2008 Hyundai Azera Consumer Reviews

Very Pleased Azera Owner

Written by: Azera owner on 10/26/2009

Vehicle

2008 Hyundai Azera Limited 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 5A)

Review

This car will not disappoint you. It offers many luxurious features at a fraction of the price in comparison to Lexus. It is truly a pleasure to drive. It is equipped with ample power for safe passing and responds well on hills and navigating turns. I highly recommend this vehicle to anyone looking for a car with style and grace - it more than measures up to Lexus or BMW.

Favorite Features

Power fold mirrors, ample storage, tire pressure monitor, power adjustable gas/acceleration pedals, power telescopic steering wheel, infrared rain sensor, heated seats, comfortable seats, 8 airbags, and ample leg room.

Suggested Improvements

Darker interior - light beige is hard to keep clean. Better marketing strategies - this car is not promoted nearly enough. The car is absolutely beautiful - why not show it off - showcased it with more aggressive advertising - stop hiding it behind the Genesis !!

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Dont Believe the Hype

Written by: toalie on 10/01/2009

Vehicle

2008 Hyundai Azera GLS 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)

Review

After 6000 miles, I have had several problems, mostly electrical. The air bags were broken 1 week after purchase, and my driver seat moves backwards while driving. The finish of the dashboard is separating around the airbag housing. The car drives well, but I fear that it will be falling apart in a few years. After this experience, probably wont buy another Hyundai.

Favorite Features

interior styling, xm radio, decent fuel economy

Suggested Improvements

engine is noisy in cold weather, improve quality of interior finish material, electrical system

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Don't look any further!!!!!

Written by: Bill on 07/23/2009

Vehicle

2008 Hyundai Azera Limited 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 5A)

Review

This is my third Hyundai, my two others were Sonata's. I loved both of those but after upgrading to the Azera this is by far more bang for the buck than BMW,Lexus or any other high end car this size. I'm getting 28-30 mpg on rural roads at 45-50 mph and 32-36 highway at 70mph.Powerful 3.8 ltr and great mileage to boot! Try and find one coming off lease and save big$$$$$.

Favorite Features

I love the power fold in side mirrors and power rear window shade. One touch power windows and sunroof is also very convenient.

Suggested Improvements

Smooth and quiet ride on good roads but a little weak in the suspension over bumps and pot holes

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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WOW What a Car

Written by: Mary & Jim on 07/22/2009

Vehicle

2008 Hyundai Azera Limited 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Have had Taurus's since 1986. Went to look at a new Sonata and saw this used 08 Azera. We fell in love and a short test drive was all we needed. I've driven BMW's, a Lexus and this is right at the top with them, only less expensive. We can't say enough about the car. Ride is smooth and quiet. XM Radio and stereo system is top notch. Power fold mirrors are the cats meow. Driver 1 and 2 position seting should be on all cars. So many features We are very impressed. If you are looking for a car and a value for your money you should drive one of these and purchase it. Oh, by the way.... The wife hardly lets husband drive it......it's hers.

Favorite Features

All features are our favorite.

Suggested Improvements

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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shoot this car

Written by: hundai azera on 07/21/2009

Vehicle

2008 Hyundai Azera Limited 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I loved this car for the first two months. Since then I have had nothing but problems. So many rattles and clicking noises. I hate this car now. I have had it in the shop so many times I have lost count. I am sick and tired of the dealership telling me the car is fixed and then driving it home, the same noise occurs. I am ready to shoot it and put it and me out of misery.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

2 out 6 people found this review helpful

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One Helluva Car

Written by: sgtusmc on 07/11/2009

Vehicle

2008 Hyundai Azera Limited 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I never, never ever thought that I would buy a Hyundai. But, I did. And I am forever so glad. I have owned over 40 cars including Lincoln, Lexus, Buick, Lancia, Karmin Ghia, Oldsmobile, Ford, Volvo, etc.; and by far this 08 Hyundai Azera drives circles around all of them. I traded an 07 Buick Lucerne CXS after only 9 months of shear frustration with all of the problems including a bad vibration whenever the engine was doing 1500 rpms regardless of the speed of the car. And the turning radius was horrendous. And you could not see the instrument in the daytime. And the front seat belts were nonfunctional (would not lock up). And on and on and on. This Azera was an answer to my prayers

