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Tuesday, February 19, 2013
The new Hyundai Elantra adds a coupe and a hatchback for 2013
There are many features on this car so consider it a real option, with competition coming in from the Chevrolet Cruze, Ford Focus, Toyota Corolla, and the Mazda 3.
Redesigned a few years ago, this year’s Elantra is all about cool styling and a good gas mileage record even with a standout engine.
There are two trims on the 2013 Hyundai Elantra the GLS and Limited. The GLS trim has 16-inch steel wheels, heated mirrors, power accessories, height-adjustable driver seat, tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, and a 60/40 split-folding rear seat.
Also available on the automatic transmission GLS is the Preferred package offering the same size alloy wheels, fog lamps, heated front seats, lighted vanity mirrors, and steering wheel audio controls.
If you want those extras standard then opt for the Limited sedan but with 17-inch alloy wheels, sunroof, leather upholstery, power driver seat, and heated front and rear seats.
On this one you can opt for the Technology package and you get headlamps, keyless ignition/entry, rearview camera, dual-zone automatic climate control, and an upgraded audio system.
Under the hood, the 2013 Hyundai Elantra will give you front-wheel drive and a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine with 148 horsepower and 131 pound-feet of torque. A manual transmission is standard, but you can get a six-speed automatic on the Limited.
Safety on the Hyundai Elantra is impressive with traction and stability control, antilock disc brakes, active front head restraints, and front seat side-impact and side curtain airbags.
Inside the Hyundai Elantra, the interior boasts a center stack climate control system with a nice look and it’s easy to navigate. Of course, on an upgrade there is also the leather seating, heated front and rear seats and a rearview camera.
While the Hyundai Elantra is a compact, the space will fool you. There is 14.8 cubic feet of cargo room in the trunk and the 60/40 split pass is a good size too.
For tall drivers and passengers, this is definitely a go-to vehicle and even the backseat is good on the legroom, but headroom might offer a challenge in some cases.
For the behind-the-wheel experience, the 2013 Hyundai Elantra has plenty of power, is a quiet ride takes the curves handing just fine and could be considered “best all around.”
Should You Need to Know: This year the 2013 Hyundai Elantra sedan saw little change other than the introduction of the coupe and hatchback model body styles.
Miles Per Gallon: I drove the 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe GS PZEV with 28 miles per gallon in the city and 39 miles per gallon on the highway.
Cost: The 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe GS PZEV price tag came in at $19,315.
Source: Washington Times
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Spied! Refreshed Hyundai Tucson Caught Covering Revised Grille, Taillights
Although the crossover
wears a decent amount of camouflage, we can see a new grille design
peeking out from underneath. Don’t be surprised if the refreshed
Tucson’s front end resembles the one found on the fuel-cell powered Tucson (pictured below), which means a trapezoidal front grille with chrome horizontal slats replacing the split grille found on the current car. Foglights also appear to have a circular design versus squared-off ones on the current Tucson.
A revised taillight design may also make it on the production 2014 Tucson, similar to the changes spotted on a 2014 Sonata in a commercial
aired during the Super Bowl. Based on our sneak-peek inside the Tucson
mule, it appears the refreshed crossover may not see major changes. The
protruding chrome-lined instrument gauges remain, as does the familiar
center stack. Engine tweaks on the U.S.-spec model could boost EPA-rated
fuel economy,
but for now, we’ll just have to wait and see the freshened-up car when
it’s revealed, likely at the Frankfurt show in September.The Hyundai Tucson could benefit from some changes, considering it finished in ninth place for 2012 sales in the popular compact crossover
class. What does the refreshed Tucson need to move up the ranks? Let us know in the comments below.Photo Source: CarPix
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Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Hyundai wins 5-Year Cost to Own awards from KBB.com
The 2013 Veloster won in the Compact Car Segment, the 2013 Veloster Turbo took first place in the Sporty Compact category, and the 2013 Sonata topped the Mid-Size Car segment.
Each vehicle was found to have the lowest cost of ownership over the initial 5-year ownership period, compared to any other car in their category.
The awards will be presented to Hyundai at the 2013 Chicago Auto Show on Feb. 7.
2013 Veloster Turbo wins lowest 5-Year Cost to Own Award
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Hyundai
According to KBB.com, the awards exist to help shoppers make more informed new-car buying decisions by breaking down typical ownership cost details and naming the brands and models with the lower projected five-year total.
“The 5-Year Cost to Own Awards honor the vehicles and brands, both luxury and non-luxury, with the lowest projected ownership costs,” said Dan Ingle, vice president of vehicle valuations for Kelley Blue Book. “Highly competitive pricing and lower depreciation costs provide Hyundai’s vehicle line-up with a notable advantage. Coupled with impressive fuel economy and affordable insurance rates, it is no surprise that Hyundai is taking this honor in multiple vehicle segments.”
Winning the Compact Segment was the 2013 Hyundai Veloster with a 5-Year Cost to Own of $30,902. The runners up were the 2013 Dodge Dart and the 2013 Toyota Corolla.
The 2013 Veloster Turbo was the winner of the Sporty Compact Car segment with a 5-Year Cost to Own of $35,607. The runners up were the 2013 Ford Focus ST and the 2013 Mazda MAZDASPEED3.
The Mid-Size Segment winner was the 2013 Hyundai Sonata. Its 5-Year Cost to Own is $38,232. Runners up to the Sonata were the 2013 Nissan Altima and the 2013 Honda Accord.
“Low cost of ownership is one area in which Hyundai strives to be industry-leading,” said Scott Margason, director, Product Planning, Hyundai Motor America.
“Receiving these awards from KBB.com showcases our ability to cater to the varying dynamics of our customers. Regardless of which vehicle our customers choose - a trendy and ergonomic Veloster, a sport-focused Veloster Turbo, or a family-oriented and user-friendly Sonata - value for money and low cost to own are truly characteristic of the Hyundai ownership experience", Margason added.
The 5-Year Cost to Own awards are presented annually in conjunction with the Chicago Auto Show.
The 2013 KBB.com 5-Year Cost to Own Awards will honor individual winners in 22 different market segments, plus two overall brand winners.
The comprehensive evaluation criteria used to determine the most deserving cars, trucks, SUVs and minivans include their Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price, projected depreciation, financing costs, insurance costs and state fees as well as the anticipated total cost of fuel, scheduled maintenance and repairs.
The KBB.com 5-Year Cost to Own projections are calculated at a granular vehicle level (e.g. 2013 Toyota Camry LE Sedan w/ V-6). To obtain make-model level 5-Year Cost to Own projections, Kelley Blue Book averages the vehicle level ownership cost projections to the model level, using actual new-car sales figures.
The vehicles, across all segments, with the lowest 5-Year Cost to Own values were:
- 2013 Scion IQ - $27,006
- 2013 Hyundai Veloster - $30,902
- 2013 Honda Insight - $33,014
- 2013 Jeep Patriot - $35,161
- 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo - $35,607
Source: Examiner
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