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New and future arrivals at Knauz Hyundai

An in depth look at new and future models

Knauz Hyundai, a multi-franchise dealer in Lake Bluff serving Chicagoland since 1934, is proud to announce to Chicagoland drivers that the sleek 2011 Hyundai Equus has arrived.

The arrival of the 2011 Hyundai Equus will mark the United States debut of Hyundai?s flagship model. The Equus engineers had the enviable task of setting a new design standard for an entire line of vehicles. Starting with the distinctive front grille, deliberate lines continue from the hood through the body to show off the staggered-width 19-inch chrome wheels. LED turn signals with HID Xenon headlights, sculpted front fog lights, and the distinctive air intake further set the Equus apart in a field of conventional rivals.

The all-new Hyundai Equus comes in two stylish trims: Signature and Ultimate. Both trims come fully equipped with an award-winning 4.6-liter V8 engine with 385 horsepower and features a six-speed automatic transmission. The Hyundai Equus adds luxury for passengers in the back row. Passengers can now sit back and enjoy the ride with incredible premium seating in the back row.

Some of the highlights of the new Equus Model:

Performance Wheels- 19-inch chrome alloy wheels with staggered-width performance tires.
Forward-view Cornering Camera- From its vantage point at the top of the grille, the camera provides an extra margin of safety for negotiating tight alleys and parking spaces.
Advanced HID Xenon Headlights- Stylish LED turn signal indicators frame the front Xenon High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights.
Chrome Accents- Equus has full-body integrated chrome accents to highlight the exterior.
Driver's Seat- The 12-way adjustable driver seat is heated, cooled, and has the massage feature.
Driver Information and Navigation System-The large 8-inch VGA display screen is intuitive for primary driving functions.
Parking Guide System-PGS uses the rearview camera, and a simple, superimposed graphic with parking guidelines to help direct drivers into even the tightest parking spots.
Steering Wheel-The power tilt-and-telescopic heated steering wheel with Integrated Memory System (IMS) remembers each nuance of your and another driver?s preferences.
First Class Rear Seats-Instead of three rear seats, Equus Ultimate comes with two roomy, premium seats. Heated and cooled with power adjustable head restraints, there?s also an electronically cooled center console refrigerator and an independently controlled entertainment system.
Power Rear Side-window Sunshades-Cutting out the sun or prying eyes has never been so easy and stylish.
Lexicon© Stereo-Starting with 17 speakers standard. It also has XM® Satellite Radio with over 170 digital channels, HD Radio™ technology, and iPod®/USB and auxiliary input jacks.
Supervision Cluster-Equus features a Supervision Cluster with built-in 3.5-inch LCD monitor for detailed trip information
Hyundai Equus Owner Experience App-Equus is the first luxury car to have an iPad app to help you understand and maintain your vehicle.
Valet Service-Owning an Equus means you may never have to set foot in our service center. Ever. Not for an oil change, not for a tune-up. When it?s time for service, contact us by phone or through your Equus Owner Experience iPad App, and we?ll come to you, deliver a courtesy replacement vehicle alternative transportation and return your Equus when it?s ready.
Free Maintenance-Owning an Equus comes with the confidence that all of the normal scheduled maintenance is covered for 5 years or 60,000 miles. This doesn?t just mean oil changes, but all parts and labor included in the Equus owner?s manual under scheduled maintenance. Paired with our valet service, that comes to you, picks up your vehicle, delivers alternative transportation and returns your vehicle, makes Equus maintenance easy and painless.
Hyundai has always been committed to safety.-Equus steps up this tradition with nine airbags, reinforced unibody construction, and an entire Vehicle Stability Management System tasked with making sure all active and passive safety features work optimally.
Unibody Frame-An ultra-high-strength steel unibody with energy-dispersing crumple zones forms the core of the Equus passive safety system..
9 Airbags-The more airbags, the safer the occupants. Two advanced dual front airbags; a driver?s knee airbag; four front and rear seat-mounted side-impact airbags; and two roof-mounted side-curtain airbags for front and rear seat passengers. Nine total. Nine ways to improve safety.
Vehicle Stability Management System-VSM optimizes the function of all active and passive safety features. VSM incorporates ESC, TCS, ABS, EBD, Brake Assist and a Lane Departure Warning System..
Smart Cruise Control (SCC)-SCC detects vehicles within a driver-specified distance, and automatically maintains a consistent following distance.
Electronic Stability Control-In 2012 the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will require all vehicles to be equipped with ESC, a feature that Equus and all Hyundai models have today.
Brake Assist -In emergency braking situations, many drivers may not apply sufficient braking force to achieve the shortest possible stopping distance.
Traction Control System-By reducing wheel spin in various adverse traction conditions, including inclement weather, Traction Control gives more stable and predictable acceleration characteristics for a more confident, controlled driving experience.
Anti-lock Braking System-ABS helps prevent the possibility of wheel lockup under braking, and rapidly pulses the brakes to help you retain steering control as you come to a stop.
Electronic Brake-force Distribution-EBD balances braking forces at each wheel when the car is dynamically loaded. This helps the driver maintain confident control in difficult braking situations.
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)-The available Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) alerts drivers of unintended lane changes.

