Thursday, 26 May, 2022

Customers looking for an eight-seat SUV can choose between two popular models from Kia and Hyundai. Both the Kia Telluride and the Hyundai Palisade have features that can appeal to families looking for a spacious vehicle that can carry their family to and from sports practice and still hold all their camping gear when they go on vacation. However, researching the differences between the two vehicles can help you pick the right one for your family.

Exterior

The Hyundai Palisade enjoys an imposing exterior presence with its large hood and imposing silver grille. Sleek sculpting and tinted windows preserve a sporty aesthetic despite the SUV’s size, making it seem at home both on a city street and in the parking lot of a national park. The Palisade measures 196.1 inches in length and 77.8 in width. It has a height of 68.9 inches, not including the wheels, or around 6 feet.

The Palisade has LED accents on its exterior to complement its LED running lights and side mirror LED lights for turn signals, contributing to the vehicle’s extensive safety features. Higher trims also offer luxury features like 20-inch alloy wheels, a dual-panel sunroof and roof rails where you can tie kayaks, additional storage and bike racks to support your outdoor hobbies.

The Kia Telluride shares the Palisade’s imposing presence, with more chrome detailing, but forgoes the sporty aesthetic for a square frame. It also doesn’t have the Palisade’s crossover appeal by being slightly bigger by an inch or two in width and length, and it trades the Palisades’ sleek black detailing on the standard trim for chrome. 

The standard trim also has daytime running lights, but it doesn’t come with LED turning lights on the mirrors. Higher trims offer more LED options for headlights like front fog and position lights. The basic trim for the Telluride has five exterior colors to the Palisade’s six basic colors.

Interior

The interior of the Palisade is luxurious and spacious, especially considering it’s made for eight passengers, who may feel quite cramped in a different model and make. Three rows provide plenty of space for passengers and cargo, depending on your needs, and some trims offer USB outlets in all rows, while the outlets for the driver and front passenger are standard on every trim.

The second and third-row seats fold down to create more space for transporting large objects or extensive luggage and cargo for a passenger vehicle. Even without any seats folded down, you can still get 18 cubic feet of storage behind the third row, with additional storage under the floor of the passenger seats. 

The Palisade also offers an 8-inch touch screen infotainment system that offers connectivity for Bluetooth as a standard feature on basic trims. You can choose to upgrade to an impressive 10.25-inch display with sharp resolution on higher trims. The physical knobs make it easier for drivers to operate safely. 

The Kia Telluride’s large frame provides ample space within the cabin. It also offers wireless Bluetooth connectivity and six total USB charging ports for your devices. It also offers a 10.25-inch display on its infotainment system.

Powertrain

The Palisade has a standard 6-cylinder 3.8-liter engine. It delivers 291 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque. Coupled with its eight-speed, automatic transmission, the engine provides a smooth and powerful ride that is more than adequate for the popular uses of an SUV of this size. It can tow up to 5,000 pounds and comes standard with a hitch on the back of the SUV that you can use to attach a trailer. 

The Palisade can go from zero to 60 miles per hour in 6.9 seconds, which is quicker than the Telluride’s acceleration, which reaches 60 mph in 7.1 seconds. Considering how quickly the Palisade can accelerate, it is still easy to handle, has responsive steering, and has a smooth feeling ride. The mechanical aspects of the SUV create a luxurious ride that improves the driving and passenger experience, regardless of the purpose of your journey. 

The Telluride has a V-6 engine, with 291 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque. It also has an eight-speed automotive transmission with front-wheel drive. You can choose the optional upgrade to get four-wheel drive, which may make more sense with the bulk of the vehicle. The powerful engine doesn’t seem to improve the performance of the Telluride over the sleeker Palisade, and it doesn’t lend itself to the responsiveness of the throttle. 

The Telluride does have 8 inches of ground clearance, making it more appropriate for off-road excursions, and it can tow up to 5,000 pounds. These additional features to the mechanical aspects of the Telluride mean it’s built more for rustic and off-road adventures than crossover appeal.

Fuel Economy

The fuel economy of the Palisade may not be one of the most important features to an SUV customer, but gas prices can always impact your satisfaction with your purchase. The Palisade can get 19 miles per gallon in the city and 26 miles per gallon on the highway with its standard front-wheel drive. If you upgrade to all-wheel drive, you may end up with 24 miles per gallon on the highway but keep your mileage in the city.

Comparatively, the Telluride gets 20 miles per gallon in the city and 26 miles per gallon on the highway. Getting four-wheel drive drops the mileage to 19 in the city and 24 on the highway.

The Palisade and the Telluride are both impressive vehicles with a host of features that can satisfy a customer looking for luxury and space. The versatility of the Palisade may make it an SUV that can appeal to a wider range of customers with an even wider range of tasks. If you are interested in experiencing the luxury of a Palisade for yourself, you can stop by and see us at Koons Woodbridge Hyundai to take one for a test drive. You can also browse our website to view our inventory of new and used Hyundai models.

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Friday, 20 May, 2022

In 2022, Hyundai redesigned its popular Tucson model with new bells and whistles for the new year. The Tucson is Hyundai’s take on the crossover SUV, known for its spacious interior and fine handling. It’s at the top of its class and a favorite among Hyundai enthusiasts. In 2023, the new model may keep what works from previous models while continuing to improve the technology and driving experience for Hyundai customers. Here is what we know so far about the next version of the Tucson.

Interior

Hyundai redesigned the 2022 Tucson to upgrade the interior materials and create a more spacious cabin, making the crossover look and feel like a luxury vehicle without the outlandish price tag. These upgrades were welcome and well-received, improving the driver and passenger experience inside the SUV. It included plenty of cargo space, which is perfect for crossover customers, who may want to keep their hiking and climbing gear in the car without climbing over it for their daily work commute. 

The 2022 model also included an upgraded infotainment center. Placed on the dashboard, in between the driver and passenger seat, standard models included an 8-inch touch screen, with the option to upgrade to a 10.5 inch higher trims. While some may find the touch screen distracting to drivers, the advanced technology and ease of interface were selling points for many customers.

The 2022 changes were, for the most part, successful, so Hyundai will likely stick with the majority of its redesign choices for the 2023 model. The Tucson may keep the standard stain-resistant five seating arrangement within the cabin, with the option to upgrade to leather detailing. Details like the USB ports at the front of the car and the dual-level cargo floor should remain to preserve the styling success of the 2022 model. 

