Tests and Features

Comparative TestsThe Top Seven Compact Cars
Not only are compact cars increasingly popular in our market, but this segment is constantly evolving. To prove the point, we decided to assess—and compare—the seven most popular compacts. This time, we took a simpler approach than usual and tried to simulate a real vehicle purchase. Form and function The …
First Drives2014 Hyundai Equus: Lexus For Less4.5/5
It's not easy to force your way into the luxury conversation, but this is exactly what Hyundai has done with the full-size Equus sedan. In fact, it's much easier to lose your way instead, a la Lincoln or Acura, and start to fade completely from the public's perception of what …
Test Drives2013 Hyundai Accent: A Car for all Seasons4.5/5
It wasn’t too long ago that people bought the Hyundai Accent mainly for its very competitive price. They didn’t pay much attention to its plain appearance or noisy and none-too-dynamic mechanics. They also chose this model for its reliability: it was uncomplicated – even elementary – but it was pretty …
First DrivesHello Hyundai Santa Fe XL, So Long Veracruz!3.5/5
The Hyundai Santa Fe underwent a facelift last year to mark this model’s third generation. Hyundai is betting heavily on its compact SUV, which also serves as the brand’s ambassador. In fact, in 2012, the Santa Fe held no less than an 8.3% market share in its category while ranking …
Test Drives2012 Hyundai Elantra: And that’s a wrap!4.0/5
For those of you wondering about the title of this article, rest assured that I am using the word “wrap” in the movie sense and not as a reference to a sandwich alternative. In Hollywood, when a shoot is completed and everyone is happy with the work, the day is …
Test Drives2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo: An Incomplete Performance Package4.0/5
The 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo is an exciting entry into the compact performance sphere. The plucky little hatchback is daring in more ways than one: it boasts an unusual exterior design, features the availability of options previously restricted to the aftermarket, and provides a purchase price that is competitive with …
Test DrivesHe said, she said: Test driving the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
The premise of the He said, she said chronicle is simple: we lend a press vehicle to a couple to test drive extensively for two weeks, giving the two participants just one instruction: to take note of all of their impressions, both good and bad. Both test drivers have to …
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