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Genesis Coupe Makes 2009 List of ‘Top 10 Tax Refund Cars’ BY Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com

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KBB.com’s list recognizes the hottest new coupes and convertibles consumers could spend their tax refund dollars on

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 04/28/2009 If you’re expecting a nice chunk of change from your tax refund check this year and are thinking about using it to buy a new car, the editors of Kelley Blue Book’s www.kbb.com recently released a list of sleek and sporty cars to consider putting a down payment on. Kelley Blue Book’s www.kbb.com named the 2010 Genesis Coupe to its “Top 10 Tax Refund Cars” list, which recognizes the hottest new coupes and convertibles. The Genesis Coupe was named alongside the 2010 Audi S5 Cabrio, 2009 BMW Z4, 2010 Ford Shelby GT500, 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible, 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS, 2010 Lexus IS Convertible and 2009 Porsche Cayman.

“Hyundai’s roll continues,” Kbb.com editors said. “Only a few months after the Hyundai Genesis Sedan took home the 2009 North American Car of the Year trophy, Hyundai has rolled out the similarly impressive – and really fun – Genesis Coupe.”

Genesis Coupe follows in the footsteps of its sibling Genesis sedan, sharing its rear-wheel drive architecture and independent rear suspension sure to appeal to true driving enthusiasts. The Genesis Coupe offers a 30-mpg, 2.0-liter model with a low-pressure intercooled four-cylinder turbocharged engine producing 210 horsepower, and a 3.8-liter V6 Track model with 306 horsepower and massive Brembo brakes.

“It’s an honor to be recognized alongside luxury brands such as Porsche, Audi, Lexus and Infiniti by a trusted automotive resource like kbb.com,” said Derek Joyce, manager, Product Planning, Hyundai Motor America. “Hyundai’s all-new Genesis Coupe has proved itself as a true player in the rear-wheel drive sport coupe segment and offers more value to the tuner enthusiast audience than its competitors.”

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA

Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced through more than 790 dealerships nationwide. All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai Advantage, America’s Best Warranty. In addition, the Hyundai Assurance Program is now offered on all new vehicles leased or purchased from a certified Hyundai dealer. The program is available to any consumer, regardless of age, health, employment record or financed amount of the vehicle. The program is complimentary for the first 12 months. For additional information, visit www.hyundainews.com.

KELLEY BLUE BOOK (www.kbb.com)

Since 1926, Kelley Blue Book, The Trusted Resource® has provided vehicle buyers and sellers with the new and used vehicle information they need to accomplish their goals with confidence. The company’s top-rated Web site, www.kbb.com, provides the most up-to-date pricing and values, including the New Car Blue Book® Value, which reveals what people actually are paying for new cars. The company also reports vehicle pricing and values via products and services, including software products and the famous Blue Book® (Official Guide. According to the C.A. Walker Research Solutions, Inc. – 2008 Spring Automotive Web Site Usefulness Study, kbb.com is the most useful automotive information Web site among new and used vehicle shoppers, and half of online vehicle shoppers visit kbb.com. Kbb.com is a leading provider of new car prices, car reviews and news, used car blue book values, auto classifieds and car dealer locations. No other medium reaches more in-market vehicle shoppers than kbb.com.

Hyundai Santa Fe and Veracruz Named 2009 ‘Best Bets’ BY Cars.com

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Two Hyundai crossovers recognized for safety, reliability and fuel efficiency by top automotive website

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 04/06/2009 The Hyundai Veracruz and Hyundai Santa Fe were named 2009 “Best Bets” in the SUV and Crossover category by Cars.com, the leading destination for online car shoppers.

“Both the Hyundai Veracruz and Santa Fe are exactly what value car buyers are looking for,” said Mike Hanley, an editor at Cars.com. “They offer stylish features, quiet cabins, leading safety features and are backed by the best warranty in the industry. These are vehicles our editors would love to drive.”

To qualify as a Cars.com “Best Bet,” models must meet three quantified criteria: a “Good” rating in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) frontal-offset and side-impact crash tests; average or higher reliability ratings; and average or higher gas mileage within their class.

“It’s an honor to have Cars.com editors recognize the Veracruz and Santa Fe on their list of vehicles to buy in 2009,” said Scott Margason, director, Product & Strategic Planning, Hyundai Motor America. “Both of these models offer industry-leading safety technologies, top-tier quality and a host of luxury and convenience features that offer more value to today’s car shopper than our competitors.”

