Used 2007 Hyundai Azera Consumer Reviews
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Azera versus Avalon
Purchased an Azera Limited late July after researching car over a year. Overall, the car is a terrific value. Have been averaging 25 MPG thus far (combination of 60% highway/40% stop and go city). Compared base limited model to Avalon XL. Avalon has reclining rear seat, affordable six disc CD changer, knee airbag and a couple of other features. Compared to Avalon XL, Azera limited offered heated leather seats, 17 inch alloys, standard traction and stability control, active head restraints, rear side airbags, fog lamps, heated wipers, homelink and compass, rear sunshade and air quality system to name a few things, all for a transaction price of $1,000 less than my best deal on Avalon
07 azera se
Great performance--22 around town and about 28 on hwy--don't trust the computer mpg calculations. Lots of compliments on styling etc.-- dealerships seem to want to please but the jury is still out on this one. I did buy a used tucson based on this azera performance.
3rd Update since purchase.
Just completed a 750 mile trip to Midlothian, VA from Columbus, NC. Car performed like a charm. Extremely comfortable. According to on-board trip computer, I averaged 29.7 mpg at highway speeds up to 70mph. Better then I ever imagined. Lay off the "heavy foot" and you will love the car.
GREAT CAR
I've had my Azera now for 6 months and have had no problems not even minor. The fit, finish and curb appeal is awesome. I get more compliments from strangers and friends than I can even count. I will continue to buy from Hyundai since they have the best cars at the best prices. No Toyota, Nissan, BMW or Mercedes of equal size can compare in my opinion.
Updated Review
I now have 5,000 miles on the car and have made several trips of 125 up to 650 miles. Everything is perfect about the car, except the ride over mildly rough roads. It bounces and the car ends up with excess body float combined with sharp wheel motion on anything less than perfectly smooth roadways. That sharp wheel motion isnt soaked up by the suspension; its transferred to the cabin in the form of impact harshness. It bounces up and down on anything other than perfectely smooth pavement. Hyundai is replacing a lot of shocks, but that really isn't solving the problem. Plan to have mine replaced under warranty and hoping for the bes Fantastic car in all respects except for ride.
I love my Azera
I bought this car from auction with 12300 miles. I've driven it from Kansas to Canada, and loved every minute of the trip. We got about 28 mpg on the interstate, and about 27 over-all on the trip. I'm 6' and about 220 lbs, and find the car to be very comfortable, something I was worried about. I can't believe how quiet it is, whether on the road, or just idling in the driveway. The sound system is quite nice, and the driving controls are very handy and easy to get used to. I've owned two Lincolns and would rate the Azera right with them for much less money. It beats the Accord I owned by a mile. You might not want this car if you care what other people think.
Northwest Opinion
Always fun to drive. Plenty of pep and a comfortable ride even for a 6' 1" 190 lb guy. I enjoy all the "bells and whistles" with my Limited. A rear window shade is an unusual and useful perk. The electric operation of side view mirrors is excellent.
Update of Winner in Columbus, NC
I submitted my first review on 4/22/07. I have just finished a trip of 600 miles round-trip. The car performs better then I first reported. The is NO front end "floating" on the highway as I experienced with my 2005 Avalon. The Azera tracks and stays on the road. It is one terrific car.
Newest Hyundai
I only have 2200 miles so far but the only problem has been a rebalance of the front tires. Most driving is on freeways with minimal surface street driving. Mileage is well within expected ranges and comfort is great. The select shift has proven itself in mountain driving being able to control down hill speed and curves easily.
Great Car.
Great car!! We have had Nissan Maximas and loved them, but the new style and price of the latest left us looking for competitors. What we found was a better car at a much better price than the Maxima or the Avalon.
If you can find a better car, Buy It!
I am 55 and have been driving for 40 years and have owned countless cars including a '97 Cadillac Eldorado. I just traded in our 2004 Sonata for a 2007 Azera Limited with Ultimate Option Group 25. The Azera is the single best value on the market! Nothing compares at this price point. I shopped and compared everything in the under $40K range from Audi, Ford, GM, Chrysler, Benz, Toyota, Lexus, Nissan, Lincoln, Cadillac, etc, etc, etc. Some of the models road a little better, some had a little more horsepower, some a little better styling but none can put the ride/handling, horsepower, styling, warranty into a package like the Azera and sell it for under $30K.