The rearview camera is already standard on all 2022 Tucson trims, so expect similar driver assistance perks on any new models going forward. However, as technology continues to improve, the 2023 model may include an updated interface with more options and connectivity for mobile and radio devices. Lastly, the 2022 Tucson offered two interior choices; black and gey. While these options are standard, it’s possible that 2023 may offer additional interior options. 

Powertrain

Like with the interior, the powertrain on all trims of the 2022 Tucson was upgraded to increase the power and handling of this SUV. The 2022 Tucson’s standard powertrain included an 8-speed automatic transmission paired with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, delivering 187 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque across all trims. The hybrid trims offer a different powertrain, combining a turbocharged 1.6-liter engine that pairs with electric motors for a combined 226 horsepower. 

The 2022 Tucson also has a front-wheel-drive as the standard, with the option to upgrade to a four-wheel drive on any trim for an additional fee. Front-wheel drive is perfect for standard weather and city and country roads. On the other hand, four-wheel drive may be helpful for drivers living in the mountains or traveling to areas with extreme weather. Keep your family’s needs in mind when deciding whether to upgrade.

These engine improvements in 2022, including the introduction of a plug-in hybrid, make it likely that Hyundai will continue to offer the same powertrain in their 2023 Tucson models. Customers can enjoy continued speed and power with the same careful control they have come to expect from a Tucson.

Fuel Economy

The 2022 Tucson standard trims get a solid 26 miles per gallon in city driving and 33 miles per gallon on the highway. Higher trims are likely to have the same fuel economy as lower trims of the same model unless they are hybrid or electric. The 2022 hybrid version gets up to 38 miles per gallon on the city streets and the highway, increasing the fuel economy. 

For the 2023 Tucson, you can expect similar performance as the interior mechanics of the car may be reminiscent of the 2022 model. If Hyundai includes an electric trim on their Tucson model in 2023, it can improve the overall fuel economy of the model, but there’s no confirmation yet of an electric version.

Trims

The 2022 Tucson released a variety of trims that included modern essentials for the driver’s assistance programs on the standard model and increasingly impressive technology and detailing on the higher trims. The trims included with the 2022 Tucson were the SE, the SEL, the N Line, the XRT, and the Limited. 

For the 2023 Tucson, Hyundai hasn’t announced any new trims or the elimination of any trim options. However, the N Line trim is a popular option on Hyundai vehicles and incorporates a racing influence, providing a stylish exterior and exciting powertrain changes to invoke a sportier vehicle. It’s possible Hyundai may include an N trim to expand options for customers and intrigue fans of a sportier style. It’s also possible that any improvements may stay within the trim offerings already available. 

Release date

The 2022 Tucson is available at Koons Woodbridge Hyundai, along with previous years and other models of popular Hyundai vehicles. Hyundai announced details about the 2022 Tucson during the spring, with later updates on the hybrid model over the summer. Following this pattern, you can likely expect more information about the 2023 Tucson trims and updates during the spring and summer of 2022. This gives you a little time to compare and contrast before the vehicles are available on the market to test drive and take home. 

Following the successful redesign of the 2022 Hyundai Tucson, you can look forward to continuing the style and mechanical changes that turned this model into a household classic for suburbanites and rural travelers. To make an appointment to test out a Hyundai Tucson, you can contact us or stop by our Woodbridge dealership. If you want to stay updated on newly released information concerning the 2023 Tucson, or any other 2023 models, you can check out the latest inventory at Koons Woodbridge Hyundai.

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Thursday, 19 May, 2022

Have you worked to perfect your bunker shot? Are you looking for a place to spend some time at the driving range? You’re in luck. The Woodbridge, Virginia, area is home to some of the most dynamic golf courses in Northern Virginia. Explore the following golf courses you should know about in our region.

Lake Ridge Golf Course

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Discover the Woodbridge area’s executive nine-hole golf course, Lake Ridge Golf Course. Ideal for golfers who want to get in a quick round of nine holes, Lake Ridge Golf Course welcomes golfers from beginners to experienced players from across the Woodbridge community.

Lake Ridge Golf Course invites young golf enthusiasts to participate in junior golf programs such as Kids Play Free and The First Tee of Prince William County. Through Kids Play Free, children ages 15 and younger can play for free with a paying adult every day after noon.

Golf will call your name in more ways than one at Lake Ridge Golf Course. The golf course is home to a par 58 disc golf course. This course features 18 baskets distributed around the edges and within the trees of the nine-hole golf course with long and short disc golf loops. According to Lake Ridge’s website, the short loop with yellow baskets measures just under 6,000 feet, and the longer loop adds a challenge of more than 7,800 feet.

In addition to disc golf, Lake Ridge Golf Course also invites players to enjoy a game of footgolf, a combination of soccer and golf. According to Lake Ridge’s website, players use a regulation No. 5 soccer ball on shortened holes with 21-inch diameter cups. As with the games of golf and disc golf, participants strive to direct a ball into designated targets in as few strokes, or kicks, as possible. A player’s total number of kicks is the individual’s score for the hole. Individuals can play footgolf seven days a week; the cost is $10 per person for nine holes played.

Address: 12350 Cotton Mill Drive, Woodbridge, VA 22192

Old Hickory Golf Club

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Regarded as one of the premier golf courses in the Woodbridge area, Old Hickory Golf Club combines spectacular scenery and a challenging layout to offer guests an unforgettable golf experience.

Old Hickory Golf Club’s par-72, 7,190-yard championship layout reflects the vision of Tim Freeland, a Jacksonville, Florida, architect who previously worked for golf legend Gary Player’s design firm. Freeland described the course as “gently rolling terrain covered with pine, oak, maple, and hickory.” Bisected by Beaver Creek, the course has about nine holes to the north and nine to the south of the creek. 

“The grass on our greens is A4 bent grass, known for creating fast greens,” explained Steve Clark, Old Hickory Golf Club’s director of operations, on the club’s website. 

Freeland said the par 3 No. 13, at 180 yards from the back tees, is one of his favorites at Old Hickory Golf Club. “It’s very dramatic with huge bunkers surrounding an elevated green. From the tee, you’re shooting downhill to the fairway and then back up again to the green.”

