Kiplinger’s Crowns Elantra GT, Santa Fe Sport as Best New Car Values

[Hyundai NEWS]

Hyundai’s freshest faces may be more stylish and fuel-efficient than ever before, but the brand’s commitment to delivering high value hasn’t changed. In fact, two of the most recent additions to the Hyundai family—the Elantra GT and Santa Fe Sport—also became two of the most recent additions to the 2013 list of “10 Best Values in New Car Models” put together by the money experts at Kiplinger’s Personal Finance.
“The stylish five-door Elantra GT is no econobox,” said Jessica Anderson, associate editor of Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine. “Standard features include heated front seats, cooled glove box, seven airbags and an extra outlet for plugging in gear, and the peppy 1.8-liter engine gets 37 mpg on the highway.
“The Santa Fe Sport comes similarly equipped with a host of standard features like reclining rear seats to keep the second row happy, and a driver’s knee airbag. The turbocharged 2.0-liter direct-injected engine suits the car’s sporty nature, and with the help of a six-speed transmission, the Santa Fe Sport gets an EPA-estimated 27 mpg on the highway.”
Backed by attributes like those, the Elantra GT and Santa Fe Sport were honored for their ability to deliver superior levels of performance, value (including resale value), safety, fuel-efficiency, and passenger and cargo room.
“The whole concept behind both the Elantra GT and Santa Fe Sport is exceptional value without sacrifice in comforts, standard equipment or technology,” added Scott Margason, director of Product Planning for Hyundai Motor America. “We’re very proud of both these vehicles; they deliver the driving dynamics, efficiency, and premium quality feel, without the premium price tag. Receiving these awards reinforces Hyundai’s commitment to its customers’ satisfaction and value.”