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA

Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced through more than 790 dealerships nationwide. All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai Advantage, America’s Best Warranty. In addition, the Hyundai Assurance Program is now offered on all new vehicles leased or purchased from a certified Hyundai dealer. The program is available to any consumer, regardless of age, health, employment record or financed amount of the vehicle. The program is complimentary for the first 12 months.

CARS.COM

Cars.com is the leading destination for online car shoppers, offering credible, easy-to-understand information from consumers and experts to help buyers formulate opinions on what to buy, where to buy and how much to pay for a car. With comprehensive pricing information, side-by-side comparison tools, photo galleries, videos, unbiased editorial content and a large selection of new- and used-car inventory, Cars.com puts millions of car buyers in control of their shopping process with the information they need to make confident buying decisions.

Hyundai Improves in J.D. Power and Associates 2009 Vehicle Dependability Study

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Hyundai Has Fewer Problems Than Industry Average

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 03/19/2009 Hyundai increased its lead over the industry average in the J.D. Power and Associates 2009 Vehicle Dependability Study(SM) (VDS) released today. Hyundai ranked No. 13 among nameplates in the long-term quality study, four rank positions better than industry average. The Hyundai overall score was 161 problems per 100 vehicles, nine problems better than the industry average of 170. In the 2008 Vehicle Dependability Study(SM), Hyundai was three rank positions and six problems better than the industry average. The Elantra sedan had the highest levels of dependability in the Hyundai lineup.

“Customers deserve and expect the highest levels of quality when they purchase a vehicle, and expect it will remain reliable over its lifetime,” said Barry Ratzlaff, Hyundai Motor America Director of Product Quality. “Our improvements in overall dependability demonstrate our efforts to build on the foundation of our 10 year, 100,000-mile warranty. Throughout the enterprise, from our suppliers through our dealers, we continue to aggressively strive and innovate for Hyundai vehicles to be in the top tier for vehicle quality and reliability.”

J.D. Power and Associates changed methodology for the 2009 VDS, so results from past years are not directly comparable. The highly regarded study measures problems experienced by original owners and lessees of three-year-old (2006 model year) vehicles. The study is based on the responses of more than 46,000 owners of new vehicles bought between September 2005 and February 2006. The 2009 VDS measures problem symptoms in categories such as vehicle exterior, driving experience, features/controls/displays, audio/entertainment/navigation, seats, HVAC, interior, engine and transmission. The VDS is one of three J.D. Power and Associates quality studies, along with the Initial Quality Study (IQS) that measures quality after 90 days of ownership, and the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study that measures customer perceptions on the design, content, layout and performance of their new vehicles.

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA

Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced through more than 790 dealerships nationwide. All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai Advantage, America’s Best Warranty. In addition, the Hyundai Assurance Program is now offered on all new vehicles leased or purchased from a certified Hyundai dealer. The program is available to any consumer, regardless of age, health, employment record or financed amount of the vehicle. The program is complimentary for the first 12 months.

Hyundai Genesis wins coveted award

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An inaugural era is ushered in for Hyundai as the Korean automaker takes home the 2009 North American Car of the Year.

The 2009 Genesis won Car of the Year, an award determined by 50 independent automotive journalists from the United States and Canada. The jury’s judging criteria included design, safety, handling, dollar value and innovation.

The all-new Genesis five-passenger midsize sedan is first in these categories. This Car of the Year designation is the first time Hyundai has taken home this prestigious award. Hyundai will follow up this summer with a coupe version of the Genesis.

Hyundai has come a long way with its struggling reputation as a viable carmaker. Poor quality nearly derailed its viability in the American marketplace early on. But Hyundai fixed its problems and to prove it, backed its vehicles up with a 10-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty program. Buyers started paying attention – and haven’t looked backed.

From these tiny seeds of cultivating new beginnings for the company with top-quality small cars, Hyundai has achieved a remarkable lesson we all can learn from: keep digging.

The Genesis is a complete departure from how Hyundai started out in the American market. When developing the rear-wheel-drive Genesis, Hyundai envisioned this all-new sedan going up against the world’s top-tier midsize sedans: Mercedes-Benz E-Class, BMW 5 Series, Lexus GS and the Infiniti M. It’s good to aim high. I’ll never be a world class tennis player, but I like to study the strokes of tennis champion Roger Federer.

