Hyundai’s mid-2010 Elantra model will get a minor update, highlighted by a new in-dash touchscreen navigation system. Hyundai says the Elantra GLS Navigation Package is the “least expensive full-screen navigation-equipped vehicle among comparable models.”

For only $18,715—including destination—the Hyundai Elantra GLS with Navigation Package undercuts a similarly equipped Toyota Corolla by $685. It also beats the Honda Civic and Mazda3 by about $4,200 and is incredibly $5475 cheaper than the Volkswagen Jetta.

But despite of the Elantra’s low cost, its navigations system is packed with technology. The LG designed system features a 6.5 inch touch screen interface, Bluetooth connectivity, iPod and USB inputs and XM Satellite radio.

The revised 2010 Elantra model range…

Hyundai has just released its pricing list for its 2011 Sonata. The newest sedan from Hyundai will start at $19,195 for its entry-level GLS with a manual transmission. The suggested retail price will then climb through the models before topping out at $17,395 for the Limited with the optional navigation package.

Hyundai will offer the Sonata in three trim levels. First for an additional $750 to the base price, the GLS automatic can be optioned with the Popular Equipment Package which has the 16-inch alloy wheels, a power driver’s seat with adjustable lumbar, upgraded interior trim and automatic head lamps. A navigation system and a premium audio upgrade are also available…

Hyundai waited for the North American International Auto Show to announce a secret: under the hood of the next-generation Hyundai Santa Fe is a new four and six-cylinder engines. Okay, so it may not have been a secret after all since Hyundai has already been selling the model in the US for quite some time now.

Nevertheless, an upgrade is still an upgrade. Now what does the new engines brought to the table? The new 2.4 liter DOHC Theta II four-cylinder boasts 175 horsepower and 169 lb-ft of torque. That’s less than what the outgoing 2.7 liter V6 engine can offer, but Hyundai assures that the new four-cylinder sprints from zero…

Hyundai announced that its Blue-Will concept will be making its North America debut at the Auto Show in Detroit next week. Blue-Will already made its world debut at the Seoul Motor Show last April.

The Hyundai Blue-Will is the first plug-in electric vehicle for the automaker. It will be using the same Hybrid Blue Drive technology that Hyundai introduced at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show.

The Blue-Will will be powered by a 1.6 Liter direct-injected four-cylinder engine that produces 152 horsepower and a 100kW electric motor. And instead of the lithium-ion batteries, the Blue-Will will use a lithium polymer setup. Hyundai’ Blue-Will can return up to 55mpg in hybrid mode and…

Hyundai is ready to release of its 2.4 Liter Theta II GDI engine, its first Gasoline Direct Injection engine. And it will be featured in the 2011 Hyundai Sonata model.

The 2.4 Liter Theta II GDI direct-injection engine is able to produce 201 horsepower at 6300 rpm and 250 Nm of torque at 4250 rpm. The engine will feature dual continuously variable valve timing and variable induction system technology that will improve power and fuel economy figures.

According to Dr. Lee Hyun-Soon, Vice Chairman and Chief Technology Officer of Hyundai, the Theta II GDI “convincingly demonstrates Hyundai’s advanced powertrain engineering capabilities.”

The 170 billion Korean won worth 2.4 Liter Theta II GDI engine…

Hyundai’s “Hyundai Assurance Program” has been such a great success, that the Korean car maker is thinking of extending the program. The Hyundai Assurance Program, allows customers to return the car if they suddenly lose their job or income. The program has been so successful that American giants General Motors and Ford launched variations of their own.

Hyundai North America CEO John Krafcik said in an interview that the management of Hyundai is seriously thinking of extending the Assurance Program. . The program is set to run through the remainder of the year, but Krafcik added: “We’re thinking now about how much further we should take it.”

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With the current trend of fuel prices and the clamor for more eco-friendly cars, Hyundai has tweaked its popular Elantra Sedan to give out an extra 2 mpg on the highway for the new Elantra Blue trim package.

The Elantra Blue package is priced at $14,145 and will only be available with a five speed manual transmission. The Elantra is the cheapest of all the cars in its range, but it is not yet capable of beating the Chevrolet Cobalt XFE’s class-leading 37 mpg rating despite its modifications.

The Elantra Blue is has a so-called “smart” alternator, reduced friction components, engine calibration adjustments and new gear ratios for the five-speed manual transmission…

Hyundai is one of the fastest rising carmaker that ever came out of Korea, at they have also set shop at the latest Frankfurt Motor Show. One of the cars that Hyundai will present in the show is its newest ix-Metro concept.

The ix-Metro crossover is a concept car aimed at the European market. The car has a small displacement gasoline-electric hybrid powertrain, the tall wagon also shows off a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

A 1.0-liter three-cylinder engine with direct injection, variable valve timing on the intake and exhaust cams and a turbocharger help the crossover car to move effortlessly. It also has a very reasonable 124-horsepower. According to Hyundai the powertrain…

Hyundai will be exhibiting a new concept car aimed at the European market. It is called the Hyundai ix-Metro. The ix-Metro will debut this month in the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show. Featuring a small displacement gasoline-electric hybrid powertrain, the tall wagon also shows off a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

The ix-Metro will come in a 1.0 -liter three-cylinder engine with direct injection, variable valve timing on the intake and exhaust cams and a turbocharger that will help the 124 horsepower engine. Hyundai also claims that the powertrain will only emit 80 g/km of CO2.

Based on the images provided by Hyundai, it looks like the Korean manufacturer has opted for the alien…

Hyundai Tucson ix was officially unveiled in Korea. With this start, the auto-maker is aiming to set the trend for the segment and regain sales leadership in the small SUV market.

Its innovative features begin with the exterior design based on the bold ix-onic concept presented at Geneva Motor Show in March. The power output, fuel-efficiency, comfort and safety features have been entirely developed.

It comes with a 2-litre engine: the new diesel R or gasoline Theta-II. The diesel engine meets the Euro-5 emissions standards and achieves 15.4 kilometers per liter fuel economy with maximum power output of 184 horsepower. The gasoline engine, which is for front-wheel-drive only, has a fuel economy…

No doubt that appearance plays a big factor in marketing strategies and it seems that Hyundai understands that very well. Look at the creative styling they put in Genesis Coupe. Now the question is, does it perform well?

Actually, it does have a serious potential. In 2.0 Turbo form, the GEMA four-cylinder that Hyundai shares with Mitsubishi and Chrysler is slightly boosted to deliver 210 horsepower and 223 pound-feet of torque. The torque is all-in by 2,000 rpm, and there’s more power obtainable in the aluminum engine.

Under the hood, you’ll see a tidy looking workroom. The turbocharger hangs off the passenger side of the block, and is plumbed through an intercooler…