2011 Hyundai AZERA

LIMITED IN Silver Frost Metallic
Azera is proof you shouldnt judge a luxury sedan by its sticker price.
When the editors of Automobile.com were done test-driving the predecessor of our latest Hyundai Azera model, they had this to say: Azera certainly makes a person wonder why they should pay more for a fancier badge. 1 Why indeed? Sure, the more established marques offer refined performance and distinguished pedigrees. But stirring performance and spacious comfort has usually come with a hefty price tag. Until now. For 2011, Azera offers even more of a good thing, beginning with a significant increase in horsepower. In fact, its got more horsepower than a BMW 528i. And its more spacious inside than a Mercedes E-Class sedan. Azera even comes with some of the most advanced standard safety technologies of any car in its class. And its backed by Americas Best Warranty, including a 10-year/100,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty with 5-year/unlimited miles Roadside Assistance.2 None of which prepares you for the reverse sticker shock youll experience when you walk up to Azera in the showroom of your local authorized Hyundai dealer. Despite its long list of luxury car features, Azera doesnt come with a luxury car price. Now ask yourself: What exactly is it about those fancy badges that makes them cost so much?

AMERICAS BEST WARRANTY

POWERTRAIN LIMITED WARRANTY NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY ANTI-PERFORATION WARRANTY 24-HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

10 YEARS 100,000 MILES

5 YEARS 60,000 MILES

7 YEARS UNLIMITED MILES

5 YEARS UNLIMITED MILES
www.automobile.com/2008-hyundai-azera-limited-road-test.html. 2See dealer for LIMITED WARRANTY details.

Limited IN GRAY Leather

Class. Reclassified.
Hyundai designers gave Azera so much room inside, the EPA classifies it in the large car category. Its more spacious than a Lexus LS 460 or a BMW 750i. And thats just one of the delightful surprises that awaits you. Slide into the driver seat, grip the leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, and prepare to upgrade your expectations. All around you, Azera displays the results from relentless R&D testing at Hyundais California proving grounds. Theres the potent response of its V6 engine - in Azera Limited, an all-aluminum 3.8L V6 with 283 hp and 263 lb-ft of torque. Theres the seamless control of a 6-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC that combines the convenience of an automatic with the enjoyment of clutchless manual shifting at the flick of Azeras gearshift lever. And the cabin is so quiet, youll want to fill it with sounds from an available Infinityaudio system.1
AUTO-DIMMING MIRROR WITH HOMELINK
Azeras rearview mirror automatically dims to reduce glare, and incorporates a HomeLink transceiver that acts as the remote control for things like your automatic garage door and security gate openers, or your automatic home lighting system.2
POWER FOLDING SIDE MIRRORS WITH PUDDLE LAMPS
POWER REAR SUNSHADE STATE-OF-THE-ART AUDIO
Walk up to Azera in the dark and push the remote to unlock it: Lamps in the side mirrors project light for added security. In a tight spot? The mirrors fold at the flick of a switch.
XM Satellite Radio is standard. So you can listen to XMs wide range of music, talk and sports programming with the crystal clarity of digital sound.3
Perfect for keeping the interior cool and your rear passengers content, the available power rear sunshade remains tucked away until youre ready to deploy it.

INTEGRATED MEMORY SYSTEM

You are 62 with long arms. The valet is 54 with short legs. No problem. IMS restores your preferred positions for the power driver seat, power outside mirrors, and power steering column at the touch of a button.

PLUG AND PLAY

With USB and auxiliary input jacks for your iPod, Azeras audio system becomes an outlet for your personal playlists.4
Infinity is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc. 2HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc. 3 XM Satellite Radio requires an XM subscription, sold separately after complimentary introductory period. All fees and programming subject to change. Traffic and weather channels only available in 21 metropolitan markets. See your dealer for details. XM service only available in the 48 contiguous United States. The XM name is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. 4iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.

