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Unbelievable value
losyaxons, 03/09/2011
2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
23 of 23 people found this review helpful
I have been driving BMW 7 series for the last twenty years and now have a new Equus Ultimate model and cannot imagine a better value. It has the same features as any of the available flagships for 30-40k less. As Hyundai gains market share, it will certainly appreciate in value. Opportunities like this rarely come along. I am in love with this car! Thank you, Hyundai
Amazing car & incredible price
phil109, 04/02/2011
2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
32 of 33 people found this review helpful
I was on my way to buy another S class Mercedes when I hear about the Equus. Try one signature then bought an Ultimate two days after. The car had all details and options you can find on a Mercedes or Bmw, but more convenient, more smooth and more useful, all for a better price. Driving this car is as easy as possible, my only concern will be braking distances who tend to be a little bit longer than on my previous car. I was stunned by the 5y/60.000 miles valet service/maintenance program, a big change from the $400 Mercedes oil change. My local Mercedes dealer have mostly arrogants sales people, I was treated in a better way when I bought the Equus.
Great Price Performance
paul1940, 01/24/2011
2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
15 of 15 people found this review helpful
I saw this car at the State Fair few months ago and have waited for test drive. I have driven about two weeks now and I absolutely love it. I thought my previous L***** is a quite car but this car is even quieter. This car might be the quietest car. All the features that I can find other luxury cars for this price is incredible. That is why I called the title "great price performance." For the reliability, the dealer said I get free maintenance for 5 years. There is no perfect car in the world but the price and performance (features, reliability, build quality, etc) is way better than any other luxury car I ever drove (L***** and B** 5).
Excellent value for the price, amazing deal
sushibricks, 03/10/2011
2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
15 of 15 people found this review helpful
Family recently purchased the car. We've seen the previous generation Equus and saw how popular it was in Korea and decided to give this newer Equus model a try. Two words: Amazing improvement. This model cannot be compared with the previous models. The interior design improved greatly, in fact, Im actually pretty satisfied with the interior improvement. There's even a fridge! The rear seats have plenty of space, they definitely added more space back there because the previous models were a bit uncomfortable if u were in the back seat. Car is very quiet, has plenty of power. If you need a car similar to BMW 7, Benz S Class, or Lexus at a much cheaper price, then this car's the way to go
Unbelievable Car
tgxx, 08/12/2011
2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
32 of 34 people found this review helpful
I smell a rat on these posts,...someone had the gall to rate this car in the 3 star range. This car is truly unbelievable! Let me set the scene,...I walk into the Hyundai show room looking to test drive a few Hyundai products, and out of the corner of my eye I see a gentleman relaxing quite comfortably in the back seat of this beautiful large sedan. Having test driven the Genesis a year ago (not enough headroom for me) I recall thinking, Hmm this is not a Genesis (too big) and begin to investigate this beautiful beast. Within the next 30 min. I completely forget about owning my former dream car (BMW 7 series). No other car on the mkt today surpasses the quality/luxury/value...Period!
Hyundai Equus Signature
clingenpeel, 03/22/2011
2011 Hyundai Equus Signature 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
22 of 23 people found this review helpful
I took delivery of My Signature On Jan 7. It has been a great car to drive. On a trip over the mountains it got 23.3 on regular.b On a trip over flat terrain it go 27,6 mpg. To all the biychers out there, my other car is a Mercedes S Class. The ammenities are the same except the Equus does not have a power trunk lid or automatic door closers. I feel like I just saved $40000
Ultimate!
livi, 09/21/2014
updated 04/03/2024
2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
My Equus Ultimate is one of the nicest cars I've owned. Quiet, handles well and very nice design. Had the S Class Mercedes but stepped out of the box for the Equus. People said "skeptical paying that for a Hyundai" but after riding in it and enjoying the amenities, nothing else said. Case closed. One guy stopped who had a Rolls Royce said he was considering buying an Equus. People often ask what is it (wing emblem on hood) and "heard about it, nice car." I have not been disappointed. It is truly a very nice car and the Equus Connect customer service is top notch, every question answered and any concern taken care of immediately. Love my Equus -- class extraordinaire.
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Effortless Elegance
Christian Phoenix, 04/10/2016
2011 Hyundai Equus Signature 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Definitely the nicest car I have ever owned. And certainly the largest vehicle I have ever owned. I mean it really is a giant luxurious monster. My 6'6" 250lbs friends love the space. The engine Hyundai put in this baby is perfectly paired to move the beast effortlessly down my crowed Atlanta streets. Don't let it's size full you he nimbly moves and heads turn . It takes the bumps and pot holes as if they don't exist. And if you get a little tense in traffic, just activate the massaging driver seat. Electronics are fantastic so many I can't use them all. Wish I could stream Pandora via blue tooth but it would work if I had an iphone. So I have to tether my music. No big deal. My only con is the V8 drinks lots fuel so it might not be the best for daily Atlanta traffic. I wish Hyundai would step up and promote the car more. I named mine Dexter.
