Don't be misjudged, when they're talking about Hyundai market share they also mean Hyundai +Kia.. that's about all Korea offers..
Now imagine if every Japanese auto brand diverges, Toyota+Honda+Nissan+Mazda+Suzuki etc etc.. You will have a mega empire..
And hyundai has its fair share of problems like any other car company.. And these are the booming years of Hyundai, they've reached their peak and cannot make better looking cars because they have used up all their great ideas on low end cars
@ matrox - The key is this Sonata recall was voluntary unlike Toyota. It is about how much the manufatures care about consumer's safety. Do your research.
@ matrox - The key is this Sonata recall was voluntary unlike Toyota. Machine is a machine. It is about how much the manufatures care about consumer's safety. Do your research.
Hyundai just had a recall of steering issues saying the steering wheel may come completely off the column in your hands! Sounds like a 3 stooges gag but its a real recall.
@Em12k Which is why it's one of the highest selling cars this year, one of the most highly recommended cars, and also has a very high safety rating. Hyundai has redesigned the Sonata completely. Only thing it shares with previous models is the name. It's a great car. Proud to own a Hyundai.
In both mid range and high range rpm, the Euro 5 engines of the Hyundai and Mazda could not close in on the rear bumper of the Euro 3 Honda. Given an advantage with its older and less choking emissions control, the Accord, despite having just a 4-speed slush-box was not for the overtaking.
Recently, I had the pleasure to drive the latest Sonata with the 2.4-liter Theta engine. This engine uses the latest software to optimize its dual valve timing for intake and exhaust. Mated to a sophisticated 6-speed transmission, it should be able to make up for its lack of a V-TEC. The same can be said for the latest Mazda 6 with a 2.5-liter 16-valve 5-speed. But both were no match to a stock 1999 Honda Accord with a first generation 2.3-liter V-TEC.
Twenty years ago, If I said that Hyundai will be the one of the top automotive company in the world, people would have laughed but now, look where they are. They passed Ford and is the fourth largest company.
People who is underestimating Hyundai better look out.
there is a jap that'd better look who really it was & what toyota, mazda were from the beginning, b4 ruffling others'. they were totally, absolutely, and undoubtedly fuxxing craps!!. LoL.
he was enjoying that those craps were better than others. but look what's happening aound the globe now. shame on them and him. and sure hyundai will do fxxxing anything to make that a-hole and japs morons. LoL.
Superb manufacturing tech', incredible efficiency, contribute drastic reduction on Cost,, Unprecedented quality control, brings " the most reliable car brand in the world" quoted by every owners of Hyundai/Kia recent time,... Hey losers down there, dont bark ancient story,
all these companys ur talking about have a very long background in the automotive industry.. while hyundai is just starting to hatch... give it time !
Not thrilled. Gonna buy a Toyota just cause they're still good quality, and I'd much rather drive in a dangerous Japanese car then a lame unsafe piece of shit. . .
Who told you that! Hyundai/Kia cars are safe and they will beat the Japanese soon. I don't see any advantage of the Japanese cars over the new Korean cars. Hyundai/Kia cars improved a lot during the last three years. It is an evolution process. Wait and see.
Well for one thing, actually a few things. Hyundai vehicles comes standard with abs, traction control, stability conrtol, six airbags and side curtains, break assist , steering wheeles with control buttons. with a 2010 tuscon it is also equipped with blutooth on steering wheel and its voice command and so much more safety features. now im telling hyundai and kia are safe to drive than a toyota and honda.
Wow, who brainwashed you? Honestly, gullable suckers like you only buy crappy cars like hyundais and kia cause you think there is "safety" to them. To be honest, no cars are perfectly safe, but hyundais and kias were never safe back then, so what makes them so suddenly safe? They use the money to advance the style and looks so kids and people who don't know any better would buy them.
??? hyundai already got top safety picks for there cars . Hyundai ranks 4th in reliability behind porsche lexus and cadillac. Do some research and then make comments you wouldnt sound so stupid. Hyundai uses money to build high tech engines thats why the sonata is best in its class for mpg and has the only direct injection in its class and also will have a hybrid that uses lithium polymer batteries and no other hybrid has that. You like mazdas enough said LMAO
One out of how many? Exactly. People are slowly realizing that their safety sucks, so they build this sonata to basically say, "Nuh uh, we're safe too!" Lets see if they can keep it up.
