If you’re looking to add some style and versatility to your daily drives, but need something with smaller space requirements, the Hyundai Kona is a perfect fit. With its sleek design, spacious interior, and available turbocharged engine, Kona is a breath of fresh air in a segment that has gotten a bit stale. It offers flexible accommodations for passengers and cargo, plus tons of standard and available features. And with its convenient compact dimensions, it’s ideal for navigating Arlington, VA’s busy streets.

Though still a relatively new model, Kona is shaking up the industry, which means it’s bound to draw comparisons to established nameplates like the Kia Sportage. While the Sportage is a slightly larger model, that could be a detriment to Alexandria VA drivers who need something more maneuverable. And when you compare these two models head-to-head, Kona emerges victorious in several essential areas.

Want to learn more about how these compact crossovers match up? Check out our Hyundai Kona vs. Kia Sportage comparison page. Here are a few highlights:

• Despite a smaller exterior, Kona makes better use of its interior space, offering more front headroom than Sportage.
• Sportage is in a larger class than Kona and has a stronger engine to match. However, when comparing available turbocharged engines, Kona’s acceleration keeps pace, thanks to its lighter curb weight.
• Kona is also much more efficient than Sportage. With its standard engine, Kona achieves EPA-estimated fuel-economy ratings of 27 mpg city, 33 mpg highway, and 30 mpg combined. And even with the available turbocharged engine, the numbers don’t change much (EPA-estimated 28/32/30). Conversely, the Sportage engine achieves EPA-estimated ratings of 23/30/26 with the standard engine, and 20/28/23 with the turbo.

Test Drive the New Hyundai Kona in Gaithersburg

For more information about the new Hyundai Kona and available finance offers, get in touch with Fitzgerald’s Gaithersburg Hyundai. And if you’re ready to get behind the wheel and experience it for yourself, we welcome you to visit us for a test drive. We’d be happy to give you a tour.

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These days, we buy more and more of the things we use online. Groceries, clothes, pet food, and more, can all be purchased and delivered to your door while you shop from the time and place of your choosing. At Fitzgerald’s Gaithersburg Hyundai, we don’t see why shopping for a new car or SUV shouldn’t be as easy.

If you’re more comfortable shopping online these days, from the security and safety of home, we make it easy. We offer a number of tools on our website that help you research, secure, finance, and take home the perfect Hyundai model for your Washington DC area drives.

Get started with your online vehicle purchase by browsing our inventory and research pages. We have an extensive collection of models and sizes available to please everyone in the greater Alexandria, VA area. We supply in-depth details on the various vehicles we have available, as well as comprehensive pictures of each and every model, to help you select the best one for your needs.

Using our buy online tools, you can also trade in your older vehicle to use the money towards your new purchase, apply for financing, and personalize your payments and deals. From low-money down lease deals on brand-new models, to purchase agreements and loan details, you can hammer out the details on the payment plan that works for you online and from home.

Best of all, our team is here to help every step of the way. Take advantage of each of our high-tech, cutting edge tools online, and reach out to our team online, on the phone, or in person if you have any questions and need assistance.

Our online retailing tools are easy to use, confidential, and secure, and we look forward to helping you navigate them and get the best vehicle possible in the greater Arlington, VA and Baltimore area.

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At Fitzgerald’s Gaithersburg Hyundai, we think very highly of our extensive collection of brand-new Hyundai models, including the new Hyundai Elantra. But we also know that there are other similarly sized sedans competing for your attention, and we want to help you make the best decision for your Baltimore area commute.

To illustrate what sets our small sedan apart from the competition, we’ve done a side-by-side comparison, pitting our Elantra against two other popular models from Toyota and Honda. If you’re ready to dive into your shopping adventure for a new sedan, here are three ways we’ve found that set our car apart:

1. Efficiency and range. Go further between fill ups with the new Hyundai Elantra. It has a better fuel range and EPA rating than both the Honda Civic and the Toyota Corolla. The base engine for the Elantra averages 35 mpg combined, while both competing models get around 33 mpg. The Elantra also averages 574 miles on the highway per fill up, while the Civic gets 471 miles and the Corolla 502.
2. Warranty. Hyundai’s manufacturer warranty for new vehicles is untouchable, and neither Honda nor Toyota come close. The Elantra is backed for 10 years or 100,000 miles, while both the Civic and the Corolla get a 5-year or 60,000-mile warranty.
3. Passenger space. The Elantra will be more comfortable for you , and your passengers in Alexandria, VA and Arlington, VA. It has more headroom in both the front and backseats than either the Civic or the Corolla.