LIMITED IN SILVER FROST Metallic
UNSURPASSED safety in its class.
Once youve fastened your seatbelt and adjusted your mirrors, we hope you never have to use much of what our safety engineers have provided. But should you need it, its reassuring to know Azera comes with some of the most advanced safety technologies of any car in its class. In emergency braking situations, the Anti-lock Braking System with Electronic Brake-force Distribution and Brake Assist help preserve steering control and optimize stopping power. Electronic Stability Control helps maintain directional stability when cornering, and Traction Control helps prevent wheel spin during acceleration. Together with engine and transmission enhancements that aid in active safety, its clear that the Azeras ability to perform is equaled by its ability to protect.
ACTIVE SAFETY ENGINEERING
Azeras powerful 3.8-liter V6 engine uses Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (DCVVT) and Variable Intake System (VIS) to achieve the kind of power on demand that can make all the difference in keeping you out of harms way.

EIGHT AIRBAGS

STRUCTURAL RIGIDITY
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Azera comes standard with an eight-airbag system that includes dual advanced front airbags, front and rear seat-mounted side-impact airbags, plus roof-mounted side-curtain airbags.1
Azeras unibody construction gives it a solid foundation for safety. Front and rear crumple zones are designed to absorb collision impacts in order to preserve the integrity of the passenger cabin.
ESC is an active safety system that automatically applies the brakes to individual wheels and adjusts throttle input as needed to help keep Azera on its intended path. 2

ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINTS

Traction Control System (TCS)
Active front head restraints move upward and forward in certain rear-end collisions to help provide extra protection against whiplash.
For greater control when accelerating or driving in the wet, the TCS that is standard on Azera reduces engine power and/or applies braking when wheel spin is detected, effectively rerouting power to the wheel that has greater traction.3
he Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) is designed to work with the 3-point seatbelt system. The SRS deploys in certain frontal and/or side-impact conditions where significant injury is likely. The T SRS is not a substitute for seatbelts, which should be worn at all times. Children under the age of 13 should be restrained securely in the rear seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in the front seat of a vehicle that has a passenger-side airbag. 2Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot control your vehicles stability under all driving situations. ESC is not a substitute for safe driving practices. No system, no matter how advanced, can overcome physics or correct poor driving. The driver is always responsible for controlling the vehicle and must use caution to avoid loss of control in all driving conditions. Speed, road conditions and driver steering input will affect whether ESC can help prevent loss of control. See Owners Manual for details. 3The Traction Control System (TCS) is meant to enhance conscientious driving habits and is not a substitute for safe driving practices.

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EXTERIOR_COLOR CHOICES

limited

porcelain White pearl Silver Frost Metallic

Key Standard Equipment:

All-aluminum 260 HP, 3.3L V6 with Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (DCVVT) and variable intake system 6-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC 17-inch alloy wheels Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) Traction Control System (TCS) Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Active front head restraints Advanced front airbags, front and rear side-impact airbags and side-curtain airbags Bumper, bodyside and door handles with chrome inserts Bodycolor heated dual power mirrors Automatic headlights and front fog lights Dual exhaust Remote keyless entry, alarm and engine immobilizer Power windows, locks, heated mirrors Power driver seat with lumbar support Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob Tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel Steering wheel audio and cruise controls AM/FM/XM/CD/MP3 audio with iPod/USB auxiliary input jacks Solar control glass EZ lane change assist Eco indicator Fuel economy 20 mpg city / 28 mpg highway

GLS Equipment Plus:

+ All-aluminum 283 HP, 3.8L V6 with Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (DCVVT) and variable intake system + 17-inch hyper silver finish alloy wheels + Power tilt-and-slide glass sunroof + Power folding side mirrors with turn signal indicators and puddle lamps + Dual automatic temperature control + In-dash 6-disc CD changer with 10 Infinity speakers, iPod /USB and auxiliary input jacks, subwoofer and amplifier + Integrated Memory System (IMS) + Power rear sunshade + Leather seating surfaces with heated front seats + Woodgrain-trimmed leather steering wheel + Power adjustable tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel + Brushed stainless steel door scuff plates + Auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass and Homelink + Fuel economy 19 mpg city / 27 mpg highway

SMOKE gray Metallic

chardonnay Metallic

midnight Blue pearl

VENETIan red pearl

Espresso pearl

Black onyx Pearl

INTERIOR_COLOR CHOICES

Navigation Package:
LG DVD Navigation system with touch-screen display (replaces in-dash 6-disc CD changer and iPod/USB auxiliary input jacks) 12-speaker Infinity Logic 7 605-watt surround sound audio system

gls/premium gls/premium beige cloth gray cloth

beige leather

gray leather

black leather

brown leather

Website_hyundai.com

Be sure to visit our website, where you can build your own Azera, locate a Hyundai dealer near you, and best of all schedule a test drive.