If I were seriously in the market for a BMW, the Hyundai Genesis is not something I’d shop. However, I would put the Genesis up against the Toyota Avalon, Buick LaCrosse – and even the Acura TSX. The picture I’m describing for you is that the Hyundai Genesis is a premium sedan with high-quality materials and craftsmanship throughout, including engine and handling performance that don’t disappoint the driver and ride standards that keep passengers comfortable.

When Hyundai announced prices for the 2009 Genesis last summer, the automaker set the base price at $33,000. But things being what they are with credit and the economy, by the time I drove the Genesis in January, the as-tested price was $32,250.

The Genesis is offered with two engine options: the 3.8-liter V-6 and the 4.6-liter V-8. I drove the V-6 mated to a six-speed automatic transmission that delivered 290 horsepower and 264 lb.-ft. of torque. This RWD sedan goes from 0 to 60 mph in 6.2 seconds.

The 32-valve V-8 engine is track-rated to go 0 to 60 in 5.7 seconds and has a horsepower rating of 375 and substantial torque of 324 lb.-ft.

The EPA ratings on the Genesis V-6 are 18 mpg city, 27 mpg highway. The V-8 is rated at 17/25 mpg.

The ride is comfortable and does not feel sport-oriented. The independent suspension is a sophisticated five-link, front and rear, that offers not only a supportive ride, but also good responsiveness through the steering system.

The inside is a show of luxury. Sitting behind the wheel is satisfying to the driver, knowing – and seeing – the quality of the materials used along the door-trim panels, dashboard and console controls. Eight airbags are standard (front and rear seat side-impact airbags), as well as electronic stability control and active head restraints.

Hyundai has dug deep. We tip our hats to the Car of the Year.

Connie Keane
MOTOR MATTERS
http://www.washingtontimes.com

Motor Trend Names Genesis and Sonata Two of America’s Top 40 New Cars

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Hyundai’s New Flagship Genesis Sedan and Refreshed Sonata Recognized as Best Cars to Buy in 2009

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 03/06/2009 Both the 2009 “North American Car of the Year” Hyundai Genesis sedan and 2009 Sonata were recognized among “America’s Top 40 New Cars” by Motor Trend in the April 2009 issue on sale now and online at www.motortrend.com. In addition, the all-new 2010 Genesis Coupe, which is just now reaching U.S. dealerships, was listed along side other highly anticipated arrivals such as the new Chevrolet Camaro and Toyota Prius on the “Five Worth Waiting For” list.

Motor Trend editors evaluated more than 247 vehicles currently on the market to help readers identify the best 40 cars to buy in a variety of categories. The Sonata SE was called a “standout among standouts” in the family car category, which also recognized popular models such as Honda Accord EX and Toyota Camry SE V-6.

The Genesis 4.6 was selected a top new pick in the premium sedan category for offering levels of performance, design and comfort for a price much less than Mercedes, BMW and Lexus. The editors wrote: “Few believed Hyundai could pull off the same trick Lexus did 20 years ago by creating a world-class luxury sedan, much less being able to sell it for a lot less than the standard bearers from Germany. Yeah, well, guess what. The Genesis is a player and fits neatly in between most mid- and full-size offerings.” Others recognized in this category included the BMW 335i and Mercedes-Benz S550.

“It’s an honor to be included in such a distinguished group of cars selected by some of the foremost automotive experts in the country,” said Scott Margason, director, Product & Strategic Planning, Hyundai Motor America. “To have two Hyundai models make Motor Trend’s list of cars to buy this year validates our hard work to create vehicles that can compete with the best-of-the-best in the auto industry.”

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA

Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced through more than 790 dealerships nationwide. All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai Advantage, America’s Best Warranty. In addition, the Hyundai Assurance Program is now offered on all new vehicles leased or purchased from a certified Hyundai dealer. The program is available to any consumer, regardless of age, health, employment record or financed amount of the vehicle. The program is complimentary for the first 12 months.

