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Hyundai Dominates U.S. News & World Report's Best Hybrid and Electric Cars Awards
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai vehicles have been recognized with a trio of 2024 Best Cars Hybrid and Electric Car Awards by U.S. News & World Report, the most awards of any brand. The 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 has been named Best Electric SUV, the 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 6 has been named Best Electric Car, and the 2024 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid has earned the title of Best Hybrid SUV. U.S. News & World Report's team painstakingly evaluated 96 hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery-electric models before handing out awards in ten vehicle categories. The company assessed quality, value and performance within each award category, weighing factors including EPA efficiency data as well as pricing and the consensus impressions of other respected automotive media outlets. U.S. News & World Report also considers data from trusted sources, including reliability findings from J.D. Power and safety research from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. "Hyundai has quickly become one of the leaders in the electric vehicle market with great products like the stylish IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 EVs," said John Vincent, senior editor, U.S. News & World Report. "Our research shows that they couple competitive range with faster charging than most rivals, helping them appeal to first-time EV buyers. The 2024 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid takes the best of what an affordable compact SUV can be and adds excellent fuel economy, making it a must-see vehicle with excellent potential for long-term value." "Winning three Best Hybrid and Electric Car Awards from U.S. News & World Report is a huge achievement for us," said Ricky Lao, director, product planning, Hyundai Motor North America. "Our 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, and Tucson Hybrid have all been recognized for their outstanding performance, quality, and value. This recognition motivates us to keep pushing the boundaries and validates our commitment to meeting customers where they are on their journey to electrification." In March, Hyundai's IONIQ 5 and Tucson SUVs were named to U.S. News & World Report's "Best Cars for Families" list. 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5: Best Electric SUV 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 6: Best Electric Car 2024 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid: Best Hybrid SUV About U.S. News Best Cars Hyundai Motor America Hyundai Motor America on Twitter | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok
i EPA-estimated 303 mile driving range for 2024 IONIQ 5 SE/SEL/Limited RWD; 260 mile driving range for IONIQ 5 SE/SEL/Limited AWD; and 220 mile driving range for IONIQ 5 SE RWD (Standard Range). All figures are EPA estimates and based on a fully charged battery. For comparison purposes only. Battery capacity decreases with time and use. Actual range will vary based on a number of factors, including vehicle options, driving conditions and habits, vehicle and battery's condition, battery temperature and outside temperature. ii Approximately 18 minutes to charge from 10% to 80% on a 350-kW, 800V DC ultra-fast charger. Actual charging time varies based on a number of factors, including current battery charge level, output of the charging unit, vehicle and battery settings, battery temperature and outside temperature. Ultra-fast charging stations are provided by independent companies and availability is not guaranteed iii 2024 IONIQ 6 is available at select dealers in select states only. Contact your Hyundai dealer for availability details.? iv EPA-estimated 361-mile driving range for 2024 IONIQ 6 SE Long Range RWD; EPA-estimated 316-mile driving range for IONIQ 6 SE AWD. All figures are EPA estimates and based on a fully charged battery. For comparison purposes only. Battery capacity decreases with time and use. Actual range will vary based on a number of factors, including vehicle options, driving conditions and habits, vehicle and battery condition, battery temperature and outside temperature.
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