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2011 Equus Ultimate IS Just That...
bsdtwd, 09/19/2014
2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Recently a purchased 2011 Equus Ultimate with 40k miles. Pearl White with cashmere leather. Amenities too numerous to list. Super quiet, the design is fantastic and turns heads due to it's rarity on the road. No complaints. Adaptive cruise and lane departure system work flawlessly. The Lexicon Sound is unmatched. Save $20-30,000 by indulging yourself with a fine Equus with an engine that will go forever. No timing belts or broken engine mounts like MB or Audi.
A lot of car for the money
gwpetersburg, 12/24/2011
2011 Hyundai Equus Signature 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
We were looking for a little higher level of luxury and comfort than our 2006 Infiniti M35. We weren't personally drawn to Mercedes, BMW, Audi, or Jaguar. As Infiniti and Lexus owners we test-drove the M37, the LS460. But after driving the Equus, it was our favorite.
5 years ownership review
Steven philipps, 02/17/2019
2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car used being 3 years old and 95 000 miles, thus saving a lot of money on it, without worrying about the mileage since it was obviously highway mileage as the inside was spotless. Fast forward 5 years, the car has now 150 000 miles, and it still drive perfectly, and was very reliable. Here are the things I had to get fix : spark plugs at 102 000 miles despite the 105 000 miles recommend time to change them. They were too weak, too fast and under only 4 years. Then there is the alternator at 135 000 miles, along with the battery few months later. Also will have to get another set of tires soon. It will be the 4th set of tires in 55 000 miles, probably the biggest drawback to this car. Those are expensive and goes really fast. I know I do not drive like a grandma, but still. For comparison, my fast 3.8 v6 Sedona that I drive the same way had the same set of tire for the past 6 years/ 60 000 miles.
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2011 Ultimate review - Great Job Hyundai!
jfortino, 12/27/2011
2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
I have owned 2 Lexus, 2 Acura, Lincoln Navigator and am turning in my Jaguar XF Premium Lease. I have test drove many cars looking for a premium luxury sedan. I took a chance on the Equus after researching for over 2 months and a number of test drives. After taking delivery and putting on 1000 miles - I am stunned at the quality of the vehicle. I was very unsure of my decision to move on a Hyundai, but relied on many of the reviews here and other places. The fit and finish is superb, and contrary to most professional reviews, the exterior of the vehicle is very sharp - I have already had a number of people asking me about the vehicle at a gas station and restaurant! Great job Hyundai!
I traded a BMW 745i for the 2011 Equus
peteranger, 11/12/2014
updated 01/10/2018
2011 Hyundai Equus Signature 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
January 2018 update: Now that I'm driving a car that gets better than 27 mpg across the board, I bristle at the notion of driving a car that gets significantly fewer mpg AND requires premium gas. In my neighborhood, the difference between regular and premium has run as high as $1.00 per gallon. That's a "premium" I don't want to pay. July 2017 update: I traded the Ewuus in on Toyota Highlander a couple of years ago because I needed to have a trailer hitch. Hyundai said I'd void the warranty on several suspension related systems if I added a hitch to the Equus, so I had to trade it away. I still miss the ride. Now that I no longer need the trailer hitch, I may soon revisit the 2018 issue of the Equus, which now is called Genesis? I heard they finally have an all wheel drive version. But I also heard you now have to use premium gas. Hyundai giveth, Hyundai taketh away... Original review: After looking at luxury sedans for about a year, I traded my Bimmer for the Equus without a second thought. The Equus was the first car I got into for a test ride that I felt was more comfortable than the 745. It uses regular gas, gets comparable mileage, is as quiet, comfortable and well equipped as the 745i - for 10s of thousands less. Add the superior warranty and valet service (I haven't been to the dealer for service in nearly 4 years!) Only two demerits: less than stellar iPod implementation (on an otherwise outstanding audio system) and handling that's more boat like than Bimmerish. I'll keep the 2011 until Hyundai delivers an AWD Equus.