2009 Hyundai Genesis Named Top Safety Pick by IIHS

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FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 02/26/2009 The “2009 North American Car of the Year” Hyundai Genesis sedan bolstered its resume with a “TOP SAFETY PICK” rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Hyundai’s all-new flagship earned a “good” overall evaluation in side impact, frontal offset and rear crash tests, the highest ranking awarded by the Institute.

Maintaining Hyundai’s emphasis on delivering leading safety technology, Genesis boasts world-class active and passive safety features to help both prevent accidents and maximize the wellbeing of its occupants in the event of a collision. The Genesis continues the Hyundai tradition of standardizing key life-saving safety technology, and includes standard features like Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), eight airbags and electronic active head restraints.

“Hyundai is committed to standardizing the most effective life-saving technologies and Genesis sedan is no exception,” said Michael Deitz, product planning manager for the Hyundai Genesis sedan. “From the debut of Hyundai’s first electronic active head restraint system which helps prevent whiplash, to standard Electronic Stability Control, the most effective new safety technology since the seatbelt, Genesis was designed with safety in mind.”

To qualify for a Top Safety Pick, a vehicle must earn the highest rating of “good” in the Institute’s front, side, and rear tests and be equipped with ESC. Criteria to win are tough because the award is intended to drive continued safety improvements such as top crash test ratings and the rapid addition of ESC, which is standard on the Genesis. TOP SAFETY PICK status is applicable for all 2009 Genesis models built after November 2008.

“Recognizing vehicles at the head of the class for safety helps consumers distinguish the best overall choices without having to sort through multiple test results,” says Institute president Adrian Lund.

According to IIHS, 51 percent of driver deaths in recent model cars occurred in side impacts so the Institute’s side impact test is severe. The Genesis performed well in side-impact tests and earned a “good” overall evaluation. The report notes that both driver’s and passengers’ head and neck are protected against “being hit by any hard structures,” reducing the chance of serious injury.

In the Institute’s 40 mph offset test, 40 percent of the total width of each vehicle strikes a barrier on the driver’s side, mirroring the forces involved in a frontal offset crash between two vehicles. Genesis again scored “good” in the overall evaluation. The report notes that, “Measures taken from the dummy indicate a low risk of any significant injuries in a crash of this severity.”

All new Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai Advantage, America’s Best Warranty. In addition, the Hyundai Assurance Program is now offered on all new Hyundais leased or purchased at a participating Hyundai dealership. Hyundai Assurance allows consumers to walk away from a financing obligation when certain adverse life events occur, providing protection from financial shortfalls that arise from vehicle depreciation (negative equity) up to $7,500. For a limited time, Hyundai is also offering Hyundai Assurance Plus, adding 90 days of payment relief to the existing protection plan. Hyundai Assurance Plus is part of Hyundai’s Spring Sales Event, which runs until April 30, 2009. Hyundai Assurance and Hyundai Assurance Plus are complimentary for the first 12 months of the financing or lease date for vehicles financed through any lender or financing source. The programs supplement all existing consumer incentives, and are available to any consumer, regardless of age, health, employment history or financed amount of the vehicle. Visit www.HyundaiUSA.com for details.

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA

Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced through more than 790 dealerships nationwide.

Three Hyundai Models Named Best Car Buys for 2009

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Genesis, Accent and Tucson Earn High Marks for Affordability, Safety and Fuel Efficiency in the NADAguides.com Annual List of “Best Car Buys”

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 02/13/2009 Three Hyundai models were named “Best Car Buys” for 2009 by NADAguides.com in four respective categories — Hyundai Genesis, Top Luxury Cars (under $35,000); Hyundai Accent, Top Sub-Compacts (under $15,000); and Hyundai Tucson, Top Crossovers (under $21,000). The NADAguides.com “Best Buys” list is one of the most highly respected awards provided to automakers.

“With the struggling economy, car buyers are facing tougher decisions when considering their next vehicle purchase. The NADAguides.com annual ‘Best Buys’ list provides consumers with unbiased and research-driven information,” said Michael Caudill, spokesperson, NADAguides.com. “Hyundai is making the car buying process easier than ever by offering the biggest bang for the buck in a variety of segments, whether it be the fuel efficient Accent, Genesis luxury sedan or functional Tucson crossover.”

NADAguides.com is the leading provider of pricing information and market research for cars, classics, RVs, motorcycles and boats. The “Best Car Buys” list is based on criteria identified by NADAguides.com Market Data Analysts (MDAs) as most important to consumers — affordability, fuel efficiency, warranty coverage, safety and depreciation.

