Hyundai 2019 Model Year Changes
Below is a summary of changes to the Hyundai lineup for 2019 model year. This document will be updated regularly, creating a one-stop shop for the most up-to-date Hyundai vehicle lineup news. For additional product updates please subscribe to Hyundai News Alerts. You can also visit HyundaiNews.com for latest news on sales, pricing and technology. Please visit the product pages at HyundaiNews.com for more complete information. The models included in this guide are:
2019 Veloster – All New2019 Veloster N – All New2019 Hyundai Santa Fe – All New with name change: 2018 Santa Fe Sport → 2019 Santa Fe2019 Hyundai Nexo – All New2019 Hyundai Kona Electric – All New2019 Hyundai Tucson – Redesigned (Mid-cycle Refresh)2019 Hyundai Accent – Carryover2019 Hyundai Elantra – Redesigned (Mid-cycle Refresh)2019 Hyundai Elantra GT – Carryover2019 Hyundai Ioniq – Carryover 2019 Hyundai Sonata – Carryover 2019 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid – Carryover2019 Hyundai Kona – Carryover2019 Hyundai Santa Fe XL – Name change: 2018 Santa Fe → 2019 Santa Fe XL
2019 Hyundai Veloster – All NewThe Veloster is an all-new model for 2019. High performance N model added to the lineup.
2019 Veloster Product Overview
Unique and Innovative Styling
• Sleek coupe hatchback profile w/ hidden rear door on passenger side (2+1 design)
• New driver-oriented asymmetric interior layout with available two-tone roof
• LED Daytime Running Lights, Headlights & Taillights
Improved Dynamics
• Standard Nu 2.0L Atkinson Cycle with a 6-speed M/T or A/T
• Enhanced 1.6 Turbo-GDI with a 6-speed M/T or 7-speed DCT
• Standard multi-link rear suspension
Advanced Safety Features
• Standard Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
• Standard Lane Keep Assist
• Standard Driver Attention Alert
• Available Blind-Spot Collision Warning and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning
• Available Smart Cruise Control
Advanced Technology & Connectivity
• Available 8” Display Audio and 8’’ Navigation System
• Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay™ & Next Generation Blue Link®
• Infinity® Premium Audio with Clari-Fi® Music Restoration Technology
• Heads-up Display
• Wireless Device Charging (Qi format)
2019 Hyundai Veloster N – All NewThe Veloster N is an all-new high-performance model for 2019.
• Veloster N model demonstrates performance potential for Hyundai N Line-up in the U.S.
• 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with up to 275 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque
• Electronically-controlled suspension with multiple track-tuned driving modes
• N model integrated body design details clearly differentiate from Veloster line
2019 Hyundai Santa Fe – All NewThe Santa Fe is all new and has a name change: 2018 Santa Fe Sport → 2019 Santa Fe
2019 Santa Fe Product Overview
Differentiated Styling
• Robust front design with stacked lighting elements
• LED headlights, daytime running lights, fog lights and turn signal lights
• Practical interior design with premium styling and graceful surfaces throughout the cabin
Capable Driving Dynamics
• Standard 2.4L GDI 4-cylinder engine and Idle, Stop & Go (ISG)
• Optional 2.0L turbocharged with ISG
• All engines are mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission
• 17”, 18” and 19” alloy wheels
Advanced Safety Features
• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist w/ Pedestrian Detection
• Blind-Spot Collision Warning and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
• Lane Keeping Assist
• Safe Exit Assist
• Rear Occupant Alert
• Driver Attention Warning
• Surround View Monitor
Technology & Connectivity
• 7” Display Audio and 8” Navigation System
• Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay™
• Next Generation Blue Link®
• Infinity® Premium Audio with Clari-Fi® Music Restoration Technology
• Heads-up Display
• Wireless Device Charging
• 7” TFT LCD instrument cluster
2019 Hyundai NEXO – All New
The NEXO is the next-generation fuel cell vehicle from Hyundai.
NEXO is the technological flagship of Hyundai’s growing eco-vehicle portfolio and marks Hyundai’s continued momentum toward having the industry’s most diverse CUV powertrain lineup.
Dedicated Architecture
For the first time ever, Hyundai’s fuel cell vehicle is built on a dedicated vehicle architecture. This architecture has many benefits including:
• Lighter weight
• Improved power-to-weight ratio
• Faster acceleration from 0 to 60 mph than the Tucson FCEV
• More cabin space
• Allows the battery to be relocated to the trunk
• Improved fuel cell system layout
NEXO vs. Tucson Fuel Cell System Architecture
• NEXO’s fuel cell stack and battery have more net power to supply a more powerful motor
• NEXO’s powertrain is lighter and has improved packaging
• Improved hydrogen storage tanks
Powertrain Improvements
• NEXO’s powertrain is lighter and takes up less space compared with Tucson FCEV
• More efficient
• Better module integration
• Smaller
• Lighter
Drivability
• Peak acceleration is increased by 25 percent compared with Tucson FCEV
• NEXO accelerates from 0 to 60 mph 20 percent faster than Tucson FCEV
• NEXO has more torque than the Tucson FCEV
Range
• NEXO has 40 percent more range than the Tucson FCEV
• NEXO has an estimated range of 370 miles compared with the Tucson FCEV 265 miles
Quiet and Comfortable Driving Characteristics
• NEXO maintains the quiet and comfortable driving characteristics of the Tucson FCEV
• All of the NEXO’s moving parts are inside the engine bay which isolates the noise to one area
Durability
• NEXO has the same level of durability as internal combustion engine vehicles
Hydrogen Storage
• NEXO’s storage system is lighter than the Tucson FCEV
• NEXO’s storage system has world-class storage density
• NEXO can be refueled within five minutes
2019 Hyundai Kona Electric – All NewThe 2019 Kona Electric is an Eco CUV with an impressive 250 miles of estimated range.
