"Our new sedans continue to set the pace in 2006," said Mark Barnes, vice president, National Sales, Hyundai Motor America. "We are already ahead of last year's record-breaking pace and we expect our exceptional value, unsurpassed safety and sophisticated design to continue to resonate with consumers as we bring several new models to dealerships during the summer and fall. This month, we have released our new three-door Accent, which is perfect for today's market with a strong value and fuel economy message." All Hyundai cars and sport utility vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai Advantage, America's Best Warranty. Hyundai buyers are protected by a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, a 7-year/unlimited-mile anti-perforation warranty and 5-year/unlimited-mile roadside assistance protection. Following is the sales breakdown for May 2006: CARLINE MAY/2006 MAY/2005 CY2006 CY2005 ACCENT 3,342 4,555 11,598 17,824 SONATA 17,035 8,043 75,622 46,974 ELANTRA 8,887 10,523 43,793 48,629 TIBURON 1,682 2,045 7,019 8,029 SANTA FE 3,942 8,277 18,033 30,495 XG350/AZERA 2,279 1,241 11,140 6,451 TUCSON 4,279 5,732 21,128 22,984 ENTOURAGE 1,068 0 1,194 0 TOTAL 42,514 40,416 189,527 181,386 Source: Hyundai Motor America |