“We are honored to be recognized as the auto industry’s most affordably priced, fuel efficient and highest safety rated vehicles in the business,” said Dave Zuchowski, vice president, National Sales, Hyundai Motor America. “This award is a true testament of Hyundai’s commitment to provide consumers with high-quality vehicles that suit their needs and budget, especially in today’s turbulent economy.”

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA

Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced through more than 780 dealerships nationwide. All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai Advantage, America’s Best Warranty. In addition, the Hyundai Assurance Program is now offered on all new vehicles leased or purchased from a certified Hyundai dealer. The program is available to any consumer, regardless of age, health, employment record or financed amount of the vehicle. The program is complimentary for the first 12 months.

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NADA Appraisal Guides is the world’s largest publisher of vehicle pricing and specification information for new and used cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs, as well as van conversions, limousines, classic and collectible cars, boats, RVs, motorcycles, snowmobiles, personal watercraft and manufactured housing. The company’s consumer website, NADAguides.com (www.NADAguides.com), offers a variety of new and used vehicle services in addition to valuation information. Throughout its 75-year history, NADA Appraisal Guides has earned the reputation as the recognized authority for vehicle valuations. Its website, NADAguides.com, is the most comprehensive vehicle information resource on the Internet today.

Hyundai Sonata Recognized on Greener Choices 2009 List

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2009 Sonata recognized as an environmentally friendly vehicle by the America Council for an Energy Efficient Economy

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 02/05/2009 The 2009 Hyundai Sonata was recognized by the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE) on its annual “Greener Choices 2009” list for the fourth consecutive year. The Sonata will be featured in the ACEEE’s Green Book® Online, an annual consumers’ guide to environmentally-friendly cars and trucks.

“To be recognized for the fourth year in a row as a leader in fuel efficiency only reinforces Hyundai commitment to the environment and sustainability,” said Michael Deitz, manager, Product Development, Hyundai Motor America. “The refreshed, fuel-efficient Sonata brings consumers industry leading safety features and an award-winning interior at a price they can afford.”

The list is restricted to widely available gasoline-powered cars and light trucks with automatic transmissions, thus highlighting the widespread availability of environmentally friendly vehicle choices in many segments of the market.

The 2009 Sonata debuts Hyundai’s second-generation Theta four-cylinder engine. The Theta II 2.4-liter DOHC inline four-cylinder engine delivers more horsepower and quicker acceleration, while also improving fuel economy. In fact, the Sonata I4 is now more fuel-efficient than both Camry and Accord four-cylinder engines, delivering an impressive 22 mpg city/32 mpg highway fuel economy rating. The Sonata combines refined design, proven dependability, spirited performance and an extensive list of standard features to increase its appeal to a broader range of customers.

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA

Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced through more than 780 dealerships nationwide. All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai Advantage, America’s Best Warranty. In addition, the Hyundai Assurance Program is now offered on all new vehicles leased or purchased from a certified Hyundai dealer. The program is available to any consumer, regardless of age, health, employment record or financed amount of the vehicle. The program is complimentary for the first 12 months, and full-term upgrades are available.

ACEEE’s GREEN BOOK® ONLINE

The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to advancing energy efficiency as a means of promoting both economic prosperity, environmental protection, and energy security.

Hyundai Genesis Named 2009 Cars.com New Car of the Year

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WASHINGTON, D.C., 02/04/2009 As an encore to its 2009 North American Car of the Year honor, the all-new Hyundai Genesis took home the Cars.com New Car of the Year award, announced at the Washington, D.C. Auto Show. Hyundai’s new flagship Genesis sedan sets a new benchmark in the premium car category. Offering incredible value in these tough economic times, Genesis includes performance and luxury features typically found on vehicles costing thousands of dollars more.

“The Cars.com New Car of the Year honor validates the Genesis as a game-changing entrant in the luxury market,” said Michael Deitz, product development manager for the Genesis sedan. “Genesis offers a tremendous combination of performance, fuel economy, safety and technology features, and we’re thrilled that the Cars.com editorial team took all of this into account when making its decision.”

To choose the Cars.com New Car of the Year, the site’s expert reviewers drove and tested all the newly introduced and redesigned models for 2009. From that pool of about 60 cars, they chose their favorites based on features, driving quality, mileage and overall value.

