Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid and Kona Named to PARENTS 2025 Best Family Cars Awards

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Hyundai's Santa Fe Hybrid and Kona SUV have earned recognition in the 2025 PARENTS Best Family Cars Awards. The Santa Fe Hybrid was named Best Hybrid SUV, while the Kona received the Best Compact SUV award. The selection process involved expert evaluation of nearly 200 models, focusing on safety, practicality, fuel efficiency, and value.

Both vehicles come standard with advanced safety features including Forward Collision Avoidance, Lane Departure Warning, and Driver Attention Warning systems. They also offer modern conveniences like Digital Key 2 and wireless device charging. According to a recent economic impact report, Hyundai's U.S. operations, including its manufacturing facilities and 835 independent dealers, contribute $20.1 billion annually and create 190,000 jobs to the U.S. economy.

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• Recognition in prestigious PARENTS Best Family Cars Awards for two vehicle models
• Comprehensive standard safety features across both models
• $20.1 billion annual economic contribution to U.S. economy
• 190,000 jobs created through U.S. operations

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• Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid named Best Hybrid SUV
• Hyundai Kona gas and electric models awarded Best Compact SUV
• Annual awards consider safety, practicality, and efficiency, among other criteria

CHICAGO, Feb. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai's Santa Fe Hybrid and Kona SUV have been recognized in the 2025 PARENTS Best Family Cars Awards. The Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid has been named Best Hybrid SUV and the Kona has been honored Best Compact SUV. PARENTS enlisted top family car experts to review and test new and existing models to highlight the best vehicles available for every type of family. Nearly 200 models were assessed, and the list highlights the premier vehicles that stand out to PARENTS' judges for their safety, practicality, fuel efficiency, and value.

"At Hyundai, family buyers are an important target consumer across our entire lineup," said Ricky Lao, director, product planning, Hyundai Motor North America. "We are pleased to be recognized by PARENTS with two 2025 Best Family Cars awards. Because safety comes first, our Santa Fe and Kona SUVs feature standard Forward Collision Avoidance (FCA), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), and Driver Attention Warning (DAW) driver-assist systems. In addition, these models are available with numerous convenience features including Digital Key 2, and wireless device charging, smart tech that makes commutes and weekend adventures easier and more enjoyable."

Hyundai Motor America
Hyundai Motor America offers U.S. consumers a technology-rich lineup of cars, SUVs, and electrified vehicles, while supporting Hyundai Motor Company's Progress for Humanity vision. Hyundai has significant operations in the U.S., including its North American headquarters in California, the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama assembly plant, the all-new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (in development in Georgia), and several cutting-edge R&D facilities. These operations, combined with those of Hyundai's 835 independent dealers, contribute $20.1 billion annually and 190,000 jobs to the U.S. economy, according to a recent economic impact report. For more information, visit www.hyundainews.com.

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FAQ

What awards did Hyundai (HYMTF) win in the 2025 PARENTS Best Family Cars Awards?

Hyundai won two awards: the Santa Fe Hybrid was named Best Hybrid SUV and the Kona was named Best Compact SUV.

What standard safety features are included in the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe and Kona models?

Both models come standard with Forward Collision Avoidance (FCA), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), and Driver Attention Warning (DAW) driver-assist systems.

How many jobs does Hyundai (HYMTF) create in the U.S. economy?

Hyundai's U.S. operations, including its manufacturing facilities and 835 independent dealers, create 190,000 jobs in the U.S. economy.

What is Hyundai's (HYMTF) annual economic contribution to the U.S. economy?

According to a recent economic impact report, Hyundai contributes $20.1 billion annually to the U.S. economy.

What technology features are available in the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe and Kona?

Both models offer modern technology features including Digital Key 2 and wireless device charging.