Hyundai to introduce i-oniq concept in Geneva

Hyundai Motor Co. will preview the next phase of its vehicle styling with a new concept car scheduled to debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show in March.

Hyundai released a teaser sketch today of the i-oniq concept car that will be introduced in Geneva and said it hints at the future direction of the brand's "fluidic sculpture" styling.
The sketch shows the silhouette of a long hood and a fastback-style passenger cabin.

The car was designed at Hyundai's European research and development center in Rüsselsheim, Germany.

"Two strong arched curves define the silhouette of i-oniq, creating a playful contrast between the sharp character lines and soft but muscular features," Thomas Bürkle, Hyundai's European design chief, describing the i-oniq, said in a statement.

A spokesman from Hyundai Motor America declined to elaborate on the vehicle.

Hyundai has applied the "fluidic sculpture" styling to nearly its entire vehicle lineup. The swoopy lines and dramatic surface treatments of the corporate look have helped Hyundai shed its legacy of hum-drum styling and boost sales of vehicles like the Sonata and Elantra.

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REVIEWS: 2011 Hyundai Sonata SE - Four Season Wrap-Up

It's fair to say that we were surprised by the Hyundai Sonata. Granted, the previous Sonata was a competent offering, but it was not exactly a standout. With the new Sonata, however, staff members suddenly started tossing around phrases like "best-in-class." Against such stalwart competitors as the Honda Accord and the Toyota Camry -- and solid challengers like the Nissan Altima, the Ford Fusion, and the Chevrolet Malibu -- that was a very big claim. The best way to find out for sure whether the Sonata was deserving of such enthusiasm was to spend a year with one in a Four Seasons test.

The Sonata comes in three flavors: GLS, SE, and Limited. We chose the midlevel SE, which is also supposed to be the (slightly) sporty version. For the SE, there's only one powertrain: a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine and a six-speed automatic transmission. You might think the six-speed manual would be available on the SE, but it can be had only on the base GLS. We added the navigation and sunroof package (which also includes an upgraded audio system) and a cargo net, bringing the total price to a still very reasonable $25,965.

The navigation system proved to be a key addition, and it garnered lots of praise for its ease of use. "I drove a Honda Accord recently," said senior web editor Phil Floraday, starting off our logbook, "and the first thing I noticed in the Sonata is how much more intuitive the infotainment and climate controls are." He argued that, given the relative parity among so many cars in this class, infotainment systems now take center stage, particularly for today's tech-obsessed buyers. Assistant editor David Zenlea put the Sonata's system alongside Nissan's at the head of the class. "Hyundai consistently nails in-car technology," he said, "something that utterly confounds most automakers." "There's no learning curve," added associate editor Eric Tingwall. "The controls for everything from the radio to the headlights to the HVAC are smartly placed, neatly arranged, and appropriately sized."

If its in-car technology makes Hyundai seem very au courant, so, too, does the Sonata's all-four-cylinder engine lineup. After we got our Sonata, Hyundai brought out a turbocharged version -- rather than a V-6 -- and a hybrid as well. Should we have waited for the turbo? Well, the turbocharged engine, a 2.0-liter, provides considerably more power and torque: 274 hp and 269 lb-ft (versus the 2.4-liter SE's 200 hp and 186 lb-ft). And the 2012 model does so with a minimal fuel-economy penalty of only 2 mpg in the city and 1 mpg on the highway (2011 Sonatas had slightly lower EPA ratings). But numbers don't tell the whole story. "After driving the Sonata 2.0T, I'd say we picked the right one," argued Zenlea. "The turbo, much like most powerful, front-wheel-drive mid-size cars, has more torque than it can put to the ground."

Read more: http://www.automobilemag.com/reviews/12_month_car_reviews/1112_2011_hyundai_sonata_se_four_season_wrap_up/index.html#ixzz1hNGbJv6Y

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Hyundai Ranks High in KBB’s most-researched vehicles of 2011

Chances are you've visited KBB.com to do some research if you're in the market for a new vehicle, which is why the site's list of this year's most researched new vehicles and brands is probably a good representation of what the public at large is really interested in.

KBB calls it "share of market interest," which is defined as the percent of new car shopper activity for a particular brand or model. This year, Toyota captured the largest share of market interest among brands with 14.2 percent, followed by Ford (13.5 percent), Honda (12.8 percent), Chevrolet (11.5 percent) and Hyundai (7.5 percent).