The 2011 Hyundai Equus?.A performance vehicle wrapped in luxury features.

The engine is an award-winning 385-horsepower V8. The advanced 6-speed automatic transmission was produced by ZF®, arguably the best transmission maker in the world. And a well-balanced, rear-wheel-drive layout gives Equus the foundation to perform less like a traditional luxury car and more like a high-performance sports sedan.

- Rear-Wheel Drive-The very nature of rear-wheel drive shifts the Equus closer to a more ideal 50/50 front-to-rear weight distribution. This means the engine, transmission, driveshaft and rear differential provide better dynamic balance.
- The Tau® 4.6L V8 won a Ward?s 10 Best Engines award in both 2009 and 2010.- No other V8 competitor can claim that.
- ZF® Transmission-Hyundai engineers partnered with famous German transmission maker ZF to choose a high-performance transmission specifically for Equus
- Electronic Air Suspension is standard on the Equus. This system helps maintain consistent vehicle height and pitch regardless of load and road conditions, resulting in a consistent, comfortable ride.
- Continuous Damping Control (CDC)-Much more sophisticated than typical shocks, CDC is an electronic damping system that noticeably increases ride comfort and overall driving dynamics at the same time.

For more information on the luxurious 2011 Hyundai Equus please call 847-234-2800 or visit our website http://www.knauz.com today.

2011 Hyundai Elantra Highlights: (Some items are optional) see dealer for details

Exterior:

The wind would never carve a box.

As they developed the 2011 Elantra, designers studied shapes created by natural forces, like the wind. The result is a muscular shape enhanced by dynamic character lines and connected with sensual curves.

But Elantra's beauty never gets in the way of utility or function. The exterior shape delivers a low 0.28 co-efficient of drag. An impressive number that helps Elantra achieve another impressive number-up to 40 MPG. Consider this the end of wheezy underpowered compacts

Power tilt-and-slide sunroof

Open it up for unlimited head room or tilt it up to increase the airflow into Elantra's cabin.

17-inch alloy wheels

They deliver added grip and a sculpted look that complements Elantra's Wind Craft design.

Side mirrors with turn signal indicators

See and be seen while giving just the right highlight to the Elantra's profile.

Performance:

At the heart of Elantra is a robust new engine that weighs less, offers higher MPG and generates more horsepower than the previous generation engine. This new engine is mated to either a 6-speed manual or automatic transmission and both powertrain combinations deliver up to 40 MPG-the highest standard fuel economy in the compact car class.

UP TO 40 MPG

Brilliant engineering, weight-saving design and low-rolling resistance silica tires make Elantra more fuel-efficient than Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla.

1.8L 4-cylinder engine with D-CVVT

An aluminum cylinder block and lower crankcase create a 30% weight reduction from the previous Elantra engine. While Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (D-CVVT) improves engine breathing on the intake and exhaust camshafts for lower emissions and better fuel economy.

6-speed automatic transmission

Elantra's 6-speed automatic generates smooth acceleration and has the right gear for every driving situation, from in-town traffic to cruising down the interstate.