Address: 11921 Chanceford Drive, Woodbridge, VA 22192

Pohick Bay Golf Course

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Constructed in 1982 on the Mason Neck Peninsula in Lorton, Pohick Bay Golf Course offers 18 holes that extend 6,400 yards from the back tees. With a 132 slope rating, rolling terrain, and several substantial water hazards throughout the course, golf at Pohick Bay Golf Course will challenge even experienced golfers. Highlights of the course include:

• A par 3 measuring 168 yards from the back (157 from the whites) on hole 2 requires golfers to lift shots up and over a deep ravine that runs from the tee box to just short of the green.
• A par 5 measuring more than 500 yards from the tips defines hole 18. If you score a good tee shot here, you’ll be in position to negotiate the dogleg left and down to the green.

Pohick Bay Golf Course offers various outings and tournament plans that can accommodate different types of groups and their needs. The basic package — which includes an 18-hole greens fee, 18-hole cart fee, range balls, a course gift, and an outdoor tent with table and chairs setup — is $53 per person.

Address: 10301 Gunston Road, Lorton, VA 22079

Potomac Shores Golf Club

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Home to Northern Virginia’s only publicly accessible Jack Nicklaus Signature Design course, Potomac Shores Golf Club has earned accolades from Golf Digest and Golfweek. Extraordinary vistas, native wetland buffers, and dramatic elevation shifts offer some of the most spectacular scenes on this course that works its way through spectacular hardwood forests along the banks of the Potomac River. World-class course conditioning, unparalleled playability, and exemplary customer service define the experience at Potomac Shores Golf Club. 

According to Troon Golf, the property’s management firm, the Potomac Shores Golf Club is a par 72 layout stretching to 7,082 yards from the back tees and extending through 2,000 acres of natural, rustic landscape. Before you tee off, visit the pro shop for the finest golf apparel and equipment to enhance your game. Inside the 8,000-square-foot clubhouse, you’ll find the elegant Tidewater Grill, which serves up delightful regional cuisine. 

Individuals may book a tee time from their mobile device or book a golf lesson online.

Address: 1750 Dunnington Place, Dumfries, VA 22026

When you’re ready for a round of golf near Woodbridge, put the above golf courses in the Woodbridge area in your sight. How did we do with our list? Did we overlook one of your favorite courses? Write to us and let us know so that we can add your recommendations to this article.

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Thursday, 05 May, 2022

Manassas, Virginia, offers a wide range of exciting day trips and activities, from the Manassas Museum to the Manassas National Battlefield Park. As you plan your local adventure, it’s important to consider where you can stop and grab lunch before heading to your next event. Lucky for you, there are many spots that offer delicious bites to satisfy your middle-of-the-day hunger.

Whether you’re in the mood for a luxurious midday meal or looking for a quick grab-and-go option, the restaurants and cafes in Manassas are sure to delight you. Here’s a list of six local Manassas lunch spots you can try out the next time you’re looking for a delicious lunch experience.

The Bone

The Bone BBQ is a delightful family-owned business that began in Gainesville, Virginia, as Bad to the Bone Smokehouse and opened a second location in Old Town Manassas in 2014. They serve classic Southern barbeque and homemade sides. The Bone is open for lunch with menu offerings like pulled pork nachos, brisket chili, and barbecue burgers. They also have brisket, pulled chicken, and classic sides like coleslaw, potato salad, and collard greens. You can explore a meat combo platter or kid’s meal options like mac-n-cheese and chicken tenders. The Bone also offers food truck catering and party packages.

Address: 9420 Battle St.
Phone number: 703-330-3829
Hours: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday

Katerina’s Greek Cuisine

Katerina’s Greek Cuisine offers authentic Greek lunch options. The owners aim to honor their Greek heritage by sharing family recipes. Their menu, which includes the Greek names for each section, lists appetizers, cold dishes, salads, pitas and paninis, burgers, kids’ options, desserts, and beverages. Specific offerings include saganaki, calamari, spanakopita, Katerina’s bruschetta, tzatziki, a Greek sampler plate, chicken souvlaki, and gyros. Katerina’s is open for dine-in or pickup. You can also order through a third party for delivery. 

Address: 9212 Center St.
Phone number: 703-361-4976
Hours: Closed on Mondays, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday.

Tony’s New York Pizza

If you’re looking for some of the best pizza in Northern Virginia, or salads, calzones, and stromboli for that matter, check out Tony’s New York Pizza. Their standard menu features by-the-slice or build-your-own pizza options in the styles of New York, Sicilian, or as a specialty. You can also enjoy dishes like chicken marsala and mushrooms, tortellini rose, baked ziti, spaghetti with meat sauce, antipasto salad, shrimp scampi, and mozzarella sticks. Tony’s also offers mouth-watering desserts like cannoli, carrot cake, and cheesecake. 

Address: Manassas Junction Shopping Center, 8801 Centreville Road
Phone number: 703-330-8909
Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday, closed on Sundays

The Black Sheep

If you’re in the mood for fine dining, The Black Sheep might be the perfect lunch destination. They partner with local farmers to offer fresh ingredients while supporting the local economy. Their lunch menu includes items like crispy chicken wings, deviled eggs, roasted squash salad, miso sake sea bass, beef tenderloin pasta, French onion grilled cheese, and a lemon dill salmon burger. You can also enjoy sushi, kids’ options, and drinks. The Black Sheep is open for dine-in at their historic dairy barn location.

Address: 9935 Discovery Blvd.
Phone number: 703-420-2028
Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday

Ashton Family Restaurant

The Ashton Family Restaurant is an ideal neighborhood lunch spot for home-style cooking. The Ashton Family Restaurant’s large menu offers a wide variety of sections, including salad, gyros, hamburgers, fajitas, quesadillas, pasta, steak, and homemade desserts. They also offer weekday specials including free kid’s meals on Mondays, half-price appetizers on Tuesdays, and wine specials on Wednesdays.

Address: 9920 Cockrell Road
Phone number: 703-330-5151
Hours: 6:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, and 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday

Public House Kitchen and Brewery

Public House Kitchen and Brewery offers fresh farm-to-table options for brunch and lunch. Their beer-inspired menu includes appetizers like potato skins, candied bacon, and beer cheese. You can also enjoy soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches, and entrees like the Junction filet, smoked gouda mac and cheese, or signature fried chicken. Public House Kitchen and Brewery also has brunch options like the smoked veggie omelet, fried chicken benny, or sourdough French toast. Finally, round your meal out with an in-house craft beer or cocktail from the drinks menu. 