@JPMazda Sonata is an IIHS top safety pic,has been more than once and it received great marks on reliability. Stop bullshitting. We get it, you like Mazda! Fine! The story is not about you or your fucking Mazda!
@AALSHERRI My guess is that someone hasn't checked the latest safety ratings. Hyundai is doing quite well in safety. My wife researched the hell out of cars/SUVs before she pulled the trigger and bought our 2007 Santa Fe.
@BGSUALUMNI You're the third person saying that. Also have two Fords, a Chevy, Mitsubishi, and two Mazdas. Thinking of adding a Nissan Maxima and Kia Soul to the collection. (Yes, Soul is a very fun car to have. LOL, Wanna admit that. :D )
LOL. People talk about Hyundai's door handle recalls, but yet Toyota had to recall 8.5 million automobiles because of unintentional breaking and accleration.
Even with that mass recalls, Toyota still holds the top share in NOrth America, next to Ford. And Toyota is recovering fast from that shock like this month their selling has grown to 50% from the last month. Whereas Hyundai still has a lower share in NA than even recalled Toyota
Really? Because according to my research it saids the opposite. During 2009-2010 Toyota sells dropped by 4% while Hyundai/Kia rose 8%. When Toyota had that mass recall it dropped even further by 2%. So I dont know where your getting your information.
@CHASE06051990 According to Detroit Reuters, Toyota`s sellings increased to 41% in March and became the No.2 car giant in North America, with the top is GM and Ford was No.3. It is recovering very fast, faster than I imagined. Even Nissan was increased by 43.3% but Hyndai was only 15.4%. This is amazing b/c these two had a mass recall problem and yet recovering superbly, whereas Hyundai is struggling to increase its share but not much successful
@bronsonekkman wrong, Hyundai never lost market share like toyota and the big 3, they have kept improving even during the downturn, so they had no low to snap back from. They will become the big contenders over the next 3 years. They are selling in every segment.
@raincityusa2010 Who knows? Maybe Hyndai too will have a mass recall problem and suffer a downturn. Nothings sure in this world. Even Toyota problem was in its majority a US propaganda to attack Toyota b/c Toyota became the No.1 car giant in US a few yrs ago. If ever Hyndai becomes a giant like Toyota, downturn is inevitable- if ever that would happen- hypothetically.
@bronsonekkman toyota actually profitted from the recals.. people traded in their prius for new non prius vehicles worth more and their sales were up 21% globally.. over half a million sold
@XenoRacing and over 40% in NA and 50% in Japan in March. Also Toyota`s HV tech will dominate the auto world. Already 4 different companies ( Ford, Mazda, Nissan, Fuji steel) were given its tech license.
@EliteSlayer542 Exactly! If you fuck with it like your not supposed to you could break it. Doesn't that apply to everything. If I close my fridge door and there is a gallon of milk in the way, guess what? It isn't going to close! People are so dumb. I really wish I could afford one of these. That car is smokin' and it's built right here in the US baby.
Toyota's been replacing all the soft rubber materials(feels better and better noise absorbing material) with hard plastic looks alike. I recent purchased Highlander and realized here and there the materials been replaced with cheap plastic looks like soft rubber material. Next time I wouldn't think about buying toyota again.. even with top of the line limited you still have to buy tons of accessories and real price tops off 42k..
Only Jap. automakers earned public trust on reliability,, Wonder why? Thanks to cheap gargabe American automakers. Now Hyundai's long effort brings up on top. ppl Still trying to be loyal to Jap.automakers but they know the time is coming.. pity,, Civic 's over priced.. Toyota's been cheating customers and finally got choked..
yes , some hyundais are made in the alabama plant in the usa, hyundai has one of the most advanced assembly plants in the world here in the usa. and for GM most of their cars are now made in china. thats why alot of gm's suck!
2011 will also see Genesis get a Hyundai badge, Equus on the Streets, and with a new GDI system Genesis Sedan might get 30 MPG in the V6.
