Hyundai Wins Kiplinger's "Best Of 2007 Cars" Awards

Hyundai Wins Kiplinger's "Best Of 2007 Cars" Awards

2007 Sonata And Azera Receive "Best In Class"



FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 03/05/2007 Kiplinger’s Personal Finance named the Hyundai Sonata GLS and Azera Limited "Best in Class" in the annual buyer's guide "Best of 2007 Cars" awards.

Kiplinger's Personal Finance editors and analysts evaluated nearly 500 new models and selected winners in nine price categories from small economy cars to crossovers, large SUVs and luxury sedans. They also assessed sticker and dealer prices, projected resale values and fuel costs.

The Azera Limited beat the Toyota Camry and Nissan Altima for "Best in Class" in the $25,000 - $30,000 sedan category, which included a cross-section of midsize and large sedans with premium features. According to Kiplinger's editors', "Entry-luxe features, such as heated leather seats, dual climate controls, power rear sunshade and 17-inch wheels, are standard, at a value price. With the $2,500 Ultimate package, you also get a moonroof, ten-speaker Infinity audio system and rain-sensing windshield wipers. The comprehensive warranty is five years/60,000 miles." Azera also offers standard safety technologies including Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and side and curtain airbags.

The Sonata GLS won "Best in Class" in the under $20,000 sedan category. Kiplinger's editors stated, "A full array of standard safety features plus 16 cubic feet of cargo room push the Sonata to the head of its pack. With 162 horsepower, this fuel-thrifty four cylinder is no slouch. Speaking of slouching, long-legged drivers and passengers rejoice - no car in this class matches the Sonata's 44 inches of front legroom and 37 inches in the rear."

"The Azera and Sonata are both excellent examples of Hyundai's commitment to outstanding quality, standard life-saving safety technologies and unbeatable value," said John Krafcik, vice president of Strategic Planning and Product Development, Hyundai Motor America. "It's rewarding that Kiplinger's recognized both sedans for their segment leadership."

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 755 dealerships nationwide.

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