Starting at just under $19,000 the 2011 Hyundai Tucson is staying on track to maintain it’s 2010 title of Safety Pick of the year.  The 2011 model is equipped with the top of the line safety equipment including Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control System (for any kind of weather conditions), six airbags, and Hillstart Assist Control that comes standard in all Tucson’s.

The 2010 Hyundai Tucson also won the Vehicle Satisfaction Award for the compact SUV class.

Here is a breakdown of all the fantastic features:

Interior

• Heated front seats and automatic climate control
• An intelligent trip computer keeps you updated about your average speed, average MPG and even how many miles to empty
• Integrated Bluetooth hands-free phone system
• Tucson Navigation System

o   Rearview camera for backing up

o    XM^®

o   NavTraffic, with real-time road conditions

• 55.8 cu. ft. of trunk space
• Tucson has more passenger volume than comparable vehicles from Nissan, Ford and Jeep

Performance

• AWD system adjusts torque distribution between front and rear wheels, for better handling and mileage
• Six-speed automatic
• SHIFTRONIC’s clutch-less manual shifting
• 2.4L 4 cylinder engine
• Automatic transmission has an overdrive lock-up torque for better fuel
• Eco Indicator providing driver feedback for lower fuel consumption

Exterior

• Wrap-around headlights
• Rear roof spoiler
• Available panoramic sunroof that allows for the whole car to have an outside view

The Tucson features the GL, GLS, and Limited models according to the specific engine and features you prefer.  In addition the Tucson gets around 21 city miles per gallon and a staggering 31 highway miles per gallon making it one of the top mid-size SUVs for fuel efficiency. 

Feel free to stop by Checkered Flag Hyundai to learn more and test-drive a Tucson for yourself.  Or check out our website to find your perfect Hyundai http://hyundai.checkeredflag.com.

Checkered Flag Hyundai announces that the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has awarded the 2010 Hyundai Tucson a “Top Safety Pick” designation for achieving the highest possible rating of “Good” in all crash test categories.

Vehicles were judged as “Good” had to pass a frontal offset crash test, side impact test, rear crash protection/head restraint rating and rollover roof strength test. To pass the roof strength testing, vehicles had to withstand a force equal to at least 4 times the vehicle’s weight.  The current federal standard is 1.5 times weight.

As a final consideration, an IIHS “Top Safety Pick,” vehicles must also feature Electronic Stability Control (ESC)—a safety feature that has been standard on Tucson since the fall of 2004. This year, Hyundai has continued to improve the safety package on the Tucson, debuting new standard technologies such as Downhill Brake Control (DBC) and Hillstart Assist Control (HAC).

Virginia Beach Hyundai Tucson

Checkered Flag Hyundai offers both the GLS and Limited trim levels. The GLS comes standard with steel wheels, air-conditioning, full power accessories, a tilt steering wheel and a six-speaker CD stereo with an iPod/USB interface. To this list of features, the Limited trim adds alloy wheels, leather upholstery, heated front seats, a tilt-and-telescoping multifunction steering wheel, dual-zone automatic climate control and Bluetooth.

Learn more about the 2010 Hyundai Tucson online

“The Tucson was the first vehicle in our lineup that so artfully combined state-of-the-art safety features, design and affordability,” said Mike Nino, Tucson’s Product Planning Manager. “The IIHS Top Safety Pick confirms what we’ve known all along—that the Tucson is an attractive CUV and both a safety and value leader in the market.”

For more information on the Hyundai Tucson, or any of the other great Hyundai vehicles in stock, visit www.hyundaivirginia.net

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The 2010 Hyundai Tucson and 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe both received Insure.com’s “Low Cost Car Insurance Award,” adding yet more value to already incredibly affordable vehicles, Checkered Flag Hyundai announced.

Checkered Flag Hyundai is the leading Virginia Beach Hyundai dealer, offering local area customers an unparalleled blend of value, experience, and exceptional customer service for years.

Insure.com surveyed average insurance rates for more than 2,400 vehicles for the 2010 model year and determined the 10 least expensive vehicles to insure in each of four categories: Cars, SUVs, Trucks, and Vans.

“When you add the full suite of consumer protection offered under Hyundai Assurance, including our industry-leading warranty, roadside assistance, and job-loss protection program, to the reduced cost of ownership derived from our fuel economy leadership, low maintenance and insurance costs, the Hyundai value proposition has never been stronger,” said Barry Ratzlaff, director of service operations, Hyundai Motor America. “In addition, there’s no doubt that our commitment to standardizing life-saving technologies across our lineup contributes to the favorable insurance rates.”

The 2010 Tucson and 2010 Santa Fe placed fourth and sixth, respectively, as the vehicles least costly to insure in the SUV category.

The all-new 2010 Tucson is a departure from its predecessor with numerous improvements from a roomier interior to better fuel economy than ever. The Santa Fe, meanwhile, makes its second appearance on Insure.com’s Low Cost Car Insurance list. The Santa Fe also features improved fuel economy and vehicle performance, along with refined design, proven dependability, versatility and an extensive list of standard features.

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To learn more about the affordable to drive 2010 Hyundai Tucson and 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe, or to schedule a test drive, please visit the No. 1 Virginia Beach Hyundai dealership online: http://www.checkeredflag.com

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