Original Review, Revisited
It's time to update the original review, now that the car 8.2k miles ... and the news is all good! Mileage has improved, w/ 30 per gallon on a recent roadtrip into the Rocky Mountains here in CO, with intermittent use of the air-conditioning and road speeds of 45 - 75. The cruise control definitely helps. This car purred while easily and smoothly passing big rigs on two-lane, twisty mountain roads ... revved it up to 95 for a quarter-mile sprint and the engine quietly, confidently roared! The cabin is quiet, the seats are comfy even after an eight hour drive. My friends who have Honda, Acura and Audi LOVE this car and its price!
She's a Beauty
This is a great car with a great ride. The little touches of luxury definitely make you take a second look to see what car you're in. I get many compliments on my car and I'm glad I made the purchase.
Buy for price, keep it for quality!
The Azera Limited, in Ultimate trim, is more comfortable than my previous Avalon and cost $7k less. Quiet, smooth, and powerful with maximum safety equipment - can't beat for anything but resale value.
Hyundai is the new Volvo
First of all, how can anyone complain about the mileage when you know exactly what you're getting? Always amazes me. And for the size, weight, and acceleration of this vehicle, what were you expecting? This car continues to amaze me. Excellent fit and finish. Extremely thoughtful design all over. Reserved finesse.
Switcher to Azera
After owning a fine Honda and a fine Maxima, I decided to renew research and test driving before selling my 2000 Maxima to one of my sons. I researched as if I were getting a PhD and was surprised to find the research, testing, and then ownership of the Azera has proved to be excellent.
I Love My Car...
This is the best car I've ever owned. It would be "perfect" if it were a 2-seater convertible, but I'm extremely happy with it. Fuel economy could be "greener" but it's a big car, so... It's extremely comfy on short and long rides and my friends continually ask, "This is a Hyundai?" I really don't have any bad things to say which is rare since it's my 17th car. I tend to switch cars every year or two, but can see myself keeping this one for quite awhile...at least until the new Hyundai Genesis hits showrooms! Don't smirk before you try it. You will be pleasantly surprised how nice the Azera is...especially if you're over the sky high repair bills of Mercs and BMWs.
Great car for the price
Researched for 3 months with test driving both Azera and Avalon. 18 years of Toyota ownership, the last 6 in Avalons, decided on the Azera. Felt that fit-and-finish,quietness, and power as good if not better than Avalon. Transmission and shifting was better than Avalon. We like the exterior and interior looks better than Avalon. Slight concern on reliability but with warranty not a big deal. Had to take Avalons in for reliability issues. Drive is not better or worse than Avalon just different, still very nice. We find the car fun to drive. You get a lot of features as standard features. Especially like that trunk size is 16.6 vs. Avalon's 14.0. cubic ft. Would recommend.
Snug as a bug in a rug
I was looking for a full size and safe car (grandson). Everything I read or researched said this was the car for me. I love it. Smooth comfortable ride,quiet as an atheist in church,plenty of oomph,safety can't be beat. On highways or good back roads it is a dream. Sometimes on rough roads or going over expansion joints on cement roads there is an intrusion of noise into the normally dead silent interior which usually simply engulfs you with serenity. No hint of looseness and a smooth push of power when you need or want it. I assume the safety features work as well as the rest of the car. I have zero regrets in my choice and I am sure I will like this car just as much years from now.
The Azera is a great car!
Having owned a number of luxery cars that were far pricier than the Azera, I really think tjhis car is a great value. The interior is very nice and upscale. The ride is soft and smooth, and this might be the quietest car I have ever driven! Plenty of power, good handling... what else could you ask for? I have read many of different reviews on the various Azera forums and have experienced none of the problems that have been discussed.
I'm Still Smiling
After the issues that I've had with my dealearship, I'm still very happy with my purchase. The car rides beautifully! Although other say they get 20-23 mpg I'm only getting 17.5 but maybe because of my lead foot or either an issue with the display. I tell everyone that I know that I have an Azera and they say a what??? I'm in a way glad that I'm not seeing myself 1000x's on the road.
No excuses & almost absurdly high value!
