How long is your commute to work? Between your drive, additional errands, and rush hour traffic, most of us are spending a good chunk of the morning and evening commuting in our cars. That's why it's important to know what you value most when shopping for your commuter vehicle. Three of the most popular features people will look for are things like fuel efficiency, reliability, and safety. Some people may pay more attention to comfort, while others may want to look for additional features, good gas mileage, or a good price. Ideally, the right commuter car will deliver in most of these categories. Here at ALM Hyundai in Florence, we have an impressive selection of vehicles that are bound to meet your commuting needs. Keep scrolling to see our top three picks for a great commuter.

1. 2022 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid

The best way to save money with your commuter car is to get something that is efficient that you can also get at a great value, which is something that the hybrid can offer. The fuel efficiency in the 2022 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid is pretty unmatched, beating competitors by a long shot. This new IONIQ is able to accomplish as high as 60 miles per gallon when you drive the IONIQ Hybrid Blue trim level. The modern, spacious interior can also deliver for a comfortable ride every time. An astounding 122 cubic feet of interior space leaves you plenty of room for all of any cargo and extra passengers. Other mentionable highlights include a user-friendly touch screen, generous trunk space, and safety features that you can feel confident in. The standard safety features include forward collision warning with brake assist, driver drowsiness monitoring, lane keep assist, and automatic high-beam headlights.

2. 2022 Hyundai Accent

Hyundai is calling it "the compact car that gets it done" and it's easy to see why. If you value safety features, sophisticated style, and affordability, then this is a must-see model. The 2022 Hyundai Accent comes with a 120-hp four-cylinder engine with a continuously variable automatic transmission- so it gets the job done while still being fuel-efficient. It's on the more affordable side for a brand new car, but you won't be sacrificing any modern conveniences, and you even get a few luxuries as well. The loaded Limited model costs less than $21,000 yet is still equipped with heated seats, touchscreen infotainment, and push-to-start, which is ideal for comfort and convenience. The Accent's appearance is also modern and contemporary, with high-tech features to increase its sophistication. As for safety, the Accent has a number of intuitive safety technologies to help you on the road. Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is one to mention, as well as a feature that can show you what's coming up behind you on the convenient Rear View Monitor up front.

3. ⁠2022 Hyundai Venue

You can expect big things from this small SUV- not to mention, it has the honor of being the cheapest brand new SUV in America. With that said, there's more to mention about the 2022 Hyundai Venue other than just affordability. The Venue is equipped with a ton of great standard features that are great for any daily commute- like an 8-inch touch screen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, lane keep assist, and forward collision warning, just to name a few. The 121-horsepower four -cylinder engine and front-wheel drive are great for getting through rush hour traffic, and there is ample room inside this subcompact for all kinds of occasions.

Depending on your specific needs and what you value most in a commuter, there are a ton of great Hyundai models to look into. If you need help finding the best vehicle for you, or have questions on any of the cars we've listed above, reach out to our team here at ALM Hyundai in Florence. Call (843) 667-3317 to talk to one of our knowledgeable teammates to help you navigate through your options.