As for individual models, the list of 20 vehicles with the highest share of market interest is dominated by the familiar players, including the Honda Civic, Accord and CR-V; Toyota Camry and Ford F-150, which make up the top five (though not in that order).

KBB points out two interesting things about this year's list. The first is the excellent showing by Hyundai both in brand ranking and individual models with the highest share of market interest. The Korean automaker was fifth in the brand rankings, pushing Nissan out of the top five, and the Sonata and Elantra ranked sixth and seventh among individual models, the latter jumping 29 spots from last year's list. The site credits Hyundai's roll out of new models, as well as hard times for both Toyota and Honda, for its capturing of consumers' interest this year.

The other thing to note is the absence of luxury vehicles, which suggests these tight economic times have consumers researching more practical purchases than a BMW, Mercedes-Benz or Audi, or at least that those who can afford such vehicles aren't researching them on KBB.com.

Follow the jump for KBB's official press release that includes the full list of 20 vehicles with the highest share of market interest for 2011.

Read More: http://www.autoblog.com/2011/12/16/kbb-names-its-most-researched-vehicles-of-2011/

Left Lane News - Review: 2012 Hyundai Veloster

But after spending a week with the car, we’ve had a longer chance to become acquainted with each other.

Come along for the ride as we rediscover the 2012 Hyundai Veloster .

What is it?

Hyundai claims its new Veloster is an example of “the coupé, redefined.” Seeing that most others are trying to convince the buying public that four-door, swoopy designs are the equivalent of a four-door coupe, we ask “why not?”

As it is, the Veloster is a four-seat, three doors-and-a-hatch coupé that appears to be just the ticket for first-time buyers, college students, retirees, and just those who are looking for a little fun in a stylish, if a bit quirky, ride.

In spirit, Veloster kind of replaces Hyundai’s departed Tiburon, a less-than-loved sporty-looking coupe. With only a 1.6-liter engine, it slots in well below the dynamically impressive but hardly big-selling Genesis Coupe.

What’s it up against?

The Ford Fiesta , Mini Cooper, Honda Fit , Fiat 500c, Scion tC and perhaps the Volkswagen Beetle , are all players in the field that can potentially give the Veloster fits.

Essentially it comes down to your taste in style, size, and the thickness of your wallet, since no car in this segment really cuts the same shadow.

Any breakthroughs?

Did we mention that passenger-side rear door? Oh right, we did. That design move alone puts the Veloster in a rare place, especially for a Korean automaker: That of an innovator. We think it was a conscious effort to keep things safe for rear seat passengers by making the door available only on the passenger side. Sure, a passenger can still enter through the left side by flipping the driver seat forward.

Hyundai even claims that at 40 mpg, the Veloster achieves better highway mileage than Honda ’s CR–Z hybrid. A standard Blue Link Telematics system is included for other standard, and optionally available features. Every vehicle whether equipped with navi or not, gets a standard multi–function LG-brand seven-inch touch–screen monitor for control of the in-car entertainment as well as videogame console connectivity.

How does it look?

The new Veloster appears as though it’s the love child of the Genesis Coupe and Aston Martin ’s new One-77 supercar. Featuring the same front fascia–mounted intakes (although not functional here) the Veloster appears to really be trying to flatter the Aston Martin. The look mostly works. From the side, and with its blacked-out A-pillars it manages to channel its inner Bell Helmet.

Read More: http://www.leftlanenews.com/hyundai-veloster-review.html#

Small cars rule as finalists for N.A. Car of the Year

Fuel-efficient small cars and trucks won over the judges as finalists in this year's North American Car and Truck of the Year judging.

The Ford Focus, Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Passat are the finalists for the 2012 North American Car of the Year.

For North American Truck of the Year, the finalists are the BMW X3, the Honda CR-V and the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. All the vehicles, both the car and crossovers, are compacts except the Passat, a midsize sedan.

Of all the myriad car and truck awards out now, the North American is still considered the most prestigious. It's picked by about 50 top auto journalists, including Test Drive's James R. Healey, and will be named at the big auto show in Detroit next month.

All three of the car finalists reflect the strategy of their respective manufacturers:

• The Focus is the first of many cars and crossovers that Ford plans to introduce from a new global platform.
• The Elantra is one of several new models from Hyundai that achieve at least 40 mpg, an attribute the South Korean automaker has touted in its advertising.
• The Passat, built at Volkswagen's new plant in Chattanooga, Tenn., is a linchpin of VW's goal to sell 800,000 cars a year in the U.S. by 2018. Through November, it has sold 398,654 vehicles in 2011.

