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Old 07-27-2011, 09:39 AM   #1
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If you’ve forgotten about the Hyundai Azera, we don’t blame you. The full-size sedan has been upstaged by almost every model the automaker’s line up including the Genesis, Sonata, and Elantra. Today, the automaker announced on Twitter that it’s in the final stages of tuning the ride and handling of the U.S.-spec 2012 Hyundai Azera and that the new Hyundai sedan will make its world debut at the 2011 Los Angeles auto show. We first learned of the updated Azera last November when we got a hold of renderings of the Korean-spec model. The KDM version looks almost identical what we’re getting, but will instead be called the Grandeur.

A few months later, we got a better look of the Grandeur/Azera when Hyundai released a video of the new sedan. If you like the Sonata’s interpretation of Hyundai’s fluidic sculpture design theme, then the Azera will not disappoint. It will sport the same waterfall-style grill along with dramatic character lines, especially at the rear. Interior shots are harder to come by, but we expect the plush Hyundai to follow the Sonata’s theme.
The bigger sedan will also get a bigger engine. In Korea, the Grandeur will be fitted with a 3.0L, direct-injected V6 that should put out 270 hp, while other markets also have the option of a smaller 2.4L four-cylinder engine. It’s rumored that the U.S. version will get an even bigger 3.5L V6 with more than 300 hp. We’ll know closer to its debut.

Also unknown is its price, but should fall in line with its placement between the smaller Sonata and the larger, rear-drive Genesis sedan.
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Old 07-27-2011, 11:04 AM   #2
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Looks like Hyundai was a bit jealous of sister Kia Optima's looks, and wanted a version for themselves.
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Old 07-27-2011, 03:08 PM   #3
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Old 07-27-2011, 03:14 PM   #4
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The back and side views remind me of the more bland looking Hyundais of the past, like the old Sonata and the old XG350
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Old 07-27-2011, 05:32 PM   #5
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This car is the best selling car in KDM right now.
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The back and side views remind me of the more bland looking Hyundais of the past, like the old Sonata and the old XG350
I think it's a nice compromise.
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Old 07-28-2011, 09:40 AM   #7
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Default so where does this fit with respect to the genesis sedan?

This will be FWD right? Priced below the genesis? DI engine?
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That is traditionally where Azera is...

FWD large-mid-size, just under the Genesis RWD sedan, but a bit above Sonata.

it will probably get the 3800RS engine, probably with Genesis Sedan's DFI config for 333hp, if it isn't slightly detuned for FWD. Even without DFI, the engine makes over 300hp in the GenCoupe.
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Looks nice! I'm not a big fan of the new Elantra, but I do really like the Sonata and Genesis sedan. Optima is a head-turner as well.
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Hyundai continues to win with styling at least.

Nissan should take cues.....their cars keep getting more and more ugly.
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Old 07-29-2011, 10:34 PM   #11
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how does 333 hp work in a fwd car? major torque limiting? what's the point?
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Traction and stability control. And probably torque-limiting engine controls in lower gear ratios.
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Definitely looks better than the Sonata to my eyes.

And yet, that promotional video reallllly reminded me of some FFVII! XD
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I like how they integrate the exhaust tips into the rear bumper.
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This car might be the best execution of Hyundai's new design language to date. It actually looks quite beautiful. I'm sure it's packed up with luxury features too. This would make a nice family sedan.
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This car might be the best execution of Hyundai's new design language to date. It actually looks quite beautiful. I'm sure it's packed up with luxury features too. This would make a nice family sedan.
I was at the Hyundai dealership yesterday - the constant increases in quality that I see from them are just mindblowing.

The Genesis is the most comfortable sedan I've been in - and that includes RS4s and CTSes.
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The Genesis is the most comfortable sedan I've been in - and that includes RS4s and CTSes.
I can agree with this, although its about equal to the back seat of the Equus.
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saw one on the streets today and was in awe. this is an awesome looking car.
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