2011 Sonata has 20 more HP than 2011 Buick Regal and 5 more MPG than Regal. The Sonata Turbo will have 40 more (275 HP) HP than Regal GS, and 5 more MPG as well. They will be both just as equipped, but SONATA WILL BE $7K CHEAPER!!!!
Sonata also has 3 less HP than Lexus IS 250, and 9 more MPG!!
Hyundai sells very good because it has americas best warranty, its engines have been super reliable surpassing the reliability of american cars and are about equal to a japanese car, although hyundai's style was very bland before its going through a huge change now with better desirable styling, luxury like materials, incredible gas mileage and still keeping a lower price than the competition. most hyundai's now come with a ZF transmission too, ZF trannys are found in Bmw, mercedes and Lexus.
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Hyundai and it's cousin, KIA, remind me of knock-offs of a coveted product. While they have some appeal, once that new car fever is over, it's over. Take the Forte Koup for example. Why would you spend $20-$21k for a loaded Koup SX, when you can have the original--the Civic EX Coupe--for the same amount of money? As for the Sonata, it looks okay, but the reality is that it's just another Standard Louie in an already overcroweded field of contenders vying for your attention--and money.
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Yes. Extra horses under the hood aren't enough to sway me, not when I consider the Civic's reputation for reliability, resale value...and the fact that it doesn't look like a cheap toy. After a month of Civic ownership, I'd still be happy. I could not say the same for the Koup, no matter how inexpensive in comparison.
So you feel quailfied to judge both cars even though you don't own either one of them?....... How do you know you'll happy or not if don't own one? Plus it's funny how you say it looks like a toy when you said it's a knock off of the Civic. That would make the Civic toyish looking as well. Your not making a very good case for the Civic over a Koup.
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I didn't write that I never owned a Civic; I have. I can state without hesistance that I personally wouldn't be happy, long term, with the Koup simply because it lacks appeal to me. Taste is subjective, but in my eyes the KIA looks 'cheap' because, aesthetically, it lacks finesse and refinement. I'm not trying to make a case for the Civic; it speaks for itself. If your interest lies with the Koup, go for it--I don't have to make the monthly payments.
I'm glad you clarified your position. You don't like the way the car looks but you really don't know anything else about it...or a newer Civic. Like you said looks are subjective.
Is there a point to this? I know all I need to know about Honda's in general and certainly a Civic. Beyond this however, what's your point? It's very clear you like KIA--good for you. Buy it; enjoy it; end of story.
they sell because they cost less and have that warranty...I'll take a max over a sonata anytime...I have owned 3 sonatas and now they have the honda clone(sonata)
The hyundai's are nice to look at & interiors wise. The only thing is that maybe what's closet to the sonata is probably the nissan maxima which is very nice looking. What i like is hyundai's cars, the sonanata has about the same luxurys as a maxima, but the maxima is faster, more expensive(lasts more than 5yr lifespan) & you get the option of the gps. So, far hyundai needs to step up the luxury interiors for like maybe faster engines, gps so u don't have to travel to best buy for $200.00 gps.
i really like the new hyundai's that have come out. but that's just looks.
when it comes to performance, they often fall short of the competition and that's where it's a tough sell.
also, they're not cheap. they're priced about $10-15K under what they hope to compete against but that doesn't really matter when people who are looking at the competition are more than willing to pay that price and are looking for the performance and even the brand image.
chevy, ford, hyundai, and kia, and maybe even subaru, have all stepped up their games. i think chrysler needs to do the same to keep afloat, or at least until fiats start rolling in
Well hyundai's are like american cars. the only difference is that they have a better waranty cause we all know both break down. Hyundai's are also cheaper to repair.
exactly maybe some look for a car that lasts 5 years but i look longer not to mention as soon as you drive a hyundai off the lot it loses the most value of any other car brand except pontiac.
the new sonata looks very good, better than lexus Es350, but the ones that will probably be changing the face of hyundai will be next years release of the new accent, elantra and the equus.
Sonata: not a smooth drivetrain
3089280288 1 year ago
Don't be misjudged, when they're talking about Hyundai market share they also mean Hyundai +Kia.. that's about all Korea offers..
Now imagine if every Japanese auto brand diverges, Toyota+Honda+Nissan+Mazda+Suzuki etc etc.. You will have a mega empire..
