaction among new car owners.

Santa Fe

2007 Santa Fe is named SUV of the year by FIPA (Federación Internacional de Periodistas del Automóvil/International Federation of Automotive Journalists. FIPA members consist of 68 auto journalists from 19 different countries including the U.S., but mostly Latin America.

2007 Santa Fe is named “Best New Midsize SUV” by Autobytel in its 2007 Editors’ Choice Awards.

2007 Santa Fe is named a finalist for “Most Improved New Vehicle for 2007” by Autobytel in its 2007 Editors’ Choice Awards.

2007 Santa Fe is named “2007 SUV of the Year” by Autobytel in its 2007 Editors’ Choice Awards.

2007 Santa Fe earns National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) five-star crash test ratings for frontal and side impacts, the highest government rating under the agency’s New Car Assessment Program.

Author Jack Gillis and the Center for Auto Safety named the Santa Fe a “Best Bet” in The Car Book 2007, which selects vehicles based on how well they respond to the safety and performance needs of today’s consumers.

2007 Santa Fe is named one of AAA/Parents magazine’s 2007 "Best Cars For Families."

Strategic Vision awarded Santa Fe the top spot in the small sport utility (SUV) segment. TQI measures the total vehicle satisfaction among new car owners.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gave five-star crash test ratings to the Santa Fe for both frontal and side-impact crash tests.

Sonata

2007 Sonata is listed as “Recommended” by Consumer Guide Automotive in the midsize car category for the 2007 Editors’ Picks.

2007 Sonata is listed as “Recommended” by Consumer Reports in its Annual Reliability Survey.

2007 Sonata is named “Best Deal for Small Families” by Cars.com in its first annual Lifestyle Awards.

2007 Hyundai Sonata was named in the “Greener Choices for 2007” list by the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE).

2007 Sonata GLS named “Best in Class” in the sedans under $20,000 in Kiplinger’s Personal Finance “Best of 2007 Cars” awards.

The Yahoo! Autos Green Center ranked the 2007 Sonata as one of the top 100 “Green” cars for 2007.

Tiburon

2007 Tiburon earned Kelley Blue Book’s “Top 10 Coolest Cars Under $18,000” honors for its sporty styling and affordability.

The Yahoo! Autos Green Center ranked the 2007 Tiburon as one of the top 100 “Green” cars for 2007.

Tucson

2007 Tucson is listed as “Recommended” by Consumer Guide Automotive in the compact sport-utility vehicle category for the 2007 Editors’ Picks.

2007 Tucson named “Model with Most Improved Reliability” by Consumer Reports in its Annual Reliability Survey.

2007 Tucson is named the “Best Deal for Weekend Athletes” by Cars.com in its first annual Lifestyle Awards.

Author Jack Gillis and the Center for Auto Safety named the Tucson a “Best Bet” in The Car Book 2007, which selects vehicles based on how well they respond to the safety and performance needs of today’s consumers.

The Yahoo! Autos Green Center ranked the 2007 Tucson as one of the top 100 “Green” cars for 2007.

Veracruz

The all new Veracruz earned Five-Star crash test ratings, the highest government rating under NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Veracruz received Five-Star crash test ratings for both frontal and side impact tests and it received four stars for rollover performance.

TheCarConnection.com selected the all-new Veracruz mid-sized crossover as one of the five best vehicles for the summer holiday.

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2006 Hyundai Honors and Awards Corporate Awards

AutoPacific, an automotive consulting firm, reported Hyundai had the largest opinion improvement among nine manufacturers in its initial wave of Image and Consideration Tracking Research.

Hispanic Business Magazine names Michelle Cervantez, Vice President of Marketing Hyundai Motor America, one of the “100 Most Influential Hispanics”, in its October 2006 issue.

BusinessWeek named Hyundai 75th in the “Top 100 Global Brands” for 2006 issue (August 7, 2006). Hyundai placed above Porsche (80) and Nissan (90).

BusinessWeek named Hyundai one of the “Big WINNERS” in its annual “Top Brands” edition (August 7, 2006). Working with Interbrand, the magazine names the 100 most valuable brands in the world. Last year Hyundai was ranked 84th and this year has moved up to 75th slot.

