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SuperGLS
03-05-2007, 11:50 PM
This time they are winning awards from Kiplinger's. Good for Hyundai. The more awards for Hyundai should equal more sales for Hyundai which should lead to Hyundai producing more cars which should lead to Hyundai taking more chances on stuff we want to see from them.


FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 03/05/2007 Kiplinger’s Personal Finance named the Hyundai Sonata GLS and Azera Limited “Best in Class” in the annual buyer’s guide “Best of 2007 Cars” awards.

Kiplinger’s Personal Finance editors and analysts evaluated nearly 500 new models and selected winners in nine price categories from small economy cars to crossovers, large SUVs and luxury sedans. They also assessed sticker and dealer prices, projected resale values and fuel costs.

The Azera Limited beat the Toyota Camry and Nissan Altima for “Best in Class” in the $25,000 – $30,000 sedan category, which included a cross-section of midsize and large sedans with premium features. According to Kiplinger’s editors’, “Entry-luxe features, such as heated leather seats, dual climate controls, power rear sunshade and 17-inch wheels, are standard, at a value price. With the $2,500 Ultimate package, you also get a moonroof, ten-speaker Infinity audio system and rain-sensing windshield wipers. The comprehensive warranty is five years/60,000 miles.” Azera also offers standard safety technologies including Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and side and curtain airbags.

The Sonata GLS won “Best in Class” in the under $20,000 sedan category. Kiplinger’s editors stated, “A full array of standard safety features plus 16 cubic feet of cargo room push the Sonata to the head of its pack. With 162 horsepower, this fuel-thrifty four cylinder is no slouch. Speaking of slouching, long-legged drivers and passengers rejoice — no car in this class matches the Sonata’s 44 inches of front legroom and 37 inches in the rear.”

“The Azera and Sonata are both excellent examples of Hyundai’s commitment to outstanding quality, standard life-saving safety technologies and unbeatable value,” said John Krafcik, vice president of Strategic Plann

I like Hyundai.

hyunelan2
03-05-2007, 11:57 PM
I previously thought that 100% my next Hyundai would be a Sonata... however, the Azera continues to creep into the realm of consideration. Still, 2 more years until the Elantra is scheduled for replacement, so we'll see.

Both good cars. Glad someone is noticing.

Cypher
03-06-2007, 12:15 AM
awesome for hyundai. i loooooove the look of the sonata but the azera is very appealing as well. if i had a family i'd defintely look into it.