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Outstanding car and value
scuff, 01/28/2012
2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I found, to my surprise, that I really like the forward looking camera. The ride and comfort are very good. Quiet and lots of conveniences. Could do without the ashtrays and would like a bit more storage in front. Auto closing trunk is great. I drove LS 460s for 20 years but could not turn down the fabulous value of the Equus. I'm not sorry I switched. I didn't feel I needed the 5 liter engine or 8 speed thansmission. I don't. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this car to anyone. It is a great machine and the service at the dealer has been very good so far.
An outstanding car at an ordinary price
fastmarty, 10/13/2011
2011 Hyundai Equus Signature 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
We have had our Hyundai Equus Signature Sedan now for several weeks. It is an outstanding large luxury car at the price of an intermediate size premium car. The car is silky smooth and quiet in all driving modes and is a joy to drive. The interior is exceedingly comfortable, and the fit and finish is superb. Our only complaint is the rather pedestrian looking exterior styling.
Die hard Equus fan
Karen Y, 05/10/2018
2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have a 2011 ultimate. It performs the same way it did when I first bought it. I think it’s a pretty car and had no reservations about paying that kind of money for a Hyundai. It’s performance and quality that count. Mercedes and BMW’s are over priced. I regret they changed the body style. I’ve had many inquiries over the years and compliments on the style. It was a great investment.
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Finest Car we ever owned!!!!!! But un-reliable!!
John Chavanne, 10/10/2015
updated 10/16/2017
2011 Hyundai Equus Signature 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
This review is for our 2011 Equus. Prior to this we owned 4 Lexus LS sedans (1990,1996,2001,2005). The car is by far smoother and more comfortable and outperforms anything we have ever had. But------------At least 6 ot 8 times we have been faced with a dead battery. Why??? I think two possible reasons. When entering or exiting the car it is very easy to accidently touch the "Trunk Release" button. The trunk lid does not open, just moves up perhaps a 1/4" or so. So unless you grasp the trunk and try to open it and/or slam it you never realize this has happened. Trunk light comes on and a few days later---dead car!!!! Not sure about the latest model but some Hyundais (new Sonata and Genesis) when the button is pushed, open the lid all the way---obvious!! So two fixes--1- Retrofit to raise the lid completely or at least several inches and 2- Install what many competitors have which is a timer that automatically shuts down any accessories/lights that are accidentally left on!! Our dealer and we presume Hyundai refuse to consider this 'fix' and instead are prepared to remove the trunk light!!!! Another contributing factor seems to be that if car is not driven for a couple of weeks the existing systems seem to run the battery down. I installed a trickle charger but the dealer removed it. Sadly, the dealer and Hyundai have spent more in service calls and battery replacements than they would have to do a 'fix' to the problems! At this point we may be looking for a 'lesser' car but one that is reliable!! It would be wonderful if someone at Hyundai or our dealer who is able to make decisions would contact us. Meanwhile the car is gone for at least 3-4 days----again!!!!!!!!!!! Update as of Oct.2016 Trunk light removed. Trunk still opens 'on its own'. Third battery installed by dealer (under warranty). We are driving the car more which helps maintain battery. Dealer reconnected trickle charge cables so if not driven for two weeks or more we can hook up to charger. Despite this aggravation this is the smoothest, quietist, most powerful car we have ever owned. Sadly, Hyundai has dropped the Equus name and it is now the Genesis G 90. My wife plans to hang on to this one for a long time! We get many complements on its looks. Update as of 10/2017--Battery issue seems resolved. According to a WSJ article all the 'high' end cars have issues with battery drain. Believe the last battery installed may be of better quality. We drive the car at least once per week and have had no more dead battery issues. Hyundai in our opinion after spending six years and many $$$$ promoting the Equus did a dumb thing dropping the name. The current G 90 is not as 'appealing' as our 2011 Equus. Finally in our opinion this car is 90%+ of a Mercedes 'S' for about 55% of the price.
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It a nice car.
James, 08/20/2020
2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Make sure turn every light and check every single sensor before signing any paperwork. Check the TPMS sensors and rear vanity rear reading lights especially because I missed the rear reading light and they want to charge 500.00 to replace it. If I didn't test drive and notice TPMS sensor light I bet it would have cost a small fortune!!!! But I caught it in time and yet They keep saying the part is on back order so we will see what happens.....
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Equus Ultimate trumps S600 or 750
bsdtwd, 09/13/2014
updated 03/14/2016
2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Yes it's a Hyundai! The best part is the $20000 or more you get to keep in your pocket when you choose this fine car. Front/ Rear camera's, Adaptive cruise, Alcantara head liner, powered sun shades all around, a refrigerator, recliner and a LCD screen in back. Not to mention a remote for the reclining, vibrating, heated and cooled rear passenger seat. 1000 pounds lighter makes a big difference too. 28 MPG on highway! Update: 3/2016 Still loving the Equus. No problems since purchase. You have to rotate your tires side to side with every oil change (front and rear are different sizes) to avoid premature wear. Hyundai does not have a "camber" adjustment and there are no aftermarket kits due to low volume of production. That was a bit surprising to hear of not being able to adjust something as basic as camber is. Engineering decision I'd imagine??