In the 2006 Initial Quality Study (IQS) by J.D. Power & Associates, Hyundai was the highest ranked non-premium nameplate, and third overall – up from fourth the previous year.

Out of 73 plants in North/South America, Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA), which opened in 2005, was ranked tenth for plant quality in the IQS.

John Krafcik, vice president of Strategic Planning and Product Development, was named a 2006 Automotive News “All-Star.”

Hyundai ranked 2nd among all brands with a median selling price below $24,500 in the 2006 Strategic Vision Total Value Index.

Sobre Ruedas, one of the leading Spanish-language automotive magazines in the country, named Hyundai Motor America “Manufacturer Sobre Ruedas 2006” in its third Annual Awards Ceremony.

Vehicle-Specific Awards

Accent

The Hyundai Accent was ranked sixth among all makes and models for being one of the “Greenest Vehicles of 2006” by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE).

Author Jack Gillis and the Center for Auto Safety named the Accent a “Best Bet” in The Car Book 2006, which selects vehicles based on how well they respond to the safety and performance needs of today’s consumers.

The Hyundai Accent was named one of the 30 most environmentally friendly vehicles in the the J.D. Power and Associates 2006 Alternative Powertrain StudySM.

Azera

The 2006 Hyundai Azera was named the “Best New Luxury Family Sedan” by Auto Mujeres al Volante, the number one automotive authority for U.S. Hispanic women.

The Azera was named a 2006 Car of the Year Finalist by Motor Trend, the world’s leading automotive authority.

The 2006 Azera earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) top crash test ratings for frontal offset impacts. The Azera received a “good” rating overall (with performances ranked comparatively as “good,” “acceptable,” marginal or “poor”).

The Azera won the AutoPacific 2006 Vehicle Satisfaction Award (VSA) for the Large Car category, and was also the top-ranked car.

Forbes.com named the Azera the Best Luxurious Car for a Nonluxury Price in its 2006 “Best Cars for the Bucks” list.

In the J.D. Power & Associates’ Initial Quality Study (IQS), the all-new Azera was ranked second in the large car segment.

The all-new 2006 Hyundai Azera earned distinction from J.D. Power and Associates as the most appealing Large Car in the 2006 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study.

The Hyundai Azera was named winner of the Strategic Vision 2006 Total Value Award in the large car segment.

Elantra

The Hyundai Elantra is listed as “Recommended” in the Compact Car category, in the 2006 Consumer Guide Automotive’s 2006 “Best Buy” and “Recommended” award list.

The American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE) gave the Elantra a “superior” score in the mid-size car category for the “Greenest Vehicles of 2006.”

Author Jack Gillis and the Center for Auto Safety named the Elantra a “Best Bet” in The Car Book 2006, which selects vehicles based on how well they respond to the safety and performance needs of today’s consumers.

J.D. Power & Associates ranked the Elantra second for vehicle quality in the compact car segment in the annual Initial Quality Study (IQS).

Entourage

The Entourage earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) highest honor – the gold “Top Safety Pick” award – the best rating ever for a minivan. It received this award by achieving “good” ratings for front, side and rear crash protection.

Santa Fe

The Santa Fe won the AutoPacific 2006 Vehicle Satisfaction Award (VSA) for Mid-Size Sport Utility Vehicles.

Author Jack Gillis and the Center for Auto Safety named the Santa Fe a “Best Bet” in The Car Book 2006, which selects vehicles based on how well they respond to the safety and performance needs of today’s consumers.

Sonata

MotorWeek named the Hyundai Sonata the Best Family Sedan in its 2006 “Drivers’ Choice Awards.”

The 2006 Hyundai Sonata received the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) top five-star crash test rating for front and side impacts.

The 2006 Sonata won the “Automotive Excellence” award for safety from Popular Mechanics (October 2005 issue).

The Hyundai Sonata is listed as a “Recommended” in the Midsize Car category, in the 2006 Consumer Guide Automotive’s 2006 Best Buy and Recommended award list.

