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J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Initial Quality Study Ranks Hyundai Santa Cruz Top in Segment

  • Santa Cruz Sport Adventure Vehicle tops Midsize Pickup segment
  • Hyundai advances seven ranks to achieve third place among mass-market brands
  • Hyundai Elantra finishes third in the popular Compact Car segment
  • Hyundai Tucson finishes third in the popular Compact SUV segment


FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 27, 2024 – 
The J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Initial Quality Study (IQS)sm ranked the Hyundai Santa Cruz as America’s Best Midsize Pickup in initial quality today. Additional vehicles in Hyundai’s lineup performed well, with the Hyundai Elantra and Tucson finishing third in their respective segments. Overall, as a brand, Hyundai improved by seven ranks to secure third place among mass-market automakers, exceeding the mass-market brand average by 19 PP100.

J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Initial Quality Study Ranks Hyundai Santa Cruz Top in Segment

Robert Mansfield, vice president, of global automotive, J.D. Power, presents the J.D. Power IQS Best Midsize Pickup trophy for the Hyundai Santa Cruz to Omar Rivera, executive director, quality and service engineering, Hyundai Motor North America in Fountain Valley, Calif., June 26, 2024. (Photo/Hyundai)

“This trophy underscores Hyundai’s commitment to delivering vehicles of the highest quality,” said Omar Rivera, executive director, of quality and service engineering, Hyundai Motor America. The Santa Cruz not only offers innovative design and versatility, but it also exemplifies our meticulous attention to detail, advanced engineering, and rigorous quality control. We are dedicated to continuously enhancing the quality of our vehicles and ensuring that our customers are always satisfied.”

Study Highlights:

  • The J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Initial Quality Study is based on responses from 99,144 purchasers and lessees of new 2024 model-year vehicles surveyed early in their ownership period. This is the study’s 38th year.
  • J.D. Power measures initial quality by the number of problems experienced per 100 vehicles (PP100) during the first 90 days of ownership. A lower score reflects higher quality.  
  • Conducted between July 2023 through May 2024, J.D. Power’s 2024 IQS study is the result of 227 Voice of the Customer (VOC) questions plus relevant repair data survey organized into 10 categories: infotainment; features, control and displays; exterior; driving assistance; interior; powertrain; seats; driving experience; climate; and unspecified (unique to repair). The study is designed to provide automakers with information to help identify problems and drive product improvement.


About J.D. Power
J.D. Power is a global leader in automotive data and analytics, and provides industry intelligence, consumer insights and advisory solutions to the automotive industry and selected non-automotive industries. J.D. Power leverages its extensive proprietary datasets and software capabilities combined with advanced analytics and artificial intelligence tools to help its clients optimize business performance.

J.D. Power was founded in 1968 and has offices in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. To learn more about the company's business offerings, visit JDPower.com/business. The J.D. Power auto-shopping tool can be found at JDPower.com.

Hyundai Motor America                                                                          
Hyundai Motor America offers U.S. consumers a technology-rich lineup of cars, SUVs, and electrified vehicles, while supporting Hyundai Motor Company’s Progress for Humanity vision. Hyundai has significant operations in the U.S., including its North American headquarters in California, the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama assembly plant, the all-new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (in development in Georgia), and several cutting-edge R&D facilities. These operations, combined with those of Hyundai’s 835 independent dealers, contribute $20.1 billion annually and 190,000 jobs to the U.S. economy, according to a recent economic impact report. For more information, visit www.hyundainews.com.

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Hyundai Santa Fe Named Top Midsize SUV in J.D. Power 2024 U.S. APEAL Study

  • All-new 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe tops Midsize SUV segment in driver satisfaction
  • Hyundai advances three ranks to achieve fourth place among mass-market brands
  • 2024 Hyundai Kona secures second place in Small SUV segment


FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., July 25, 2024 – 
J.D. Power has named the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe as the most appealing vehicle in the midsize SUV segment in the 2024 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) StudySM. The newly launched Santa Fe received high marks for its exceptional consumer appeal and satisfaction in its segment. In addition, Hyundai’s lineup showed strong performance overall, with the Hyundai Kona securing second place in its respective segment and demonstrating significant improvements across various categories. As a brand, Hyundai climbed three ranks to achieve fourth place among mass-market automakers.

