By Jim Meachen and Ted Biederman

Perhaps the new 2015 Hyundai Sonata Eco is mislabeled. Yes there's an element of "Eco" — as in economical — to the new model, but we also discovered more than a hint of performance from the rather unique combination of a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

By David Finkelstein

After a very successful run with the outgoing version of the front-wheel-drive Hyundai Sonata sedan, the company elected to completely re-engineer this popular five passenger automobile for 2015. The car's outer body design was respectfully dialed back somewhat and now has a more straight forward look to it.

By Jim Meachen and Ted Biederman

More than four years ago Hyundai answered the criticism that all mid-sized sedans look the same by stepping away from the stereotypical styling with the 2011 Sonata, a car so daringly different that it set a new tone for the design future of the popular segment. It was a smash hit not only for its good looks, but for its above-average performance, generous standard features, and improved build quality.

By Jim Meachen and Ted Biederman

Lost in the vast array of new compact crossover products is the stylish, affordable and competent 2014 Hyundai Tucson. Although the Tucson was last redesigned several years ago, it stacks up well against such nameplates as the Escape, RAV4, CX-5, CR-V and Cherokee.

By Jim Meachen and Ted Biederman

The first-generation Genesis, introduced in 2008 as a 2009 model, offered a nice blend of features and performance for the money, but it lacked the polish and maturity of European rivals. That’s all changed for 2015. The all-new second-generation Genesis has found a new level.

By Jim Meachen and Ted Biederman

The Hyundai Equus is as feature-laden as such stalwarts of the full-sized luxury ranks as the Lexus LS 460, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, BMW 7-Series and Audi’s A8, but for many thousands less making it perhaps the number one automotive value that virtually no one knows about, offering more bang for the buck than any car sold in America.

By Jim Meachen and Ted Biederman

If you like the styling of the compact Hyundai Elantra sedan, you should like the all-new for 2013 Elantra GT hatchback, and especially the additional cargo space it brings. Its extra edge of practicality should appeal to a wide variety of buyers.