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Whenever it's time to find your next SUV – whether it's for safe family driving or for versatility and all kinds of adventures – our Rockville, MD Hyundai dealership is a great spot to start your search. Obviously Hyundai has plenty of new SUVs worth your consideration, but it's with our lineup of used SUVs available for drivers from Baltimore, MD and Washington D.C. where you can really find some great deals. See if there's a match in that lineup, then discover our easy shopping experience we provide by visiting Fitzgerald Hyundai Rockville today. If you ask us here, of course we'll say the best pre-owned SUVs come from Hyundai. We typically feature several Santa Fe, Tucson and Palisade editions in our certified pre-owned Hyundai lineup here near Arlington and Alexandria, VA. These SUVs will be like-new, low-mileage editions that have to pass rigorous inspection tests in order to earn certification. From there, you'll have more confidence shopping through our certified lineup thanks to the extended warranty coverage we include and free vehicle history reports. Of course for any kind of budget you're shopping with and for your specific needs and tastes in your next SUV, you'll find plenty of options from other popular brands. These days, SUVs come in a variety of sizes and styles, so for daily D.C. and Baltimore area commuting, a smaller, efficient crossover is a great way to add versatility for all your travels. Meanwhile midsized or full-sized, three-row SUVs work well if your family has grown in recent years and you need more seating for up to eight or nine passengers, all with plenty of room for all kinds of cargo. From there, consider options for all-wheel drive, 4x4 capabilities, towing setups and other features and equipment you want with your next SUV. Find the perfect used SUV here at Fitzgerald Hyundai today and come over to get going on a test drive.

The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is Coming Soon to Rockville Love Hyundai SUVs but looking to get behind the wheel of a smooth and efficient electric vehicle? Fitzgerald Hyundai in Rockville has exciting new for you, then. An all-new, groundbreaking Hyundai SUV that's powered solely by electricity is headed our way soon, and we're excited to help you get to know it better. The upcoming, 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is the first ever midsized electric SUV from our favorite carmaker, and it promises to be exhilarating, stunning, and powerful. Ideal for city commutes from Baltimore to Washington DC, the new Ioniq 5 has the choice of either rear-wheel or all-wheel drive, and it's expected to get a driving range of around 300 miles on a fully charged motor. It also delivers around 225 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque from the rear-wheel drive version, and up to 320 horsepower with 446 pound-feet of torque for AWD models. At around 182 inches in overall length, the Ioniq 5 promises to be a comfortable, spacious SUV that seats five people in two rows and has ample rear storage space for all your cargo. Plus, best of all, the new Ioniq 5 is a Hyundai model, which means it comes with all the world-renowned style, quality, and reliability inherent in the well-known brand name, and it comes backed by one of the best manufacturer warranties available today. As exciting as the news about the upcoming Ioniq 5 is for people in the greater Alexandria, VA and Arlington, VA area, we will have to wait a bit longer for its official arrival date here at our Rockville Pike dealership. We expect it to arrive in stock and be available for your test drive before the year is over, and we recommend checking back often or contacting our sales team for the latest information and most up-to-date details.

You might not want to think about it, but winter is on its way. Here in the Washington DC area and surrounding places like Alexandria, Arlington and up to Baltimore are going to want to be prepared, especially for winter driving. At Fitzgerald Hyundai in Rockville, our service team can make sure that everything is squared away with your vehicle and provide winter maintenance and car prep for you. There's a number of things you can do to get your vehicle ready for winter, and a lot of it is routine services. The first thing is to check your heating system so you know that it works properly and will warm you up on those cold days when you get in your vehicle and begin your commute or head out to enjoy the winter lights and more. Another thing to make sure you have done is getting your fluids topped off, as you want the right levels to ensure they don't freeze and possibly cause some other issues. We also advise getting your tires checked for the right inflation levels, as colder air can reduce air pressure, plus having tires rotated as well if it's been a while since the last time you had that done. We also can install snow tires if you use them. The same goes for oil and filter changes, and any basic service you need done. You should also make sure you have new wiper blades as the right set of blades can help clear off snow and wet winter weather so you can see easier as well. There's all types of services we can handle here in addition to keeping you prepped for winter. We can also offer advise such as having a winter-weather ready kit with you including a flashlight, blankets, shovel and first aid in the vehicle just in case you need it. You can schedule service online with us and find an appointment that works for you so we can begin helping your Hyundai get prepared for winter.