Consumers Digest named the 2006 Sonata a “Best Buy.”

Kiplinger’s Personal Finance named the 2006 Sonata “Best in Class” in the $18K-23K category in its December 2005 Buyer’s Guide.

The Boston Globe newspaper named the 2006 Hyundai Sonata its “Family Vehicle of the Year” at the New England International Auto Show.

The 2006 Sonata was named the 2005 New England Motor Press Association Family Vehicle of the Year.

The Sonata topped the ‘large car’ class among the “Greener Choices 2006,” awarded by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy in the ACEEE’s “Green Book Online.”

Author Jack Gillis and the Center for Auto Safety named the Sonata a “Best Bet” in The Car Book 2006, which selects vehicles based on how well they respond to the safety and performance needs of today’s consumers.

In the 2006 Initial Quality Study (IQS) by J.D. Power & Associates, the Sonata ranked third in the highly competitive midsize car segment.

Tiburon

J.D. Power & Associates named the Tiburon the second-highest ranked vehicle in the compact sporty car segment in its annual Initial Quality (IQS) survey for new vehicle quality.

The Tiburon ranked second in the Compact Sporty Car segment in the 2006 J.D. Power and Associates Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study.

Tucson

The 2006 Tucson received the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) top five-star crash test rating for front and side impacts.

The Hyundai Tucson was listed as “Recommended” in the Compact SUV category, in the 2006 Consumer Guide Automotive’s 2006 Best Buy and Recommended award list.

SmartMoney named the 2006 Tucson a “Best Value Car Award Winner” in the small SUV category (October 2005 issue).

The New England Motor Press Association recognized the Tucson as the “Best SUV Under 2006” in its 2006 Best Winter Vehicle Awards.

Author Jack Gillis and the Center for Auto Safety named the Tucson a “Best Bet” in The Car Book 2006, which selects vehicles based on how well they respond to the safety and performance needs of today’s consumers.

The Tucson received the highest ranking in the compact multi-activity vehicle (MAV) segment in J.D. Power & Associates’ 2006 Initial Quality Study (IQS).

The Hyundai Tucson was named winner of the Strategic Vision 2006 Total Value Award in the small sport utility vehicle category (in a tie with Saturn Vue).

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2005 Hyundai Honors and Awards

Corporate Awards

In 2005, Hyundai improved its position in the 2005 J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Study with the third best non-luxury brand ranking in the industry - up from fourth in 2004.

Hyundai Motor Company was recognized for its total shareholder return performance over the past one and three year periods by Pricewaterhouse Coopers in its 2005 Global Automotive Shareholder Value Awards. Hyundai posted shareholder return of 80% and 329% over the one- and three-year periods, respectively.

Vehicle-Specific Awards

Elantra

Strategic Vision, Inc. named Elantra “Best-in-Class” in its 2005 "Customer Delight Index," based on the Edwards Customer Delight Scale ®. The scale provides a comprehensive look at the product attributes and benefits that explicitly create "super-positive" delightful responses from the primary drivers of the vehicles.

Santa Fe

Santa Fe owners rated it tops in the Standard Mid-Size SUV category for the fourth year of the past five (since Santa Fe was introduced) in the AutoPacific 2005 Vehicle Satisfaction Awards. Santa Fe with the all-new Chevrolet Equinox.

Sonata

The Good Housekeeping Institute awarded the Hyundai Sonata with its "What Women Want" Automotive Satisfaction Award for the entry midsize car category. The study, based on an annual J.D. Power automotive study, is designed to find out what women find most important when buying a new automobile.

Tucson

The Northwest Automotive Press Association named the Tucson the 2005 “New SUV of the Year” in the under-$25,000 category at the annual MudFest event.

Owners of the all new Hyundai Tucson rated it tops in Vehicle Satisfaction for the Compact SUV category in the 2005 AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Survey. Tucson shared the award with the Honda Element.

Hyundai's all-new compact SUV, the 2005 Tucson, was named the highest quality all-new model launched in the industry in 2005 by J.D. Power and Associates in it annual Initial Quality Study.