Hyundai Santa Fe Named Top Midsize SUV in J.D. Power 2024 U.S. APEAL Study

Robert Mansfield, vice president, global automotive, J.D. Power, presents the J.D. Power APEAL Best Midsize SUV trophy for the Hyundai Santa Fe to Ricky Lao, director, product planning and mobility strategy, Hyundai Motor North America and Olabisi Boyle, senior vice president, product planning and mobility strategy, Hyundai Motor North America in Fountain Valley, Calif., July 23, 2024. (Photo/Hyundai)

“We are honored to have Santa Fe recognized for standing out in this competitive segment,” said Olabisi Boyle, senior vice president, product planning and mobility strategy, Hyundai Motor North America.  “This achievement highlights Santa Fe’s bold, rugged design, spacious interior, and smart tech that deeply resonate with the community. Its standout aesthetic and family-friendly features reflect our commitment to blending style, innovation, comfort, and safety.”

About J.D. Power
J.D. Power is a global leader in automotive data and analytics, and provides industry intelligence, consumer insights and advisory solutions to the automotive industry and selected non-automotive industries. J.D. Power leverages its extensive proprietary datasets and software capabilities combined with advanced analytics and artificial intelligence tools to help its clients optimize business performance.

J.D. Power was founded in 1968 and has offices in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. To learn more about the company's business offerings, visit JDPower.com/business. The J.D. Power auto-shopping tool can be found at JDPower.com.

Hyundai Motor America
Hyundai Motor America offers U.S. consumers a technology-rich lineup of cars, SUVs, and electrified vehicles, while supporting Hyundai Motor Company’s Progress for Humanity vision. Hyundai has significant operations in the U.S., including its North American headquarters in California, the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama assembly plant, the all-new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (in development in Georgia), and several cutting-edge R&D facilities. These operations, combined with those of Hyundai’s 835 independent dealers, contribute $20.1 billion annually and 190,000 jobs to the U.S. economy, according to a recent economic impact report. For more information, visit www.hyundainews.com.

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Hyundai Motor Wins 17 'Red Dot Award: Brand & Communications' Prizes, including Three 'Best of the Best'

  • ‘Best of the Best’ recognitions include ‘The Ad That Should Have Been’ campaign, the ‘Autonomous Driving Technology by Hyundai IONIQ 5 Robotaxi’ campaign, and the ‘Unveiling E-GMP’ exhibition
  • The ‘Autonomous Driving Technology by Hyundai IONIQ 5 Robotaxi’ and FIFA Women’s World Cup ‘How Far We’ve Come’ campaigns named ‘Winners’ in multiple categories


SEOUL, Sept. 1, 2024
 – Hyundai Motor Company announced today it has won 17 Red Dot Award: Brand & Communications Design 2024 accolades, including three ‘Best of the Best’ and 14 ‘Winner’ awards across eight categories. The ‘Best of the Best’ honorees include ‘The Ad That Should Have Been’ print ad campaign, the ‘Autonomous Driving Technology by Hyundai IONIQ 5 Robotaxi’ advertising film, and the ‘Unveiling E-GMP’ brand experience exhibition.

‘The Ad That Should Have Been’ campaign celebrated the comeback of the Pony Coupe Concept, Hyundai Motor’s first concept car and a key part of the brand’s design heritage. The ad pays homage to the golden age of automotive advertising, incorporating vintage elements such as layout, logos and photo editing techniques.

The ‘Autonomous Driving Technology by Hyundai IONIQ 5 Robotaxi’ advertising film demonstrates the safety of Hyundai Motor’s autonomous driving technology and offers a vision of a future where everyone, including the visually impaired, enjoys freedom of movement through mobility solutions. The ad also won silver and bronze awards in Film Craft and Film respectively at the New York Festival Advertising Award 2024, as well as gold and crystal awards in PR Stars and Film Stars respectively at the MAD STARS 2024.

The ongoing ‘Unveiling E-GMP’ exhibition at the IONIQ Lab brand experience center in Bangkok, Thailand, showcases the technology and beauty of Hyundai Motor Group’s dedicated EV platform, E-GMP, through a ‘live’ robotic performance.

