Hyundai Announces 2023 Model Year Changes

Rhea-AI Summary

Hyundai announced changes to its vehicle lineup for the 2023 model year, featuring enhancements to the 2023 Palisade, while other models like the Santa Fe and Tucson will carry over. Notable discontinuations include the IONIQ HEV, Accent, and Veloster N, aiming to streamline their electrified offerings. Hyundai's expanded lineup now includes various electrified vehicles like the IONIQ 5 and Sonata HEV. In 2021, Hyundai sold over 738,000 vehicles in the U.S., with a focus on technology-rich cars and SUVs.

Positive

• Enhancements to the 2023 Palisade, likely to attract new customers.
• Continued focus on electrification with the launch of new models like the IONIQ 6.

Negative

• Discontinued models, including IONIQ HEV and Accent, may alienate some existing customers.
• Potential loss of sales from discontinued popular models like Veloster N.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai today released a summary of changes to its lineup for the 2023 model year. To view the guide, visit: https://www.hyundainews.com/en-us/releases/3587.

Hyundai Announces 2023 Model Year Changes

Models included in this guide are:

• 2023 Palisade – Product Enhancement
• 2023 Santa Fe (ICE, HEV, PHEV) – Carry-over Model
• 2023 Tucson (ICE, HEV, PHEV) – Carry-over Model
• 2023 Kona (ICE, EV) – Carry-over Model
• 2023 Santa Cruz – Carry-over Model
• 2023 Venue – Carry-over Model
• 2023 NEXO Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle – Carry-over Model
• 2023 IONIQ 5 – Carry-over Model
• 2023 Elantra (ICE, HEV) – Carry-over Model
• 2023 Elantra N – Carry-over Model
• 2023 Sonata (ICE, HEV) – Carry-over Model
• 2023 Sonata N Line – Carry-over Model

• IONIQ HEV and PHEV – Discontinued due to a significantly expanded electrified lineup with the Elantra HEV, Sonata HEV, IONIQ 5, Kona Electric, Tucson HEV & PHEV, Santa Fe HEV & PHEV and NEXO. The IONIQ sub-brand launched with the IONIQ 5 and the next model in the lineup, IONIQ 6, was revealed globally on June 28.
  
  
• Accent – Discontinued due to an expanded SUV lineup that includes Venue. Venue now serves as the entry-level model for the Hyundai brand. Sedans remain an important part of the lineup and Hyundai continues to offer Elantra and Sonata.
  
  
• Veloster N – Discontinued due to new N Brand model expansion of Elantra N and Kona N.

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FAQ

What changes has Hyundai made for the 2023 model year?

Hyundai has enhanced the 2023 Palisade and carried over several models like Santa Fe and Tucson, while discontinuing others such as IONIQ HEV and Accent.

Which Hyundai models are discontinued for 2023?

Discontinued models include IONIQ HEV, Accent, and Veloster N, as Hyundai streamlines its lineup.

How many vehicles did Hyundai sell in the U.S. in 2021?

Hyundai sold over 738,000 vehicles in the U.S. in 2021.

What is the focus of Hyundai's 2023 lineup?

Hyundai's 2023 lineup focuses on enhancements and an expanded electrified vehicle offering.