"The finalists for Truck of the Year show how much our idea of what a truck is has evolved," said Detroit Free Press auto critic Mark Phelan, who also is a judge. "They're all crossover SUVs that offer fuel economy and performance you wouldn't have dreamed of in a truck 5 or 10 years ago."

Read More: http://content.usatoday.com/communities/driveon/post/2011/12/small-vehicles-rule-as-finalists-for-na-car-of-the-year/1

Hyundai Emulates VW Market Share Gaining Super Bowl Ads: Cars

Hyundai Motor Co. (005380) is taking a page from Volkswagen AG (VOW)’s Super Bowl playbook.
The South Korean automaker wants to “turn the needle a little bit in the direction of more entertainment,” John Krafcik, chief executive officer of Hyundai’s U.S. unit, told reporters last month while outlining plans for NBC’s Feb. 5 broadcast of the championship game of the National Football League. “We’d like a little bit more memorability.”

Last year’s winners saw big -- and lasting -- market-share gains after putting up spots in last season’s final game. VW Passat interest surged 70 percent on Edmunds.com during the week after it aired a spot of a child playing Darth Vader compared with the prior four weeks, according to Edmunds.com, a Santa Monica, California-based website that tracks automotive sales.

Chrysler also benefited from its Super Bowl play. Car- shoppers’ consideration of the brand on Edmunds soared 87 percent in the week following its two-minute ad for the 200 sedan that featured rapper Eminem and extolled Detroit’s toughness as a possible source of luxury.

“It does raise the bar because the other car companies look at what happened with the 200 and they figure ‘We can do that too,’” said Vice Chairman Jeremy Anwyl of Edmunds, which also helps shoppers compare vehicles. “It’s not that easy.”

Boosting Sales

The successes of VW and Chrysler, which both gained U.S. market share this year, raises expectations, while the growing industry means more is at stake, said Jesse Toprak, an industry analyst with TrueCar.com, another site that monitors auto sales. Chrysler Group added 1.3 points of share so far this year, the most in the industry, to 10.7 percent, according to researcher Autodata Corp., while VW rose to 3.5 percent from 3.1 percent.

“We expect 2012 to be another year of recovery, reaching to nearly 14 million car sales,” he said. “There is more sales potential for automakers to grab during the next Super Bowl than during the past three Super Bowls.”

Light-vehicle sales in the U.S. fell to 10.4 million in 2009 after averaging 16.8 million from 2000 to 2007, according to researcher Autodata Corp.

Volkswagen’s ad for the new Passat showed a pint-sized version of the Star Wars villain trying to control household objects with his mind. His dad eventually starts the car with a key fob, letting the child believe he has special powers.

That spot and another for the new Beetle were “pretty radical” departures for the Wolfsburg, Germany-based automaker, said Jonathan Browning, head of VW’s U.S. operations.

“It served the purpose of getting Volkswagen back in a discussion and dialogue that it wasn’t part of at that point in time,” Browning said in an interview.

Read More: http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2011-12-14/hyundai-quest-for-memorability-means-emulating-vw-s-super-bowl-ads-cars.html

The Hardest To Find Cars For 2012

The market for compact cars has been heating up lately, with lots of new entrants, many of them  offering luxury car features in a smaller, less expensive package. But no compact has been as hot as the 2012 Hyundai Elantra, which has been flying off dealer lots faster than any car in America.

If you’re looking for one, you’ll have to move fast. The Elantra, which starts at $15,000 and sells for an average $19,961, spends an average of just 10 days in inventory before it’s snapped up, according to automotive researcher Edmunds.com. Forbes looked at Edmunds’ data from the past three months to see which 2012 cars, on average, are selling the fastest. While most cars sit around at dealerships for 50 days or more before they’re sold, these hot sellers are typically gone in just 10 or 12 days.
We spotted three trends in the data that are worth considering if you’re hunting for a new car right now:

• Small cars are hot, especially newly introduced models
• Many Japanese cars are still in short supply, after various supply chain problems
• Luxury SUVs are in high demand at the end of the year

“Elantra has been an absolute phenomenon in the compact car segment,” said John Krafcik, president and chief executive of Hyundai Motor America. “In November, Elantra retail sales were up 37 percent, in spite of significant competition from all-new entries such as the Chevy Cruze, Ford Focus and Honda Civic.” In a segment where prices have been climbing steadily — the Focus sold for an average $20,827 in November, Edmunds says — the Elantra is seen by many as a good value, combining attractive styling, advanced safety features and 40 miles per gallon on the highway.