And hyundai has its fair share of problems like any other car company.. And these are the booming years of Hyundai, they've reached their peak and cannot make better looking cars because they have used up all their great ideas on low end cars
airtouch01 1 year ago
@MrA82361 no I don't live in the 80's I just have my bad experiences with Hyundai each to they own right?
Em12k 1 year ago
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@ matrox - The key is this Sonata recall was voluntary unlike Toyota. It is about how much the manufatures care about consumer's safety. Do your research.
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xriskim 1 year ago
Hyundai just had a recall of steering issues saying the steering wheel may come completely off the column in your hands! Sounds like a 3 stooges gag but its a real recall.
matrox 1 year ago
no matter how much chrome or how much funky designs they make for hyunais..... its still a hyundai...
Em12k 1 year ago
@Em12k which i would gladly drive over most car manufacturers. You still living in 1980's?
MrA82361 1 year ago
@Em12k Which is why it's one of the highest selling cars this year, one of the most highly recommended cars, and also has a very high safety rating. Hyundai has redesigned the Sonata completely. Only thing it shares with previous models is the name. It's a great car. Proud to own a Hyundai.
realhistory2 1 year ago
In both mid range and high range rpm, the Euro 5 engines of the Hyundai and Mazda could not close in on the rear bumper of the Euro 3 Honda. Given an advantage with its older and less choking emissions control, the Accord, despite having just a 4-speed slush-box was not for the overtaking.
trinoma88 1 year ago
@trinoma88 Ah yes of course,the sonata is heavier same for the mazda that is why,honda make their cars very very light
Bomchilaka 1 year ago
@Bomchilaka i agree with you, yes that's technology at work
trinoma88 1 year ago
Recently, I had the pleasure to drive the latest Sonata with the 2.4-liter Theta engine. This engine uses the latest software to optimize its dual valve timing for intake and exhaust. Mated to a sophisticated 6-speed transmission, it should be able to make up for its lack of a V-TEC. The same can be said for the latest Mazda 6 with a 2.5-liter 16-valve 5-speed. But both were no match to a stock 1999 Honda Accord with a first generation 2.3-liter V-TEC.
trinoma88 1 year ago
@trinoma88 why say that when u hate korean junk?
trollsALWAYSneedmeds 10 months ago
Hyundai is slow in getting into the race world, but the Coupe is going to take over the race world.
musclekid13 1 year ago
@musclekid13 hahah yeah luv to c that happen not! never beat a camaro vette ctcv keep dreamin lil boi
cholodesanfe87 1 year ago
@cholodesanfe87 On the track possibly in a straight line no. All it takes is money.
musclekid13 1 year ago
Twenty years ago, If I said that Hyundai will be the one of the top automotive company in the world, people would have laughed but now, look where they are. They passed Ford and is the fourth largest company.
People who is underestimating Hyundai better look out.
MUSlC1213 1 year ago 5
@blitz8boi they really have destroyed competition since 2008 but they made ugly cars back in the 90s.
candywrapp 1 year ago
over 30 people killed due to faults of toyota in US.
toyota goes bit too fast and take things for granted, usinng cheap parts ,results in poorer quality
trafalgarstreet 1 year ago
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there is a jap that'd better look who really it was & what toyota, mazda were from the beginning, b4 ruffling others'. they were totally, absolutely, and undoubtedly fuxxing craps!!. LoL.
he was enjoying that those craps were better than others. but look what's happening aound the globe now. shame on them and him. and sure hyundai will do fxxxing anything to make that a-hole and japs morons. LoL.
ejkahn1 1 year ago
Superb manufacturing tech', incredible efficiency, contribute drastic reduction on Cost,, Unprecedented quality control, brings " the most reliable car brand in the world" quoted by every owners of Hyundai/Kia recent time,... Hey losers down there, dont bark ancient story,
oustwikjper 1 year ago
They like Korean products only because they are cheap
guiwyehj 1 year ago
speak in the mic more, piss!
iamxeddiex 1 year ago
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All I see in North America is GM, Ford, Toyota, Honda, Acura, Nissan, Volkswagen, Chevy. Where is Hyndai? Oh, I see lots in slums. lol
koikejumei 2 years ago
all these companys ur talking about have a very long background in the automotive industry.. while hyundai is just starting to hatch... give it time !
iAmJush 2 years ago 2
@koikejumei Actually if you check you see more Chevy's and old Toyota's in slums. But you know where you live...am I right.?