Address: 9406 Battle St.
Phone number: 571-292-1427
Hours: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday

Ready for lunch? We at Koons Woodbridge Hyundai want to give our customers information about the best spots to check out near Manassas. With a list of six lunch spots in Manassas, you can drop by our dealership in the morning, grab the perfect lunch, and then continue on with your day. Did we forget to mention your favorite Manassas lunch destination? Let us know by calling us at 703-596-3483 or sending us a message via our online contact form. We’ll be sure to add whichever location is your favorite in the area, which also keeps our customers informed.

Why Choose Koons Woodbridge Hyundai?

Our dealership offers high-quality service at the best prices for our customers. If you’re looking to purchase a vehicle, you can look through our extensive inventory of new vehicles or our collection of pre-owned cars and SUVs. We also sell parts and offer services to help ensure you take proper care of your current car. If you’d like to sell or trade your current ride, our friendly and professional team members are more than ready to guide you through the process. Come visit our lot at 1880 Opitz Blvd. in Woodbridge, Virginia. We’d love to see you.

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Thursday, 28 April, 2022

The Hyundai Palisade has established itself since its release in 2020 as a strong all-around midsize SUV. Its diverse trim lineup, ranging from a luxury interior to more functional setups, provides something for most buyers.

Auto experts think Hyundai may give the Palisade a midcycle update for the 2023 model year with a few changes. Here’s what our team at Koons Woodbridge Hyundai can tell you about what to expect.

What’s New for 2023?

The biggest difference with the new Palisade will stand out the moment you see it since Hyundai has given it a redesigned front end. The new grill is reportedly inspired by the latest Hyundai Tucson, while the LED headlights gain a slimmer appearance. The taillights have also slimmed down a bit compared to the 2022 model.

Inside the cabin, Hyundai is making some upgrades as well. The standard 8-inch infotainment screen in the 2022 model is likely to be replaced by a larger 10.25-inch screen. There’s also speculation about some upgrades to the materials used throughout the cabin.

Engine and Performance

One strong powertrain is available throughout the Palisade lineup. It’s a 291-horsepower V-6 unit paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel-drive and front-wheel-drive configurations of the Palisade are available.

The Palisade gets good gas mileage, with a rating of 19 mpg in the city and 26 mpg at highway speeds.

If you plan on towing a camper, boat, or anything else, the Palisade has the power to handle it. The towing capacity for this midsize SUV is 5,000 pounds.

Seating and Cargo

The Palisade is a three-row SUV with adult-friendly seating in all rows. The base setup gives you room for eight people, but the capacity shrinks to seven if you opt to have captain’s chairs in the second row. For kids, there are three sets of LATCH connectors for installing child seating. Two of these are found in the second row and another on the driver’s side in the rear row.

The base Palisade is fitted with cloth upholstery. However, as you move up the trim ladder, you gain access to more luxurious materials, including leather.

Even with a full load of passengers, this Hyundai boasts ample cargo storage space. You’ll find about 18 cubic feet of storage behind the third row. That can be expanded to 45 cubic feet with the rear row folded down. For even more storage, you can access a maximum of 86 cubic feet of capacity with both rear rows folded flat.

Infotainment and Driver Safety Technology

As we explained earlier, a 10.25-inch infotainment screen is a new addition to the base 2023 Palisade model. It will be equipped with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, which will make it very straightforward for you to link your phone to your vehicle’s entertainment system. Connecting your phone with either of these applications allows you to stream music and use your favorite phone apps on your infotainment screen.

Other base infotainment features include Bluetooth connectivity and five USB ports, which will help you keep all your devices charged while you’re on the go. You can add several handy upgrades, like wireless device charging and a navigation system. For those of you looking for top-quality sound in your vehicle, check out the optional 12-speaker premium stereo that’s on offer.

In addition to exciting infotainment tech, the Palisade has a long list of driver safety systems to keep you and your passengers protected on the road. The forward collision warning and pedestrian detection features alert you to potential collision threats, while the automatic emergency braking system can intervene in a hurry to bring your vehicle to a stop.

When you hit the highway, the lane keep assist and adaptive cruise control systems can make your job a little easier behind the wheel. The driver drowsiness monitor keeps a check on your reaction times and other behaviors so that it can warn you when you need to take a break.

Finally, the Palisade has several features to help you park and exit parking spaces safely. The rear parking sensors assist you while you’re in reverse, while the rear cross traffic alert will let you know if a vehicle is approaching as you reverse out of a parking spot.

Two optional upgrades in the 2023 Palisade worth mentioning are the head-up display and surround-view parking camera. The display allows you to monitor your vehicle’s performance without taking your eyes off the road up ahead. The surround-view camera provides you with an aerial view of your vehicle on your screen so that you can watch out for obstacles from all angles as you maneuver into a parking spot.

Trims

There are four trims for you to choose from if you’re buying the 2023 Palisade: the SE, SEL, Limited, and Calligraphy.

The SEL trim adds a power-adjustable driver’s seat, heated front seats, and a sunroof. The Premium Package allows you to upgrade to leather upholstery and a power-adjustable passenger’s chair.

Step up to the Limited and you get nappa leather upholstery, dual sunroofs, ventilated front seats, and heated rear seats. The Palisade lineup is crowned with the luxurious Calligraphy trim, which boasts more upscale materials throughout the cabin and several unique design touches.

Get Your 2023 Palisade at Koons Woodbridge Hyundai

We hope that our look ahead to the 2023 Palisade has whetted your appetite. Hyundai’s refreshed midsize SUV is expected to hit showrooms sometime during the summer months, so you don’t have long to wait. After the release date, you’ll be able to see all of the trims we have to offer in our online inventory. Our finance department will also be on hand to let you know about the fantastic auto financing and leasing options on offer with the Palisade.

If you still have questions about the 2023 Palisade, don’t hesitate to contact us today. One of our auto experts will be happy to give you their advice or help you arrange a test drive as soon as we have the model in stock. Alternatively, you can swing by our Woodbridge dealership and chat with one of us in person.

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Thursday, 21 April, 2022

A cooking class can help you learn both basic cooking techniques and complex skills. Learning to cook can be a fun hobby and a way to make more healthy meals. The Fairfax, Virginia area offers many great cooking classes for you to explore your inner chef.

