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2006 Hyundai Azera First Drive
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TO THE POINT
What’s New? The Azera is an all new model for 2006, serving as the replacement for Hyundai’s outgoing flagship, the XG350.
Selling Points: Gorgeous styling, a powerful engine, a long list of safety and comfort features, Hyundai’s 100,000-mile powertrain warranty
Deal Breakers: Topping out at near $30,000, the Azera may be priced higher than buyers are willing to pay for a Hyundai.
Our Advice: Commuters will like the styling, comfort, and standard safety features, but driving enthusiasts will be left wanting for a more responsive machine.
MEET THE COMPETITION
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Specifications
Competitors include the Buick LaCrosse CXS, Buick Lucerne, Chevrolet Impala LTZ, Chrysler 300 Limited, Ford Five Hundred Limited, Honda Accord EXL V6, Honda Accord Hybrid, Lincoln Zephyr, Mercury Montego Premier, Nissan Maxima SL, Subaru Legacy 2.5 GT Limited, Toyota Avalon Limited, Volkswagen Passat 3.6L
Test Vehicle: 2006 Hyundai Azera Limited
MSRP: Estimated to be about $27,000; the destination charge is $495
Engine Size and Type: 3.8-liter V6
Engine Horsepower: 263 at 6,000 rpm
Engine Torque: 255 lb.-ft. at 4,500 rpm
Transmission: Five-speed automatic
Curb Weight, lbs.: 3,629
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway): 18/27 mpg
Length: 192.7 inches
Width: 72.8 inches
Wheelbase: 109.4 inches
Height: 58.7 inches
Legroom (front/rear): 43.7/38.2 inches
Headroom (front/rear): 40.2/38.2 inches
Max. Seating Capacity: 5
Max. Cargo Volume: 16.6 cu. ft.
Competitors: Buick LaCrosse CXS, Buick Lucerne, Chevrolet Impala LTZ, Chrysler 300 Limited, Ford Five Hundred Limited, Honda Accord EXL V6, Honda Accord Hybrid, Lincoln Zephyr, Mercury Montego Premier, Nissan Maxima SL, Subaru Legacy 2.5 GT Limited, Toyota Avalon Limited, Volkswagen Passat 3.6L
Photos courtesy of Hyundai Motor America
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About Thom Blackett
Thom Blackett joined Autobytel in 2000 as a Research Analyst with the company's data division, Automotive Information Center (AIC). After four years of pouring through press kits searching for minute details, Thom jumped to Autobytel's editorial team. Born and raised in the state of Maine (no, it's not part of Canada and yes, the proper pronunciation of lobster is "lobstah"), Thom has always been a car nut, using his grandmother's potholders as steering wheels to "drive" around the house as a youngster. His biggest sorrow is never getting to know his grandfather's 1959 Caddy, or the '62 Impala Convertible and '69 Chevy Malibu that his parents once owned. As Autobytel's Road Test Editor, Thom strives to write articles that serve to inform as well as entertain. A proud member of the Motor Press Guild, Thom holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Maine. Comments may be emailed to thomb@autobytel.com.
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