A stigma still clouds the Hyundai name, and that’s unfortunate because it prevents countless shoppers from visiting their local dealer and discovering outstanding products such as the Veracruz. In a bold marketing move, Hyundai positioned its brand-new Veracruz against the Lexus RX400, and by many accounts the vote went to Hyundai. Years of trial and error have culminated in one of the best crossovers we’ve ever driven, as the Veracruz offers an incredibly quiet and smooth ride, top-notch materials and features, an energetic powertrain, upscale styling, genuine comfort for up to three rows of passengers, and value tied to its $26,900 base price.