Chef Matt Finarelli

Chef Matt Finarelli offers a selection of culinary classes both in-person and online. Finarelli will come to your home, conduct a class, and assist in creating a gourmet meal. The minimum attendance for one of the classes is four adults. Some of Finarelli’s most popular in-person classes include “Better with Bourbon,” “French Mother Sauces,” “Handmade Pasta Made Easy,” and “Lunch on the Amalfi Coast.” Aside from meals, Finarelli also has expertise in cocktail making and provides cocktail courses, including “The Evolution of the Martini,” “The Modern Classics,” “Tiki Cocktails,” “Chef Matt’s Original Cocktails,” and “The Roaring 20’s.”

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Finarelli began offering online courses. The classes became popular enough that he continues to offer them. Usually, the live online courses last for one to two hours. Some of Finarelli’s more popular online courses include classic, seafood, or vegetarian paella, chicken marsala accompanied by classic Caesar salad, and herb-crusted lamb racks with arugula, grape and goat cheese salad.

Cooking Thyme With Stacie

Cooking Thyme with Stacie offers a variety of live-streaming cooking classes. Stacie Husmann spent three years in Paris and took cooking classes at L’Assiette de Paris. Her experience there inspired Cooking Thyme. Cooking Thyme features regular live-streamed cooking classes that last 60 to 90 minutes. After the live class, students can access a recording to review. Cooking Thyme also offers recordings on previous classes through its cooking class video library. The video library classes include a full video of the class and a downloadable preparation packet. You can watch the archived classes on your own schedule.

Sur La Table

Sur La Table has a wide selection of fun, themed classes, including “Table For Two,” a hands-on date night cooking class. Those wishing to spend a date night dabbling in their favorite cuisine can select from several different options, including “From Paris with Love,” “South American Steak Night,” and “Exploring Thai Flavors.” The classes are usually two hours long. Students work in groups of four. The “From Paris with Love” class has students cook pan-roasted chicken with fine herbs and whole-grain mustard sauce, brown butter mashed potatoes, salad verte, and French vanilla crème brûlée.

Sur La Table also offers specific baking courses such as “Great British Baking.” In the class, you learn to make Victoria sponge cake, sticky toffee pudding, and sausage rolls. Like the other courses, the baking classes are two to two-and-a-half hours long. Other baking courses include “French Baking: Brioche” and “Family Fun: Springtime Cupcakes.” Sur La Table has four different ways to take classes: in-person classes, online classes, private events, and the Sur La Table Culinary Institute.

Culinaria Cooking School

The Culinaria Cooking School has been a fixture in the Fairfax area since 2008. The school offers a variety of classes in the culinary arts. The school has courses for you whether you want to pursue a career, have a passion for cooking, or are simply looking for something fun to try. It uses a number of techniques for teaching students. In some classes, students watch a demonstration of a chef preparing a multi-course meal. The chef provides students with a step-by-step narration of the meal preparation while students sip wine, ask questions and learn.

A participation class at the Culinaria Cooking School begins with a demonstration. Students then complete the same meal while the instructor answers questions and provides advice. The classes are interactive and meant to teach students by having them take part as well. Class categories include baking, kids and teens, couples cooking, healthy cooking, regional and ethnic, and skills and techniques. The school offers private and corporate events.

Cookology

Cookology offers a wide selection of cooking classes, from fun date nights to a 6-week culinary boot camp. The boot camp series teaches basic cooking skills for novice chefs. The boot camp covers everything from knife skills to cooking techniques. Students learn to make dishes like beef bourguignon, coq au vin, and blackened pork. Cookology also offers numerous other classes for date nights, such as Rainbow Sushi with Mixology. The class teaches how to make complex sushi rolls and miso sauces. The class menu includes rainbow roll, dynamite roll, and sparkling elderflower sake cocktail.

Cookology also has an entire program dedicated to children, including cooking summer camps. Cookology’s options for kids begin with various camps for 5- to 7-year-olds. The campus usually includes a 2-hour workshop up to three days per week. Cookology also offers courses and camps for children aged 8 and older. Some other options include family classes where parents and children can learn together as a group.

Together We Cook

Together We Cook provides fun cooking classes for children. Mari Coelho began Together We Cook to “empower children to be confident in the kitchen.” Coelho attended cooking classes at the Escola Wilma Kövesi cooking school while working as a lawyer in Brazil. Eventually, she decided to share her passion for cooking and began Together We Cook. The class seeks to teach children about cooking and to inspire them to make good, healthy food choices. The classes split children into two age groups: 3- to 6-year-olds and 7- to 14-year-olds. Together We Cook offers courses like “Dinner Together” and “Dumplings from Scratch.” Together We Cook offers virtual classes for children and the whole family.

The Fairfax area has many great cooking class options from which to choose. Koons Woodbridge Hyundai hopes this list helps you get the most out of everything Fairfax has to offer. 

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Thursday, 14 April, 2022

According to the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration, the weather causes 21% of car crashes each year. Of these 21% accidents, 70% occur on wet pavement with 46% of them happening during rainfall. It’s important to be alert when you’re driving so you can respond appropriately to changing conditions and adapt to your surroundings. To help you drive more safely, we’ve prepared a list of tips for driving in the rain.

Avoid Driving in the Rain

While not always possible, consider delaying your trip until the rain stops. Stay where you are until the heavy rain slows down or stops completely before you drive. This allows you to avoid putting yourself in a dangerous situation that you feel uncomfortable handling.

Don’t Use Cruise Control

Using cruise control can be convenient during normal driving conditions, such as driving on the highway on a sunny day. However, it’s important to avoid using it when driving during the rain because you may lose control of your vehicle. Driving without cruise control may help keep you engaged when driving. It also allows you to reduce speed more easily as you drive, which is essential when driving in the rain to prevent traction loss in the slick conditions.

Drive Slowly

It’s important to adhere to the speed limit in normal driving conditions, but it’s crucial when driving in the rain. Rain can reduce your vehicle’s reaction time, making it more difficult to respond quickly and safely to hazards. Driving slowly may also prevent you from hydroplaning. To help avoid the temptation of driving too quickly in the rain, consider checking the weather before you need to leave, and factor in extra time for your commute.