2019 Kona Electric Overview
Modern, High-Tech Eco Design
• Future-focused, modern presence with geometric body form and sporty contours
• Practical interior design with two-two color options and an available contrast-roof
• LED Daytime Running Lights, Headlights & Taillights
Power, Electric Propulsion
• 150 kW (201 HP) Electric Powertrain with 290 lb-ft of torque
• EV Fast Charger
• Standard 17” Alloy Wheel with Low Rolling Resistance Tires
Advanced Safety Features
• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
• Blind-Spot Collision Warning and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning
• Lane Keeping Assist
• Driver Attention Warning
• Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go
• High Beam Assist
Technology & Connectivity
• 7” Display Audio and 8” Navigation System with EV Technology Display
• Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay™
• Next Generation Blue Link® with Remote Charge Access
• Infinity® Premium Audio with Clari-Fi® Music Restoration Technology
• Heads-up Display
• Wireless Device Charging
• Shift-by-Wire
2019 Hyundai Tucson – Redesigned (Mid-cycle Refresh)The redesigned 2019 Tucson enters the highly competitive compact CUV market with upgrades inside and out, including a new cascading grille, new center stack design, more advanced safety features and available Qi wireless charging.
ITEM CHANGE FROM (‘18MY)
CHANGE TO (‘19MY) NOTES
Mechanical
1.6L Turbo with 7-speed DCT Available on Value Discontinued
2.4L engine applied, delivers more horsepower
2.4L engine with 6-A/T Available on Sport Available on SEL & up
Idle, Stop & Go Not Available New! Standard on 2.4L only
Electronic parking brake Not Available New! Standard
Exterior17” & 19” alloy wheels
LED headlights & taillights
New Designs
18” alloy wheels Heated side mirrors New! Available on SELShark-fin antenna Limited & up StandardRain-sensing wipers Not Available
New! Available on Ltd. w/ Ult. Pkg.
HID Headlights w/ DBL
Limited with Ultimate Package
DiscontinuedExpanded application of LED headlights
LED DRLs & halogen fog lights Available on SEL Available on Sport & up
LED headlights & taillights
Available on Limited Available on Sport & up
Heated side mirrors Standard Available on Value & up
Side mirrors with turn signal indicators
Available on SEL Plus Available on Limited & up
InteriorCompass (on rear view mirror)
Available on SEL Plus & Limited
Discontinued Feature available in cluster display
Multimedia7” Display Audio w/ AA & ACP Available SEL & up
Standard
Blue Link® Connected Car
Available on SEL Plus & Limited & up
Available on Value & up
2nd row USB outlet Not Available
New! Available on SEL & up
Wireless device charging Not Available
New! Available on Limited & up
CD Player Available on SE Value
DiscontinuedLow feature usage, competitive application
Advanced SafetyForward Collision-Avoidance Assist (Camera-sensor)
FCA (Sensor-fusion) available on Limited w/ Ult. Pkg.
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available New! Standard
Surround View Monitor
Not Available New! Available on Limited & up
Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go
Not Available New! Available on Ltd. w/ Ult. Pkg.
Driver Attention Warning
Not Available New! Standard
High Beam Assist Not Available New! Available on Ltd. w/ Ult. Pkg.
Packaging
SEL Plus Available DiscontinuedFeatures repackaged, Value trim repositioned
Value Available Repositioned Feature enhancedColor ApplicationWhite (TW3), Brown (M8N) and Blue (R2U) exterior colors
Not Available New! Available
2019 Hyundai Accent – Carryover
ITEM CHANGE FROM (‘18MY)
CHANGE TO (‘19MY) NOTES
Exterior
Chrome grilleIncluded on LIMITED Standard on SE
Fog lightsIncluded on LIMITED Included on SEL
Chrome beltline molding
Included on LIMITED Included on SEL
LED headlights Not Available Included on LIMITED
Chrome grilleIncluded on LIMITED Standard (SE)
