One area that has been upgraded is the engine.  The new ones offered are 3.3 L or 3.6 L V8’s.  How does this compare to other Chicagoland used Hyundai models?  I took a look at some 2008 and 2009 models and most of them came with V6 engines.  The selection I viewed included an ‘09 Sonata GLS, a 2008 Veracruz, and an ‘09 Sonata Limited edition.

The 3.3 L engine is found on the entry-level Azera model, the GLS.  For an entry level engine, it still gives good horsepower of 260 and 233 lbs.-ft of torque.  If you opt for a bit more power, you can step up to the model with the 3.6 L engine.  You can find 283 horsepower and 263 lb-ft of torque that one.  For a sedan, I think these two options are very good.  I could see myself cruising around in one these Azeras.

The new Azera is also getting better fuel economy.  The GLS will get you around 20 mpg in the city and 28 for the highway.  The Limited (with the 3.6 L engine) provides a driver around 19/27.    Other used Hyundai Chicago models that I saw did not get quite as good gas mileage.  For example, a 2009 Sonata GLS sedan I spied was listed at 18/22 mpg. Less money spent at the pump for your 2011 Azera means more cash for those things you enjoy!

What are some other additions to the new Azera that might not be found on other Chicagoland used Hyundai cars and SUV’s?  The bumper fascia is new and gives the car a cleaner look.  The lighting is also more modern, with LED lighting in the front and rear lights.  The sedan also comes with fog lights, to keep you safe in a very difficult driving condition.  Engineers for the Azera have also added 17 inch wheels and have made the design so that the car performs well on the roads!

The 2011 Azera will be at your used Hyundai Chicago dealer soon.  Meanwhile, other new and used Hyundai models are a great option if you are looking for a decently priced, quality automotive!

Hyundai has had something up its sleeve for the past say, 4 years, and it’s gonna take hold in the next generation of the Chicago Hyundai Sonata.  The 2011 model will be the first to have the Theta II Gasoline Direct Injection engine that Hyundai has been working on in it’s South Korea plant.

The engine’s specifics are as follows.  It will give the Sonata 201 HP and 184 pound-feet of torque.   It’ll be a 2.4 L with four-cylinders and the compression ratio will be 11:3:1.    A fuel pump that has a high pressure will send fuel to the injectors and allow the car to get the horsepower and torque it can.  Another advantage of the Theta II, over the engine in your used Hyundai Chicago, is that it gives around 10% better fuel economy.  That means more money in your pocket!

Besides new engine technology, what will be found in your 2011 Chicago Hyundai Sonata?  To start with, it has been redesigned.  It’s curvier and has more arcs, being termed “fluidic sculpture” by architects for Hyundai.  A family sedan with a little flair seems like a good thing!

Powertrain choices will be plenty with the new Sonata.  Manual and automatic options are available and the mpg will fall around 23/35 for automatic and 23/34 with the manual.  Those are mpg’s I could live with in a sedan.  Hyundai also says that a Hybrid version will be developed.

The 2011 Sonata coming out later this year and the 2010 Sonata currently at your used Hyundai Chicago dealer have many amenities to offer the right buyer. They are also affordable  and reliable cars.  Consider buying a Hyundai today!

The design of the Blue-Will looks very furturistic compared to other Chicago Hyundai used cars. Overall, this car has a very sleek look.   I like the lines on the side of the car, that crossover making an “X” shape.  And the front LED panel has a very distinctive shape.  I wonder if the Chicago Genesis will ever have this outer design?  Only time will tell!

Inside the car, a lot of cool features are also found.  Due to ever changing information advances, the car’s engineers were able to update the interior design to their liking.  For example, the gauge is made with LED lighting and has a TOLED technology that allows the gauges to be shown in high resolution color.  I would love to see this in person soon at my Chicagoland used Hyundai dealer!

The Hyundai PHEV has a unique operating mode.  A lithium Ion battery will provide power, along with a 1.6 L, direct injected petrol engine.  The Blue-Will also has solar panel cells that help maximize battery power.  So, the car can run on fuel, electric power, or a combination of the two depending on weather conditions, distance driven, etc.  This model is clearly a step in a new direction compared to some other Chicago Hyundai used cars.

Again, automakers are looking to make more environmentally friendly autos, espcially in light of stricter govnerment standards on CO2 emissions.  Hyundai is absolutely taking a path in the right direction with its Blue-Will PHEV concept.

