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Styling on the 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is a high point, with a rounded body that brings the look of this mid-sized SUV up to date. Base prices start just under $21,000 for the two-wheel-drive GLS. This model has a five-speed manual transmission and a 2.7L V6, as well as XM satellite radio. The SE trim changes the drivetrain to a 3.3L motor paired with a five-speed automatic transmission. The SE also..... |
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Hyundai's entry-level Accent is certainly worth a look for anyone interested in an inexpensive people-mover. With fresh styling and the choice of either a hatchback coupe or a sedan, the Accent offers something for most buyers.
The hatchback comes in either GS or SE trim, while the sedan is only available in GLS dress. All Accents are front-wheel drive and powered by a 16-valve, 1.6L inline four-c..... |
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A 138-horsepower, 2.0L four-cylinder engine powers all 2008 Hyundai Elantras, and this powerplant is paired with either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission. The engine has variable valve timing for responsiveness and efficiency; fuel economy rates up to 25 city, 33 highway.
The Elantra has a four-wheel independent suspension, with MacPherson struts in front and a multi-link s..... |
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Hyundai's small, front-wheel drive sport coupe still comes in three trim levels: the affordable Tiburon GS, touring-oriented GT and GT Limited, and performance-oriented SE.
The GS comes with a 138-horsepower 2.0L four-cylinder engine, while the GT and SE come with a 172-horsepower 2.7L V6. GS and GT models are available with either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission, while th..... |
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Hyundai's front-wheel-drive Sonata comes in three value-priced models for 2008: GLS, SE, and Limited. Each is available with either a 162-horsepower, 2.4L four-cylinder engine or a 234-horsepower, 3.3L V6. The GLS and SE four-cylinder models have a standard five-speed manual transmission; a four-speed automatic is optional on those trims and standard on the Limited. All three trims get a five-spee..... |
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The Hyundai Tucson is offered in three different trims for 2008: the basic, budget-priced GLS; the SE, which incorporates a lot of popular equipment; and the Limited, which adds a long list of additional features and is almost worthy of being called a luxury vehicle.
A 140-horsepower, 2.0L four-cylinder engine is standard on the Tucson GLS, while a 173-horsepower, 2.7L V6 standard on the SE and Li..... |
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Hyundai's entire 2008 Veracruz line is powered by a 260-horsepower, 3.8L aluminum-block V6 and six-speed automatic transmission with Shiftronic function, which allows the driver to manually select gearshifts. An electronic all-wheel drive system normally sends the majority of engine torque to the rear wheels but can send more to the back before actual wheel slippage. It also includes an AWD Lock m..... |
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A 250-horsepower, 3.8L V6 engine is standard on all 2008 Hyundai Entourage models, along with a five-speed automatic transmission with Shiftronic function, which allows the driver to manually select gearshifts in a separate mode, by pushing the shift knob forward or rearward.
The Entourage is available only in one length that stands, at 118.9 inches, among the longest minivans. That translates to ..... |
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