“Hyundai Motor Company’s continued success at the Red Dot Award competition reaffirms its brand and communications excellence, demonstrating its creativity across various consumer-facing mediums beyond the automotive space,” said Sungwon Jee, Senior Vice President and Global Chief Marketing Officer of Hyundai Motor Company. “Through these initiatives, the brand has been able to convey its commitment to innovation and its vision of ‘Progress for Humanity.’”

In addition to the prestigious ‘Best of the Best’ awards, Hyundai Motor also secured 14 ‘Winner’ awards at the Red Dot Award: Brand & Communications Design 2024.

In the Advertising category, Red Dot recognized Hyundai Motor for its ‘Dogbility’ ad campaign and the FIFA Women’s World Cup ‘How Far We’ve Come’ ad campaign. The company also won in the Film & Animation category for its ‘Autonomous Driving Technology by Hyundai IONIQ 5 Robotaxi’ and the FIFA Women’s World Cup ‘How Far We’ve Come’ campaigns.

Hyundai ‘Advanced Air Mobility: Supernal’ and the accompanying Supernal Book won in the Corporate Design & Identity category, demonstrating Hyundai Motor’s commitment to the concept of society moving and connecting through a new mode of transportation.

The Brand Design & Identity category recognized Hyundai Motor’s heritage ‘PONY’ exhibition branding as well as the related Retrace Magazine’s ‘PONY’ issue and Retrace Collection’s ‘PONY’ book. The Hyundai Re:Style 2023 Achieving Book also won in the Brand Design & Identity category.

Hyundai Motor’s IONIQ Lab in Bangkok was recognized in both the Spatial Communications and Retail Design categories, while the HMG Driving Experience Center in Korea won in Retail Design.

Finally, Hyundai Motor’s CES booth took home a ‘Winner’ award in the Fair Stands category for conveying the company’s vision for hydrogen energy and software-driven transformation.

These multiple awards across various categories showcase Hyundai Motor’s consistent excellence in brand design and communication. Many of the projects have already won other prestigious awards, such as the iF Design Award 2023, IDEA Design Award 2024 and New York Festival Advertising Award 2024, further enhancing the company’s global recognition.

 

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About Hyundai Motor Company
Established in 1967, Hyundai Motor Company is present in over 200 countries with more than 120,000 employees dedicated to tackling real-world mobility challenges around the globe. Based on the brand vision ‘Progress for Humanity,’ Hyundai Motor is accelerating its transformation into a Smart Mobility Solution Provider. The company invests in advanced technologies such as robotics and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) to bring about revolutionary mobility solutions while pursuing open innovation to introduce future mobility services. In pursuit of a sustainable future for the world, Hyundai will continue its efforts to introduce zero-emission vehicles with industry-leading hydrogen fuel cell and EV technologies.

More information about Hyundai Motor and its products can be found at: https://www.hyundai.com/worldwide/en/ or Newsroom: Media Hub by Hyundai 

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IONIQ 6 Achieves Five-star Safety Rating From Euro NCAP

  • Hyundai’s highly anticipated IONIQ 6 Electrified Streamliner has achieved the maximum five-star rating in the Euro NCAP safety test
  • The newest model in Hyundai’s all-electric IONIQ line-up brand excelled in the ‘Adult Occupant’, ‘Child Occupant’ and ‘Safety Assist’ categories
  • IONIQ 6 is equipped with the next level of Hyundai SmartSense Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, ensuring safety for drivers, passengers and all road users 


Offenbach, 18 November 2022 – 
Hyundai's IONIQ 6 Electrified Streamliner has received the top rating from the independent vehicle assessment organisation European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP). The newest model in Hyundai’s IONIQ line-up brand joins IONIQ 5 in delivering the highest safety standards and achieving the maximum five-star EURO NCAP rating.

Vehicles undergoing Euro NCAP’s safety test are evaluated in four categories: ‘Adult Occupant’, ‘Child Occupant’, ‘Vulnerable Road User’ and ‘Safety Assist’. The five-star-rated Hyundai IONIQ 6 excelled in the ‘Adult Occupant’, ‘Child Occupant’ and ‘Safety Assist’ categories.

“The fact that IONIQ 6 has followed IONIQ 5 in achieving the maximum five-star safety rating from Euro NCAP is proof that not only is Hyundai a leader in future mobility, but also that our models are among the safest in Europe,” says Andreas-Christoph Hofmann, Vice President Marketing and Product at Hyundai Motor Europe. “Hyundai is committed to guaranteeing our customers and all road users a high level of safety and technology-driven mobility solutions, and the latest five-star Euro NCAP rating underlines our success in achieving that goal.”

