| Korean cars are improving more quickly. In fact, it is | | | | create a unified aesthetic." |
| chasing the popularity of its Japanese rivals. Hyundai, | | | | The bumper of the crossover is sculpted to make the |
| for one, is poised to take another step in the right | | | | car appear a bit taller. The three-tiered headlights blend |
| direction by launching its latest crossover named the | | | | with the extraordinary design statement. Sophisticated |
| Veracruz. The new Hyundai Veracruz made its debut | | | | headlights and tail lights gave the car that exotic |
| at the North American International Auto Show | | | | charisma. The striking beltline ascends from the |
| (NAIAS). | | | | wraparound headlights and follows the tapering |
| According to the Korean automaker, the Hyundai | | | | greenhouse to include the prominent taillights. The grille |
| Veracruz blends substance with style. The luxury and | | | | combines a flat-lined upper chrome bezel and a |
| performance offered by the new crossover have | | | | curved lower bezel. It holds the Hyundai flying-H logo to |
| been previously deemed as unthinkable. Now, the | | | | establish imagery. |
| unthinkable ways are transformed into indulging auto | | | | The Hyundai Veracruz is also given prominent wheel |
| reality. The crossover is equipped with the standard | | | | arches house 17- or 18-inch wheels and tires. In addition, |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC), upscale amenities | | | | the chrome trim boost the car's elegance. Its dual |
| and greater cargo volume. The Hyundai Veracruz | | | | chrome exhaust tips, a trademark of the automaker, |
| powertrain performance and standard safety features | | | | contribute to the efficiency of the exhaust system. |
| beats the Toyota Highlander and also the Honda Pilot. | | | | Also, the rear spoiler contributes to the sporty flavor of |
| Its cutting-edge design and craftsmanship are further | | | | the Hyundai Veracruz. |
| enhanced by its sophisticated auto parts. | | | | Other convenience features of the crossover include |
| "Veracruz is an exceptional vehicle at the right time for | | | | the AM/FM/XM/CD/MP3 audio system, proximity key, |
| this developing segment," said Steve Wilhite who | | | | rain-sensing wipers, auto dimming exterior mirrors, |
| works as the chief operating officer of Hyundai Motor | | | | mirror-mounted approach lights, adjustable pedals, |
| America. "The vehicle's designers recognized that the | | | | memory settings for the power mirrors, driver seat |
| needs and desires of traditional SUV buyers weren't | | | | and steering wheel, backup warning system, power |
| being met and focused on meeting those needs in an | | | | liftgate, and a rear-seat entertainment system that |
| elegant and ingenious way. The result is a spacious | | | | includes a DVD player and eight-inch overhead screen. |
| crossover that delivers both refined style and first-rate | | | | To secure safety of the car occupants, the Hyundai |
| performance." | | | | Veracruz is engineered with a high level of protection |
| The crossover is an aftermath of Hyundai's product | | | | and safety features. "The 2007 Veracruz embraces |
| expansion and design evolution. It uses fluid and organic | | | | both active and passive safety with a host of |
| forms to produce a bold, refined and luxurious Hyundai | | | | leading-edge technologies," said John Krafcik, vice |
| Veracruz. "We are very proud of Veracruz and feel | | | | president of Strategic Planning and Product |
| this design will not only reinforce our design direction as | | | | Development, Hyundai Motor America. "Electronic |
| a company, but also greatly enhance our escalating | | | | Stability Control, six airbags including side curtain |
| brand image on a global basis," said Joel Piaskowski, | | | | airbags protecting all three rows, and active front head |
| the chief designer at the Hyundai Design Center in | | | | restraints are found standard in Veracruz and are |
| Irvine, California. "Fluid lines combined with the | | | | some of the industry's most effective technologies. |
| integrated headlights and taillights envelop Veracruz to | | | | |