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Hyundai announced MSRP and other details for its 2013-MY Sonata Hybrid, which features a larger but lighter lithium polymer battery pack, improved hybrid architecture, and better fuel efficiency.

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The 2013-MY Santa Fe is set to arrive in Hyundai dealerships by the end of February.

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For the 2012 Miami International Auto Show, the all-new Hyundai Santa Fe Sport was given the 'Utility Vehicle of the Show' title by a panel of automotive journalists. The category included SUVs, pickup trucks and crossovers.

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Some of the highlights of the new model include all-new crossover vehicle architecture, weight reduction of 266 lbs. and a new 2.4L engine lineup, among a number of comfort and connectivity features.

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The available powertrain choices include a 29 mpg highway 3.8L V-6 and Hyundai’s 5.0L direct-injected Tau V-8 engine, which is only available on the Genesis 5.0 R-Spec model.

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With the new engine and transmission combination the Equus gets fuel-economy figures of 15 mpg city, 23 mpg highway and 18 mpg combined.

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Safety technologies on the 2013-MY Sonata include Electronic Stability Control (ESC), six standard airbags, four-wheel disc brakes and an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), including Brake Assist and Electronic Brake-force Distribution.

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Earlier this month Hyundai revealed its all-new 2013-MY Hyundai Santa Fe, which will come in a five-passenger model, the Santa Fe Sport, and a long wheelbase (LWB) seven-passenger model called the Santa Fe.

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Hyundai announced it is adding a lifetime battery replacement guarantee to its Sonata Hybrid coverage to expand the benefits of the Hyundai Assurance warranty program.

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IRVINE, CA - KBB tested four new compact sedans tested, including the Chevrolet Cruze, Ford Focus, Honda Civic, and Hyundai Elantra.

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The Equus Signature will be priced at $58,000 and the top-of-the-line Equus Ultimate at $64,500.

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In January, the Big Six — General Motors, Ford, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda and Nissan — held 73 percent of all commercial/ fleet sales. In July, that shrank to 64.7 percent and is expected to decline again in August.

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The Equus is crafted to rival Lexus, BMW and Mercedes. Pricing and specs to be announced later.

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