2008 Hyundai Tiburon: Overview

2008 Hyundai Tiburon 

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  • MSRP: $17,025 -$22,525
  • Invoice: $16,338 -$21,085

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Pros

  • Steering/handling

Cons

  • Rear-seat room
  • Entry/exit

Vehicle Highlights

The 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is largely unchanged. Hyundai's sporty hatchback coupe comes in GS, GT, GT Limited, and SE models. The GS has a 138-hp 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine, while others have a 172-hp 2.7-liter V6. All but SE offer 5-speed manual or optional 4-speed automatic transmissions. The SE comes only with a 6-speed manual. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, an antiskid system, and front side airbags. Leather upholstery is standard on GT Limited.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. The Sporty/Performance Car class consists of two-seat roadsters, 4-cylinder hatchbacks, and V8 muscle cars. Regardless of configuration, all have an emphasis on affordable performance.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category GT, automatic Rating Sporty performance Car Average Rating
Acceleration 5 6.6
Fuel Economy 6 5.5
Ride Quality 4 4.1
Steering/Handling/Braking 7 8
Quietness 4 3.4
Controls 6 5.6
Details 6 5
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 4 5.4
Room/Comfort (rear) 1 1.4
Cargo Room 4 3
Value within Class 4 6
Total Score: 51 54

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