But the Elantra is just one of a bunch of new small cars that are in short supply for the 2012 model year. You’ll also have trouble if you’re hunting for a Nissan Versa or Hyundai Accent, both of which were redesigned for 2012, or the all-new Chevrolet Sonic, which replaces the Chevy Aveo. All three subcompacts are sold within 12 or 13 days of arriving at showrooms. The Versa has the lowest starting price of any car in America, at $10,990, but Edmunds says most are transacting around $15,600.

Read More: http://www.forbes.com/sites/joannmuller/2011/12/12/the-hardest-to-find-cars-for-2012/

Review: 2012 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 R-Spec Take Two

The Japanese are always worried about what the North Koreans have up their sleeve, but if the writing on the wall were legible, they would be more concerned about what’s going on in the south. If the 2009 Hyundai Genesis was a shot across the bow of Lexus and Infiniti, then the Genesis 5.0 R-spec may be a torpedo hit below the water, and speaking of which, even the Germans should take notice. Of course, we heard this before with the likes of the VW Phaeton, however that model tanked, so is the top-line Genesis biting off more than it can chew? Lets find out.


In my mind, the Phaeton was doomed to failure when VW decided to equip their new full-on luxury sedan with a full-sized price tag. Instead of following the same model, Hyundai stayed true to their value roots and created a luxury sedan with a Hyundai-sized price tag with the Genesis 3.8 and 4.6. What could be next from the boffins in Korea? The Genesis 5.0 R-Spec, a value-priced performance luxury sedan of course.

From the outside, the Genesis (in all trims) strikes most of the right cords with luxury shoppers that prefer flowing lines to sharp creases. While previous products from Korea have been more imitation than innovation, the Genesis both deviates from the theme yet clearly draws inspiration from Lexus, BMW and Mercedes. Unlike some Kias we could mention, the overall look is distinctive enough (in my mind) that nobody would confuse it for anything else on the road. Neither however, would the casual observer ever confuse it for a Hyundai if it didn’t have the stylized H logo on the trunk. Styling mission accomplished (but like many buyers, I might remove that H badge when I got it home).

Of course, we’re here to talk about the performance part of the equation. The 5.0 R-Spec is an all-new trim in the Genesis family. AMG and M have little to worry about however as the Genesis 5.0 as Hyundai has no intention at present to compete head on with the balls-out performance sedans from Germany. So what is an “R-Spec”? Think Audi S rather than RS. While there is little outside to differentiate the 5.0 from its lesser models, a closer look reveals unique wheels, lower profile rubber, and upgraded brakes. Also new for 2012 are some new headlamps with a distinctive LED accent strip, new bumpers with integrated exhaust (ala the LS460) and new power-folding mirrors. The real change however, is under the hood where an all-new 429HP 376 lb-ft 5.0L direct injection V8 is mated to an all-new 8-speed automatic transmission. While that sentence sounds right at home in a review about a new Mercedes E550 or BMW 550i, the novelty in the room is that we’re talking about a Hyundai.

Read More: http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/2011/12/review-2012-hyundai-genesis-5-0-r-spec-take-two/

2011 ALL-STAR: CEO, ASIA

CHUNG MONG-KOO, Chairman, Hyundai Motor Group

Through sheer force of will, Chung, 73, has transformed Hyundai and Kia from scoffed-at also-ran brands into global powerhouses that have rivals -- both Japanese and American -- on the ropes. What's more, Chung did it through painstaking attention to quality, technology and design, not by simply chasing raw volume.

Through sheer force of will, Chung, 73, has transformed Hyundai and Kia from scoffed-at also-ran brands into global powerhouses that have rivals -- both Japanese and American -- on the ropes. What's more, Chung did it through painstaking attention to quality, technology and design, not by simply chasing raw volume. The Hyundai Equus has pushed the brand into luxury sedan territory, while top quality marks for mass-market nameplates such as the Hyundai Sonata awarded it with top-tier customer loyalty.


2011 ALL-STAR: U.S. EXECUTIVE, ASIAN AUTOMAKER
AHN BYUNG-MO, CEO, Kia Motors America

Back in 2008, Kia dealers were seething over sliding sales and bloated inventories, and when Ahn was named head of both Kia Motors America and Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia, it was the seventh CEO change in less than a decade. But things have improved dramatically.