Turn On Your Headlights

Be sure to activate your headlights when driving. Most states legally require drivers to have their headlights turned on when it’s raining. This improves your visibility and helps other drivers see you more easily. However, it’s important to avoid using your high beams or hazard lights in the rain. Some states have laws against using them, as these may also cause distractions for other drivers or make it difficult for them to see properly.

Pull Over if There’s No Visibility

If the rain is so heavy that it becomes difficult to see, find a safe location to stop. If you pull over onto the shoulder of the road, be sure to turn on your hazard lights to alert other drivers of your presence. Wait until the rain slows or stops, then safely merge back into traffic to continue your drive.

Monitor Your Tires

Keep an eye on your tires, and check their treads and pressure levels often. It’s important to keep a proactive approach to avoid driving with balding tires. If your tires don’t have any tread, it may be difficult for you to maintain traction when driving on wet roads. If you’re unsure about the current status of your tires, visit a tire center for a professional opinion about whether it’s time to replace your tires.

Drive in the Middle Lanes

When possible, try to drive in the middle lanes. This may help you avoid water that pools in the outside lanes. As a result, you may be able to avoid having to navigate flood-like conditions.

Keep a Safe Distance

Maintain proper distance between you and other vehicles. If possible, try to keep several car lengths between you and other vehicles, and continue to drive slowly. This helps provide you with enough time and distance to brake slowly and safely when necessary.

Brake Slowly

Try to avoid hard braking when driving. If you brake too quickly, your tires may struggle to get the necessary traction they need to slow the vehicle. Instead, remove your foot from the accelerator to allow your vehicle to slow naturally. This provides you with enough time to stop and creates room for other drivers to do the same.

Respond to Skids Properly

Keep calm if your vehicle begins to skid. Avoid slamming on your brakes to help you remain in control of your vehicle. Instead, gently steer in the direction you want to go to in order to help correct your car’s path.

Remain Calm if You Hydroplane

Hydroplaning occurs when your vehicle’s tires no longer have traction on the road and, instead, travel over the water. If you feel your car is beginning to hydroplane, try to remain calm. Avoid steering your vehicle, and slowly remove your foot from the gas so that your car can naturally slow down. Only accelerate again once your car has normal contact with the road again.

Check Your Car Equipment

Check your car’s equipment often to ensure everything functions properly to avoid issues when driving in the rain. For example, verify that all of your headlights and tail lights work, and test your windshield wipers to make sure they clear your windshield well. If you notice any issues, be sure to visit a professional service center to fix them.

Avoid Standing Water

Avoid driving through areas of standing water. It can be difficult to know just how deep water is, and a flooded road may cause your car to take on water or even float. If you notice large areas of standing water, try to turn around, switch lanes, steer around the areas, or, if you have no other options, look for depth gauges that may help you assess how deep the water is before driving through it.

Ventilate Your Car

Try to reduce the fogginess in your vehicle that is caused by the rain’s humidity. Try turning on your rear and front defrosters to help reduce the fog. When combined with windshield wipers, this is often effective for providing a clear visual for driving safely.

We’ve reached the end of our list of tips for driving in the rain. We hope you’ve learned something new to help you drive in the rain more safely. If you’re interested in learning more about driving safely and the features available in Hyundai vehicles to help you do so, contact us today. 

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Thursday, 07 April, 2022

It’s important to treat yourself from time to time, and a delicious dessert can be a great way to do so. Whether you choose a slice of cheesecake, a cupcake, a bowl of ice cream, or something else entirely, there’s no shortage of scrumptious options to indulge in when you want a sweet treat. To help you narrow down your options, we’ve created this list of some of the top chocolate desserts in Woodbridge to try the next time you get a craving.

Silk and Satin European Torte From Bellash Bakery

Dive into this European torte, or rich cake, from Bellash Bakery. The Silk and Satin is a cheesecake that’s topped with chocolate mousse and chocolate ganache. According to the bakery, this dessert may provide one to two servings.

Bellash Bakery is open Monday through Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., and on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on. It’s located at 13420 Jefferson Davis Highway, and you can also place an order through various food delivery apps. Some of the other chocolate treats available from Bellash Bakery include mini eclairs, chocolate and coconut truffles, Oreo mousse, chocolate pudding tarts, and chocolate cupcakes.

Chocolate Cake From Soul Cakes by Tanya

Soul Cakes by Tanya is a full-service bakery that specializes in Southern-style baking. While it offers specialty custom cakes, the menu also includes a variety of other delicious treats to try. Soul Cakes by Tanya offers a made-to-order 6-inch chocolate cake that you may top with your choice of vanilla, chocolate, cream cheese, strawberry, Oreo, or peanut butter icing.

Soul Cakes by Tanya is open Monday through Friday from 11 am. until 5:30 p.m. and on Saturday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. It’s located at 14418 Jefferson Davis Highway, and you’re able to browse the desserts in person or place an online order that you pick up in store. Some other chocolate dessert options to try from Soul Cakes by Tanya include vegan chocolate cupcakes, gluten-free chocolate cupcakes, and chocolate chip pecan cookies.

Ferrero Rocher Cake From Zarus Cakes and Pastries

Zarus Cakes and Pastries combines a candy classic with delicious chocolate cake. This custom cake features a chocolate Nutella cake topped with hazelnut frosting. The bakery finishes each cake with Ferrero Rocher candies.

Zarus Cakes and Pastries is open daily from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. It’s located on 15820 Meherrin Way. It also offers other tasty chocolate treats, such as black forest pastries, chocolate fudge pastries, chocolate truffle pastries, Oreo cupcakes, chocolate fudge cupcakes, Nutella brownies, walnut brownies, and fudge brownies.

Chocolate Caramel Heath Cupcake from Cravings Cupcakery

Cravings Cupcakery offers over 80 different cupcake flavors. One flavor that may attract chocolate lovers is the chocolate caramel Heath cupcake. This chocolate cake has a caramel cream filling and chocolate icing with caramel buttercream, caramel drizzle, and Heath crunch on top.

Cravings Cupcakery is open from 9:30 a.m. until 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Saturdays. It’s located at 12367 Dillingham Square, and you may also order some of their options through food delivery apps. The bakery also offers cake pops, custom cakes and cupcakes, gluten-free options, and vegan options.

It’s important to remember that Cravings Cupcakery rotates through its premium signature flavors. The bakery recommends calling at 571-589-8652 to find out what flavors they offer each day. If you have a particular flavor that you want, consider placing a custom order in advance.