At Fitzgerald Hyundai, the Palisade is popular for lots in the Baltimore and Washington DC area. It offers a lot of size and premium amenities for drivers and the 2022 edition is making its way to our dealership in Rockville. We want you to learn more about it and come see why it's a vehicle worth checking out to fulfill your SUV needs. New for the 2022 model year is standard blind-spot monitoring on every vehicle. You're also going to find that the Palisade Calligraphy now offers front-wheel drive instead of just being an all-wheel drive only vehicle. There are four different trims available. The 2022 Hyundai Palisade SE provides an abundance of standard features like forward collision-avoidance assist, while you climb up the trim chart and find the SEL adds to it with seven or eight passenger options, while the Limited offers captain's chairs, and Calligraphy adds quilted leather seating among many other options. The standout looks and space onboard lets you and your passengers ride in comfort, while you get touch display options with an eight- or 10.3-inch choice, as well as connectivity to your smartphone, and integration with the likes of Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa. The Palisade has plenty of modern driver assistance features from automatic emergency braking to adaptive cruise control and head-up display. The new Palisade available to those in Arlington and Alexandria also is powered by a 291-horsepower engine with available all-wheel drive and 22 miles per gallon combined. We're here to provide you with the chance to take a test drive in the new Hyundai Palisade at the dealership. Contact us to learn more and we'd be happy to begin the process with you today.

In the Washington DC area, it's important for many drivers who have commutes along the beltway and the I-95 corridor to have an efficient vehicle. Here at Fitzgerald Hyundai in Rockville, we have you covered with standout vehicles. This includes the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq available to order at the dealership as you'll find hybrid power and lots of style and amenities. The 2022 Ioniq has always been a standout for those who want a hybrid or plug-in hybrid that drives like a regular car, while giving you high levels of driving rand, with conventional appeal. It's also more efficient than leading hybrids like the Prius' standard edition as it offers 59 mpg combined as well as 29-miles of all-electric driving range. The vehicle has responsive steering, and provides a composed ride on highways and city or suburban roads, making it a comfortable drive as well. You also will find steering wheel paddles to modulate the level of regenerative braking to make sure you're able to be as efficient as possible. Inside, the new 2022 Ioniq seats five, and has a number of different sustainably sourced features inside to make up the cabin. There's also generous trunk space, and lots of onboard entertainment. This includes an eight-inch touch display along with Android Auto™, and USB ports and lots of safety too. That includes standard lane departure warning, forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking as well as available blind spot monitoring. Not only that you will find Hyundai's 10-year/100,00-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty, plus a new vehicle warranty of five years of 36,000 miles and complimentary maintenance for three-years/36,000 miles. To get started and reserve your 2022 edition of the Ioniq come by and see us today in Rockville serving Arlington, Alexandria, Baltimore and Washington DC.