The Hyundai Tucson SUV earned honors from Mother Proof, LLC (www.motherproof.com) as the “Best Overall Value” in its annual awards honoring vehicles best suited for busy moms (2005).



2004 Hyundai Honors and Awards

Corporate Awards

J.D. Power and Associates: 2004 J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Study.

Hyundai Motor America moved up 8 rankings from last year and finished in a tie for second place.
The Hyundai Sonata midsize sedan was named the 2004 Award recipient in the J.D. Power and Associates IQS for having the highest initial quality in the Entry Midsize Car category.
Every model in Hyundai's U.S. model lineup is now ranked above industry average in IQS.
In the 2004 J.D. Power Customer Retention Survey, Hyundai ranked 4th with a retention rate of 57.6%.

Strategic Vision:

In the 2004 Strategic Vision Total Value Index study Brand Report Card, Hyundai finished in second spot (behind Lexus) with a score of 766.

Vehicle-Specific Awards

Accent

Named “Best Bet” by The Car Book, 2004, earning 10 points on a 10-point scale. The Car Book ranks vehicles in seven areas: crash safety, fuel economy, repair and maintenance costs, warranties, insurance costs, safety features and complaint history.

Elantra

Strategic Vision Total Value Index 2004: The Hyundai Elantra was selected as Best Value in the Small Car category.

Elantra won Strategic Vision’s 2004 Total Quality Award for best small car ownership experience.

Santa Fe

S anta Fe was named one of the “Best of 2004 Compact SUVs” by AutoWorld Magazine in December 2003 issue with Honda CR-V and Ford Escape.

NWAPA awarded the 2004 Santa Fe (3.5-liter) with the “Best Value” award following Mud Fest 2003.

Named “Best Bet” by The Car Book, 2004, earning 9 points on a 10-point scale. The Car Book ranks vehicles in seven areas: crash safety, fuel economy, repair and maintenance costs, warranties, insurance costs, safety features and complaint history.

Named “Best in Class” in AutoPacific 2004 Vehicle Satisfaction Awards in the Standard Mid-Size Sport Utility (third year in a row).

In the 2004 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study, the Hyundai Santa Fe finished in second place in the Entry Level Sport Utility Vehicle segment.

Santa Fe won Strategic Vision’s 2004 Total Quality Award for best small SUV ownership experience.

The Hyundai Santa Fe GLS 4WD was named the Best Value Small SUV in the October 2004 edition of Smart Money magazine.

Sonata

In J.D. Power and Associates 2004 Initial Quality Study, the Hyundai Sonata was named the 2004 award recipient for having the highest initial quality in the Entry Midsize Car category.

Sonata won Strategic Vision’s 2004 Total Quality Award for best compact car ownership experience (tie).

Tiburon

AutoWorld Magazine named the Tiburon to its “Best of 2004 Coupes Under 30K” list in the December issue with Mini Cooper S and Honda Accord coupe.

Tucson

The Northwest Automotive Press Association named the Tucson the 2005 new SUV of the year in the under-$25,000 category at the annual MudFest event.

The Tucson earned honors from Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine as the Best New Small SUV in November 2004

XG350

Strategic Vision Total Value Index 2004: the Hyundai XG350 (in a tie with the Acura TSX) was named Best Value in the Mid-Size Car category

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Here is a new one for the Sonata:


CARMAX NAMES SONATA ONE OF THE BEST CARS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 08/27/2007 CarMax, Inc. has named the Hyundai Sonata as one of the top 10 cars for college students. To help students and parents find the best car, CarMax, Inc., the nation’s largest retailer of used cars and Driver’s Edge, a national nonprofit organization that provides youth driver education, have teamed up to recommend the top cars based on safety features, cost, reliability and style. These recommendations also take the vehicle’s National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration ratings into consideration.

“Sonata is the only midsize sedan under $20,000 with lifesaving Electronic Stability Control as standard equipment,” said Dave Zuchowski, vice president, national sales for Hyundai Motor America. “The American-made Sonata is a smart choice for parents in the competitive midsize sedan segment and the car’s styling and value characteristics will appeal to the students as well.”