Advanced driver assistance systems deliver high levels of safety for IONIQ 6 customers
As well as seven airbags as standard, IONIQ 6 is equipped with the next level of Hyundai SmartSense Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, ensuring safety and convenience on the road. These include Highway Driving Assist 2 (HDA 2), which helps to maintain a set distance and speed from the vehicle ahead when driving on a highway and helps to centre the vehicle in the lane while driving, even through a corner.

Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control (NSCC) helps to maintain distance from the vehicle ahead and drive at a speed set by the driver by reflecting the learned driving style of the driver. It also uses the navigation system’s road information to optimise automated driving and perform speed adjustment for safe driving through corners. Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) helps to avoid collisions with objects in front of the vehicle while driving by providing a warning and assisting with the emergency breaking.

Hyundai's IONIQ 6 Electrified Streamliner also includes enhanced functions of Junction Turning, Junction Crossing, Lane-Changing Oncoming and Lane-Changing Side along with Evasive Steering Assist. Other semi-autonomous driving features include Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA), which adjusts vehicle speed to match the speed limit, and High Beam Assist (HBA), which can help switch high beam lights on and off at night for approaching vehicles in the opposite oncoming lane.

IONIQ 6 has several driver attention-related functions, such as Driver Attention Warning (DAW), which analyses the driver's attention while driving, provides a warning when signs of driver inattentiveness are detected and recommends a rest if needed. During a stop, the driver is alerted if the leading vehicle departs.

Certain functions work in tandem to help avoid collisions in a variety of driving situations. Blind-Spot Collision-avoidance Assist (BCA) helps avoid collisions at the rear side of the vehicle when changing lanes. Another function, Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM), displays video of the blind-spot view for a safe lane change. Similarly, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA) helps avoid collisions with oncoming vehicles on the left or right side of the vehicle while reversing.

The latest member of the IONIQ line-up brand also assures the safety of backseat passengers with Safe Exit Warning (SEW), which provides a warning when a vehicle is approaching from the rear-side while getting out of the vehicle. A variety of parking convenience features make parking in a variety of circumstances easier and safer than ever before, including Forward/Side/Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (PCA), which helps avoid collisions with pedestrians and objects around the vehicle while parking or exiting.

Energy to spare with 614 kilometres (about 382 miles[1]) range
IONIQ 6 customers will benefit from Hyundai Motor Group's commitment to developing advanced battery technology that enables stress-free driving performance and long range. With WLTP-rated energy consumption of 13.9 kWh/100 kilometres, IONIQ 6 will be one of the most energy-efficient electric vehicles (EV) on the market, while delivering one of the longest all-electric ranges per charge available, at 614 kilometres (WLTP combined cycle).

Its impressive range performance is made possible in large part by Hyundai Motor Group’s dedicated Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) architecture and the Electrified Streamliner’s ultra-low wind resistance. E-GMP delivers optimal electric performance and provides 800V ultra-fast charging, achieving up to 351 kilometres of range in just 15 minutes, or 10 to 80 per cent in 18 minutes, while also supporting 400V charging without the need for additional components or adapters.

Like IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6 provides the innovative Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) function that allows customers to charge any electric devices — ideal for powering necessities during a power outage, camping or outdoor projects. V2L is enabled using an available accessory adaptor and goes into the outside charging port. In addition to the outside power outlet, there is a second outlet underneath the back row seat for charging laptops, smartphones and other devices.

IONIQ 6 will also be Hyundai’s first model to offer the Over-the-Air (OTA) Software Update feature for various controllers. This technology allows drivers to upgrade the vehicle’s controllers for electric devices, autonomous driving, battery and more, to provide a safer and more convenient driving experience. Drivers can also update maps and media software with the OTA function.

 

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About Hyundai Motor Europe HQ
Hyundai Motor Europe HQ was formally established in 2000 with its main office in Offenbach, Germany. It is the regional headquarter responsible for selling vehicles in 47 European countries through 2,279 sales outlets, taking a 4.8-per cent market share in the third quarter of 2022. Seventy-two per cent of the vehicles Hyundai sold in the region are models engineered, tested, and built in Europe to meet the needs of European customers, served by the company’s extensive European infrastructure. This includes two factories primarily serving Europe: in the Czech Republic and Turkey.