Premium Package:

Leather seating surfaces with heated front seats Power tilt-and-slide glass sunroof

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Fuel economy estimated by EPA for comparison. While the information contained in this brochure was correct at time of printing, specifications and equipment can change. Feature comparisons based on competitor information available at time of printing. No warranty or guarantee is being extended in this brochure, and Hyundai reserves the right to change product specifications and equipment at any time without incurring obligations. Some vehicles are shown with optional equipment. Specifications apply to U.S. vehicles only. Please contact your Hyundai dealer for current vehicle specifications. As part of Hyundais commitment to a sustainable environment, this brochure is printed using paper certified by the Forest Stewardship Council. FSC-certification helps ensure that the highest social and environmental standards are met in the making of the paper we use, contributing to conservation, responsible management, and community level benefits for people near the forests.

TEST DRIVE : 2007 HYUNDAI AZERA LIMITED

DESTINATION

DIRECTORY

Arizona

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE National Park Service - Arizona http://www.nps.gov/state/az Grand Canyon National Park PO Box 129 Grand Canyon AZ 86023 923-638-7888 Visitor Info Recorded Message Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument 10 Organ Pipe Drive Ajo AZ 85321-9626 520-387-6849 Visitor Information Petrified Forest National Park PO Box 2217 Petrified Forest National Park AZ 86028 928-524-66228 Visitor Information Saguaro National Park 3693 South Old Spanish Trail 520-733-5153 Visitor Info Rincon Mtn District Wupatki National Monument Flagstaff Area National Monuments 6400 N. Hwy 89 Flagstaff AZ 86004 928-679-2365 Visitor Information 928-526-1157 Visitor Information, HQ PARKS AND OUTDOORS Chiricahua State Park HCR 2, Box 6500 Willcox AZ 85643 520-824-3560 Lake Havasu State Park 699 London Bridge Dr. Lake Havasu AZ 86403 928-855-2784 TOURISM - LODGING - EVENTS Travel Sites To Be Seen www.sedona.net www.thecanyon.com www.flagstaff.com www.prescott.com www.scottsdale-phoenix.net Greater PHX Convention & Visitors Bureau 400 E. Van Buren Street, Suite 600 PHX 85004 877-CALLPHX 602-254-6500 phoenixcvb.com

California

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE National Park Service - California http://www.nps.gov/state/ca TOURISM - ATTRACTIONS - EVENTS Disneyland Anaheim 714-781-4565 www.disneyland.com Palm Desert Visitor Information Center 72-567 Highway 111 Palm Desert CA 92260 800-873-2428 www.palm-desert.org San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau 2215 India Street San Diego CA 92101 800-359-6205 www.sandiego.org/nav/Visitors AUTOMOTIVE Petersen Automotive Museum 6060 Wilshire Blvd. (at Fairfax) LA CA 90036 323-930-CARS www.petersen.org

Colorado

TOURISM - ATTRACTIONS - EVENTS Colorado Activity Centers, Inc. PO Box 129 Frisco CO 80443 800-777-8642 www.coloradoinfo.com AUTOMOTIVE Shelby American Collection 5020 Chaparral Court Boulder CO 80308 303-516-9565 .shelbyamericancollection.org

Mexico

RESORTS AND LODGING Puerto Peasco Mexico Online Beachfront home rentals in Rocky Point. 623-935-0507 www.puerto-penasco.com TOURISM - ATTRACTIONS - EVENTS Baja California State Tourism Office Blvd. Diaz Ordaz s/n Edificio Plaza Patria Nivel 3 CP 22400 Tijuana BC (66) 81-9492 Chihuahua State Tourism Office Calle Libertad No. 1300 Edificio Agustin Melgar, 1er Piso CP 31000 Chihuahua, Chihuahua (14) 29-3421 Sinaloa State Tourism Office Av. Camarn Sabalo esq. Tiburon Edificio Banrural 4 Piso CP 82100 Mazatln, Sinaloa (69) 16-5160 Sonora State Tourism Office Centro de Gobierno Edificio Estatal Norte 3er Nivel Comonfort y Paseo Ro CP 83280 Hermosillo, Sonora (62) 17-0076
Hyundai Azera moves into flagship spot

