Hyundai Motor Group Sweeps 7 Categories at US Newsweek 'Auto Awards'

Genesis GV70

[Asia Economy Reporter Changhwan Lee] Hyundai Motor Group announced on the 14th that it won seven awards at the '2021 Newsweek Auto Awards' selected by the American news weekly Newsweek.

First, the Genesis GV70 and G90 won the 'Best 5-Seater Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV)' and 'Best Luxury Car' categories, respectively.

The GV70 was recognized for its luxurious interior and exterior design and spacious interior, while the G90 was acknowledged for its smooth driving feel and high specifications relative to its price.

The Hyundai brand was selected as the 'Best Value-for-Money Brand' for offering higher performance specifications than competitors on all models and providing a long warranty period.

The Hyundai Santa Cruz was chosen as the 'Best Compact Truck' for its spaciousness and SUV-like convenience. The Elantra (domestic name Avante) was included in the 'Best Compact Car' category for its safety and driving convenience.

Kia also won awards in the 'Best Minivan' and 'Best Midsize Car' categories with the Carnival and K5, respectively. The K5 was recognized for its interior close to that of a premium car and strong braking power.

Newsweek conducted driving tests based on performance and specifications information on a total of 150 vehicles. Performance, handling, braking, technology, cargo capacity, seating, and price were evaluated.

Hyundai Motor Group swept seven categories of the awards, achieving the most wins among automotive groups.

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