Learn more about the Hyundai Elantra and the ways it compares to the sedan competition. Browse our inventory online to get started and reach out to our expert sales team in Gaithersburg, near Washington DC, for more information and answers to your questions.

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The new Hyundai Elantra is here and ready for you at Fitzgerald’s Gaithersburg Hyundai. We invite all shoppers to learn more about how this new sedan performs against its top competition in Gaithersburg, MD. The new Hyundai Elantra is well-known for its fuel economy, performance, and style. However, it always helps to provide context for specs and figures the average car shoppers might not be familiar with when researching. Check out how the Hyundai Elantra stacks up against the Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic, then visit us at Fitzgerald’s Gaithersburg Hyundai. You can find us on N Frederick Ave in Gaithersburg and less than 40 minutes outside of Arlington, VA.

Hyundai Elantra vs Honda Civic

The Hyundai Elantra takes on the Honda Civic expertly when it comes to interior space and performance. While the Civic might offer slightly more cargo space, the Elantra more than makes up for it in the headroom, giving all passengers room to breathe as you drive through Baltimore. The Elantra also provides a few more standard features that customers have to upgrade to enjoy on the Honda Civic.

Hyundai Elantra vs Toyota Corolla

The Toyota brand has a reputation for fuel economy and safety, so one might find it hard to compare the Corolla sedan to the Elantra. However, the Elantra surpasses this Toyota sedan when it comes to highway miles per gallon. The Elantra also exceeds the Corolla in terms of cargo space. When you’re taking a road trip to Washington DC, the Hyundai Elantra is the sedan you want!

Test Drive the New Hyundai Elantra Today

We invite shoppers throughout the area to check out the new Hyundai Elantra here at Fitzgerald’s Gaithersburg Hyundai. Check out our new inventory, schedule a test drive and visit us here in Gaithersburg, MD to learn more. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Over the years, Hyundai has perfected their SUVs. That is why both the Santa Fe and the Palisade are so popular with those living in the Baltimore area. Need room for five? The Santa Fe is perfect. Family a little bigger? The Palisade can seat up to eight. The team at Fitzgerald’s Lakeforest Hyundai is excited to tell you more about them both.

Santa Fe

There are three different versions of the Santa Fe to consider. Known as the SE, SEL, and Limited, they are all powered by the same 2.4L four-cylinder engine. It produces 185 horsepower along with 178 pound to feet of torque. Optional on the Limited trim only is also a turbocharged 2.0L that makes 235 horsepower and 260 pound to feet of torque.

All models of the Santa Fe are full of the features you’ll love. Standard across the board are features like:

• Android Auto
• Apple CarPlay
• Reclining rear seats
• Adaptive cruise control
• Automatic high beams
• Automatic emergency braking
• Noise-reducing windshield glass

Palisade

Larger families in Arlington, VA will find that the Palisade is a great fit. It seats up to seven or eight, depending on whether or not you opt for the second-row captain’s chairs. Since it is a larger vehicle, Hyundai has equipped it with a more powerful 3.8L V6 that generates 291 horsepower and 262 pound to feet of torque.

Like the Santa Fe, the Palisade has great features for your daily life. No matter which trim level you choose, you’ll get:

• An 8-inch touchscreen
• Android Auto
• Apple CarPlay
• Push-button ignition
• Adaptive cruise control
• Rear parking sensors
• Heated side mirrors

We invite you to visit us to test drive both the Santa Fe and Palisade today. Our team here is ready to help you find the perfect SUV for your lifestyle in Washington DC and Alexandria, VA!

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The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded small crossover vehicle with the features drivers in the Arlington, VA area are after. Its athletic handling makes it a joy to drive, and its comfortable cabin will keep the whole family smiling. Plus, you have six different trim levels to consider when picking out the ideal Tucson for you. Visit Fitzgerald’s Gaithersburg Hyundai to check out the new Hyundai Tucson SUV and see what it has to offer!

