Hyundai Motor Group announced on the 3rd that it achieved the highest number of awards, winning 7 out of 12 categories in the 'Best Cars for Teens' organized by U.S. News & World Report.
Hyundai Motor Group made the list of top vehicles in 4 out of 8 categories in the new car sector and 3 out of 4 categories in the used car sector. Hyundai Motor Group has continued its record of the highest number of awards for four consecutive years since 2022.
In the new car sector, the Avante (locally known as Elantra) was recognized as the best car in the $25,000–$30,000 price range, the Tucson as the best sports utility vehicle (SUV) in the $25,000–$30,000 price range, and the Tucson Hybrid as the best SUV in the $30,000–$35,000 price range. Kia's Soul was selected as the best SUV in the $20,000–$25,000 price range.
In the used car sector, the 2022 Avante Hybrid was recognized as the best compact car, the 2022 Tucson Hybrid as the best compact SUV, and the 2022 Santa Fe Hybrid as the best midsize SUV.
In particular, Hyundai's Tucson has been ranked as the best SUV in the $25,000–$30,000 price range for four consecutive years in the new car sector.
The Best Cars for Teens are evaluated in the new car sector based on reliability, crash safety, advanced driver assistance systems, and opinions from industry experts. In the used car sector, factors such as safety, low maintenance costs, and positive expert evaluations from models produced between 2020 and 2022 are considered.
Hyundai explained, "Not only has it proven its safety and economic feasibility, but it has also been recognized for providing a good experience for first-time car buyers, which can lead to long-term customer loyalty."
Olabisi Boil, executive director of product planning and mobility strategy at Hyundai Motor North America, said, "This award signifies trust beyond mere specification comparisons," adding, "Teenagers want style, technology, and freedom, while parents seek safety and reliability; Hyundai meets everyone's needs."