In 2021, Hyundai Motor Company consolidated its position as a leader in the era of electrified mobility with the launch of its fully-electric midsize CUV IONIQ 5, the first model in its new IONIQ line-up brand. This model is built on the Hyundai Motor Group’s innovative Electric Global Modular Platform (E‑GMP). By the third quarter of 2022, more than 16 per cent of Hyundai cars sold in Europe were zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs), including IONIQ 5 and the fully-electric subcompact SUV KONA Electric. This makes Hyundai one of the leading manufacturers in terms of fleet share as well as total sales of zero-emission vehicles in Europe, as the company transitions to becoming a Smart Mobility Solutions Provider.

In July 2022, the company unveiled its IONIQ 6 Electrified Streamliner, which offers an array of advanced technologies, personalised space and features, as well as extended range, to redefine the boundaries of electric mobility. Together with IONIQ 5 and the upcoming IONIQ 7, Hyundai combines its customer-centric, zero-emission vehicle experiences – such as ultra-fast charging, spacious interior, and battery-supplied power – with future innovations that blend design, technology, and services to enhance in-car and out-of-car lifestyle experiences. Hyundai’s Prophecy and SEVEN concept cars already showcase what the company aims to achieve with the upcoming IONIQ models. More than 80 per cent of Hyundai’s line-up in Europe is now available as an electrified version, and the company plans to electrify its entire European line-up beyond 2025.

Hyundai offers its unique Five Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty package with all new cars sold in the region, providing customers with a five-year warranty with no mileage limit, five years of roadside assistance, and five years of vehicle health checks.

More information about Hyundai Motor Europe HQ and its products is available at www.hyundai.news.

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Hyundai Leads Industry with Nine IIHS 2024 TOP SAFETY PICK Recognitions

  • 2024 IONIQ 5 upgraded to TOP SAFETY PICK+
  • 2024 Santa Fe and Sonata each receive TOP SAFETY PICK
  • Parent Company Hyundai Motor Group also leads industry with 18 IIHS TSP/TSP+ awards

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 2, 2024 – Hyundai leads the industry with nine TOP SAFETY PICK recognitions by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS). The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2024 Sonata have received a TOP SAFETY PICK designation and the Hyundai IONIQ 5 has been upgraded to a TOP SAFETY PICK+ by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, (IIHS). The 2024 IONIQ 5 achieved the highest-safety rating, TSP+ due to advancements with rear occupant safety to address the new (ODB 2.0), Offset Deformable crashworthiness evaluation with rear occupant added to the TSP+ requirement.

Hyundai Leads Industry with Nine IIHS 2024 TOP SAFETY PICK Recognitions

The 2024 Hyundai Sonata was photographed in California City, Calif. on Aug. 1, 2023. 

Additional Hyundai products previously awarded 2024 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK or TOP SAFETY PICK+ ratings include:

2024 IONIQ 6 TOP SAFETY PICK+
2024 Kona TOP SAFETY PICK+

2024 Elantra TOP SAFETY PICK
2024 Tucson TOP SAFETY PICK
2024 Palisade TOP SAFETY PICK
2024 Santa Cruz TOP SAFETY PICK

“As Hyundai continues to sustain leadership in the IIHS TSP award designations, we are proud to have two additional products awarded including the new 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe mid-size SUV and new 2024 Hyundai Sonata sedan,” said Cole Stutz, chief safety officer, Hyundai Motor North America. “At Hyundai, we are committed to providing safe vehicles to protect customers and other vulnerable road users.”

Hyundai Leads Industry with Nine IIHS 2024 TOP SAFETY PICK Recognitions

The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe was photographed California City, Calif. on Nov. 15, 2023. 

The focus of the IIHS TSP evaluation is to prevent fatalities on roadways and protect occupants. IIHS announced more strict testing criteria to further protect back seat passengers and improve pedestrian crash avoidance systems. Hyundai stepped-up to the IIHS challenge for tougher testing guidelines by instituting several testing improvements including enhanced side structure, advanced seat belts for rear seat occupants and SmartSense safety features such as Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (with pedestrian detection), Lane Departure and Driver Assist Warnings as standard across the Hyundai product lineup.