BGSUALUMNI 1 year ago
Not thrilled. Gonna buy a Toyota just cause they're still good quality, and I'd much rather drive in a dangerous Japanese car then a lame unsafe piece of shit. . .
JPMazda 2 years ago
@JPMazda
Who told you that! Hyundai/Kia cars are safe and they will beat the Japanese soon. I don't see any advantage of the Japanese cars over the new Korean cars. Hyundai/Kia cars improved a lot during the last three years. It is an evolution process. Wait and see.
AALSHERRI 2 years ago 3
Well for one thing, actually a few things. Hyundai vehicles comes standard with abs, traction control, stability conrtol, six airbags and side curtains, break assist , steering wheeles with control buttons. with a 2010 tuscon it is also equipped with blutooth on steering wheel and its voice command and so much more safety features. now im telling hyundai and kia are safe to drive than a toyota and honda.
kikinisyun 1 year ago
@AALSHERRI
Wow, who brainwashed you? Honestly, gullable suckers like you only buy crappy cars like hyundais and kia cause you think there is "safety" to them. To be honest, no cars are perfectly safe, but hyundais and kias were never safe back then, so what makes them so suddenly safe? They use the money to advance the style and looks so kids and people who don't know any better would buy them.
JPMazda 1 year ago
??? hyundai already got top safety picks for there cars . Hyundai ranks 4th in reliability behind porsche lexus and cadillac. Do some research and then make comments you wouldnt sound so stupid. Hyundai uses money to build high tech engines thats why the sonata is best in its class for mpg and has the only direct injection in its class and also will have a hybrid that uses lithium polymer batteries and no other hybrid has that. You like mazdas enough said LMAO
globalk100 1 year ago
@globalk100
One out of how many? Exactly. People are slowly realizing that their safety sucks, so they build this sonata to basically say, "Nuh uh, we're safe too!" Lets see if they can keep it up.
JPMazda 1 year ago
@JPMazda Sonata is an IIHS top safety pic,has been more than once and it received great marks on reliability. Stop bullshitting. We get it, you like Mazda! Fine! The story is not about you or your fucking Mazda!
pHvarious 1 year ago
@pHvarious . . .I didn't say go a buy a Mazda. I love my Mazda, so I made it my username. . .don't be hatin'.
JPMazda 1 year ago
youre a dumbass
gggjee 1 year ago
@AALSHERRI My guess is that someone hasn't checked the latest safety ratings. Hyundai is doing quite well in safety. My wife researched the hell out of cars/SUVs before she pulled the trigger and bought our 2007 Santa Fe.
BGSUALUMNI 1 year ago
@AALSHERRI You're funny! :D
JPMazda 1 year ago
@JPMazda LOL...Toyota...JPMazda buying a Toyota...seems a little odd.
BGSUALUMNI 1 year ago
@BGSUALUMNI You're the third person saying that. Also have two Fords, a Chevy, Mitsubishi, and two Mazdas. Thinking of adding a Nissan Maxima and Kia Soul to the collection. (Yes, Soul is a very fun car to have. LOL, Wanna admit that. :D )
JPMazda 1 year ago
The reporter reminds me of Adam Savage from mythbusters LOL
EliteSlayer542 2 years ago
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Hyundai recalled 46000 sonatas.
Getting bad~~~lol
koikejumei 2 years ago
@koikejumei toyota recalled 8.5 million cars
veyronman 2 years ago
The recall was for a very minor issue with the door handles.
The problem was when you tried to open a door while holding down the lock thingy on the door. The handle would get stuck until you unlocked it.
Like I said, VERY minor issue. Heck, who the hell opens a door while holding down the lock??
EliteSlayer542 2 years ago
LOL. People talk about Hyundai's door handle recalls, but yet Toyota had to recall 8.5 million automobiles because of unintentional breaking and accleration.
