Hyundai’s Rise and Why More Tallahassee Drivers Are Choosing Hyundai

It’s hard to believe now, but when Hyundai first arrived in the U.S. with the budget-friendly Excel, most Americans hadn’t heard of the brand. Fast forward to today, and Hyundai has sold over 17 million vehicles nationwide as of May 2025. That kind of success comes from being built on long-term value, dependability, and smart design. Drivers in Tallahassee are seeing this for themselves, especially at Werner Hyundai, where the lineup continues to get stronger year after year.

Longer-Lasting Confidence

Driver confidence in any Hyundai vehicle only grows through the years when it’s supported by what the brand calls “America’s Best Warranty.” Buyers enjoy 5 years or 60,000 miles of a New Vehicle Limited Warranty, 5 years or unlimited miles of roadside assistance, 10 years or 100,000 miles on the powertrain, and 7 years or unlimited miles of anti-perforation, among other coverage. Springing for a hybrid like the Hyundai Tucson or an EV like the Hyundai Kona Electric protects the battery for 10 years or 100,000 miles.

No less an authority than the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety granted its highest Top Safety Pick+ to multiple 2025 models, including the following:

• The Hyundai Elantra is a four-door compact sedan.
• Four-door sedans include the Hyundai IONIQ 6  and Sonata.
• Four-door SUVs feature the Hyundai IONIQ 9, Kona Electric, and Tucson. 
• The Hyundai Santa Fe is a midsize SUV.

These models earned these rankings due to passing numerous crash tests, thanks in part to all trims having a standard suite of safety technologies like Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Driver Attention Warning, and Lane Keeping Assist. Higher-level trims feature advanced features such as Smart Cruise Control and Blind-Spot Collision Warning.

Safety is one of the many reasons that make larger Hyundai vehicles ideal for families.

• For smaller families, the Hyundai Tucson accommodates up to five passengers and parks more conveniently due to its compact size. Behind the second row, the cargo room reaches 38.7 cu. ft., which easily accommodates school projects and numerous grocery bags.
• The Hyundai Santa Fe seats up to seven and allows for up to two devices to charge simultaneously on the dual wireless chargers. When you change lanes, the Blind-Spot View Monitor reveals what’s in your blind zone.
• Up to eight can relax in the Hyundai Palisade, which reduces fatigue behind the wheel through the Ergo Motion Driver’s Seat and provides high-performance massages to your loved ones in the second and third rows, targeting the calves and thighs.

Future Rides

In Hyundai electrified vehicles, anyone can ride with futuristic propulsion today.  The Hyundai Elantra Hybrid combines the efficiency of an EV with the range of an internal combustion engine to achieve an EPA-estimated 58 MPG on the highway. Regenerative braking converts energy normally lost through coasting and stopping into power that recharges the battery.

Although the Hyundai Kona Electric is a small SUV, it’s also big on EV performance, with a top speed of 201 horsepower and a range of up to 261 miles. At the other end of the size spectrum is the three-row IONIQ 9, which revs up to 422 horsepower on its way to a range of 335 miles, while comfortably accommodating up to seven passengers.

Whether you’re looking for fuel savings, safety, or space, Werner Hyundai in Tallahassee has a vehicle that checks all the boxes. Visit the showroom to see what Hyundai has to offer, and take a test drive to find the perfect fit for your family and lifestyle.