Triple Chocolate Personal Cheesecake From The Spot on Mill Street

The Spot on Mill Street is a bistro and coffee shop that offers a selection of appetizers, flatbreads, sandwiches, salads, and meat and cheese boards. It also has a small dessert menu featuring personal cheesecakes. These cheesecakes are gluten-free, low-carb, and no-sugar-added, making them friendly for a variety of dietary needs. Indulge in a triple chocolate personal cheesecake, or try another flavor, such as tiramisu or lemon raspberry.

The Spot on Mill Street is located near Woodbridge in the Occoquan Historic District at 406 Mill Street. It’s open from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Fridays, 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. on Saturdays, and 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Sundays. Its dessert menu also includes muffins, cupcakes, gelato, and gelato milkshakes.

Chocolate Pecan Pie From Mom’s Apple Pie Company

Try this twist on an old favorite pie from Mom’s Apple Pie Company. This bakery offers a regular selection of fruit, custard, cream, chess, and nut pies to choose from, and each pie measures 9-inches across. The chocolate pecan pie features the same rich brown sugar flavor you expect from a classic pecan pie with the added sweetness of chocolate chips throughout.

Mom’s Apple Pie Company is located near Woodbridge in Occoquan at 126A Commerce Street. It’s open from 8 a.m. until 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Sunday. Other regular chocolate pie flavors available include chocolate coconut chess pie and chocolate cream pie.

Chocolate Macarons From Le Cake Boutique

Le Cake Boutique offers a selection of cake and patisserie items. One option is their handmade chocolate macarons. These delicate treats have two small meringue-like chocolate cakes with a chocolate filling to sandwich them together. Treat yourself to a box of half a dozen chocolate macarons, or enjoy them in a variety pack of 6-count or 12-count variety pack with other classic French flavors.

Le Cake Boutique is located at 15101 Potomac Town Place in Suite 105. It’s open from 12 p.m. until 5 p.m. on Monday, 1 p.m. until Tuesday, from 12 p.m. until 6 p.m. on Wednesday, and from 12 p.m. until 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. In addition to the macarons, Le Cake Boutique also offers cupcakes in chocolate, red velvet, and vanilla options.

We’ve reached the end of some of the top chocolate desserts in Woodbridge. If you don’t see your favorite chocolate dessert from a local restaurant, let us know. We welcome your suggestions for how we can improve our list. We hope this list helped you find a delicious new dessert to try.

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Thursday, 24 March, 2022

Arlington, Virginia provides residents and visitors alike with multiple ways to relax and stay healthy. You can explore many hiking trails and parks, visit local gyms, and even stroll around the city while enjoying the area’s signature shops and restaurants. People who want to improve their Pilates skills can benefit from learning about the many places in Arlington that host courses in this discipline. Here are some of the many places nearby where you can enroll in Pilates classes.

Honest Soul Yoga

 Honest Soul Yoga offers affordable Pilates classes, friendly instructors, and a unique, intimate studio space. Visitors often enjoy classes, workshops, and lifestyle programs that promote personal growth, community, and health. Their Pilates and flow mat program emphasizes strengthening and toning the legs, glutes, and abs. Some classes also feature hot yoga, which involves performing different poses in a space with a high temperature. The studio organizes classes by intensity instead of experience level. The Core class, for example, involves a moderate intensity and an 80-degree classroom space.

Suzie Mills, an Air Force Veteran, founded Honest Soul Yoga in 2013 after returning home from deployment and wanting to create a positive impact in the world. In 2016, co-owner Julia Lopez joined the team and provided the studio with different yoga programs that involve elements of exercise science. Together, the owners accept participants of all ages and experience levels and aim to create a challenging, inspiring fitness experience.

The Pilates Loft

The Pilates Loft bases its instruction on the teachings and principles of Joseph Pilates, who created this method of body conditioning. They offer private, semiprivate, and small group sessions that instruct you on how to use the classic Pilates apparatus. The studio emphasizes small classes so instructors may focus on participants’ form and technique. Each class addresses your current strengths and weaknesses, helping to improve your balance, posture, strength, and flexibility. New clients must attend a private session before joining group classes to assess their personal needs.

The owner, Alia Staples, is a certified Pilates instructor and possesses one of only 10 studios in the entire United States that offers certification through The New York Pilates Studio Teacher Certification Program. She founded this studio in 2014 after originally opening a studio in Orlando, Florida. She uses her passion for the original teachings of Joseph Pilates to help clients build their strength and health through the original practice of Pilates.

Mind the Mat Pilates & Yoga 

Mind the Mat Pilates & Yoga features multiple yoga and Pilates programs that emphasize different strengths, intensity levels, and specializations. Other than intensity-based yoga classes, they offer courses on Prenatal and Postnatal Pilates and Yoga, Vinyasa Style, Barre Pilates, Pilates Boot Camp, Dynamic Core, and Mommy and Me Pilates and Yoga. They also provide workshops, consult and training sessions.

Physical therapist Megan Brown and Yoga specialist Sara VanderGoot opened this studio in Arlington in 2012 after realizing that many clients at their own private practices possessed the same issues regarding neck and back pain, flexibility, and joint issues. Dr. Brown specializes in customizing Pilates classes according to the needs of her clients. VanderGoot’s experience in midwifery, prenatal yoga, and prenatal massage helped her create multiple pregnancy-related programs at Mind the Mat, helping new moms find balance and stability.

Praxi Pilates

Praxi Pilates is a contemporary studio that provides both private and group sessions to help clients reach their physical health goals. Programs include circuit classes, mat classes, and reformer classes. Each of these classes emphasizes a different type of instruction and workout routine for various experience levels and health conditions. For example, reformer classes focus on strength-building exercises for clients recovering from an injury. Each instructor possesses high levels of training to help you reach your individual goals and push you towards success.

Local Motion Project

Local Motion is a nonprofit organization that emphasizes the use of dance throughout most of its programs to help clients express themselves and connect with others. It offers both adult and youth programs with a variety of classes, such as Pilates, ballet, modern dance, tap, belly dance, and aerial hammock. The studio also provides workshops, private, and group sessions. People of all ages and experience levels may join these sessions, as Local Motion hires specialized instructors for their clients’ needs.