This year’s CarMax.com top car recommendations for college students fulfill both the parents’ safety and reliability demands and the young drivers’ requirements for looks and performance.

All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai Advantage, America’s Best Warranty. Hyundai buyers are protected by a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, a five-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, a seven-year/unlimited-mile anti-perforation warranty and five-year/unlimited-mile roadside assistance protection.

ABOUT CARMAX

CarMax, a fortune 500 company and one of the FORTUNE 2007 “100 Best Companies to Work For,” is the nation’s largest retailer of used cars. Headquartered in Richmond, Va., CarMax currently operates 81 used car superstores in 38 markets. The CarMax consumer offer is structured around four core equities: low, no-haggle prices; a broad selection; high quality vehicles; and consumer-friendly service. During the twelve months ended February 28, 2007, the company retailed 337,021 vehicles and sold 208,959 wholesale vehicles at its in-store auctions. For more information, access the CarMax website at www.carmax.com.

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And more for a bunch of Hyundai vehicles.


HYUNDAI WINS FOUR AUTOPACIFIC 2007 IDEAL VEHICLE AWARDS
SONATA, ELANTRA, TUCSON AND ENTOURAGE EARN TOP CATEGORY HONORS

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 09/05/2007 Automotive research and consulting firm AutoPacific announced today that Hyundai has won the 2007 Ideal Vehicle Award in four product segments:

· Most Ideal Premium Mid-Size Car: Hyundai Sonata
· Most Ideal Compact Car: Hyundai Elantra
· Most Ideal Compact Crossover SUV: Hyundai Tucson*
· Most Ideal Minivan: Hyundai Entourage
*Hyundai Tucson also took home the Vehicle Satisfaction Award

AutoPacific’s second annual Ideal Vehicle Awards (IVA) ranked auto manufacturers for how closely their 2007 model year cars or trucks came to matching owners’ expectations and criteria. The vehicles that customers said they would change the least were considered the most “ideal.” Measurements for the award include consumer trust, anticipation, expectations and reality.

“Hyundai has done an outstanding job understanding their target buyer and is creating the product that is ‘ideal’ for its buyers,” said AutoPacific’s President, George Peterson.

“These awards are a reflection of Hyundai’s continued commitment to our customers,” said John Krafcik, vice president, Product Development and Strategic Planning, Hyundai Motor America. “The Hyundai brand stands for industry-leading quality, superior standard safety technology, and great value – with these values we’ll continue to work hard to meet the expectations of our customers.”

To determine the winners, AutoPacific asked owners to rate their new car or truck on how close it came to “ideal” in the following areas: exterior size; passenger roominess; cargo space; driver’s seat comfort; driver’s seat visibility; interior technology; power; ease of getting in and out; interior storage compartments; and tires and wheels. The IVA ratings reflect input from buyers of new vehicles purchased from September 2006 through December 2006. Over 24,000 respondents provided input for these awards.

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Veracruz, Santa Fe and Azera mentions.


HYUNDAI VERACRUZ NAMED "BEST CROSSOVER SUV"
2007 VERACRUZ LISTED AS BEST CONSUMER DEAL IN KIPLINGER'S 2007 "BEST LIST"

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 11/06/2007 Kiplinger’s Personal Finance named Hyundai Veracruz the “Best Crossover SUV” in its 2007 “Best List” featured in the November issue.

The Kiplinger’s Personal Finance “Best List” features more than 50 favorites, from mutual funds, retirement-planning tools and credit cards to travel and consumer deals. The editors and analysts evaluated a dozen crossover SUV’s to name the Veracruz as the “Best” for consumers shopping in the crossover SUV market.

According to Kiplinger editors’, “Among crossover SUV’s, the Hyundai Veracruz can be accessorized to compare with much pricier luxury crossovers.” The all-new Veracruz combines a sleek exterior design and upscale interior amenities with 3.8-liter DOHC V6 engine performance and standard safety features including Electronic Stability Control (ESC).