According to IIHS, “The standard front crash prevention systems on the Santa Fe and Sonata both earn good ratings for pedestrian crash avoidance, while the system included with the IONIQ 5 is rated acceptable. Additionally, the IONIQ 5 was previously announced as a TOP SAFETY PICK winner before the results of the updated moderate overlap test were available.”

To qualify for an IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK, vehicles must earn a good rating in the small overlap front, original moderate overlap front and updated side tests. While the higher of the Institute’s two awards, TOP SAFETY PICK+, a vehicle must earn good ratings in the small overlap front, updated side tests and no less than an acceptable rating for the updated moderate front crash test. Both, TSP/TSP+ awards must also earn an acceptable or good rating for pedestrian front crash prevention and come with acceptable or good rated headlights equipped on all trim levels. For more information on the changes to the award criteria, visit IIHS.org.

 

Hyundai Motor America
Hyundai Motor America offers U.S. consumers a technology-rich lineup of cars, SUVs, and electrified vehicles, while supporting Hyundai Motor Company’s Progress for Humanity vision. Hyundai has significant operations in the U.S., including its North American headquarters in California, the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama assembly plant, the all-new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (in development in Georgia), and several cutting-edge R&D facilities. These operations, combined with those of Hyundai’s 835 independent dealers, contribute $20.1 billion annually and 190,000 jobs to the U.S. economy, according to a recent economic impact report. For more information, visit www.hyundainews.com.

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Hyundai Wins Multiple Product Recognitions in the 2024 Newsweek Autos Awards

  • Hyundai Elantra named Best Vehicle for First-time New Car Buyers and Top Pick for Urbanites
  • Hyundai IONIQ 5 named Top Pick for Tomorrow Seekers, Suburbanites and New Parents
  • Hyundai IONIQ 6 named Top Pick for Tomorrow Seekers


FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 6, 2024 –Hyundai received six product wins in the 2024 Newsweek Autos Awards. The 2024 Hyundai Elantra was awarded the Best Vehicle for First-time New Car Buyers and Top-Pick for Urbanites. In addition, the IONIQ 5 received three recognitions including Top Pick for Tomorrow Seekers, Suburbanites and New Parents and the IONIQ 6 a Top Pick for Tomorrow Seekers. This year, Newsweek ranked vehicles in thirteen psychographic categories which were chosen to align with new car buyer behavior and driving impressions.  

“A lot of blood, sweat and tears go into our Hyundai products,” said Olabisi Boyle, senior vice president, product planning and mobility strategy, Hyundai Motor North America. “The product recognitions give credit to all the hard-working women and men of Hyundai who continue to listen to the customer and deliver beautifully designed, high quality and safe vehicles that diverse customers want and the reliability they deserve. Regardless of what phase of life you are in, Hyundai offers something for everyone.”

Hyundai Wins Multiple Product Recognitions in the 2024 Newsweek Autos Awards

The 2024 Hyundai Elantra is photographed in Silverado, Calif., May 22, 2023.

Hyundai Motor America
Hyundai Motor America offers U.S. consumers a technology-rich lineup of cars, SUVs, and electrified vehicles, while supporting Hyundai Motor Company’s Progress for Humanity vision. Hyundai has significant operations in the U.S., including its North American headquarters in California, the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama assembly plant, the all-new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (in development in Georgia), and several cutting-edge R&D facilities. These operations, combined with those of Hyundai’s 835 independent dealers, contribute $20.1 billion annually and 190,000 jobs to the U.S. economy, according to a recent economic impact report. For more information, visit www.hyundainews.com.

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Hyundai Wins Car and Driver's Prestigious EV of the Year Accolade for Third Straight Year With 2024 IONIQ 5 N

  • Car and Driver raves: “Hyundai IONIQ 5 N has the cure for electric-car boredom”
  • IONIQ 5 N elevates the Three Pillars of N performance — Corner Rascal, Racetrack Capability and Everyday Sportscar — by leveraging motorsport-bred technologies
  • IONIQ 5 N’s electric motors create a formidable 641 horsepower (478 kW) with N Grin Boost engaged, using a two-stage inverter and new 84-kWh battery


FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 22, 2024
 – It’s a three-peat! Hyundai’s IONIQ 5 N high-performance electric SUV has today been awarded Car and Driver’s prestigious 2024 EV of the Year honors. This is the third straight year Hyundai has captured the award, with the IONIQ 5 N’s victory following on the heels of wins by the IONIQ 6 (2023) and standard IONIQ 5 (2022).