Next Phase Arlington

Next Phase Arlington offers multiple programs and classes that help visitors develop their Pilates skills, alongside their core strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance capabilities. Along with Reformer Fusion Pilates and HIIT Pilates, this studio also offers personal training sessions in different phases. Each phase emphasizes a specific exercise routine and the use of equipment. Most classes are circuit-based to help trainees rest in between exercises. Each trainer on the team possesses expert training and knowledge to help you reach your goals.

Better Body

Better Body studio focuses on the classical Pilates techniques created by Joseph Pilates, but also offers contemporary options for client’s development and success. You may attend private classes or group sessions, depending on your experience and preferences. Clients can also receive personalized sessions based on their needs and desires. Instructors all possess backgrounds in physical therapy, dance, personal training, martial arts, and exercise physiology. This ensures that clients can receive the best training from experts in the field.

Krisi Frazee founded Better Body with compassion and specializes in clients with physical disabilities, chronic pain, plus those recovering from surgery. Her goals include bringing innovation and progress with the traditional approach to Pilates.

So, there you have it. Koons Woodbridge Hyundai just informed you of the seven best Pilates studios in greater Arlington. Did you find our list satisfactory? Did we miss a favorite studio of yours or a local favorite? Drop us a line and we’ll be sure to add it to our list.

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Thursday, 17 March, 2022

For a car that serves both your needs and wants, consider the newest installment of the Hyundai Elantra. From having great gas mileage to boasting a sleek, subtle design on both the exterior and interior we have the 2022 Hyundai Elantra. Like other modern sedans, it has a look that gives the appearance of elegance and efficiency, all while having a style that only a Hyundai can fully offer you. With a grill that features bold patterning underneath a chrome finish, you can count on this edition of Hyundai to make a car with new trims that stand out. 

This Hyundai spacious interior, despite its compact size, makes it a feature piece among the competition. With an upturned angle in the headlights, as well as crested modeling on the door and sides of this vehicle, it can be both a unique and aesthetically pleasing option for your next way to commute. Below we’re going to list some of the newest trim features, as well as spec details for this new Elantra, so you can understand what next car you may be driving.

What are the engine and performance specs for the 2022 Hyundai Elantra?

Before investigating whether you want an Elantra, it may help to consider some specs about the car’s engine and overall performance. This standard, the non-hybrid vehicle has a 147-hp cylinder engine. It has both front-wheel drive and a CVT, making it a capable vehicle for both on-road commutes and traveling through snow and ice. If you want to consider the hybrid model of the Elantra, it uses a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine and an electric motor to create 139 horsepower of transit material. Both types of engines offer relatively good driving power for daily commutes, uphill driving, and highway use.

How’s the fuel economy?

When considering a new car, fuel economy can be an important aspect to evaluate, depending on how much you drive. This edition of the Elantra doesn’t disappoint with saving on gas, regardless of whether you’re making your commute every day or taking a trip across the state. According to EPA estimates the 2.0-liter four-cylinder Elantra earns up to about 33 mpg in the city, while it earns about 43 mpg on average for the highway. When undergoing evaluation tests, the non-hybrid model had an average of 38 mpg, while the hybrid edition of the same model managed 48 mpg.

Interior details of the Hyundai Elantra

While the trimming on the outside of the vehicle is stylish, you shouldn’t miss what the inside has to offer. The cabin of the Elantra features a wrap-around dashboard that looks both modern and durable. Once it reaches each side of the vehicle, however, the dashboard area shrinks for a minimalistic style, giving both you and your passengers more room and arm space. The dashboard has a single LED strip that traces its edge, adding to the overall lighting of the car and the futuristic feel. 

A vent also spans the entirety of the dashboard, giving each passenger customized temperature setting options. Each seat has sustainable legroom for five passengers without issue. In the trunk, a traveler could fit six suitcases inside without needing to use the back row as storage.

Safety and technology inside the new Elantra

The Hyundai has many technology add-ns that allow you to say safe and comfortable while on the road. It comes with the option to add a 10-inch digital display to the dashboard that allows for music, navigation, and safety enhancements. Another 10-inch display is behind the wheel, showing your speed dials as well as other maintenance features. On any screen, passengers and drivers can adjust interfaces such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Everyone in the car can also enjoy Wi-fi connections while inside the vehicle. 

If you want to access many features hands-free, you can by using the voice recognition feature to adjust things like the music, climate, or navigation settings. Driver assistance features within the Hyundai Elantra as a standard feature. With automatic braking for pedestrian protection and object avoidance for both the front and back, you can navigate confidently around tight turns and crowded areas. Lane departure warnings allow you to drive for long distances, helping keep you alert of the sides of the road. Adaptive cruise control can also help you keep a consistent speed, with a lane-centering feature for improved long-term navigation.

What makes the trim different on this Elantra?

There are three trim levels to this model: SE, SEL, and Limited. Al; three keep things both simple and unique for both the inside and outside of the car.

The SE trim is the baseline for the Elantra, featuring a 147 horsepower 2-liter 4-cylinder engine. There are three drive modes in this edition: Smart, Normal, and Sport. Each driving mode encourages different settings within the engine to prioritize different vehicle behaviors. With both automatic hand-lamp control and body-color door handles, you can get into and light your car with ease before getting on the road. The SE Trim edition of the car has an eight-inch touchscreen on the center of the dash as well as a four-inch display for driving information.

The SEL trim has many differences from the SEL trim that you may find significant enough to consider a purchase. It has a larger display than the SE’s eight inches, with a center console screen that’s 10 inches long. The exterior features dark chrome rather than chrome, extra LED lighting, and 16-inch alloy wheels. With even more technological add ons, such as Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance, you can depend on this SEL version to help keep you safe and comfortable.

The Limited Trim offers everything that the SEL trim has to offer, with bonus materials as well. It features even more headlamps, taillamps, LED daytime running lights, and chrome window trim. This limited trim also features larger wheels and a sunroof that can bring refreshment to anyone inside. The screen for navigation is even larger, stretching 10.25 inches for navigation, safety, and more.

Whether you’re in the market for a comfortable ride, or just looking for a new way to make your daily commute, investing in a 2022 Hyundai Elantra may be the deal for you. With three trims to choose from, you can find a new car that not only functions the way you want it to but has all the features you need in your engine and at your fingertips. Consider creating your own Elantra today to get the newest experience in automotive technology.

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