I am an all-around car nut, been through 3 BMW 5-series, two Tauruses, a Volvo, two Buicks, 3 Jag XJs. This car makes NO excuses. It is not groomed enough to be a full-blooded European sport-luxury sedan but its powertrain, suspension, steering, aesthetics inside & out, and feature set, is every bit the equal of Japanese and Swedish competitors. If you expect a quick, smooth ride, with a silky-smooth transmission, reasonable fuel economy, and a ton of features that make you happy every time you get in the car, then this car is a 10/10 across the board. I give it such high ratings because it does what it says it does almost to perfection. My wife doesn't miss her Vanden Plas one iota!!!
best value
Hyundai Azera provide the best value for the segment. For the price, it is the best equipped with a well defined interior space, nice and easy driving, and a good torque. You will have a continued satisfaction as you drive Azera. Just go for it.
2007 Azera
Great car. Only things I would fix are simple.. Trunk lid drips water into trunk when you open after washing or rain.. Windshield washer devices mounted on hood are distracting... car feels top heavy when cornering but have not flipped it yet. Actually has too much headroom.. I'm 6'1" and I have at least 3 " of clearance. Overall milage is 27.3 m.pg which includes 90 % highway miles at 70 mph + now have over 24,000 miles in 1 year. Wheels protrude a bit so junk and rocks etc. tend to hit sides of car.. small mudflaps would help or the design could enclose the wheels better. Wiper controls are complicated.. when you figure it out they are great..
Amazing Car For Price
This is a comfortable, smooth riding, luxurious car with loads of standard features that would be optional on many vehicles. This is my second Hyundai, and I'm thrilled again. I researched cars extensively before purchasing the Azera Limited - nothing came close. You get so much car for the money.
pursuit of satisfaction
Azera provides the best value in the entry level luxury family sedan segment. As you purchase it, you will inevitably pursue satisfaction. The best value and satisfaction come with: quiet and roomy interior driving fun from high-torgue engine no worry with 10 year warranty sophiscated exterior styling etc. Upgrade yourself with upgraded Hyundai
Actually it's not a cheap car!
Being a Korean, I had many cars from Hyundai before comming to US 10 yrs ago. This one is the best of all (including Avalon I owned in the US). Silky ride and super quietness and the reliability also seems to reach the level of other big name brands. Let me tell you one thing. Some folks even compared this one with Lexus GS, but that's actually not a super surprising comparison. When I visited Korea last summer, I found that the MSRP of Azera GLS (Limited edition is not even available) is around USD 4k in Korea. That said, this car actually is not a cheap car at all, just provided in low price to get into the US market.
great value
Very little problems in the first year of ownership. Service departments are topnotch and will consider buying a Hyundai in the future. More dealerships would be helpful, it is 45 miles to closest dealer.
SO FOND OF IT
This is it. For this value, Bill Gate would drive Azera. I am completely satisfied with 07 Azera because it drives so smooth and powerfully. Infinity audio system is better than Bose system of FX 35 my wife drives. I test drove ES350, 300M, BMW 530i and so on, but this is the BEST! I look forward to meeting Genesis ( advanced from Azera, I hope )
Hyundai Finally Reaches Luxury Class
Traded my 2000 Lexus GS300 on this 2007 Azera. The Azera is of solid build, very quiet in the cabin, has very comfortable seats, and pretty strong amenity package. Whilst is is not quite as luxurious inside as the current mid & upper end Lexus', not quite as fun to drive as the BMW & Mercedes, at $10-15K less, it should cause anyone stretching to buy one of these vehicles or one considering an Infiniti or Acura to take pause and review this car. Even my kids asked who Hyundai was until they rode in this very roomy car. It is truly a winner and will put Hyundai on the map of near-luxury and luxury cars in the future!!!
Love It!!!!
I was looking for a car I could drive 25,000 per year and was fuel efficient. I was looking at the 2008 Sonata and to get the features I wanted I had to get the Limited with the leather. The salesman asked me to see if I would consider another car so he showed me the Azera. I am so glad he did. This car has tons of room and extremely quiet. Co-workers have quickly commented on how quiet it is. With about 1300 miles on the car I am averaging 27.3 mpg according to the trip computer. I love the cloth seats because living in Florida with leather can be a challenge for the bottom. The seats are very comfy The A/C cools the car quickly. I would highly recommend this car!!