What’s making the 2010 version of the program even better?   Hyundai is offering  free roadside assistance with it.  Basically, any assistance that a driver would get through AAA, Hyundai will provide for free.  These services include jump starts, bringing you gas if you run out, help if you lock your keys in your car, flat tire replacement, and towing. Wow, this really is an added bonus.  It is great to see a company looking out for the general public, while trying to get their autos sold and on the roadways.

Now, it’s time to take a look at some of great Hyundai models waiting for you at a local dealership.  The Chicago Hyundai Sonata is a dependable car with fine amenities.   It is a mid size sedan,  has 4 doors, and can carry 5 people.  The car was redesigned for the 2009 model year, so the 2010 model remains unchanged.  The 2011 model due out later this year or early next year will be a bit sportier than current models.  Either way, the Sonata at your Chicago Hyundai dealer is affordable, ranks Excellent in Safety, and received Good marks for performance, exterior and reliability.  Take a test drive today!

Another great model is the Chicago Santa Fe.  It is a crossover that was revamped for the 2010 model year, getting new exterior features and powertrains.   The new Theta-4 engine takes the place of the 2.7-liter V-6 engine in the 2009 model and reduces fuel usage by 17%.  Exterior wise, Hyundai offered some new color choices for the 2010 models, put on new front and rear bumpers and wheels, to name a few. 

Whether you are looking for a mid-size sedan or crossover vehicle, the Chicago Santa Fe and Chicago Hyundai Sonata are two choices waiting for you at a nearby dealership.  And, the Assurance Program is an added bonus in case you need it.  Consider a Hyundai today!

This basic model will start at just under 19K, providing a 2.4-liter Theta II four-cylinder engine.  Down the road, a bigger four engine will be available, for those power seeking drivers!

Other features can also be found on this newly designed crossover.  One area that Hyundai is focusing on is a more fluid design.  The grille on the Tucson will be in a hexagon shape.  I wish this was a design I could have found on Chicago Hyundai used cars when I was shopping for a pre-owned Santa Fe.  Also, the crossover will be bigger, providing more leg and head room, and plenty of cargo storing space.  This is a great feature also found in the Chicago Santa Fe.

Some other features include a sunroof, rear view camera to assist with parking, and leather interior seating.  What is also very nice when traveling with others is the dual-zone climate control.  This will help keep everyone more and comfortable and happy during a long trip.  Note that these are options that would bump up the price a bit from the base of $19K.

Whatever option you choose, the 2010 Tucson is a great automobile.  If you haven’t driven a Hyundai before,  head to your Chicago Hyundai dealer and give it a try!

New features have a home in the 2010 Azera.  A few that come standard with the GLS model are 17 inch alloy wheels and a better audio system.  This interior feature offers AM/FM/XM/CD/MP3 options, as well as iPod as USB jacks- awesome!  My friend will be excited, as the model she purchased from a Chicagoland used Hyundai dealer a few years ago doesn’t have a great audio system…… And she loves jamming to her Rolling Stones after a stressful day at work! Luckily, she’s in the market for a new Hyundai, and I’m guessing the Azera will exceed her expectations and come in under her budget.

This sedan has  good power in its engine….The GLS (basic) trim comes with 234 hp and the Limited trim gives more boost at 263 hp.  The gas mileage is still average for a sedan: 18 mpg in the city and 26 on the highway.

One of the coolest parts inside the car is the setting memory created for the driver’s seat.  What it will do is save your steering wheel, seat, and side mirror positioning with the touch of a button We all know how annoying it is to get in the car after your spouse has driven it and changed things to their comfort level!

Chicago Hyundai cars and SUVs have a great new model joining them at the dealership.  In a time when many of us are looking to save money, the affordable, made-over Azera should come as welcome news!

This attractive auto was officially unveiled earlier this fall in Korea.  It has a sportier and sleek look that will most likely woo in the younger, hipper, 4 door sedan buyer versus other used Hyundai Chicago models.  The car is long and low and has an updated grill.  The whole structure of the car is very elegant looking, patterned off of the “fluidic sculpture” design that was first used on the Genesis Coupe. 

Also, the Chicago Hyundai Sonata will be more powerful on the roads.  It is said to be getting a 2.4-liter four-cylinder that packs more punch that the current four-cylinder mill found in the Hyundai brand. 

Currently, this newly updated model is being sold in Korea as a 2010 model, but most likely won’t be sold in the United States until 2011 at the earliest.  This is due to the fact that here in the US the Sonata’s received some modest upgrades for 2009 that are still doing well for the company. 

