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2010 Hyundai Azera Review

October 22, 2009

STYLING | 7 out of 10

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

graceful four-door lines
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good-looking faux wood and metallic piping
Edmunds

Few would disagree that the 2010 Hyundai Azera is conservatively styled and a bit anonymous, but it is what it is and most reviewers recognize that the Azera isn't going for style mavens with finicky tastes. If anything, several reviewers mention its resemblance to the Toyota Avalon.

Cars.com, however, seems to take a liking to the Azera's "graceful four-door lines," while Edmunds says that the Azera leans "ever so slightly on the sporty side of this conservative sector." The Edmunds reviewer adds that "with its...crisp body lines, this sedan looks more like an Acura than a Hyundai." Kelley Blue Book appreciates the 2009 Azera's "classy look." Car and Driver hints at the Azera's downside, its "nondescript, almost generic mid-size sedan look."

Overall, reviewers appreciate the interior of the 2010 Hyundai Azera. For 2009, Hyundai spruced up the interior by upgrading trims with some new wood and metal grain materials. According to Edmunds, "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." Car and Driver finds fault inside with the "econocar-like gauges." One other gripe: The light-colored beige leather of the driver seat is known to become worn and discolor prematurely, so Edmunds advises "sticking with the black interior option, which looks classier anyway."

Conclusion

The 2010 Hyundai Azera is stylistically conservative through and through, but its interior is more visually appealing than its exterior.

STYLING | 7 out of 10Expert Quotes:nondescript, almost generic mid-size sedan lookCar and Drivergraceful four-door linesCars.comgood-looking faux wood and metallic pipingEdmunds Few would disagree that the 2010 Hyundai Azera is conservatively styled and a bit anonymous, but it is what it is and most reviewers recognize that the Azera isn't going for style mavens with finicky tastes. If anything, several reviewers mention its resemblance to the Toyota Avalon. Cars.com, however, seems to take a liking to the Azera's "graceful four-door lines," while Edmunds says that the Azera leans "ever so slightly on the sporty side of this conservative sector." The Edmunds reviewer adds that "with its...crisp body lines, this sedan looks more like an Acura than a Hyundai." Kelley Blue Book appreciates the 2009 Azera's "classy look." Car and Driver hints at the Azera's downside, its "nondescript, almost generic mid-size sedan look." Overall, reviewers appreciate the interior of the 2010 Hyundai Azera. For 2009, Hyundai spruced up the interior by upgrading trims with some new wood and metal grain materials. According to Edmunds, "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." Car and Driver finds fault inside with the "econocar-like gauges." One other gripe: The light-colored beige leather of the driver seat is known to become worn and discolor prematurely, so Edmunds advises "sticking with the black interior option, which looks classier anyway." ConclusionThe 2010 Hyundai Azera is stylistically conservative through and through, but its interior is more visually appealing than its exterior. 2010 HYUNDAI AZERA STYLING | [7 out of 10] Car and Driver: "nondescript, almost generic mid-size sedan look" Cars.com: "graceful four-door lines" Edmunds: "good-looking faux wood and metallic piping" Few would disagree that the 2010 Hyundai Azera is conservatively styled and a bit ...

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For shoppers looking for this type of car, ride comfort, a quiet cabin, and more traditional luxury features rank above all else. The Toyota Avalon is probably the Azera’s top rival; it has an enviable reputation for quality and strikes a slightly better compromise between ride and handling. Then there’s the all-new Buick LaCrosse, which steps away from absolute comfort toward a slightly sportier character overall. The Buick also offers more tech features in addition to those traditional luxury-sedan extras. The Ford Taurus rides quite well and, with a 2010 redesign, has become more of a performance sedan, but it’s still comfortable inside. Those planning to carry adults in the backseat should be aware that Ford reduced rear headroom in redesigning the Taurus. The Chevrolet Impala is another alternative, but the Impala feels decidedly behind the times, with decade-ago levels of refinement and obsolete-looking interior appointments. Then there’s the Kia Amanti; compared to the Azera, the Kia is a little less ornate-feeling inside; it’s about the same size as the Azera, has a comparably smooth ride, and is worth a look.

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