"Driven by products like these, Hyundai is growing rapidly. In fact, on a global basis, we've already surpassed Honda and Nissan in
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| The upcoming all-new 2006 Sonata, with its enhanced performance and superb interior quality will put further pressure on its Toyota Camry rival. (Photo: Hyundai Auto Canada) |
Yes, Toyota had better keep an eye on Hyundai here at home and abroad. The South Korean automaker won't catch up to the Japanese giant's global dominance for quite some time, or maybe never, but Hyundai will be a constant thorn in Toyota's side as it vies for many of the same customers by offering top-tier reliability, attractive styling, and with the addition of its upcoming all-new 2006 Sonata, enhanced performance and superb interior quality. The brand's low prices and better than average warranty won't hurt its prospects either.