Performance

Two different engine options are out there in 2020. For the SE and Value models, you will get a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine generating 161-horsepower with 150 pound-feet of torque. The remaining four trim levels get a 2.4-horsepower four-cylinder that has the Tucson, which generates 181-horsepower and 175 pound-feet. Front-wheel drive is standard, and HTRAC® all-wheel-drive is an option.

Safety

The team at Fitzgerald’s Gaithersburg Hyundai loves the driver aids found on the Tucson. All models have Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), automatic headlights, and Forward Collision Warning (FCW) with Automatic Emergency Braking. Going up to the Value trim level or higher means you will also get a Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) featuring Rear Cross-Traffic Warning (RCCW).

Technology

High-tech features can do more than keep you safe on the streets in Washington DC. Standard tech for all models includes a seven-inch touchscreen. Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay®, included on all models, makes it easy to integrate your compatible smartphone with the Tucson. The Ultimate trim takes things to the next level with an eight-inch touchscreen and integrated navigation.

Prefer to go with more luxury? The Ultimate trim has more than just extra safety and tech features to offer. It also has things like heated rear seats, heated and ventilated front seats, and a panoramic sunroof. The already great driver information display revives a bit of an upgrade, while rain-sensing windshield wipers also come standard.

Test Drive the Hyundai Tucson Today

Shoppers can find a new Hyundai Tucson available for purchase or lease at Fitzgerald’s Gaithersburg Hyundai, located less than a 45-minute drive outside of Alexandria. Schedule a test drive and visit us today!

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With proper care, there is no reason why your Hyundai cannot last for well over a decade, providing you and your family with many years of reliable transportation. Having the vehicle serviced from time to time keeps the parts and components in prime working condition; this is why you will want to take advantage of the work that the certified Hyundai technicians perform at Fitzgerald’s Gaithersburg Hyundai. You will find our Hyundai service center on-site at our Gaithersburg, MD dealership and less than 40 minutes outside of Washington DC.

Service Special Make Maintenance Even More Affordable

We know that you are on a budget, so Fitzgerald’s Gaithersburg Hyundai is pleased to offer regular service specials that Hyundai owners can take advantage of, whether you live in nearby Gaithersburg or out in Alexandria, VA. We also offer great discounts on repairs and certified Hyundai parts from time to time. You will want to check with us when you need a repair and see what specials we currently have available.

Check Out Available Specials for Routine Maintenance

Fitzgerald’s Gaithersburg Hyundai often has a special running for the major service appointments that come due for every Hyundai. It is important that Arlington, VA customers schedule these service calls in advance so that you do not forget. While your vehicle might be performing great for you right now, it is still important to do regular maintenance to keep it that here. Here are some guidelines that you should follow when taking care of your Hyundai:

• Have the oil changed with each major service performed
• The engine air and cabin air filters should be completely replaced every time you drive 12,000 miles
• Have a technician rotate and align your tires about every 6,000 miles
• Make sure you have the battery tested with each service visit as well

Contact Fitzgerald’s Gaithersburg Hyundai today to schedule the next service for your Hyundai and to take advantage of our current service coupons in Gaithersburg, MD. You will find us less than a 50-minute drive outside Baltimore, MD. See you soon!

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April is National Car Care Month, and it’s a great time to make sure your car is ready for spring and summer driving. People in Gaithersburg, VA who plan on travelling for summer vacation will want to prepare their vehicle for the heat and rain to come. Fitzgerald’s Gaithersburg Hyundai has well-trained mechanics in our service center who are very knowledgeable about Hyundai vehicles. We do quick work, too, so that Baltimore drivers can get back on the road in no time!

Summer is close at hand, and soon we’ll have searing heat and heavy thunderstorms. Don’t get caught unprepared – have your car serviced at Fitzgerald’s Gaithersburg Hyundai. Our certified technicians have a lot of experience with Hyundai vehicles and we know their specific needs. We also use genuine Hyundai parts to get the best results possible for our Arlington customers.

One of the most critical concerns of spring and summer driving is the effect that heat can have on your engine. People in Alexandria, VA will want to bring their vehicle in to Gaithersburg Hyundai to make sure their oil and coolant levels are correct. Its also important to have good tread on your tires, so they won’t hydroplane on rain-soaked roads. Gaithersburg Hyundai has a full line of tires that will fit perfectly on your Hyundai car or SUV. Other amenities our service center can help you with include:

• Inspections
• Battery checks and replacements
• Air filter replacements
• Brake service
• Transmission repairs
• Electrical system fixes
• Spark plug replacements

With heavy spring rains, you need new wiper blades to have a clear, safe, view of the road. Drivers in Washington DC will also want to make sure their air conditioner is working properly to keep cool in the summer heat.