CHASE06051990 1 year ago
Even with that mass recalls, Toyota still holds the top share in NOrth America, next to Ford. And Toyota is recovering fast from that shock like this month their selling has grown to 50% from the last month. Whereas Hyundai still has a lower share in NA than even recalled Toyota
bronsonekkman 1 year ago
@bronsonekkman
Really? Because according to my research it saids the opposite. During 2009-2010 Toyota sells dropped by 4% while Hyundai/Kia rose 8%. When Toyota had that mass recall it dropped even further by 2%. So I dont know where your getting your information.
CHASE06051990 1 year ago
@CHASE06051990 According to Detroit Reuters, Toyota`s sellings increased to 41% in March and became the No.2 car giant in North America, with the top is GM and Ford was No.3. It is recovering very fast, faster than I imagined. Even Nissan was increased by 43.3% but Hyndai was only 15.4%. This is amazing b/c these two had a mass recall problem and yet recovering superbly, whereas Hyundai is struggling to increase its share but not much successful
bronsonekkman 1 year ago
@bronsonekkman wrong, Hyundai never lost market share like toyota and the big 3, they have kept improving even during the downturn, so they had no low to snap back from. They will become the big contenders over the next 3 years. They are selling in every segment.
raincityusa2010 1 year ago
@raincityusa2010 Who knows? Maybe Hyndai too will have a mass recall problem and suffer a downturn. Nothings sure in this world. Even Toyota problem was in its majority a US propaganda to attack Toyota b/c Toyota became the No.1 car giant in US a few yrs ago. If ever Hyndai becomes a giant like Toyota, downturn is inevitable- if ever that would happen- hypothetically.
bronsonekkman 1 year ago
so the police officer and his family that died was propaganda too??/ wow i feel sorry for u
globalk100 1 year ago
@bronsonekkman toyota actually profitted from the recals.. people traded in their prius for new non prius vehicles worth more and their sales were up 21% globally.. over half a million sold
XenoRacing 1 year ago
@XenoRacing and over 40% in NA and 50% in Japan in March. Also Toyota`s HV tech will dominate the auto world. Already 4 different companies ( Ford, Mazda, Nissan, Fuji steel) were given its tech license.
bronsonekkman 1 year ago
@bronsonekkman Agree... And how about the customer who change his Hyundai to buy a Toyota... nobody thinks about that.
newhyundaisonata 1 year ago
@EliteSlayer542 Exactly! If you fuck with it like your not supposed to you could break it. Doesn't that apply to everything. If I close my fridge door and there is a gallon of milk in the way, guess what? It isn't going to close! People are so dumb. I really wish I could afford one of these. That car is smokin' and it's built right here in the US baby.
pHvarious 1 year ago
amazing car
slimjiminable 2 years ago 2
Toyota's been replacing all the soft rubber materials(feels better and better noise absorbing material) with hard plastic looks alike. I recent purchased Highlander and realized here and there the materials been replaced with cheap plastic looks like soft rubber material. Next time I wouldn't think about buying toyota again.. even with top of the line limited you still have to buy tons of accessories and real price tops off 42k..
chewchewg 2 years ago
Only Jap. automakers earned public trust on reliability,, Wonder why? Thanks to cheap gargabe American automakers. Now Hyundai's long effort brings up on top. ppl Still trying to be loyal to Jap.automakers but they know the time is coming.. pity,, Civic 's over priced.. Toyota's been cheating customers and finally got choked..
chewchewg 2 years ago 5
south korea.. wooow they are getting goooood
JackReee 2 years ago 6
And unlike the Regal the Sonata will be made in USA.
smokefreak2006 2 years ago 15
@smokefreak2006
and that's how they are able to get it cheaper than Regal, becuase its cheaper for them to make it here than make it in Korea and ship it here.
smokefreak2006 2 years ago
are hundais made in u.s?
MrGarySexy 2 years ago 3
Yeah. Itschaer t make Sonata and Tucson here then to ship em from Korea.
Elantra and Accent will be evenually made in Canada.
smokefreak2006 2 years ago
yes , some hyundais are made in the alabama plant in the usa, hyundai has one of the most advanced assembly plants in the world here in the usa. and for GM most of their cars are now made in china. thats why alot of gm's suck!
matrixloader 2 years ago
@smokefreak2006 THE REGAL IS BEING BUILT IN DETROIT... DO YOUR RESEARCH
jetts48 1 year ago
@jetts48
Yeah but it was designed by the Chinese
AccentPlanetDotOrg 1 year ago
2011 will also see Genesis get a Hyundai badge, Equus on the Streets, and with a new GDI system Genesis Sedan might get 30 MPG in the V6.
