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2008 Hyundai Veracruz - Review

MSRP: $27,045 - $35,895 See Local Classifieds
 
Bottom Line
Hyundai’s most expensive model may not quite be a Lexus, but it’s impressive in its own right.
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TheCarConnection.com’s car experts read all the competitive reviews on the new Hyundai Veracruz crossover to produce this conclusive review, and to give enthusiastic approval of the new Veracruz. TheCarConnection.com also drove the car to be able to give you an expert opinion on the car, and to help you figure out the truth where other car reviews might differ.

The seven-passenger Veracruz was introduced last year as an all-new crossover utility vehicle that comes with a 260-horsepower, 3.8-liter V-6 engine and six-speed automatic transmission, with a choice of front- or all-wheel drive.

The Veracruz offers a driving experience that’s in the middle of the pack, with respect to the especially crowded pack of mid-size crossover competitors, but what makes it noteworthy is its flair; it borrows styling, design attributes, and features from luxury-brand crossovers in a class above while keeping prices more affordable. The more curvaceous design sacrifices interior space only slightly, Hyundai’s impressive quality is a strong point, and it’s among the safest vehicles in its class.

Likes:

  • Standard third-row seating
  • Upscale interior styling and appointments
  • Choice of front- or all-wheel drive
  • Comforts and conveniences aplenty

Dislikes:

  • Tight space in and behind the third row
  • Lack of an available backup camera
  • Not so sporty to drive

Specs: Select a Trim

FWD (3) MSRP Invoice MPG City MPG Hwy
FWD 4dr GLS Specs $27,045 $25,672 16 23
FWD 4dr SE Specs $28,745 $26,983 16 23
FWD 4dr Limited Specs $34,195 $31,710 16 23
AWD (3) MSRP Invoice MPG City MPG Hwy
AWD 4dr GLS Specs $28,745 $27,270 15 22
AWD 4dr SE Specs $30,445 $28,564 15 22
AWD 4dr Limited Specs $35,895 $33,274 15 22

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Although the Veracruz was designed to rival the RX 350, it really takes on more modest, mainstream competition such as the Toyota Highlander and Honda Pilot.

Compared to those models, the Veracruz has a different style that’s not quite as simple and stark.

And although it’s closer in appearance to the Edge and CX-9, those two models are sportier than the comfortable, feature-oriented Veracruz.

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