Back in 2008, Kia dealers were seething over sliding sales and bloated inventories, and when Ahn was named head of both Kia Motors America and Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia, it was the seventh CEO change in less than a decade. But things have improved dramatically while Ahn, 61, has run the company's sales and marketing and manufacturing arms in this country-- the first executive to hold both responsibilities at Kia. On the marketing side, he has allowed sales boss Tom Loveless and marketing chief Michael Sprague to strut their stuff. Market share climbed from 2.1 percent in 2008 to 3.8 percent through the first 10 months of this year. Sales are up 35 percent so far in 2011, and the brand has created some funky, attention-getting ads, such as those hip-hop hamsters spots.

2011 ALL-STAR: PUBLIC RELATIONS
CHRIS HOSFORD, Executive director of corporate communications, Hyundai Motor America

Hosford, 64, has used a media strategy that blends promoting strengths while taking calculated risks that are deftly crafted. For example, Hyundai broke industry tradition last year when it began voluntarily reporting monthly fleet sales.

Hosford, 64, has used a media strategy that blends promoting strengths while taking calculated risks that are deftly crafted. For example, Hyundai broke industry tradition last year when it began voluntarily reporting monthly fleet sales. The company also reports its sales-weighted corporate average fuel economy scores every month. Hosford also lets his team have a little fun with Hyundai's competitors. The brand's "Save the Asterisk" talking point ribbed General Motors and Ford Motor Co. for selling only 40 mpg compact cars with low-volume, high fuel economy trim packages that require asterisks in advertising. Hyundai's Elantra is rated at 40 mpg on the highway, regardless of equipment -- hence no asterisks.

PETER SCHREYER, Chief design officer, Kia Motors Corp.

Schreyer, 58, has swiftly transformed Kia from a brand devoid of style into one that's becoming synonymous with high design for the masses. Vehicles designed under his watch -- the Sportage, Optima and new Rio -- have racked up design awards.

Perhaps more significantly, Schreyer and his team have penned designs that make it possible for a customer to buy a car for less than $20,000 that will really turns heads. And judging by the Kia GT concept car revealed at the Frankfurt auto show, Kia's design looks bright with Schreyer at the helm.

Read More: http://www.autonews.com/section/allstars

Hyundai Azera

The woman steps out of a Hyundai Azera on display at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show, on November 16, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. Five environmentally friendly cars are vying for the crown of Green Car of the Year at the LA Auto Show this week, each using different fuel or fuel combinations, demonstrating the growing range of options available for motorists wanting to cut their carbon footprint, the shortlist includes all-electric, gas-electric hybrid and natural gas-powered models. The finalists for the accolade, the winner of which is to be announced on November 17, are: the Honda Civic Natural Gas, the Volkswagen Passat TDI, the Mitsubishi i, the Toyota Prius V and the Ford Focus Electric.

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Hyundai Azera

Hyundai's U.S. chief says rapid sales growth poses challenges

Hyundai Motor America CEO John Krafcik said that with the automaker on track to sell 100,000 more vehicles this year than in 2010, it has to learn to sell from a leaner inventory and fine-tune its factory output.


As chief executive of Hyundai Motor America, John Krafcik oversees the sales and marketing arm of one of the fastest-growing auto brands in America.

Led by torrid sales of its Elantra compact sedan, Hyundai has sold almost 550,000 vehicles this year, more than it moved in all of 2011 and a sales record for the South Korean automaker. Sales have risen almost 21% through the first 10 months of this year, double the rate of the entire U.S. auto sales market.

Read More: http://articles.latimes.com/2011/nov/24/business/la-fi-auto-show-hyundai-qa-20111124

Hyundai Ups the Ante Again at L.A. Auto Show

By Josh Condon of MSN Autos

Hyundai has enjoyed explosive growth thanks to superbly styled and reliable cars that over deliver on standard goodies — and let's not forget the industry's best warranty. With the new Azera, the Korean badge looks to continue the trend of reshaping formerly bland, cheap cars into visually captivating and value-packed vehicles.

 

What is it? The new iteration of Hyundai's midsize near-luxury sedan is the latest model to adopt the company's Fluidic Sculpture design language, which has created critical and consumer hits out of vehicles such as the Sonata and Elantra.

