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2008 Hyundai Azera Review

May 29, 2008

STYLING | 7 out of 10

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nondescript, almost generic mid-size sedan look
Car and Driver

a classy look
Kelley Blue Book

good-looking faux wood and metallic piping
Edmunds

The 2008 Hyundai Azera sports an anonymous appearance that nearly clones its chief rival, the Toyota Avalon. Still, it’s a great leap forward for the brand, and it’s fairly good-looking, too.

The 2008 Hyundai Azera leans “ever so slightly on the sporty side of this conservative sector,” Automedia says, with styling that is particularly striking from the back.” Edmunds concurs: “with its tasteful chrome grille and crisp body lines, this sedan looks more like an Acura than a Hyundai.” Cars.com also refers to the 2008 Hyundai Azera’s “graceful four-door lines.” Car and Driver, however, is not impressed with what it calls “a nondescript, almost generic mid-size sedan look."

TheCarConnection.com found the interior of the 2008 Hyundai Azera to be better received, with Edmunds.com commenting, "Hyundai infuses the Azera's cabin with robust doses of luxury. With good-looking faux wood and metallic piping, materials quality is simply excellent, and those who opt for the Limited will find themselves swaddled in soft, double-stitched leather." Unfortunately, the light-colored beige leather of the driver seat has been known to become worn and discolored prematurely, so Edmunds also said, "we'd suggest sticking with the black interior option, which looks classier anyway." Car and Driver finds fault inside too, with the “econocar-like gauges.”

Conclusion

The 2008 Hyundai Azera isn’t breathtaking, but it's clean and neat, with an interior bordering on stylish.

STYLING | 7 out of 10Expert Quotes:nondescript, almost generic mid-size sedan lookCar and Drivera classy lookKelley Blue Bookgood-looking faux wood and metallic pipingEdmunds The 2008 Hyundai Azera sports an anonymous appearance that nearly clones its chief rival, the Toyota Avalon. Still, it’s a great leap forward for the brand, and it’s fairly good-looking, too. The 2008 Hyundai Azera leans “ever so slightly on the sporty side of this conservative sector,” Automedia says, with styling that is particularly striking from the back.” Edmunds concurs: “with its tasteful chrome grille and crisp body lines, this sedan looks more like an Acura than a Hyundai.” Cars.com also refers to the 2008 Hyundai Azera’s “graceful four-door lines.” Car and Driver, however, is not impressed with what it calls “a nondescript, almost generic mid-size sedan look." TheCarConnection.com found the interior of the 2008 Hyundai Azera to be better received, with Edmunds.com commenting, "Hyundai infuses the Azera's cabin with robust doses of luxury. With good-looking faux wood and metallic piping, materials quality is simply excellent, and those who opt for the Limited will find themselves swaddled in soft, double-stitched leather." Unfortunately, the light-colored beige leather of the driver seat has been known to become worn and discolored prematurely, so Edmunds also said, "we'd suggest sticking with the black interior option, which looks classier anyway." Car and Driver finds fault inside too, with the “econocar-like gauges.” ConclusionThe 2008 Hyundai Azera isn’t breathtaking, but it's clean and neat, with an interior bordering on stylish.  2008 HYUNDAI AZERA STYLING | [7 out of 10] Car and Driver: "nondescript, almost generic mid-size sedan look" Kelley Blue Book: "a classy look" Edmunds: "good-looking faux wood and metallic piping" The 2008 Hyundai Azera sports an anonymous appearance that nearly clones its chief ...

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This class of front-drive, full-size sedans puts all its chips on great interior room and strong V-6 power, not to mention safety. The Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable are essentially the same car with different looks; both sport V-6 power nearly equal to that in the Azera, plus available all-wheel drive. The Buick LaCrosse is powered by a V-6 and has a little less room than the other cars here, but its smooth powertrain and improved styling make it worth considering. The Chevrolet Impala leads sales, and its roomy backseat and big V-6 give it competitive performance, while the Toyota Avalon has an enviable reputation for quality behind it.

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