The Hyundai Tucson is all-new for 2022! Not only does it sport a sexy new look, but it's also roomier, more upscale, and filled with more helpful tech features than ever. The new Tucson comes standard with wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, and it's for sale now at Fitzgerald Hyundai in Rockville, MD. Performance You'll love the serene, relaxed ride you get with the 2022 Hyundai Tucson. Its accurate steering minimizes body roll around turns, while its well-designed suspension absorbs bumps and dips for composed handling on pavement. Baltimore drivers who want to cut fuel costs will appreciate that the Tucson gets 26 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway when properly equipped. Front-wheel drive comes standard, but all-wheel drive is available for better traction on slippery streets in Arlington, VA. Interior Slide inside the 2022 Hyundai Tucson and you'll be impressed with its sleek, modern cockpit. The center console is now mostly composed of a glossy black panel that also houses the multimedia screen. A stylish, a push-button shifter saves space while simplifying the gear changing process. People in Alexandria, VA who pack a lot of suitcases or shopping bags in their SUV will like that the Tucson has one of the largest cargo capacities in its class. There's 38.7 cubic feet of space behind the rear seats and 74.8 cubic feet of room with the back seats folded. Tech Features The 2022 Hyundai Tucson has a user-friendly infotainment system that's a breeze to operate while driving. Its sharp graphics, intuitive menus, and responsive display help you get the most from the music and apps on your cell phone. Washington, DC drivers will appreciate the Tucson's new Multi-Air Mode technology that literally makes climate control a breeze by softening the airflow. Other standard tech features in the new Tucson include: An 8-inch touch screen Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity Forward collision warning Test Drive the 2022 Hyundai Tucson at Fitzgerald Hyundai The 2022 Hyundai Tucson has a bold new look, a more spacious interior, and improved technology. Rockville drivers can choose from a wide array of Tucson trims at Fitzgerald Hyundai. Come see us and test drive one today.

The new Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is a stylish sedan that delivers efficient performance. Utilizing a sleeker design, when compared to previous model years of the Hyundai Sonata, the new Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is beautiful. There are three hybrid models in the new Hyundai Sonata lineup in Rockville; the Sonata Blue Hybrid, the Sonata SEL Hybrid, and the Sonata Limited Hybrid. Performance The new Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and an electric motor. Combined, the powertrain of the Sonata Hybrid produces 192 horsepower and 151 pound-feet of torque. Power gets connected to the front-wheel-drive drivetrain of the new Sonata Hybrid through a six-speed automatic transmission. This is the sedan that gives Arlington, VA, an efficient and smooth commute. Interior and Comfort Five Baltimore riders can fit comfortably inside of the cabin of the new Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The Sonata Hybrid offers up to 16 cubic feet of cargo space and nearly 105 cubic feet of passenger volume. The interior of the Sonata Hybrid comes lined with a variety of high-quality materials and durable upholstery. Technology The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is equipped with many great technologies to get you around Washington DC. The roof of the Sonata Hybrid can be equipped with solar panels, allowing the model to recharge its battery pack as it sits in the sun. The available solar roof panels can increase the driving range of the Sonata Hybrid daily. An eight-inch touchscreen display provides access to the infotainment system of the new Sonata Hybrid. A 10.25-inch touchscreen display is also available for the sedan’s infotainment system. There is also a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster that is available for this new Hyundai hybrid sedan. Safety The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid will keep you and your passengers safe in a variety of ways around Alexandria, VA. Forward-collision warning and lane-departure warning are both standard alert features for drivers in the Sonata Hybrid. Automated emergency braking and lane-keeping assist both assist drivers as well.

Have you thought about leasing a new Hyundai? Do you know the benefits of signing a lease? The professionals at Fitzgerald Hyundai Rockville want to tell you all about the leasing lifestyle and why it's perfect for you. There are sedans and SUVs inside our state-of-the-art Hyundai showroom. By shopping with us, you may end up with an exciting lease special on the Hyundai Sonata or another 2021 model. You'll find your local Hyundai dealer in Rockville, MD. Why Lease a New Hyundai Near Baltimore Are you not ready for Hyundai ownership? Do you want to do a trial run for a few years? Signing a lease gives you that opportunity. For the next 36 months, you can drive around Washington DC in a brand-new Hyundai Santa Fe. By choosing to lease over financing, you're getting a lower down payment and monthly payments. You'll have a warranty that covers any unexpected repair costs. When your lease ends, you'll have a quick return policy at the dealership - no trade-in process. Getting a lease deal will increase savings on your new Hyundai Elantra near Arlington, VA. If you have any questions about lease incentives, chat with the Fitzgerald Hyundai Rockville team. We'll explain the fine print on any lease special you find on one of the 2021 Hyundai models. Before coming to Rockville from Alexandria, VA, you can jumpstart your Hyundai leasing process. Submit your finance application, and we'll contact you to set up a time for you to visit 11411 Rockville Pike. Leasing a new Hyundai Palisade is the best way to experience this three-row SUV without buying it. You'll spend less per month and get to savor groundbreaking performance and next-level design and technology. Fitzgerald Hyundai Rockville has a menu of incentives, including lease deals. Contact us if you're enthusiastic about becoming a Hyundai lessee in the Baltimore or Washington DC areas. We'll help you maximize your Hyundai lease savings here in Rockville.

