Saturday 4 July 2020

Discussed: Hyundai Maintenance & Servicing

Known for good prices, Hyundai is fast becoming a top brand for quality and reliability, too.

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According to YouGov, Hyundai ranks as the 13th most famous carmaker, particularly favoured by millennials, and is known for its affordability and reliability. But no matter how dependable a vehicle is, there will still be repair and maintenance costs. 
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Every new Hyundai comes with a factory warranty, which provides basic coverage for a limited number of years. But if you’re looking for further coverage and continuous peace of mind, there are many extended warranties that offer prolonged protection.
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When deciding on a contract like an extended warranty, it’s smart to compare brands and get quotes from several companies.
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General Hyundai Maintenance

Hyundai Service Centers suggests all owners carry out each service at the recommended intervals. These services can be administered by factory-trained and certified Hyundai technicians at Group 1 Hyundai, who strictly observe all factory requirements.
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For all vehicles with a 2000 model year or newer, Hyundai provides a recommended maintenance schedule, which is based on the vehicle’s style, engine, total mileage, and other factors.
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For the most part, Hyundai owner manuals require service intervals every 10 000km.
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General Hyundai service and maintenance includes the following: 
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  • Engine oil and oil filter changes
  • Tire rotations
  • In-cabin air filter replacement
  • Multi-point inspection, for brake pads and engine air filter
  • Wiper and tire pressure check
  • Fluid leak check
  • Visual inspection of suspension and chassis components
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Hyundai Complimentary Maintenance

Even with comparatively low maintenance costs, Hyundai makes it even easier to care for your vehicle with its complimentary maintenance plan. Part of the Hyundai Assurance program, the plan covers factory scheduled maintenance for up to 3 years/60 000km, whichever comes first.
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Each complimentary maintenance service includes engine oil and oil filter changes, tire rotations, multi-point inspections, and several other services.
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How Long Do Hyundai Vehicles Last?

In addition to its consistently high ranking in reliability by CarMD, Hyundai is also listed as the 13th most dependable brand by J.D. Power.
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Combined with the manufacturer’s warranty and maintenance plan, it’s clear Hyundai is doing all it can to ensure its vehicles last a long time. The brand is further noted to be one of the rising car brands for both cost and quality, according to U.S. News & World Report.
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How Do Extended Warranties Help With Costs?

All car warranties serve one overall purpose: to give the owner peace of mind. If you plan to keep your Hyundai beyond the original factory warranty coverage, it’s highly recommended to consider purchasing an extended auto warranty plan.
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These vehicle service contracts insure you against expenses incurred from the vehicle’s mechanical or system failures. While they’re not designed to cut down Hyundai maintenance costs, an extended warranty can be a lifesaver when it comes to expensive repair costs.
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Aside from protecting most major components, extended warranties can be further tailored to your preferred amount of coverage, time and mileage, and other details. For example, you can easily opt to include coverage for high-tech equipment, which is common in most cars these days.
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Most plans include additional services, such as 24/7 roadside assistance or reimbursement for a rental car in case yours is in the shop. Many extended warranty providers will also take care of all paperwork and payment associated with repairs.
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With the right extended car warranty, most drivers find that the total coverage, extra service, and complete peace of mind are well worth the price.
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2020 Hyundai Elantra Sedan With CVT and Extra Tech


Plus more changes to the Hyundai lineup


Hyundai's biggest stars for the 2020 model year are its three all-new models, the three-row Palisade, the city-friendly Venue, and the new-generation Sonata. While we've known what's coming on those vehicles for some time, we're only recently finding out what's changing for the rest of the lineup for the 2020 model year.

Style Comes Standard in the Hyundai Elantra

The big takeaway? More CVTs and tech features, less manual transmissions. For 2020 the Hyundai Accent and Elantra sedan lose the six-speed automatic in favor of Hyundai Group's first CVT (dubbed IVT) that first appeared on the Kia Forte and Soul. That transmission benefits fuel economy significantly, bumping up the Elantra's EPA ratings to 30/40 mpg city/highway (31/41 mpg in the SE trim). In addition to the new transmission, the 2020 Hyundai Accent also gets the new Smartstream 1.6-liter I-4, which has 120 hp and 113 lb-ft of torque. That's down 10 hp and 6 lb-ft but what you get in return is an impressive 33/41 mpg with the CVT (manual-equipped models are up to 29/39 mpg). Those wanting to row their own gears may want to get a 2019 Hyundai Elantra sedan because the six-speed manual goes away for 2020 even in the 201-hp Sport model. Thankfully, you can still get the Elantra GT N-Line with a stick since the hatchback carries over unchanged. For the 2020 Veloster, the manual gearbox is only available on three models, the base 2.0, R-Spec and N due to the Turbo Ultimate dropping the option.


Check out the Hyundai Elantra models available in South Africa on Group 1 Hyundai’s website.


On the SUV front, the 2020 Hyundai Kona and Santa Fe see the most updates. For the 2020 Kona, adaptive cruise control is now available on the range-topping Ultimate trim. The 4.2-inch instrument cluster display, wireless charger, and auto-dimming rearview mirror now come standard on the SEL Plus and higher. Kona Electric models get a 10.25-inch touchscreen on the Ultimate trim replacing the 8.0-inch unit (SEL and Limited grades get a 7.0- or 8.0-inch unit respectively). Trim levels have been streamlined to four on the 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe with the Limited replacing the Ultimate as the range-topping, packed-to-the-brim model. If you'd like the extra standard features on the Limited, the SEL is also available with the Convenience and Premium packages. The 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe also gets upgraded safety features on the SEL trim and higher; the blind spot monitoring system now has a collision avoidance function and rear cross-traffic alert integrates rear automatic emergency braking. The blind spot view monitor, which shows what's on your blind spot has been added to the Limited grade.


Although most changes are limited to specific models, we're expecting more to arrive once the auto show season kicks off in a few months. Earlier this year, the Hyundai Kona Hybrid landed in Europe with the same powertrain as the Ioniq. That model could also Next year, the 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid arrives with a new system and if it's like anything like the Korean-spec model that debuted alongside the standard car, it may sport a sunroof that doubles as a solar panel. For performance junkies, the Sonata will also get an N Line model with over 275 hp, and another full-fledged N SUV model has been rumored to follow the Veloster N in the very near future.
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Article source: https://www.motortrend.com/news/2020-hyundai-elantra-sedan-cvt/