2011 Sonata has 20 more HP than 2011 Buick Regal and 5 more MPG than Regal. The Sonata Turbo will have 40 more (275 HP) HP than Regal GS, and 5 more MPG as well. They will be both just as equipped, but SONATA WILL BE $7K CHEAPER!!!!
Sonata also has 3 less HP than Lexus IS 250, and 9 more MPG!!
Sonata=4 banger, and the Lex is a Fucking V6!!
smokefreak2006 2 years ago 6
Hyundai sells very good because it has americas best warranty, its engines have been super reliable surpassing the reliability of american cars and are about equal to a japanese car, although hyundai's style was very bland before its going through a huge change now with better desirable styling, luxury like materials, incredible gas mileage and still keeping a lower price than the competition. most hyundai's now come with a ZF transmission too, ZF trannys are found in Bmw, mercedes and Lexus.
matrixloader 2 years ago 6
I beg to differ...the engine is equal if not better...the 2011 line up is actually better..technology etc...the whole nine yards...
MOONiE2k6 2 years ago 3
@matrixloader
Hyundai has the #1 reliability of all full line manufacturers now in America. As ou sad Luxury Like, that is what Hyundai is going for.
KIA=Toyota fighter
Hyundai=New Chrysler
Hyundai will also each 35 MPG CAFE by 2011. New Accent and Elantra will hit the streets too soon.
2011 Accent-Engines: 145 HP, 176 HP, Hybrid, and Gen Coupe Turbo expect 45+ MPG. Sedan=Baby Sonata, Hatch=MINI fighter.
2011 Elantra 176 HP, Gen Coupe Turbo, Hybrid, and Sonata engine=40MPG
smokefreak2006 2 years ago
@smokefreak2006 hi, do u know where i can get a look at the new Accent? thanks
robbergirl1 2 years ago
They have the Sedan Spy shots out, just look for 2011 Accent Spy Shots.
smokefreak2006 2 years ago
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Hyundai and it's cousin, KIA, remind me of knock-offs of a coveted product. While they have some appeal, once that new car fever is over, it's over. Take the Forte Koup for example. Why would you spend $20-$21k for a loaded Koup SX, when you can have the original--the Civic EX Coupe--for the same amount of money? As for the Sonata, it looks okay, but the reality is that it's just another Standard Louie in an already overcroweded field of contenders vying for your attention--and money.
Passengertrains4ever 2 years ago
Really? You would rather have an 140 HP Civic, which tops $24,000, over a 173 HP fully loaded Koup at 21,000? Had to reply on that one.
mykill04 2 years ago 6
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Yes. Extra horses under the hood aren't enough to sway me, not when I consider the Civic's reputation for reliability, resale value...and the fact that it doesn't look like a cheap toy. After a month of Civic ownership, I'd still be happy. I could not say the same for the Koup, no matter how inexpensive in comparison.
Passengertrains4ever 2 years ago
So you feel quailfied to judge both cars even though you don't own either one of them?....... How do you know you'll happy or not if don't own one? Plus it's funny how you say it looks like a toy when you said it's a knock off of the Civic. That would make the Civic toyish looking as well. Your not making a very good case for the Civic over a Koup.
mykill04 2 years ago 2
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I didn't write that I never owned a Civic; I have. I can state without hesistance that I personally wouldn't be happy, long term, with the Koup simply because it lacks appeal to me. Taste is subjective, but in my eyes the KIA looks 'cheap' because, aesthetically, it lacks finesse and refinement. I'm not trying to make a case for the Civic; it speaks for itself. If your interest lies with the Koup, go for it--I don't have to make the monthly payments.
Passengertrains4ever 2 years ago
I'm glad you clarified your position. You don't like the way the car looks but you really don't know anything else about it...or a newer Civic. Like you said looks are subjective.
mykill04 2 years ago
Is there a point to this? I know all I need to know about Honda's in general and certainly a Civic. Beyond this however, what's your point? It's very clear you like KIA--good for you. Buy it; enjoy it; end of story.
