Hyundai Motor America has been crowned Money’s Best Automaker Brand for the Money 2025, marking the first time the financial publication has granted this honor. The recognition highlights Hyundai’s commitment to value, innovative technology, and its industry-leading warranty.
As part of Money’s third-annual Best Cars awards, Hyundai excelled, securing wins in 8 out of 11 categories. Standout honors include the IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 being named Best Electric SUV and Best Electric Car, respectively.
Other awards spanned small cars, midsize cars, SUVs, and pickups, with Hyundai models like the Elantra, Tucson, and Santa Fe praised for value, safety, and warranty coverage.
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“This award reflects Hyundai’s dedication to delivering innovative technology, stylish design, and unmatched peace of mind with America’s Best Warranty,” said Ricky Lao, Hyundai Motor North America’s director of product planning.
Hyundai’s industry-leading warranties, including a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty and 10-year EV battery warranty, were central to the accolades. Money’s editors lauded the brand for combining advanced features with reliability and cost-effectiveness.
Highlights of Hyundai’s Wins:
- Best Electric Car: IONIQ 6
- Best Electric SUV: IONIQ 5
- Best Small Car: Hyundai Elantra
- Best Midsize Car: Hyundai Sonata
- Best Small SUV: Hyundai Tucson
- Best Midsize SUV: Hyundai Santa Fe
- Best Large SUV: Hyundai Palisade
- Best Pickup Truck: Hyundai Santa Cruz
Mike Ayers, Money’s editor-in-chief, noted that Hyundai stood out for offering the “best bang for your buck” in the 2025 car market.
Hyundai’s innovation, electrification leadership, and comprehensive U.S. operations—including advanced R&D facilities and manufacturing plants—further underscore its growing reputation as a value-driven automaker.
Source: Hyundai Awarded Money’s Best Automaker Brand for 2025
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