Interior:

Even the government classifies Elantra's interior as exceptional.

No conspiracy here. Elantra has more total interior volume than Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic. In fact, Elantra has so much room that the EPA categorizes it as a midsize car-a class above compacts.

While its sleek silhouette makes Elantra an unusually stunning sedan, the interior expands on its sophisticated design themes and offers luxuries you won?t find in other compact cars. Elantra?s front and rear heated seats are a compact segment first and offer a warm welcome on chilly mornings

Leather seating surfaces

Enjoy the luxurious feel and upscale look of leather seating surfaces.

Heated front & rear seats

As compacts go, only Elantra gives the driver and every passenger the comfort of heated seats.

360-Watt Audio System

Particular about your music? Then you'll appreciate Elantra's 360-watt premium audio system that features an external amplifier.

Safety:

Safety features that also protect your wallet.

When it comes to your safety, Elantra has many of the same features you find in more expensive cars.

Because you can't put a price on safety, six airbags, high tensile strength steel and a sophisticated Vehicle Stability Management System are all standard on Elantra.

Vehicle Stability Management

Elantra's Vehicle Stability Management system coordinates ESC, TCS plus the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) with Brake Assist to create an integrated active safety system ? giving you and your passengers added peace of mind.

Traction Control System (TCS)

Working in tandem with ESC, TCS limits power and applies brakes to individual wheels to reduce the occurrence of wheelspin, and routes power to the wheel with the most traction.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

One of three elements in Elantra's Vehicle Stability Management System, Electronic Stability Control uses sensors in the steering system and at each wheel to compare where you want to go with where the car is heading. If a difference between the two is detected, Electronic Stability Control slows the appropriate wheel to redirect the car and help keep you on course.

Technology

Tech that doesn't look tacked on.

Once upon a time, compact cars were something to be endured. They helped people develop important coping skills. Elantra makes those ideas, old ideas. Technology has the power to make everything easier. Elantra proves that point with a long list of features that enhance the vehicle's design and make driving fun again.

Real-time content via satellite

Stay entertained and informed mile after mile. Elantra offers XM® Satellite Radio with NavTraffic®, NavWeather®, XM Sports® and XM Stocks®.

7-inch touchscreen

Elantra's 7-inch touchscreen navigation system with rearview camera gives you a superior view behind the vehicle, and access to information and entertainment. And the screen measures a full 7 inches diagonally-you can't get a larger screen in this class. The system also features a picture slideshow function.

Proximity key entry with push button start

When you?re carrying its high-tech key, Elantra will recognize you and unlock the vehicle. And once in the driver seat, your touch is all that is required to start the engine.

Hands-free calling

The Bluetooth® hands-free phone system with voice recognition makes staying in touch with the rest of the world easier and the journey itself more entertaining. Your audio options include listening to digital music files via Bluetooth® streaming audio, compact discs, personal listening devices or even streaming music from select mobile phones.

Officially the Hyundai Veloster will make it's debut at the Detroit Auto Show On 01/10/11. We will have to wait to see how close the vehicle is to the concept pictured below. Click the picture below to sign up for official updates directly from Hyundai.

Accordining to Hyundai's website the Veloster is:

Veloster: affordable performance

The Veloster concept takes the proportions of the classic coupe and modernizes it for first-time, twenty something, Generation-Y buyers.

The Veloster?s high roof and tail evoke the more squared off ?shooting brake? rear silhouette of classic GT cars, increasing room for rear passengers and cargo. And yet its short overhangs and wheels-at-each-corner stance suggest that the car has been designed as much for hauling around corners as hauling your friends or belongings.

The 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid will be arriving early this year. Click the picture below to be among the first to recieve news directly from Hyundai on this exciting new vehicle.

SONATA HYBRID: Better technology makes for a better planet.

Hyundai continues their commitment to being the most fuel-efficient automaker on the planet with the first ever hybrid from Hyundai.

This all-new hybrid has all the style and premiums you expect in a Sonata, along with a projected 37city/39 highway MPG. And unlike other hybrids on the market,it uses a breakthrough lithium polymer battery pack, which runs cooler, lighter and is shapeable for optimum packaging.

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