Passengertrains4ever 2 years ago
taking over? i dont think so. i will say getting much better but still has lots of work to do.
asiann1nja 2 years ago
wow that new sonata looks soooo gay lmao
IAmDoinItUp 2 years ago
they sell because they cost less and have that warranty...I'll take a max over a sonata anytime...I have owned 3 sonatas and now they have the honda clone(sonata)
2damnkwik 2 years ago
ditto greenrolaids.
bkandj2000 2 years ago 2
hyiandi is taking over the garbage market.
The genisis has been reviewed, and it was beat by every competitor on the market.
Hyandi = shit resale value. Period
greenrolaids 2 years ago
I bought one and it was in the shop all the time. what a piece of shit!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
pbiofdallas 2 years ago
The hyundai's are nice to look at & interiors wise. The only thing is that maybe what's closet to the sonata is probably the nissan maxima which is very nice looking. What i like is hyundai's cars, the sonanata has about the same luxurys as a maxima, but the maxima is faster, more expensive(lasts more than 5yr lifespan) & you get the option of the gps. So, far hyundai needs to step up the luxury interiors for like maybe faster engines, gps so u don't have to travel to best buy for $200.00 gps.
wow85 2 years ago 2
piece of shit car
PackedFunk 2 years ago
Before they take over they need to catch up first...
TheNondairycreamer 2 years ago 5
Relax! Although Hyundai is taking over nobody, they have been making pretty good cars lately.
SpiagiaVita 2 years ago
i really like the new hyundai's that have come out. but that's just looks.
when it comes to performance, they often fall short of the competition and that's where it's a tough sell.
also, they're not cheap. they're priced about $10-15K under what they hope to compete against but that doesn't really matter when people who are looking at the competition are more than willing to pay that price and are looking for the performance and even the brand image.
vivack 2 years ago
you are clueless.
mackounitblazerrio 2 years ago
every time they have an interesting car, the press goes wild.
Then the cars are tested and they are always weaker than the competition.
Period.
greenrolaids 2 years ago
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Let's answer all that with two letters... vw
sersarsor 2 years ago
People on here need to erase the 1980s and early 90s from their memory banks.
I had to do the same recently.
Hyundai is doing the thing today...I dont own one, but I would not discourage anyone from going there.
Shoot - even Kia is doing ok - I drove in a friend's Sportage the other day and I was AMAZED!
Sturdy and confident chassis - tiptronic auto trans ... I was very impressed!
Go Hyundai - do your thing guys!
Shit - if Chevy can still hang around...
awhodatt 2 years ago 6
chevy, ford, hyundai, and kia, and maybe even subaru, have all stepped up their games. i think chrysler needs to do the same to keep afloat, or at least until fiats start rolling in
prateek523 2 years ago
Well hyundai's are like american cars. the only difference is that they have a better waranty cause we all know both break down. Hyundai's are also cheaper to repair.
Lambo6fo 2 years ago
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tochjo772 2 years ago
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I am going to puke . Fuck Hyundai garbage .
jujitsu62 2 years ago
Hey, we don't need any language in here.
Asshole!!!
yoonheecher 2 years ago
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Hyundai Taking Over, how meny old Hyundai do you see. they have a 5 year life and then fall apart
sirberner12 2 years ago
exactly maybe some look for a car that lasts 5 years but i look longer not to mention as soon as you drive a hyundai off the lot it loses the most value of any other car brand except pontiac.
RockAnRepublic 2 years ago 3
The sixth generation Sonata design looks very good and finally it does not look undistinguished.
KeepingModern 2 years ago 3
the new sonata looks very good, better than lexus Es350, but the ones that will probably be changing the face of hyundai will be next years release of the new accent, elantra and the equus.
matrixloader 2 years ago
I've always liked Hyundais.
gocolago33 2 years ago 6
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that's to bad.
sirberner12 2 years ago
If they make good cars that can compete with the best and beat them at their own game...then let them take over. May the best car win!
001FJ 2 years ago 4
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Looks like BMW desing..........
mrtecno99 2 years ago
nah, looks more like a stretched 4 door genesis coupe.
matrixloader 2 years ago
Lol they might be, all i know is lately their cars they have been making have all been looking really good.
travis06 2 years ago 4