These are just some of the precautions you’ll want to take to ensure safe, comfortable driving this spring and summer. Since people in Gaithersburg have a lot going on, we make it quick and simple to set a service appointment with us using our online Schedule Service form. April is National Car Care Month. Contact Gaithersburg Hyundai today to get your car ready for the summer weather.

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There are many benefits to buying a new Hyundai near Arlington, VA, but one recent change that makes that decision even more attractive is the free maintenance that Hyundai added. Our Hyundai dealership and the Hyundai service center on our lot now provides complimentary maintenance on all factory-scheduled maintenance for your new Hyundai model. This program lasts for three years or 36,000 miles after your purchase, and it includes all sorts of care that your vehicle needs to keep running as it should. Read more about the Hyundai Complimentary Maintenance details below!

How to Get Hyundai Complimentary Maintenance Near Baltimore

Hyundai has grown in popularity as an automaker because of the reliability of their models, but even these new Hyundai cars and SUVs near Alexandria, VA need regular maintenance to ensure that their parts hold up and that you can drive anywhere with confidence. The free vehicle maintenance at our service center is just another benefit to buying a new Hyundai, and it started at the beginning of February for all 2020 Hyundai models. For the first three years or 36,000 miles of owning your 2020 Hyundai, you can enjoy complimentary repairs like:

• Engine oil refills with Hyundai Recommended Oil
• Engine oil filter replacements with Hyundai Genuine Oil Filters
• Multi-point inspections
• Tire rotations

Visit Our Auto Service Center Near Washington, DC!

Our Hyundai service center has made keeping up with vehicle maintenance schedules easier for all drivers, and this complimentary maintenance program is just the newest benefit to shopping with us. Our technicians are thorough yet quick so that you feel confident in the quality of your model while not having to go long without it. Of course, if you have questions about Hyundai Complimentary maintenance specifics, your Hyundai model maintenance schedule, or any other item to do with Hyundai models, reach out to our dealership today!

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Are you shopping for a new compact SUVin Gaithersburg, MD? If so, the 2020 Hyundai Tucson at Fitzgerald’s Gaithersburg Hyundai is an excellent choice. It is available in a numerous trim levels: SE, Value, SEL, Sport, Limited, and Ultimate. You also get a variety of standard and available features with this model.

There are two engines that are available with the Hyundai Tucson. The SE and Value trims come with a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that offers 161 horsepower and 150 pound-feet of torque. The remaining trims are equipped with a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine that generates up to 181 horsepower and 175 pound-feet of torque. The engines work with a six-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC that gives you remarkably smooth shifting. Front-Wheel Drive is standard on all trims, and All-Wheel Drive as an optional feature.

This SUV offers ample space for a comfortable ride, and with up to 61.9 cubic feet of cargo volume, it’s easy to transport a wide range of items. Heated front seats are standard with every trim except the SE, and ventilated seats are standard with the Ultimate. This SUV also features an available panoramic sunroof that offers fresh air and natural light.

Its redesigned exterior has a bold and dynamic look with a sleek aerodynamic spoiler and chrome hexagonal grille. Not only is the exterior of this vehicle stylish, it’s also functional. The available LED headlights help enhance your visibility with an illuminating view of the road ahead, and LED Daytime Running Lights are also available with the Hyundai Tucson. To make life easier, the hands-free smart liftgate will automatically open when it senses the Proximity Key.

The available eight-inch multimedia navigation system lets you access maps, messages, and other features with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and it has a rearview camera that guides you when you’re backing up. There’s also an available Wireless Charging Pad that makes charging your mobile device less of a hassle. The available Infinity Premium Audio System with Clari-Fi technology offers crisp sound quality with eight speakers. The Hyundai Tucson also comes with a complimentary trial to Blue Link, which gives you remote access to the vehicle, maintenance scheduling, and more.

If you would like to learn more about the Hyundai Tucson, we invite you to visit us at Fitzgerald’s Gaithersburg Hyundai, located in Gaithersburg, MD.

We proudly serve drivers in Baltimore, Arlington, VA; Alexandria, VA; and Washington, DC.

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