 

What's hot? It's not just about the looks: The Azera's 3.3-liter direct-injected V6 engine gets a combined city/highway fuel-efficiency rating of 23 mpg, which bests midsize competition such as the Lexus ES350, the V6-powered Buick LaCrosse and the Nissan Maxima. As with its Genesis and Equus models, Hyundai offers luxury amenities that punch above the vehicle's price point, with a leather interior including heated front and rear seats, navigation system, rear camera, dual automatic climate control and nine airbags standard.

 

What's not? Without some time behind the wheel, it's hard to knock yet another captivating design from Hyundai. However, as the Azera slots above the popular Sonata as a steppingstone to the upscale Genesis, the fast-growing manufacturer has quite a bit riding on this model's success.

 

How much and when? Rumors are that it will cost in the low-$30K range. It will go on sale in February 2012.

 

MSN Autos' verdict: With undeniably handsome sheet metal and luxury features at a near-luxury price tag, the new Azera will likely be yet another hit for Hyundai.

Read More: http://editorial.autos.msn.com/hyundai-ups-the-ante-again-at-la-auto-show

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HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA BREAKS ALL-TIME NOVEMBER SALES RECORD

• Hyundai Elantra, recent recipient of ALG’s award for the highest residual value in its class for the second year in a row, nearly doubles its sales
• Sonata exceeds 200,000 annual U.S. sales for the first time ever

COSTA MESA, Calif., Dec. 1, 2011 – Hyundai Motor America today announced sales of 49,610 vehicles in November, a 22 percent total sales increase and 24 percent retail sales increase compared with the same record-setting period a year ago.

“The Thanksgiving Holiday weekend, including ‘Black Friday,’ proved to be a very strong selling period and helped us break our all-time November sales record,” said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America’s executive vice president of national sales. “With vehicle availability at the highest levels for the year, and with positive demand signals and improving consumer confidence, Hyundai is positioned for a very strong December finish to this record-breaking year.”

Year to date, Hyundai sales are up 21 percent versus 2010 in total, with sales to retail customers up 30 percent. Sales to fleet accounts represent 11 percent of the total sales year-to-date and 10 percent for the month of November. Thirty-six percent of Hyundai vehicles sold in November achieved 40 MPG fuel economy ratings.

The award-winning Hyundai Accent and Elantra continue to deliver a strong one-two punch in the sub-compact and compact car segments with sales increases of 16 percent and 44 percent, respectively, over the same period last year. Tucson and Veracruz, part of Hyundai’s crossover line-up, registered sales increases of 35 and 36 percent, respectively.

“Improving consumer demand and increased product availability at Hyundai dealers nationwide drive a positive December outlook for us,” said John Krafcik, Hyundai Motor America’s president and CEO. “While our 35 days-supply level today is low by most standards, it’s the best we’ve seen at the start of a month for some time. Accent, Elantra and Veloster remain in short supply, but healthy dealer stocks on all other Hyundai models should allow consumers a great opportunity to find just the car they’re looking for in December.”

CARLINE	NOV/2011	NOV/2010	CY/2011	CY/2010
ACCENT	4,682	4,052	50,285	49,191
SONATA	15,668	14,031	208,621	180,659
ELANTRA	12,414	8,631	173,336	119,150
SANTA FE	6,129	6,967	69,309	71,396
AZERA	58	248	1,506	2,889
TUCSON	4,101	3,042	42,774	35,553
VELOSTER	2,538	0	7,096	0
VERACRUZ	1,018	747	8,603	7,889
GENESIS	2,702	3,005	30,528	26,699
EQUUS	300	0	2,868	0
TOTAL	49,610	40,723	594,926	493,426

SALES WEIGHTED FUEL ECONOMY

	November CAFE (mpg)		2011 CYTD CAFE	November Window Label Combined MPG	2011 CYTD Window Label Combined MPG
Car	37.5		36.9	28.3	27.8
Truck	28.7		28.7	21.9	21.9
Hyundai Brand	36.4		36.1	27.5	27.2

	November	2011 CYTD
40-MPG Sales	17,889	195,212
Mix of Total Sales	36%	33 %

Hyundai achieved a corporate average fuel economy level of 36.4 MPG (27.5 MPG label value) in November, and 36.1 MPG (27.2 MPG label value) year-to-date, while selling 17,889 vehicles (Elantra sedan, Sonata Hybrid, Accent and Veloster) with 40 MPG window label highway fuel economy ratings. Year-to-date, Hyundai has sold 195,212 40 MPG vehicles.