Hyundai is definitely an up and coming automotive company, providing it’s drivers quality vehicles that are priced right and safe to drive.  Your local dealer will have new Sonatas,as well as other great Chicago Hyundai used cars for sale now.

As part of their Assurance program, Hyundai is offering a bailout for customers who want a vehicle but are uncertain about their financial futures, buying back a customer’s car if he or she is not able to pay for it due to job loss or a disability a year after purchase.  The auto giant will also make the car payment for three months for those out-of-work consumers who lose their jobs but want to keep the car, allowing them a 90-day grace period for them to find work without ever asking for these payments back.  That means you can buy the new 2010 Hyundai Chicago Accent Sedan or a Chicago Elantra and, if an unfortunate job situation befalls you in the next year, there’s no risk!

Hyundai is the first automaker in the U.S. to offer a return without having to worry about equity or depreciation.  This Good Samaritan-like ethic and security assurance has brought Hyundai up in the market and has brought on a greater confidence in the auto consumer, considering the rise in job losses and unemployment leading customers to think more than twice about their auto purchases.

Hyundai has also gained market share most likely through relating to customers on a regional, rather than national, level, in dealerships, such as your local Chicago Hyundai dealership, allowing consumers to interact online and check out the latest and greatest before even stepping into the dealership.  Hyundai also sponsored the Academy Awards last year, a most appropriate sponsorship from an award-winning design and manufacturing company, matching customer satisfaction to a contemporary risk-free bailout program where everybody wins.

- 2009 North America Car of the Year (1st time a Korean brand received this honor)

-  Motor Trend – America’s Top 40 New Cars

-  J.D. Power and Associates – Automotive, Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) – Most appealing mid size premium car…and the list goes on.

What is it about this mid size sedan that makes it so popular?

The Genesis has excellent handling and can corner very well too.  In testing done, it was found to have better cornering than the 2008 BMW 550i.  This was true on both wet and dry roadways.  IF you go out looking for a new model or a Chicago used Hyundai Genesis, you can expect horsepower of 375 with premium fuel, 368 with regular.   The traction control system found in the sedan helps the tires maintain constant connection with the road, so the horsepower is used as it should be.

Also, the Chicago Genesis comes with many interior features that make it exciting to drive.  The sound system chosen to entertain the driver is the Lexicon 7.1.  It’s a system found only in the Rolls Royce.  That’s pretty cool!  There is also plenty of storage in there that is discreet, but useful — places to store sunglasses, bottle of water, a snack, or anything else convenient to have during  a drive!

The look of the interior and exterior can be made to the driver’s liking.  A buyer is able to choose from eight different paint colors, such as sapphire blue pearl or Cabernet red pearl, to name a few.   Those colors will get some heads turning when you drive by!  Also, you can choose from several leather and wood grain interior options to make the Genesis your own.

Obviously, this car has a lot to offer.  To experience the total driving experience for yourself, head to your Chicago used Hyundai Genesis dealer now!

This Hyundai Illinois is the first in the world that can run on the liquified petroleum and is also able to run via lithium-ion polymer batteries. Some positive aspects of this type of battery are that it costs less to make, holds a higher density of energy, and is overall a more reliable battery. To include some facts on the LPI HEV model, this car boasts a 114 hp 1.6 L four-Cycling LPI engine with a 20 hp electric motor. One thing a driver will notice is that the Hyundai Illinois does not reach higher speeds as quickly as other luxury car models, due to the lower horse powered motor. But, it is still an exciting car to own!

In addition, the driver who travels approximately 12, 400 miles a year will save around $1,000 in gas costs by purchasing the Elantra LPI HEV versus a regular Elantra. In a time when we are all looking to save money, this is an added bonus to this exciting hybrid.

Soon to join LPI HEV Hyundai, is a Chicago Hyundai Sonata Hybrid that will be out in 2010. The makers for this car company are also excited about this model. Their ultimate goal is to make their hybrid cars more fuel efficient than Toyota and Honda by the year 2015. This will not be an easy feat to accomplish. The system that will be used in the Hyundai Sonata is called a parallel hybrid system. This means that the wheels are powered by the gasoline engine, the electric motor, or depending on the road conditions, both power sources can be used together. This model will also feature a lithium ion battery.

Please visit your local Hyundai store to check out these exciting hybrids and other Used Hyundai Chicago models.