If you are looking for a small sedan that will enhance all of your daily drives around Baltimore, the 2021 Hyundai Elantra will come in handy. With its space, comfort features, and technology features, it is one vehicle you should check out. How Much Space is in the Vehicle? There is enough room in the Hyundai Elantra for you to take four of your friends on trips around Alexandria with enough room for everyone to stretch out. The second row makes sure that no one is squished up against each other. They will have room for their bodies and any cargo that they bring or buy. This sedan has plenty of space in the trunk for you to store anything you bought during shopping trips in Arlington. The 14.2 cubic feet of space is perfect for suitcases, groceries, or dorm essentials. What are Some of the Interior Features? The front seats are height-adjustable, so you can see over the steering wheel for the best visibility. Our winters can get brutal! No wants to get out of a warm bed and into a vehicle that has been sitting outside or in the garage all night getting cold. Stay warm with the available heated front seats that give you that slept-in bed feel. But in the summer, when all you want is to be outside and thawing out from the snow and cold, the available sunroof makes you one with nature from inside the vehicle. What are the Modern Technology Features? Do not worry about driving around Washington DC in complete silence. The standard 8-inch touchscreen has a satellite radio to listen to your favorite morning talk show. However, you can connect your smartphone to the touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration for even more fun. With this feature, you can access your apps, music, and contacts through the touchscreen. Hear the music and navigational direction clear with the four-speaker audio system. The dual USB ports will keep your phones charged or upgrade to add the wireless smartphone charging pad in the front. The Hyundai Digital Key lets you use your smartphone as a connection to the sedan. It will lock, unlock, or find it in a busy parking lot. Test Drive a 2021 Hyundai Elantra as Soon as Possible! Come in today to learn about the 2021 Hyundai Elantra, take a test drive, and talk to our finance department. Anyone at Fitzgerald Hyundai in Rockville is here to help walk you through the purchasing process.

Alternative fuel vehicles are a great way to reduce your carbon footprint while driving around Washington DC. The Hyundai Ioniq comes in three different versions, the hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric. Check out which one will work best for you. Where Does Each Version Get Their Power? The Hyundai Ioniq hybrid gets its power from a 1.6L four-cylinder engine combined with a hybrid system that puts out 139 horsepower. The Hyundai Ioniq plug-in hybrid also gets its power from a 1.6L four-cylinder engine combined with an electric motor. This system is paired to a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The Hyundai Ioniq electric vehicle gets its power from a 100-kW electric motor and 38.3-kWh battery pack that puts out 134 horsepower and 218 pound-feet of torque. Both the hybrid and the plug-in hybrid use the battery until it runs out and switches over to gas. The electric version relies only on battery power. No matter which version you get, the engines will have enough power to get you all around Baltimore. What are the Advanced Safety Features? We know you need to feel safe in the vehicle you drive around Arlington. All of the 2021 Hyundai Ioniq versions come equipped with many standard and available advanced safety features that will lessen your chance of getting into a car accident. Some of these advanced safety features include: Lane keeping assist Forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic collision warning Driver attention warning Adaptive cruise control Test Drive a 2021 Hyundai Ioniq Today! If you are interested in learning about any of these 2021 Hyundai Ioniq versions, want to take a test drive, or have any questions about owning an alternative fuel vehicle, visit us today! Just a 40-minute drive from Alexandria, anyone at Fitzgerald Hyundai in Rockville is here to help you drive away in the Hyundai of your dreams.