“Hyundai is honored to receive this recognition as it continues to elevate the brand by reinforcing Hyundai’s commitment to providing quality vehicles,” said John Krafcik, vice president of strategic planning and product development, Hyundai Motor America. “The Veracruz is the ultimate in affordable luxury offering consumers the sophistication they would expect of any premium crossover.”



HYUNDAI AZERA AND SANTA FE RECEIVE STRATEGIC VISION'S BEST-IN-CLASS 2007 TOTAL VALUE AWARDS

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 11/06/2007 Strategic Vision has awarded the Hyundai Azera and Santa Fe “Best-In-Class” in the 2007 Total Value Index™ (TVI) Report that evaluates vehicle owner satisfaction. The results placed the Hyundai Santa Fe a top the small SUV segment with a score of 781, beating competitors such as the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V. The Azera topped the large car segment for the second year in a row with a score of 778, beating American rivals such as Dodge Charger, Mercury Montego and Ford 500.

According to Strategic Vision president, Alexander Edwards, “The Azera and Santa Fe both led their segments by providing products high in perceived quality, providing exceptional features, and being exceptionally priced – all supported with Hyundai’s warranty.”

The TVI research is based on the ratings of new vehicle owners. Calculations incorporate variables that make up ownership experience and owner comments in relation to expected reliability, expected fuel economy, price paid and expected resale value.

“The Strategic Vision TVI awards for the Azera and Santa Fe clearly signify the quality and excellence consumers feel when they purchase Hyundai vehicles,” said John Krafcik, vice president of Product Development and Strategic Planning. “Outstanding value equals great design, quality, safety and performance – all of which are elements of a Hyundai.”

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Another one for the Entourage.


HYUNDAI ENTOURAGE NAMED A CONSUMERS DIGEST "BEST BUY"

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 11/26/2007 Consumers Digest named the Hyundai Entourage a 2008 Automotive “Best Buy” in the van category.

According to the Consumers Digest editors, “Though the Entourage is the budget-minded entry in the minivan market, it’s anything but a stripped-down model. It is fitted with a powerful 250-hp 3.8-liter V6 engine and five-speed automatic transmission. The 60/40-split third-row bench folds easily into the floor, and the middle-row seats flip and fold forward for up to 172 cu. ft. of cargo capacity. Safety features are plentiful and include six airbags, Electronic Stability Control, anti-lock brakes with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist, and active front head restraints to help minimize whiplash injuries.”

Consumers Digest evaluated over 200 available models to identify those that they believe offer the most value for the money in their respective vehicle classes. The “Best Buy” ratings are derived from test driving, safety ratings, ownership costs, warranty, price, comfort, ergonomics, style and amenities. Some of the performance values tested includes starting and acceleration, braking, gear shifting, steering, handling, ride quality and fuel economy.

“Entourage offers the comfort, safety and value that families are looking for in the minivan market,” said Wayne Killen, director of product planning, Hyundai Motor America. “It’s rewarding that Consumers Digest recognized the Entourage for its segment leadership.”

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Veracruz.


HYUNDAI VERACRUZ EARNS "BEST NEW FAMILY VEHICLE" HONORS
2008 HYUNDAI VERACRUZ RECOGNIZED BY KELLEY BLUE BOOK'S KBB.COM FOR BEING SAFE, ROOMY AND AFFORDABLE

Fountain Valley, CA, 02/12/2008 Kelley Blue Book (www.kbb.com), the leading provider of new- and used-vehicle information, named the 2008 Hyundai Veracruz to its first list of “Best New Family Vehicles.”

From a long list of vehicles, the expert editors of Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com selected this year’s 10 Best New Family Vehicles by evaluating each on factors such as safety, interior space, price, resale value, fuel efficiency, capability and, importantly, kid-friendliness.

“If you're intrigued by the idea of treating your family to premium accommodations at mass-market prices, you'll want to check out the seven-passenger Veracruz mid-size crossover,” said Jack R. Nerad, executive editorial director and executive market analyst, Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com. “The quiet, comfortable, well-appointed Veracruz starts just under $28,000, offers a long list of desirable options and is backed by a reassuringly comprehensive warranty that includes 100,000-mile powertrain coverage and five-year, 24-hour roadside assistance.”