Favorite Features

Pawer retracting mirrors; window shade in back window; form fit and function of everything in and out of the car; handling; turning radius; fuel economy; performance (quick - quicker than the Buick with the Cadillac engine; visibility; comfort; stereo; ease of entering and exiting; etg. SemperFi

Suggested Improvements

NONE. Absolutely positively NONE. It is by far the best car that I have ever owned and am really happy with it in every way.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Nice car for a nice price

Written by: CarFan on 07/08/2009

Vehicle

2008 Hyundai Azera Limited 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Purchased used from dealer (executive car with only 22K miles) It was extremely well taken care of and looks and drives brand new...still smells new! It now has almost 30K and I'm still pleased with it; plan to keep it a long time. I get lots of compliments and now that I have one I'm starting to notice them on the road more. You can't beat it for the price...however the Genesis is very tempting.

Favorite Features

Power folding mirrors, pedals, sunshade. Amazing stereo and expensive Lexus like beep when unlocking/locking the car. Great looking car, especially in black.

Suggested Improvements

Fuel economy is so so around town, suspension is super soft. Rear air vents could blow a little stronger.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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dont buy an azera

Written by: eddie on 06/29/2009

Vehicle

2008 Hyundai Azera Limited 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I bought a 2008 azera on june 1st of 2009. It was a program car and had 8,400 miles on it. It cost a little less than a camry, and had a better warranty, but that's the only good part. It in no way matches the quality of a toyota camry. I've read these reviews and have decided that they must have been written by hundai dealers. My overall gas mileage is around 18 mpg. I guess that's good if you compare it with a hummer. I took the car on vacation and the throttle sensor went out 22 times before i could get it to a dealership to fix it. The mechanic who fixed it said that he had fixed several of them, and he didn't know why they didn't have a recall on them. I'm very disappointed in the car.

Favorite Features

plenty of power. attractive outside design

Suggested Improvements

Good ideas, but poor technology and quality. The clock isn't bright enough in the daytime. Folding mirrors are of little use, and the moving pedals are dangerous because there's no place to rest your heel. The sound quality of the radio is substandard. The trunk key hole is upside down. And many more

3 out 12 people found this review helpful

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AUTOMOTIVE EXCELLENCE

Written by: SGTUSMC on 06/06/2009

Vehicle

2008 Hyundai Azera Limited 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Traded an 07 Buick Lucerne CXS in on this Azera about a month ago. I had been researching and test driving earlier versions of it. Traded it in on an 08 Azera Limited with the Ultimate Package. The Azera is a driver's car; it performs and handles excellently. I have added mp3 (wireless) and a lip spoiler, etc. Gangbusters. SemperFi

Favorite Features

Performance of 3.8L engine (0-60 in under 7 secs.), smooth shifting of 5 speed trannie (auto stick too), styling, paintwork, interior appointments, etc. The car compares favorably to my Lexus LS400 at a heck of a lot less expense. IT IS A FUN CAR TO DRIVE AND POLISH AND JUST LOOK AT.

Suggested Improvements

An mp3 capability would have been nice but I worked around that problem by installing a system which cost me $48 at Walmart and is uptight and out of sight in the console. It is an FM transmitter which operates through your radio. And I added a Garmin NUVI GPS which works just fine on a vent mt.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Best Value

Written by: Doug on 05/17/2009

Vehicle

2008 Hyundai Azera Limited 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Purchased used (rental) with 13,500 miles at more than $8,000 less than a new '09. I looked at all options in the mid-size/full size (new & used) and settled on the Azera when several became available from the rental fleets. Traded a 2005 Maxima. I use for business (sales) and needed something that was safe and comfortable. The Azera wins hands down! I have averaged around 25 mpg (75 highway/ 25 city) and find the freeway drive exceptional. Trunk & rear seat offer plenty of room. Ride in the city is a little sloppy compared to the Maxima.

Favorite Features

Freeway handling, stereo, acceleration, gauges, overall features. Seats are very comfortable.

Suggested Improvements

Bluetooth and IPod, better handling in city, (all have been changed for '09 already)

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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