If you are looking for a new sedan to drive your family around Washington DC in, look no further than the 2021 Hyundai Sonata. With its features and space, this vehicle brings fun and convenience to the family-oriented vehicle. What is the Interior Like? The Hyundai Sonata has plenty of space for your groceries or luggage, with 16 cubic feet of cargo in the trunk area. However, if you have more, the 60/40-split folding rear seats allow for larger furniture. The sedan fits up to five passengers with plenty of space for them to stretch out on trips around Baltimore. There is 46.1 inches of legroom in the front and 34.8 inches of legroom in the second row. Your rear passengers will not be cramped with 54.4 inches of hip room and 56.1 inches of shoulder room. The interior features add even more convenience and comfort to your drives. For a stylish look, you have the option between black and grey interior colors. The standard premium cloth seats can be upgraded to leatherette seats. However, the cloth seats are comfy on drives around Alexandria. Find the perfect height and distance from the steering wheel or recline with the six-way power-adjustable setting on the driver's seat. Northeastern winters are bitter, but the heated front seats starting on the SEL trim level will keep you warm and cozy. But once the snow goes away and it is summer, the ventilated seats on the Limited trim will keep you cool. The ambient interior lighting enhances night drives. What are the Modern Technology Features? The technology on the 2021 Hyundai Sonata brings plenty of entertainment to your daily commute in Arlington. The 8-inch touchscreen on the dashboard has different apps for music, weather, and navigation. However, for more fun, connect your smartphone to the dashboard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. This feature allows you to play the music and podcasts that are on your phone. The six-speaker sound system enriches the music. Blue Link connectivity and remote services will enable you to get information about your sedan and start it from your smartphone. Test Drive a 2021 Hyundai Sonata Today! If you would like to learn more about our 2021 Hyundai Sonata inventory or take a test drive, visit us today! Anyone at Fitzgerald Hyundai in Rockville is here to help you drive away in the Hyundai of your dreams.

Hyundai now offers an all-new Tucson, bringing hybrid capabilities to the new lineup. From its new design to cabin tech, the car brings excellent functionality features to your daily driving. Check our review below for more insights about the 2022 Tucson. The 2022 Tucson Exterior Design The 2022 Hyundai Tucson gets a new interior design, offering a bold and sleek attitude for a modern SUV. Its body lines are well in shape and echo the brands' excellent inventories. The new Tucson gets parametric dynamics for a unique design, bringing an impressive body stance to your garage in Baltimore. In addition, LED projector lights introduce you to the streets on the front ends, emitting intense light for maximum visibility. The New Tucson Hyundai Interior It doesn't matter what position you sit in the new Hyundai Tucson. The seats are all comfortable and adjustable, and the ample tech instilled gives you fantastic Arlington, VA drives with maximum connectivity. Having space at the front row comes with additional comfort features, especially with the available heated seats for cold weather. When it comes to cargo carriage, Tucson carries more luggage than most rival models can take. This is in addition to various storage compartments in the entire cabin. A relaxed environment makes the car your all-time choice for Alexandria, VA tours, primarily due to the available ambient lighting with a palette wheel. Additionally, the system is creatively fitted in the entire cabin and allows you to choose between the available 64 colors. The 2022 Tucson Performance The new 2022 Tucson gives you multiple choices for your power boundaries. Notably, there are three powertrain choices on the car's lineup. Efficiency comes with a GDL 2.5L engine that delivers a horsepower of 187. For more mile coverages, shoppers can pick the turbocharged hybrid 1.6l powertrain, which combines the system with a 44.2 electric motor and an efficient lithium-ion battery. This system gets a total input of 227 horsepower. Additionally, Hyundai adds a turbocharged 1.6l plug-in-hybrid, which uses a 13.8 kWh battery and a 66.9 kW electric motor. For the new model lineup, you also get an all-wheel driving system, which brings along a multi-terrain control system for various modes. For example, it allows you to choose between the available Sand mode, Snow mode, and the Mud mode for effortless adventures near Washington, DC.