TUCSON Leads the Pack as Best Mid-Size SUV
Hyundai’s EV Mastery Recognized with KONA Electric and IONIQ 5 N Awards
i10 Retains Best City Car Title for Another Year
Leatherhead, 3 July 2024 – Hyundai’s remarkable range of vehicles has garnered significant acclaim at the 2024 Auto Express New Car Awards, with four models clinching top honors. This recognition underscores the exceptional appeal and quality of Hyundai’s offerings.
The awards ceremony, hosted at Dartmouth House in London’s Mayfair, saw the Hyundai TUCSON being celebrated as the Best Mid-Size SUV. The Hyundai i10 was named Best City Car, while Hyundai’s prowess in electric vehicles was affirmed with the KONA Electric winning Best Small Company Car and the IONIQ 5 N taking the Best Performance Car title.
As one of the UK’s premier car news and reviews platforms, Auto Express has been a trusted source since its inception in 1993. The awards are adjudicated by an expert panel of road testers who evaluate vehicles based on real-world buyer needs across 25 categories.
The TUCSON’s victory marks its fourth consecutive year as the Best Mid-Size SUV, impressing judges with its comprehensive appeal. With a starting price of £32,000, the TUCSON continues to be a favorite among buyers.
The Hyundai i10, starting at £16,030, repeated its success from last year, standing out in the city car segment with its stylish design, generous features, and reasonable pricing.
The KONA Electric, priced from £34,995, earned the Best Small Company Car accolade, following its overall Car of the Year win in 2023. Judges were particularly taken with its sharp design and affordability.
The IONIQ 5 N’s recognition as the Best Performance Car adds to its growing list of accolades, including the 2024 World Performance Car in the World Car Awards and 2023 Car of the Year by TopGear.com. The IONIQ 5 N, available from £65,000, continues to set new standards in electric performance with its motorsport-inspired technology.
Paul Barker, Editor of Auto Express, praised Hyundai’s extensive capabilities, saying, “Hyundai’s range is as diverse as it is high-quality. The TUCSON offers an outstanding mix of design, space, technology, and powertrain options. The i10 proves that affordable, fun, and well-equipped small cars are still achievable. The KONA Electric blends practicality, style, and low running costs superbly, while the IONIQ 5 N has redefined what electric performance cars can achieve.”
Ashley Andrew, President of Hyundai & Genesis UK, expressed pride in the company’s achievements, stating, “Winning four major awards from a respected title like Auto Express highlights Hyundai’s compelling line-up in the UK. From affordable city cars to family SUVs and electrifying performance cars, Hyundai continues to set new benchmarks, delivering exactly what customers desire with high-quality, attractive, and competitively priced models.”