The IONIQ 5 N is Hyundai’s first electrified model to wear an N badge. The vehicle has been received with great acclaim by automotive media and driving enthusiasts since its launch earlier this year, setting a new benchmark for engaging, all-electric high performance. The IONIQ 5 N SUV is offered in a single, fully equipped trim that delivers innovative performance along with unmatched driver engagement and configurability, all paired with a full complement of convenience, driver-assistance, and safety features. Capable of delivering scintillating, prolonged racetrack performance without sacrificing day-to-day livability, IONIQ 5 N represents N brand’s electrification vision and a fresh opportunity for enthusiasts to satisfy their driving passion on both road and track.

“We are incredibly thrilled that our segment-disrupting IONIQ 5 N has won Car and Driver’s impressive 2024 EV of the Year honor,” said Olabisi Boyle, senior vice president, Product Planning and Mobility Strategy, Hyundai Motor North America. “With industry-shaping new EV features like N e-shift and N Grin Boost transforming EV driving engagement like never before, it’s rewarding to be acknowledged by Car and Driver with this significant award.”

Hyundai Wins Car and Driver's Prestigious EV of the Year Accolade for Third Straight Year With 2024 IONIQ 5 N

Hyundai IONIQ 5 N is photographed in California City, Calif., on Sep. 13, 2023.

Hyundai Wins Car and Driver's Prestigious EV of the Year Accolade for Third Straight Year With 2024 IONIQ 5 N

Hyundai IONIQ 5 N is photographed in California City, Calif., on Sep. 13, 2023.

State-of-the-art technology delivers shift feeling and engaging fun in an Everyday Sportscar
Fulfilling the N brand pillar of Everyday Sportscar, IONIQ 5 N delivers an engaging shift feeling and exhilarating driving through its novel integrated N e-shift and N Active Sound+ functions. N e-shift provides unprecedented control over power delivery, replicating the natural, familiar gear-change sensation of a dual-clutch paddle-shift transmission. N Active Sound+ works to underpin this feeling with manually selectable powertrain soundtracks, including the driver’s choice of an ICE-like engine and exhaust or more futuristic sounds for a uniquely immersive enthusiast experience. Together, these features greatly enhance the joy of driving by viscerally and audibly simulating the attributes of a high-performance ICE vehicle.

N e-shift simulates the eight-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) found in N’s internal combustion engine (ICE) cars. This technology replicates gearshifts by controlling motor torque output and simulating the power-shift feeling between gear changes, including synchronized audible cues. There’s even a synthetic redline. As a result, IONIQ 5 N delivers a more entertaining and interactive driving experience that feels far closer to a high-performance ICE model than any other EV.

N Active Sound+ is paired with N e-shift to enhance the driving experience by creating a more visceral and exciting sensory experience. This driver-selectable technology incorporates a 10-speaker system (eight internal, two external) that offers three distinct soundtracks. The ‘Ignition’ theme simulates the sound of an exciting internal-combustion 4-cylinder engine. ‘Evolution’ provides a signature high-performance sound inspired by the RN22e rolling lab prototype, featuring variable volume that is synchronized with lateral g-forces while cornering. The ‘Supersonic’ theme is a unique aural concept inspired by twin-engine fighter jets. The objective of N Active Sound+ isn’t just added sonic excitement; this technology provides the driver with an acoustic reference point to help gauge the power utilized and available during cornering. This capability was borne from thousands of kilometers of vehicle development and testing at the Nürburgring.

Hyundai Motor America
Hyundai Motor America offers U.S. consumers a technology-rich lineup of cars, SUVs, and electrified vehicles, while supporting Hyundai Motor Company’s Progress for Humanity vision. Hyundai has significant operations in the U.S., including its North American headquarters in California, the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama assembly plant, the all-new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (in development in Georgia), and several cutting-edge R&D facilities. These operations, combined with those of Hyundai’s 835 independent dealers, contribute $20.1 billion annually and 190,000 jobs to the U.S. economy, according to a recent economic impact report. For more information, visit www.hyundainews.com.

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