I love my Hyundai's .....but
Good price, and lots of goodies for the price. Great ride, and if you take care of them, they will not only turn heads on the higher end vehicles, but also keep going for years to come. I kept my XG350 and continue to drive it in tandem with my Azera. However, Hyundai does a poor job in transport. Visually inspect any new purchase very closely. They are poor when it comes to care after it leaves the plant. Deep scratches and sometimes missing clearcoat spots seem to be a problem with Hyundai and the attitude extends to it's dealerships.
Stiff Seats
I bought my Azera last spring after researching a number of comparable models. I chose the Azera because of its Consumer Reports ratings compared to other similar models, and the value for all the goodies I wanted. My only complaint is that the seats are incredibly uncomfortable. I thought the seats would soften up but after a year they're just not any better. I found my MPG got much better after my 15 month tune-up when they did the injector service. I'm now getting about 24-25mpg, with close to 28-29 if I do nothing but highway driving.
hyundai is the way to go!
I traded my 2004 Maxima with only 27,000 miles for the 2007 Azera limited w/ultimate package in August, 2007. My purchase was based on the features included with the car, especially 8 airbags! The Azera outshines my old car in everything wanted or desired in an automobile. The turning radius is unbelievable compared to my trade-in. My wife loves the way the Azera handles, as I do.
poor fuel performance
This is an excellent car as a whole . Great radio . Rides smoothly and has excellent pickup. Automatic climate controls work nicely. I have had this car since Nov 07 and have driven 4700 miles since then.
Outstanding Car!!
I researched a bunch of cars, came close to buying a Toyota Camry vs. Nissan Altima until I read about the Hyundai. I went to the local dealer to look at a 2009 Sonata and ended up falling in love with a used 2007 Azera. This is by far the best car I've ever owned for a fraction of the price I paid for Mercedes, BMW, Volvo, and Audi. Congratulations to the South Koreans for producing an outstanding car! In contrast to other reviews I get about 20 mpg around town and 28-33 on the road.
My One and Only for 15 Years! Original Buyer!
Love My Stereo System including the 6 -CD CHANGER!
Azera Vibrations
The Azera has a vibration issue related to the 17" Michelin MXV4 tires. Michelin dealers won't replace the tires even after 2 dealers found problems with them, because they didn't sell them. Hyundai won't replace them (300 miles on the second set. Two sets vibrate!)and customer support won't discuss it beyond saying it's Michelin's problem. 17" low profile tires require nylon that remembers the flat after parking especially in cold temps. Shipping from Korea really puts a flat spot in them that won't come out with driving. Tech bulletins reveal the problem, but Hyundai will not resolve it. Very poor customer relations from Michelin and Hyundai. Demand non-factory tires before buying.
Very poor instrument panel poor fuel
The instrument panel lighting is so poor in sunlight can't see odometer or trip meter or Cruise set indicator. Tires have vibration. Poor fuel 23 mpg. Transmission does funny things, as if it does not want to release when coasting. Should have bot another Buick Lesabre, 27 mpg over 68,000 miles.
Love my Azera Limited
In the past I have purchased/driven Honda Accords, Toyota Avalon, VW Passat, Mazda 6 but this Hyundai Azera is the best car I have had yet. A friend who has a new Cadillac STS drove my Azera and could not believe how much it was like his Cadillac. I call the Azera my poor man's Cadillac. Drives wonderful in the snow and ice (good tires). Current mileage at 11,000 miles is 19.6 mpg. But it runs great on regular unleaded, saving me the cost of premium fuel. A few bad paint spots, paint seems soft. But beautiful gold color, etc. No problems at all. Purchased with Ultimate package.
BETTER and BETTER EACH DAY
I research this site among others before buying and I definitely am happy after 3 months. So glad I finally decided to get rid of my volvo s80, which was always a headache. I get 28mpg on highways on my Azera, which surprised me. I love the sound system, xm radio, seats wipers and auto dimming on mirrors. I bought a garmin gps which tucks neatly into the open storage under the radio.
Happy Azera Owner
This car has the look of cars in the $35,000 to $45,000 price range. In handles extremely well and has good acceleration. Trunk space is unbelievable.