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Great value, but you get what you pay for...
kpsocal, 10/09/2011
2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have been driving my Ultimate Edition for 6 months now. It drives very nice, has lots of power and is very smooth. This car is an excellent value for the money. However, let's not get carried away. There is a clear difference between the quality of this vehicle and the German luxury sedans. I am starting to experience some shakes and rattles after only 6 months. Also, the iPod interface and Navigation system have some issues. Also, don't expect a world class service experience at the dealership. When I complained about my problems, they returned the car without saying anything and writing on the service ticket "functioning as intended". I wish I had more room to tell you the whole story.
2011 Equus in MD/DC
Kevin, 05/15/2017
2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Yes, it's a Hyundai. For the price, style, economy and features, you cannot beat it. I purchased this car in 2013 with 21,000 miles on it. Primarily used for over-the-road travel and can say, it is worth every penny spent. I changed the standard air filter with one by K&N, which has improved my fuel economy to 17/28, with an average combined economy of 21 mpg.
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What is it ?
Fritz, 09/06/2018
2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Most people want to know what kind of car it is and I tell them it's a Korean Mercedes. Love the cloud like ride, its so smooth. Quite no road noise. I think the hardest thing to get used to is the adaptive cruise control. Yo.u can select hiway, town or heavy traffic control and it will handle the setting. At first you always keep your foot ready to brake but it beats you to it. The only real negative is the STUPID cost of updating the navagation maps. $199 on sale about every 2 years and it takes forever to install updates. Get a garmin with Free updates for life. Lousy corperate decision.
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GREAT CAR. BETTER THAN S CLASS!
stimpack, 06/04/2011
2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
18 of 31 people found this review helpful
Our family owned various German luxury vehicles past years. The common thing about those is poor reliability, and constant break down. Lexus? quite reliable, but not worth the $$$ you spend. (still way better than broken German) The quality of the vehicle is just Great. Better than Lexus, BMW, and Benz. Better ride, better standard equipment, Luxurious Trimming, and features. and save $40,000. Valet service is amazing. I don't have to at the service center all day and lose time and $$$ as I did with the German cars. The ego of Luxury Car dealers is just too high for me. You know, you have to please them to get the service. My advice is, if you want a luxury, and feel good, buy it!
Great Car for the Money
Don McNair, 09/20/2018
2011 Hyundai Equus Signature 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
If you want luxury without paying an arm and a leg, this is a great choice. Hyundai really backs this car up, even after the warranty has expired. (Replaced my chrome wheels at 70,000 because of blisters in the chrome at no charge!)
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2011 Equus - sudden acceleration
equus2011, 04/16/2015
2011 Hyundai Equus Signature 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
6 of 10 people found this review helpful
I bought my Equus in May 2011 as brand new car in Toronto, Canada. I had been very happy with it until its sudden acceleration happened in August 2014. I took it back to the dealership to check for the problem but they couldn't find anything. It happened again twice in the evening of April 2, 2015 but the engineer and technician from Hyundai Canada couldn't find anything wrong again. I don't feel safe to drive it so I traded it for a Genesis Ultimate. I only put in about 52,000KM to the Equus but the trade in value is not good at all. I have no choice as the trade in amount would be even lower if I traded it at the dealership of another brand.
Great vehicle
George Ramirez, 05/06/2018
updated 11/10/2021
2011 Hyundai Equus Signature 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I am replacing this car with g80 this fall.
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Our 2011 Equus
Shermj, 06/21/2018
2011 Hyundai Equus Signature 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bargain for safety, comfort, and features.
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great
rick, 11/25/2018
2011 Hyundai Equus Signature 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
nice car still after 8 years
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Dissapointed with my buy, please don't make the same mistake
brodyhoover, 01/15/2011
2011 Hyundai Equus Signature 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
10 of 85 people found this review helpful
It's a little too early to buy Hyundai as a luxury car. It has great inside features that many top brands have. However, the car is way too long and wide. It's external appearance is "ugly." You can't tell that it is luxury car from it's external appearance. I traded mine in for a Lexus LS 460 and I am much happier with it, although the price is higher. It offers a better external and interior. Hyundai has a long way to be considered a luxury car, but I think this is a start.