2019 Hyundai Elantra – RedesignedThe Elantra is redesigned for 2019. More information will be provided this summer.
2019 Hyundai Elantra GT – CarryoverInformation will be provided this fall.
2019 Hyundai Ioniq – Carryover
ITEM CHANGE FROM (’18MY)
CHANGE TO (’19MY) NOTES
MechanicalCarryoverExterior
CarryoverInterior
CarryoverMultimedia
Point of Interest Search Google POI Search HERE, Server-based
Voice RecognitionNew POI search database
Safety
Driver Attention Warning Not available Available
Combined with Lane Keep Assist System
High Beam Assist Not available Available Combined with HID or LED headlights
Colors
CarryoverIoniq Hybrid Packaging
SEL
Adds from 2018MY:
AEB w/ pedestrian detection
Lane Keep Assist
Smart Cruise Control
Driver Attention Warning
Increased application of AEB
SEL Tech Available Not available Now standard on SEL
Limited Adds from 2018MY: Increased application of AEB
AEB w/ pedestrian detection
Lane Keep Assist
Smart Cruise Control
Driver Attention Warning
High Beam AssistIoniq Plug-in Hybrid Packaging
Plug-in Hybrid
Adds from 2018MY:
Blue Link Connected Car Services
Ability to use remote charge management
Limited
Adds from 2018MY:
Blue Link Connected Car Services
AEB w/ pedestrian detection
Lane Keep Assist
Smart Cruise Control
Driver Attention Warning
High Beam Assist
Removes from 2018MY:
Integrated Memory System
Increased application of AEB
Ioniq Electric Packaging
Ioniq Electric Limited
Adds from 2018MY:
Driver Attention Warning
High Beam Assist
2019 Hyundai Sonata – Carryover from 2018 Mid-model Year EnhancementThe 2018 Mid-model Year Enhancement carries over for 2019. The only change for the 2019 model year is “+” edition nomenclature has been dropped for the names. The feature enhancements and technology packages remain.
The Sonata SEL and Sport are still equipped with these new comfort and convenience features
Sport mesh grille and front fascia Dual automatic temperature control Floor console-mounted rear vents Qi wireless phone charging Heated steering wheel Auto up/down driver window
Sonata Sport with Tech Package still has the following advanced active safety features:
Automatic Emergency Braking Lane Keeping Assist Smart Cruise Control with start/stop Electronic Parking Brake with auto vehicle hold
The 2019 Sonata Limited still comes with all these features:
Automatic Emergency Braking Lane Keeping Assist Smart Cruise Control with start/stop Electronic Parking Brake with auto vehicle hold Sport mesh grille and front fascia Qi wireless phone charging Heated steering wheel
The 2019 Sonata Limited with Ultimate Package still comes with all these features.
Sport mesh grille and front fascia Panoramic sunroof
The 2019 Sonata Limited 2.0T is still equipped with these new comfort and convenience features
Panoramic sunroof (replaces conventional sunroof)
The 2019 Sonata Eco
There are no changes to the Sonata Eco model for the 2019 model year
2019 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid – CarryoverNew standard features on the Limited trim include:
Automatic Emergency Braking
Lane Keeping Assist Smart Cruise Control with start/stop Electronic Parking Brake with auto vehicle hold
2019 Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid – Carryover No changes for 2019 model year
2019 Hyundai Santa Fe XL – Carryover with Name ChangeThe 2019 Santa Fe XL is a carryover model with a new name: 2018 Santa Fe → 2019 Santa Fe XL
ITEM CHANGE FROM (‘18MY) CHANGE TO (‘19MY)
CHANGE TO (‘20MY)
Name
Model Name Application
Santa Fe Sport Santa Fe
None
Santa Fe Santa Fe XL
All-new model with new name
ITEM CHANGE FROM (’18MY)CHANGE TO (’19MY)
NOTES
Safety & Technology
AVN 5.0 Not Available
Available with 8” NavigationAdds upgraded, faster processor, mixed AM/FM, SiriusXM presets, navigation with 2D and Bird View, and HD Radio Traffic
Removes CD Player
PackagingSE UltimateSE Ultimate with Tech PackageLimited Base
Available
Discontinued
2019 Hyundai Kona – Carryover
ITEM CHANGE FROM (‘18MY)
CHANGE TO (‘19MY) NOTES
Exterior
Contrast RoofAvailable on SEL with three exterior colors
Available on SEL with two exterior colors
Deletes Silver option
Shark-fin Roof Antenna
Not Available
SEL Tech Package (And Above)
Conventional Sunroof
Available on SEL Tech, Limited
Remains included with SEL Tech; deleted from Limited & Ultimate; Standalone option on Ultimate
Deleted from Limited and Ultimate trims
InteriorDual Front USB Outlets
Not Available Standard
Replaces front 12V outlet
Infinity Premium Audio
Available on Ultimate
Available on SEL Tech(And Above)
Blue Link Connected Car
Available on Ultimate
Available on SEL Tech(And Above)
Safety and Technology
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
Not Available Standard
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection on Ultimate
Lane Keeping Assist
Available on SEL Tech & Ultimate Standard
Driver Attention Warning
Available on SEL Tech & Ultimate Standard
Packaging
Limited Trim Builds off SEL Builds off SEL Tech
Sunroof Package Not Available Available on Ultimate
Color Application
Sunset Orange Not Available Available
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