HYUNDAI GENESIS NAMED 2015 AUTOGUIDE.COM CAR OF THE YEAR

The 2015 Hyundai Genesis was named the 2015 AutoGuide.com Car of the Year for its exceptional value, drive quality and design. 

“The Genesis impressed us with high-quality interior materials, refined driving dynamics and dramatic exterior styling that elevates the Hyundai brand as a whole,” said Luke Vandezande, AutoGuide.com managing editor. “More than a great car, the 2015 Genesis is a great luxury car.”

The AutoGuide.com Car of the Year committee evaluated new or significantly refreshed vehicles for the 2015 model year. AutoGuide.com editors crowned Genesis the winner among the finalists including the Audi A3, Ford Mustang, Subaru WRX STI and Volkswagen GTI. Genesis was selected not only for its exceptional value, but also its impressive options at every engine type, including the available 5.0 liter V8.

“Earning the AutoGuide.com Car of the Year for Genesis means that the all-new model has the stamp of approval from some of the auto industry’s most esteemed road test editors,” said Mike O’Brien, vice president of corporate and product planning, Hyundai Motor America. “The Genesis continues to rise above for its smooth drive and handling, high safety ratings, design and value.”

The AutoGuide.com Car of the Year award continues an amazing run of high-level recognition for the Genesis, making it one of the most acclaimed vehicles on the road today. Genesis recently was named a finalist for the prestigious North American Car of the Year, with the winner being announced at the upcoming North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The 2015 Genesis also was recognized as ALG’s Residual Value Award winner in the Premium Full-Size Car segment for being projected to retain the highest percentage of its original price after the typical ownership period of three years compared to competing models.

Furthermore, the redesigned Genesis earned a Top Safety Pick+ from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety,Sedan of the Year from Esquire magazine, Luxury Car of the Year from Popular Mechanics, Best Luxury Car by the Hispanic Motor Press Awards, Best Luxury Sedan from Ruedas ESPN, Car of Texas from the Texas Auto Writers Association, and Top Family Choice from the Greater Atlanta Automotive Media Association.

Representing a bold step forward for Hyundai, the 2015 Genesis is all-new inside and out with a host of premium features and improved dynamics. Riding on a completely revamped platform, the sedan is stiffer and stronger than before. A suite of advanced assistance features such as Rear Cross-traffic Alert, Lane Change Assist, Blind-Spot Detection and Smart Cruise Control are offered. Two engine options are available: a 311 horsepower 3.8 liter V6 and a 420 horsepower 5.0 liter V8, while an advanced HTRAC AWD system is available for the first time on a Hyundai passenger car. With a base pricing starting at $38,000, a true blend of premium value, safety, bold design and superb driving dynamics can be had with the 2015 Hyundai Genesis.

Hyundai Veloster and Santa Fe Win 2014 Vincentric Best CPO Value Awards

Hyundai’s award-winning Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Program added to its accolades as Veloster and Santa Fe won their category in the 2014 Vincentric Best CPO Value in America awards. Hyundai’s three-door sporty coupe won in the subcompact coupe segment, while Santa Fe beat out all other CUV competitors in the mid-size crossover category.

2014 Hyundai Veloster

“Hyundai’s CPO program gives customers an added level of comfort, satisfaction and peace of mind in their vehicle purchase,” said Steve Flood, director, Sales Planning and Retail Operations, Hyundai Motor America. “By selecting a Hyundai CPO vehicle, consumers receive $2,066* of added value over a comparable non-certified used Hyundai. Veloster and Santa Fe are both excellent vehicles offering stylish design and functionality for different lifestyles, and as these awards show, great value.”

The Vincentric Best CPO Value in America awards are vehicle-specific honors that determine the best value certified pre-owned model in each segment. Using a statistical analysis, the company identified the Vincentric Best CPO Value in America winners by measuring which vehicles had lower-than-expected ownership costs given their market segment and price.

Vincentric measures cost of ownership using eight different cost factors: depreciation, fees & taxes, financing, fuel, insurance, maintenance, opportunity cost, and repairs. Each CPO vehicle was evaluated in all 50 states plus D.C. assuming each has been driven 15,000 miles per year, with the expectation that they will be driven an additional 15,000 miles per year over the coming five years.

Hyundai’s CPO program benefits include:

10-year/100,000-mile CPO Powertrain Limited Warranty from the original in-service date and zero (0) miles

150-point inspection

10-year/Unlimited Mileage Roadside assistance from the original in-service date

Rental car reimbursement (up to $35/day for up to 10 days per occurrence)

Towing coverage to the nearest Hyundai dealership

Travel breakdown reimbursement (for breakdowns more than 150 miles from home, up to $100 per day, $500 per occurrence)

90-days of no-charge SiriusXM® satellite radio (for vehicles equipped with SiriusXM®)

Complimentary CARFAX® Vehicle History Reports™

For a full list of Hyundai CPO coverage, visit: http://www.hyundaicertified.com.

*$2,066 represents the national value of benefits included in the purchase of a Hyundai CPO vehicle as compared to a non-certified used Hyundai. Since $2,066 represents an average for all Hyundai CPO vehicles sold nationally, individual value received may vary.