hyundai craeted the perfect car (AZERA)
I am cars fan
I ran across this article
The Koreans are doing really well
Read this great car for excellent price, I think it's available in Doha
But I don't know how much dose it cost
http://www.naghihyundai.com/naghiweb/index.html
Rain-sensing windshield wipers )
Power-folding side mirrors with turn-signal indicators )
Power rear sunshade
17" alloy wheels with P235/55VR17 tires
Projector-type halogen headlights
Chrome-tipped dual exhaust
Windshield wiper deicer
LED tail lights
Standard integrated fog lights
Power driver and front passenger seat
Integrated Memory System (IMS):Power driver seat, Outside mirrors and Power steering column
Heated front seats
Available Premium Infinity® audio system with in-dash 6-disc CD changer, 10 speakers including subwoofer and 315-watt digital amplifier (optional)
Power adjustable tilt and telescopic steering column
Dual zone Automatic Temperature Control with outside temperature display and Air Quality System (AQS)
Power adjustable foot pedals (available for Limited)
Electrochromic auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass and Homelink® Universal Transceiver
Power rear sunshade
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) :
ESC is an active safety system that automatically applies the brakes to individual wheels and adjusts throttle input as required to help keep the vehicle on its intended path.
ESC helps reduce unintended oversteer and understeer conditions
ESC includes Traction Control System (TCS) which reduces wheel spin under acceleration
Structural Integrity :
The 2007 Azera’s robust body structure is intelligently engineered to absorb collision energy. High-tensile steel provides solid structural integrity, while front and rear crumple zones, bodyside reinforcements, hood-buckling creases and an energy-absorbing steering column help protect you in an impact from any direction.
Anti-lock Braking System :
4-wheel disc brakes are equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) to help preserve steering control in emergency braking situations.
Brake Assist provides maximum braking force when a panic stop is detected
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) balances braking forces at the front and rear when the car is dynamically loaded
Active Head Restraints :
Designed to help protect the front occupants in a rear collision, this standard feature helps prevent whiplash by narrowing the gap between the head and the head restraint.
3-point seatbelts for all seating positions
Seatbelt pretensioners and load limiters
Shingle-style rear seat head restraints for improved visibility
Air bags :
2 advanced front airbag
2 front seat-mounted side-impact airbags
2 rear seat-mounted side-impact airbags
2 roof-mounted curtain side-impact airbags
3.8L, DOHC 24-valve V6 with variable intake system and Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT)
5-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC®
16" Alloy wheels with P225/60VR16 tires
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control System (TCS)
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Brake Assist
Advanced front airbags, front and rear seat-mounted side-impact airbags, and roof-mounted curtain side-impact airbags
Front dual active head restraints
Power driver and passenger seat with premium cloth
60/40 split fold-down rear seat
Dual front Automatic Temperature Control with air filtration, smog-sensing Air Quality System and outside temperature display
Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system with 6 Speakers
Electrochromic auto-dimming inside rearview mirror with compass and HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
Manual tilt and telescopic steering column
Chrome insert bodyside moldings
Cruise control
Power windows with driver and front passenger auto up/down
Power door locks with auto-lock feature
Automatic headlight control
Remote keyless entry and alarm
Anti-theft engine immobilizer
Steering-wheel-audio controls with seek up/down
Windshield wiper deicer
LED tail lights
Lol,I get ur point brit. guess the japanese would consider any noise as a symptom of an engine that needs refinement.
If at first you don't succeed, skydiving is not for you.
I used to have a Mini Moke.. Great fun..Did u ever watch the "Prisoner" ?
I like BUG Fiat. Mini Moke etc.
Not really.. Infinity and Lexus are superb cars, technically advanced, but I find no "fun" in driving them..The cabins are very staid and the engines are silent..
I suppose "soul" is hard to describe, but to me its actually "feeling" the car when you drive it.. Hearing the engine, feeling the brakes and suspension as you go into corners etc..
Japanes cars are just too practical and sanitised.
Not all elitist, what about mini and Beetle etc. etc. And they where mass produced also.
Motivation is when your dreams put on work clothes.
- Ben Franklin
Well, the whole USP of these 'bloodlines' (apart from luxury)is that they are not mass produced and elitist. Messing with that image will be risky and the new eastern owners will defenitely have to consider that.
If at first you don't succeed, skydiving is not for you.
Britexpat- Was wondering what exactly do you call the 'soul' of a car? :-)
I would say automobile design in the far east revolves more around utility and economy. The brands you mentioned belong to a different class where purpose and economy are concerned.
If at first you don't succeed, skydiving is not for you.
Whats of big concern now is that all the "old" bloodlines are being boughtout by Eastern companies. Will they still have the "soul". or just become mass produced.
Motivation is when your dreams put on work clothes.
- Ben Franklin
You're right, but the Koreans have a very long way to go..
Personally, I still feel that whilst the Japanese build great cars, they still don't have "soul" like the European cars, especially Alfa, Fiat, Maserati, BMW, Porsche and Mercedes.
Actually i agree and don’t agree,
you know Japanese cars were a big joke in one point of time.
Look now what it turned to be, the best car makers.
See china started the auto business just recently, making those ugly cars :)
i think Korea is going steady with strong steps, not in cars manufacturer only but in all technological aspects
It might be the perfect car for a guy that is not interested in Cars, but for me- nada.
luxury cars anyway..
The main thing to remember is that even with all the gizmos, its still a Hyunda..
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