Hyundai Receives Best Word-of-Mouth Recommendation

The Boston Consulting group discovered a way to measure word-of-mouth power amongst several industries using their Brand Advocacy Index; a study that measures individual industry's performance from person to person. For the study, 32,000 individuals were surveyed and the top 55 brands were listed. In the automotive industry Hyundai, Honda and Kia tied for first place for best word-of-mouth recommendation, all tied at 63 percent.

Has Hyundai earned this accolade in your mind? We hope so! :) If you'd like to read more about the Hyundai brand, please see our Why Hyundai page here!


All information via Autoblog

Hyundai to Debut Next-Generation Blue Link Infotainment System in 2015 Hyundai Genesis

2015 Hyundai Genesis Gets All-New Blue Link

The 2015 Hyundai Genesis will be premiering Hyundai's next-generation Blue Link system at PepCom's Digital Experience, before it even hits the 2014 North American International Auto Show. The event will be held on Monday, Jan 6, 2014 before the show from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.

Check out the details of the new system below, and keep your eyes peeled for our new page on the 2015 Hyundai Genesis!

Features on the 2015 Genesis system:

• Next-generation Blue Link with destination search engine powered by Google
• Genesis Intelligent Assistant app
• aha SoundHound and Pandora integration with smartphone
• Hyundai Assurance Connected Care powered by Blue Link
• All-new infotainment system, including:
• Advanced Voice Recognition (AVR)
• Completely redesigned touch interface and navigation
• Swipe gestures for quick access
• HD Radio technology

As we said, stay tuned for our big update!  We're beyond excited for this new Genesis and can't wait to bring more information to you soon!


All information and bulleted list via Hyundai Motor America, image via iMotor Times

Certified Pre-Owned Hyundai: What's Included?

The term "Certified Pre-Owned" is well-known in the car industry, but oftentimes there are questions of what exactly makes the difference between a Certified Pre-Owned Hyundai and one that's simply pre-owned.

Certified Hyundai vehicles have great value and are backed by an amazing program; Hyundai has received the IntelliChoice Certified Pre-Owned Program Award for two years running! At Burlington Hyundai, we're happy to certify a qualified pre-owned Hyundai for you before your purchase as long as it meets a few specifications*, so take a look at what's included below so you can decide if a Certified Pre-Owned Hyundai is what's best for you!

1. 10 year/100,000 mile Powertrain Limited Warranty
Repair/replacement of powertrain components (selected engine/transmission/transaxle components)
*With a used Hyundai that's not Certified, you would have powertrain components covered through the 5 year/60,000 mile Limited Warranty directly below:

2. Remainder of 5 year/60,000 mile Limited Warranty
Repair or replacement of any component manufactured or originally installed by Hyundai that is defected in material or factory workmanship, under normal use and maintenance
*You may also take advantage of our CPO Wrap, which enhances the Hyundai factory limited warranty to 10 years/100,000 miles.

3. Comprehensive 150-point inspection
4. Ten-year/unlimited mile Roadside Assistance and first-day rental car
5. Complimentary 90-day subscription for SIRIUS XM Radio
6. CARFAX Vehicle History Report

Compare Certified Hyundai warranties vs. other makers below, and makes sure to check out our pre-owned Hyundai inventory here!

*Starting Jan. 1, 2014, the vehicle must be a 2010 model year or newer, miles must be under 60,000, must pass the 150-point inspection.

2014 Hyundai Elantra Coupe Updates

This photo is of the 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe

The 2014 Hyundai Elantra Coupe has just become much easier to shop for; as opposed to choosing between a GLS or SE trim option, the 2014 Elantra Coupe comes in just one well-equipped trim with a customer's choice of whether or not they want to include the Technology Package (details below).

Read more about the features on the 2014 Elantra Coupe, and we'll keep you updated when we have it in stock! (In the meantime, you're welcome to check out our current Hyundai Elantra Coupe overview page here!)

New standard equipment for 2014:

• 2.0-liter Nu GDI inline four-cylinder engine (replaces the 1.8-liter Nu Multi Port Injection (MPI) engine in the previous model)
• Sport-tuned steering and suspension
• Driver’s blind spot side mirror 17-inch alloy wheels with P215/45R17 tires
• Unique grille – black with chrome surround
• Rear spoiler
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
• Power windows with driver’s one touch up and down
• Side view mirror repeaters
• GS and SE trims have been consolidated into one model for the 2014 model year

New Technology Package equipment for 2014:

• Blue Link and Hyundai Assurance Connected Care
• Projector headlights with LED accents
• LED taillights
• Next-generation navigation and audio technology with Pandora Internet Radio

All information and images via Hyundai, images are of the 2013 Elantra Coupe