New Mexico

TOURISM - ATTRACTIONS - EVENTS New Mexico Department of Tourism 800-733-6396 x 0643 www.newmexico.org Santa Fe Chamber of Commerce PO Box 1928 Santa Fe NM Cerrillos Rd. Suite 302 Santa Fe NM 87507 505-983-7317 www.santafechamber.com RESORTS AND LODGING Inn on La Loma Plaza 315 Ranchitos Road Box 4159 Taos NM 87571 800-530-3040 www.VacationTaos.com Inn on the Alameda 303 East Alameda Santa Fe NM 87501 505-984-21221 www.innonthealameda.com
Of national interest Utah
NATIONAL PARK SERVICE National Park Service - Utah http://www.nps.gov/state/ut PARKS AND OUTDOORS San Juan County Tourism 117 S. Main Street Monticello UT 84535 800-574-4386 www.southeastutah.org Southern Utah Scenic Tours PO Box 1113 Cedar City UT 84720 888-404-8687 www.utahscenictours.com RESORTS AND LODGING Desert Rose Inn & Cabins 701 W. Highway 191 Bluff UT 84512 888-475-7673 www.DesertRoseInn.com AUTOMOTIVE Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village 20900 Oakwood Blvd. Dearborn MI 48124 www.hfmgv.com 313-271-1620 Imperial Palace Auto Collections (see Nev.) Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum Pickerington OH 43147 www.motorcyclemuseum.org 614-856-2222 National Automobile Museum (see Nev.) National Corvette Museum 350 Corvette Drive Bowling Green KY 42101 www.corvettemuseum.com 800-53VETTE Petersen Automotive Museum (see Calif.) Shelby American Collection (see Colorado)
by Barbara and Bill Schaffer photos by Joe Sage

Nevada

TOURISM - ATTRACTIONS - EVENTS Las Vegas Tourism Bureau 6120 W. Tropicana Ave. Las Vegas NV www.lasvegastourism.com AUTOMOTIVE Imperial Palace Auto Collections Imperial Palace Las Vegas NV 702-794-3174 imperialpalace.com/auto.html National Automobile Museum Harrah Collection 10 Lake Street South Reno 775-333-9300 www.automuseum.org

The Hyundai Azera offers a lot of safety features, especially given its price. This sedan has a total of eight airbagsincluding advanced dual front airbags, front and rear seat-mounted side-impact airbags and roof-mounted side curtain airbags for both front and rear outboard seat occupants.
Information is derived from a variety of sources and may not be final or accurate; check all info. Listings do not necessarily represent any specific affiliation with nor endorsement by Arizona Driver magazine.
yundai never ceases to amaze us. (We say the same thing every time we drive one.) This time they have replaced the more than acceptable XG350 with the incredible Azera. This new full-size four-door sedan offers highend styling, a spacious interior, quality materials and luxurious appointments at a price as amazing as the vehicle itself. In the animal world, when people talk about dog years, one year of a dogs life is the equivalent of seven years in the life of a human. In the automotive industry, there is a similar equation developing, which we will call Hyundai years.
It works this way: for every one year of the auto industry, Hyundai progresses two years. Since the Korean automaker started selling cars in the US 20 years ago, they have progressed from the relatively primitive Excel to the sophisticated and competitive Azera. Most other auto companies have taken 40 years to advance that same distance. Each new Hyundai weve driven over the last four or five years has been dramatically better than the previous one we drove, whether it is the entry level Accent, the Santa Fe SUV or the large Azera. The Azera has a sleek modern design
with European styling cues, but it wont stand out in the crowd. It is aerodynamically efficient to reduce wind noise and maximize stability. The interior is as spacious as the Mercedes S-Class and Toyota Avalon, and offers features and appointments that rival many of the premium brands. The two-tone instrument panel is made of high quality vinyl. Its topped by a darker color and is separated from the lighter color front panel by a simple dark woodgrain strip. To make the cockpit feel

