2002 Hyundai XG300 L review from North America
"A luxurious sporty car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Broke the climate control system after 7 year old son kicked the controls during a temper-tantrum. He also broke right dash vent.
General comments?
This car is a true luxury car. It is a better car than a BMW, Lexus, or Toyota. Just drive it, and you'll agree!
I'm rather old (62), and I need something that's comfortable to ride in, yet sporty. This Hyundai is exactly what I need.
The SHIFTMATIC shift system is a joy to use! It's like driving a sporty-car, with the luxury of my old Buick!
I love zooming past other slow drivers in their other cars with the Hyundai! It's both sporty yet luxurious... I thought that was an oxymoron too!
The quality stitching on the leather is the best I've ever seen! I've owned some pretty ritzy cars myself in the past (A 1992 BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S Class, etc), and the uphostry in this car is actually BETTER than those!
Did I mention the warranty? It's the best warranty at any price! Your car is covered for 10 years! That means in 2008, I will STILL have plenty of coverage, as long as I don't go over the milege!
I love to show off this car! I'll often drive around for the fun of seeing people's envious stares! Sometimes I'll even get questions from younger people, asking me if it is a Rolls-Royce or an upscale Lexus or Mercedes! This is a Hyundai!??
Of course, the climate control system is next to useless, because my son was throwing a temper-tantrum in the front seat, and kicked the climate control unit. Now I can only adjust the temperature (and have to guess), and it will only blow on the floor.
Recommended Reviews:
![]() ![]() | Yes. A high performance bargain |
![]() ![]() | One word: WOW! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | V6 Semi-Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 12 miles |
| Most recent distance | 3200 miles |
| Previous car | Buick LeSabre |
| Date of Entry | 16th April, 2002 |