When introduced in 2007, the all-new seven-passenger Veracruz took the auto industry by storm, raising the bar on what consumers could expect in the premium, midsize crossover segment. Building on that momentum, the Veracruz got even better in 2008, adding an all-new navigation system, designed for Hyundai by LG, one of the world’s leading electronics manufacturers. The Veracruz comes with a standard 3.8-liter V6 engine, a third row seat, an AM/FM/XM Satellite Radio®/CD/MP3 audio system that includes six speakers, as well as plenty of advanced safety equipment. The Veracruz utilizes the latest in active and passive safety technologies, including standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) for impressive stopping distance for a vehicle of its size, anti-whiplash active front head restraints and six airbags with side air curtains that protect all three rows during side impacts. The vehicle also received the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) five-star frontal and side crash ratings in the sport utility vehicle segment.

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More Sonata love.


HYUNDAI SONATA EARNS "GREENER CHOICES OF 2008" HONORS
2008 HYUNDAI SONATA RECEIVES ENVIRONMENTAL HONORS FROM THE AMERICAN COUNCIL FOR AN ENERGY-EFFICIENT ECONOMY (ACEEE)

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 02/22/2008 The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) recognized the 2008 Hyundai Sonata on its “Greener Choices 2008” list that features widely available gasoline-powered cars and light trucks with automatic transmissions. The Sonata will be listed in the ACEEE’s Green Book® Online, an annual consumers’ guide to environmentally-friendly cars and trucks.

“The award for our clean, fuel-efficient Sonata recognizes Hyundai’s commitment to the environment,” said John Krafcik, vice president of Strategic Planning and Product Development, Hyundai Motor America. “Like industry leading quality and safety, environmental sensitivity is another element of the value equation that makes Hyundai such a smart choice for consumers.”

The “Greener Choices 2008” list is based on automakers' test results for fuel economy and emissions as reported to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, California Air Resources Board, and other specifications reported by automakers.

The 2008 Hyundai Sonata four cylinder model achieved a green score of 39 out of 100 and is certified as an Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV), delivering up to 30 mpg (automatic transmission/highway). The fuel-efficient 2.4-liter DOHC inline-four cylinder engine features four valves per cylinder with Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT), giving the engine a very broad powerband, coupled with high fuel efficiency and low emissions.

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Lots of Hyundai safety love.


THE CAR BOOK 2008 HONORS FIVE HYUNDAI MODELS WITH "BEST BET" SELECTIONS
HYUNDAI'S ACCENT, ELANTRA, SONATA, TUCSON AND ENTOURAGE RECOGNIZED FOR MEETING THE SAFETY AND PERFORMANCE NEEDS OF THE AMERICAN BUYER

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 03/13/2008 Hyundai continues to collect awards for its revamped model lineup adding “Best Bet” distinction for five of its vehicles in The Car Book 2008. Accent, Elantra, Sonata, Tucson and Entourage all earned the title “Best Bet” from author Jack Gillis and the Center for Auto Safety. For 28 years, The Car Book has selected vehicles for this distinction based on how well they respond to the safety and performance needs of today’s consumer.

The Car Book analyzes new vehicles each year to identify vehicles that make a significant contribution to bettering the market. “Best Bet” ratings designate The Car Book’s highest-rated cars in each of the size categories. Ratings are based on expected performance in ten important categories: crash tests, safety features, fuel economy, rollover, repair costs, preventative maintenance, warranties, insurance costs and complaints, with the heaviest emphasis on safety.

The following are the “Best Bet” categories for each winning Hyundai model:
Accent: Subcompact
Elantra: Compact
Sonata: Intermediate
Tucson: Small SUV
Entourage: Minivan

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Consumer Reports listed the 2008 Elantra SE as the #1 Best Small Car, with the GLS version coming in at #9.

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Elantra and Tucson get some love.


