2008 Hyundai Tiburon Consumer Reviews

Love it a year later

Written by: DL on 10/25/2009

Vehicle

2008 Hyundai Tiburon GT 2dr Hatchback (2.7L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I bought my Tib in Dec 09, so have had it almost a year and have racked up 17k I've been thrilled with this car so far. It is fun to drive, nice tight steering and adequate pick up for a 4 cyl (although I would like a little more pickup). The gas mileage varies wildly for me. During the summer in the city, I averaged about 20mpg, but on the highway I usually get around 32 regardless of air conditioning. Drove the car cross country twice, and would say if you plan to do something similar, be warned about the base model. No cruise control! It does make a difference. Also, it does seem to have a big blind spot to get used to. All in all, very happy, love the way it drives. Fun, fun car

Favorite Features

Blue dash lights, overall appearance, steering, nice sound system for factory.

Suggested Improvements

Cruise control and rear defrost on base model. Some more pickup would be nice. A bit more power, remote trunk entry

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Very Happy Owners

Written by: Tina on 10/25/2009

Vehicle

2008 Hyundai Tiburon GT 2dr Hatchback (2.7L 6cyl 5M)

Review

The Tiburon was our first Hyundai and the looks and power sold us. Just took it on a trip to W. Virginia from Wyoming and got between 29 - 32 mpgs. No problems with not having enough power, not much kept up with us. Passed the tractor and trailers very easily. Gets lots of looks. Very comfortable for two to ride in.

Favorite Features

Wonderful stereo. Seats are comfortable. Great power. We love everything about it!

Suggested Improvements

Truck release on key remote.

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I love my baby

Written by: Tiburon117 on 10/19/2009

Vehicle

2008 Hyundai Tiburon GS 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Absolutely love this car! Quick, sexy, stylish, just over all this car stuns people. Could use more power but hey its a four cylinder. Almost beat my roommates El Camino with this car. I've been rear ended with this car twice and both times there was no damage just some scratches where the license plate lights are. This car drives like a dream. My only regret...well sort of, was not getting the V-6 model but i'm still happy with my four.

Favorite Features

The body lines, sunroof, good speakers, great suspension, safety features. oil changes are super easy

Suggested Improvements

more power but i'm not complaining. back seat is small, but was able to cram my six foot roommate and his girlfriend back there

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Not to bad

Written by: jbeach on 09/26/2009

Vehicle

2008 Hyundai Tiburon GT 2dr Hatchback (2.7L 6cyl 5M)

Review

Fun to drive.comfortable for driver.people like my car when they see it.

Favorite Features

rims,sport car look inside and out, tailights are cool.sunroof makes for great airflow.

Suggested Improvements

More power. 172 horsepower just dose not do it for me. I think for it being that low the gas milage should be better like closer to 30 mpg than 20- 25.speakers are nice but upgraded head unit deffinatly needed.

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Shark attack

Written by: John on 09/11/2009

Vehicle

2008 Hyundai Tiburon SE 2dr Hatchback (2.7L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I just bought my Tiburon SE one week ago. The prices that they are selling these things for is crazy, mine is a brand new 2008 SE with 22 miles on it when I drove it off the lot, all for only $16,000. I sold my 2008 Accent SE and bought the Tiburon. It has a sports tuned suspension which makes it very stiff but handles well, interior is very nice with leather and cloth, nice dash layout, but the car does sit very low and so will you when driven. The exterior is outstanding, looks great, nice lines, dule exhaust, projector head lights, 17" wheels, and it all comes with the best warranty in the business, mine has the remaining 4 years which is still better than GM or Ford.

Favorite Features

Seats, Kenwood stereo, rumble of the exhaust, exterior looks.

Suggested Improvements

Fill in the space left over from the original stereo with something other than a Tiburon plate, space the gas pedal and brake more.

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Sold on this one

Written by: Sold!! on 08/21/2009

Vehicle

2008 Hyundai Tiburon GT 2dr Hatchback (2.7L 6cyl 4A)

Review

My tiburon has 16000 miles and I bought it brand new. It runs awesome, comfy, and looks sporty as hell. People stop and ask me what kind of car I own, and they are blown away when I say its a Hyundai. Awesome car!

Favorite Features

Exterior looks, dual mufflers(sounds cool when it starts up). Interior is comfy and stylish. "slap" shift transmission.

Suggested Improvements

More horse power. Ipod connection for radio. Show how many miles until empty on console

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I LOVE MY TIBURON

Written by: Susan on 08/16/2009

Vehicle

2008 Hyundai Tiburon GT 2dr Hatchback (2.7L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I just bought a black on black V-6 with 9,000 miles on it. This car is SO awesome. It is fun to drive, handles great and looks so much more expensive than what I paid. People flip out over it, when I stop at a red light, everyone in the cars around me check it out. I am even getting pretty good gas mileage. I like the Tiburon so much better than the new Genesis Coupe. This car was really hard to find. I found a new one in my area, but the dealer sold it before I got a chance to buy it. I was lucky to find this one with low mileage at a great price.

Favorite Features

The look of the car. Fun to drive. Everything in it is straightforward and easy to use. Great radio. Front seats have plenty of room.

Suggested Improvements

None really. I wouldn't recommend this vehicle for anyone that is going to have people in the back seat. There is NO room.

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the tib

Written by: sassthat on 07/28/2009

Vehicle

2008 Hyundai Tiburon GS 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I bought the tiburon sight unseen 3 months ago. I was pleasantly surprised by almost everything about this car. Although the backseat is tiiiny, it has comfortable front seats, agreat look, easy to drive and all the features I wanted. I was in an accident 2 weeks ago that totaled the car (flipped it). I walked away with a scratch on my foot. Fantastic car... really! My only complaints are: size of backseat, pretty big blind spot, a bit bumpy on older roads Highly recommended... especially after the wreck.

Favorite Features

interior look and comfort, trunk space, easy handling (not too sporty or jerky), SAFETY

Suggested Improvements

ipod connnector, "miles until empty' counter

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Not so bad...good commuter!!

Written by: Jamal on 07/27/2009

Vehicle

2008 Hyundai Tiburon GS 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I must say when I was looking for a car to replace my Pontiac, I thought of the Tiburon. Sporty looking, sleek and stylish. I thought it would have had more torque and "get up" but overall it is ok by me. I am a happy camper!

Favorite Features

Nice interior, 3 months of XM/Siruis, sunroof, cruise control, Kenwood stereo w/ remote, sporty looking and sleek.

Suggested Improvements

More torgue!

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Tops in aTiburon

Written by: Vince Cardamon on 07/26/2009

Vehicle

2008 Hyundai Tiburon GT 2dr Hatchback (2.7L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Wrecked a red 95 Toyota celica. Had a hold on a loaded Honda civic passed the tiburon dealer, stopped just to take a look. Black on black caught my eye. Kicked over the v-6 and the twin pipe's sound just blew me away sold! Great car.. Great to drive. Lots of people stop and ask what is it!

Favorite Features

For me..6' easy to get in and out of (celica was tough)..Like the auto/manual..Body lines are the best! For a 67 year old teenager at heart.. Sharp..fast and Fun!Satellite radio set on the 50s

Suggested Improvements

auto trunk release on key chain...That's it love the rest!!

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