“The 2009 Hyundai Genesis rivals the feeling of extravagance found in many full-size luxury vehicles,” said Patrick Olsen, editor-in-chief at Cars.com. “Our editors chose the Genesis for Cars.com’s 2009 New Car of the Year because we drove it — pondered the window sticker again — and our collective reaction was, ‘Wow.'”

In addition to great features, Hyundai’s generous 10-year, 100,000-mile warranty, numerous standard features, good reliability and affordable price made the Genesis a clear winner for Cars.com’s editors. Other notable features include a quiet and luxurious cabin, V-6 and V-8 engines that are more powerful and efficient than many in competing models, and a smooth, responsive six-speed automatic transmission.

The Hyundai Genesis beat finalists from other top automakers including the 2009 Audi A4, 2009 Honda Fit, 2009 Mazda6, 2009 Nissan Murano and 2009 Subaru Forester.

All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai Advantage, America’s Best Warranty. In addition, the Hyundai Assurance Program is now offered on all new vehicles leased or purchased from a certified Hyundai dealer. The program is available to any consumer, regardless of age, health, employment record or financed amount of the vehicle. The program is complimentary for the first 12 months from the purchase or lease date.

About Cars.com

Cars.com is the leading destination for online car shoppers, offering credible, easy-to-understand information from consumers and experts to help buyers formulate opinions on what to buy, where to buy and how much to pay for a car. With comprehensive pricing information, side-by-side comparison tools, photo galleries, videos, unbiased editorial content and a large selection of new- and used-car inventory, Cars.com puts millions of car buyers in control of their shopping process with the information they need to make confident buying decisions.

Launched in June 1998, Cars.com is a division of Classified Ventures, LLC, which is owned by leading media companies, including Belo (NYSE: BLC), Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI), The McClatchy Company (NYSE: MNI), Tribune Company and The Washington Post Company (NYSE: WPO).

About Hyundai

Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced through more than 780 dealerships nationwide.

Four Hyundai Models Honored with Best Bet Awards from the Car Book 2009

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Hyundai’s Genesis, Accent, Entourage and Tucson Recognized for Exceeding the Safety and Performance Needs of the American Buyer

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 02/04/2009 Hyundai continues to collect awards for its model lineup adding “BEST BETS” distinction for four of its vehicles in The Car Book 2009. Genesis, Accent, Entourage and Tucson all earned the distinction of “BEST BETS” from author Jack Gillis and the Center for Auto Safety, the nation’s leading auto safety advocacy group. For 29 years, The Car Book has selected vehicles for this honor based on how well they respond to the safety and performance needs of today’s consumer.

“Hyundai has made a significant contribution to improving the market choices for the American car buyer, demonstrated by the four cars chosen as ‘BEST BETS’ for 2009,” said Jack Gillis, author, The Car Book. “During these most challenging times for the auto industry, the fact that Hyundai vehicles have the quality and features most important to today’s car buyer is a testament to their desire to meet customer needs.”

The Car Book analyzes new vehicles each year to identify those making a significant contribution to improving the market. “BEST BETS” ratings designate The Car Book’s highest-rated cars in each of the size categories. Ratings are based on nine important categories: crash tests, safety features, rollover, preventative maintenance, repair costs, warranty, fuel economy, complaints and insurance costs, with the heaviest emphasis on safety.

“Having four cars named as ‘BEST BETS’ by The Car Book is a testament to the hard work and dedication that goes into all the vehicles in the Hyundai lineup,” said Scott Margason, national manager of Product Planning, Hyundai Motor America. “We are extremely proud to receive these awards and look forward to continuing to develop vehicles that exceed the expectations of all our customers in safety, quality and performance.”

The winning Hyundai models received “BEST BETS” selection in each of the following categories:
Subcompact: Accent
Intermediate: Genesis
Small Sports Utility: Tucson
Minivan: Entourage

All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai Advantage, America’s Best Warranty. In addition, the Hyundai Assurance Program is now offered on all new vehicles leased or purchased from a certified Hyundai dealer. The program is available to any consumer, regardless of age, health, employment record or financed amount of the vehicle. The program is complimentary for the first 12 months.

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA

Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced through more than 780 dealerships nationwide.