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Hyundai Azera Limited

STANDARD EQUIPMENT
even more spacious, the dash fits close to the windshield. Instruments are conveniently mounted high on the center console so the driver doesnt have to look down to control audio or climate functions. The console is finished in a metallic look. The most impressive change from the
XG350 was the all-new, all-aluminum 3.8liter engine. The DOHC V-6 produces 263 horsepower and 255-lb.ft. of torque using a Continuously Variable Valve Timing and Variable Intake System. The transmission for the front-wheel-drive sedan is a fivespeed automatic with Shiftronic manual
control for those, like us, who like to manually shift their automatic transmissions from time to time. Hyundais flagship Azera comes in two well-equipped modelsthe SE and Limited. The SE comes standard with dual auto temp control, AM/FM stereo with CD and
MP3, 16-inch alloy wheels, cruise control, all the power equipment associated with higher-level cars, keyless entry, and manual tilt and telescoping steering columnall for $24,995 including destination charges. The Limited model adds leather upholstery, woodgrain steering wheel, power electric rear sunshade, electronic stability control, power tilt and telescoping steering wheel, 17-inch alloy wheels, plus additional features for $27,495. Some of our favorite options include power sunroof with shade, AM/FM/ Cassette/6-disc CD changer and MP3, memory system for drivers seat/outside mirrors/power steering column. The Ultimate Package ($2,495) adds drivers memory system, power folding outside mirrors, adjustable pedals, power tilt and telescoping wheel, rain-sensing wipers, heated front seats, moonroof, 6disc CD changer and Infinity speakers. Fully loaded, the Limited tips the scale at $30,000. We told you it was incredible. Benchmarking the best cars in this category, Hyundai engineers built the flagship Azera from a rigid unibody platform, attaching it to the ground with four-wheel independent suspension. The combination produced a solid feel with smooth, quiet ride. The handling was very good, with an acceptable level of body lean and softness commensurate with a vehicle in this class. For a vehicle in this price range, its pretty well equipped with safety features,
including front seat passenger and driver advanced airbags, front and rear seat side airbags, roof-mounted side curtain airbags, active head restraints, electronic stability control plus four-wheel anti-lock brakes and front seat belts with adjustable shoulder belt height. The Azeras acceleration is an amazing 6.5 second, from 0 to 60 mph, and it has a top speed of 145 mph. Acceleration is very well behaved, too: there is no torque steer and only a little chirp from the tires during hard acceleration, thanks to the traction control. We recorded 78 mph in our unofficial acceleration test, which we run from where we pull onto the main highway and accelerate full-throttle to a landmark in about one-eighth mile. The EPA rates the Azeras fuel economy at 19 mpg for city driving and 28 mpg on the highway. We averaged 22.2 mpg during our week of mixed driving. This vehicle is like a good movie, you just want everyone to see it. Its everything most of us want in a full-size sedan and maybe even more, plus its an incredible value. The Hyundai is an amazing value and an enjoyable car to drive. Fuel economy was a little weaker than we expected, but we imagine it would improve with a little more responsible driving on our part. The decisive factor, though, has to be the outstanding 5-year/60,000-mile bumperto-bumper warranty and 10-year/ 100,000-mile powertrain warranty.

Electronic stability control; Traction control, Active head restraints; 17-Inch alloy wheels; Remote keyless entry and alarm; Heated seats; Power rear sunshade; AM/FM audio with CD & MP3 player; Power windows, locks and keyless entry; Cruise; Woodgrain steering wheel. Base Price.. $26,835 Options: Premium package (sunroof, Infinity audio and 6-disc in-dash CD changer)..$1,500 Total Options.$1,500 Freight..$660 Price as Tested.$28,995

DIMENSIONS

EPA Size..Large car Weight..3,629 lb. Wheelbase..109.4 in. Length..192.7 in. Width..72.8 in. Height...58.7 in. Fuel Capacity..19.8 gal. Cargo Capacity..16.6 cu. ft.

MECHANICAL

Engine..3.8L DOHC V-6 Horsepower..263@6000 Torque..255@4500 Transmission..5-Spd. Auto Drive..Front wheel Brakes..Disc ABS Tires..235/55R17

PERFORMANCE

0 to 60 mph..6.5 sec. Speed to 1/8 mile.78 mph Top speed..145 mph EPA economy rating..19/28 mpg Our actual fuel economy..22.2 mpg

COMPETITORS

Buick Lucerne, Chevrolet Impala, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Ford Crown Victoria, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Amanti, Mercury Grand Marquis, Toyota Avalon.
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