TUCSON AND ELANTRA MAKE BACK-TO-SCHOOL CARS LISTS BY KELLEY BLUE BOOK'S KBB.COM

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 09/03/2008 Kelley Blue Book’s www.kbb.com recognized the 2008 Hyundai Tucson as a “Top 10 New Back-to-School Car” and the 2006 Hyundai Elantra as a “Top 10 Used Back-to-School Car.” The “Top 10” lists are designed to help students and parents decide which vehicles are best to consider for their next automotive purchase by offering expert advice from www.kbb.com editors and top recommendations for getting to and from class in an economical and reliable new or used car.

“There are so many options these days, in both the new- and used-car realm, for safe, fun and affordable back-to-school rides,” said Jack R. Nerad, executive editorial director and executive market analyst, Kelley Blue Book and www.kbb.com. “Hyundai offers vehicles that are better built and better equipped than ever before, and more importantly, they include potentially life-saving standard safety features at prices that parents and students will find difficult to beat.”
The 2008 Tucson boasts safety and convenience with standard safety features like active front head restraints, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and six airbags. It also offers new entertainment upgrades to better fit a student’s lifestyle, such as standard XM Satellite Radio® and an auxiliary audio input allowing drivers to listen to music from their iPod® or mp3 player.

The affordable 2006 Elantra earns high marks with a comprehensive list of standard and available safety features, earning five stars in National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and a "Good" score in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's (IIHS) crash testing. With more interior volume than key competitors Civic and Corolla, the Elantra provides comfortable and versatile seating for all.

All of the new cars on this year's Back-to-School lists from Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com feature starting New Car Blue Book Values of less than $18,000, while all used cars have a Kelley Blue Book Suggested Retail Value of less than $12,000.

“We’re very honored to have our vehicles recognized by kbb.com as a smart option parents should consider for their children,” said Tim Benner, national manager, Product Development, Hyundai Motor America. “The Tucson and Elantra come equipped with robust standard safety packages, expansive interiors and fuel-efficient engines – all at an affordable price. The Elantra and Tucson exemplify the quality and value that parents are looking for when they are shopping for the household fleet.”

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Elantra and Tucson get some love.


TUCSON AND ELANTRA MAKE BACK-TO-SCHOOL CARS LISTS BY KELLEY BLUE BOOK'S KBB.COM

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 09/03/2008 Kelley Blue Book’s www.kbb.com recognized the 2008 Hyundai Tucson as a “Top 10 New Back-to-School Car” and the 2006 Hyundai Elantra as a “Top 10 Used Back-to-School Car.” The “Top 10” lists are designed to help students and parents decide which vehicles are best to consider for their next automotive purchase by offering expert advice from www.kbb.com editors and top recommendations for getting to and from class in an economical and reliable new or used car.

“There are so many options these days, in both the new- and used-car realm, for safe, fun and affordable back-to-school rides,” said Jack R. Nerad, executive editorial director and executive market analyst, Kelley Blue Book and www.kbb.com. “Hyundai offers vehicles that are better built and better equipped than ever before, and more importantly, they include potentially life-saving standard safety features at prices that parents and students will find difficult to beat.”
The 2008 Tucson boasts safety and convenience with standard safety features like active front head restraints, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and six airbags. It also offers new entertainment upgrades to better fit a student’s lifestyle, such as standard XM Satellite Radio® and an auxiliary audio input allowing drivers to listen to music from their iPod® or mp3 player.

The affordable 2006 Elantra earns high marks with a comprehensive list of standard and available safety features, earning five stars in National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and a "Good" score in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's (IIHS) crash testing. With more interior volume than key competitors Civic and Corolla, the Elantra provides comfortable and versatile seating for all.

All of the new cars on this year's Back-to-School lists from Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com feature starting New Car Blue Book Values of less than $18,000, while all used cars have a Kelley Blue Book Suggested Retail Value of less than $12,000.

“We’re very honored to have our vehicles recognized by kbb.com as a smart option parents should consider for their children,” said Tim Benner, national manager, Product Development, Hyundai Motor America. “The Tucson and Elantra come equipped with robust standard safety packages, expansive interiors and fuel-efficient engines – all at an affordable price. The Elantra and Tucson exemplify the quality and value that parents are looking for when they are shopping for the household fleet.”

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