2003 Hyundai Tiburon SE review from North America
"Beauty and the Beast"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing has really gone "wrong" with the car so far. The only thing I can say bad about it is that it isn't as performance oriented as some of its sport compact counter parts. The intake and exhaust has been designed with noise reduction in mind and requires some modification to see the cars full potential.
General comments?
I have driven a number of foreign imports and, though it's a bit slower than most, the Tiburon is the most fun to drive.
It corners like it's on rails with minimal body roll.
The aftermarket performance parts market is starting to pick up and numerous products are becoming available to the average tuner.
While a completely stock Tiburon may not be the fastest car off the lot, it is by far one of the best looking. You will get complimented on this car.
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| 2003 Tiburon is a lemon. Don't buy it |
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| Handling, looks, comfort, price, what more could a person ask for? |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0L I4 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 7 miles |
| Most recent distance | 11000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Ranger |
| Date of Entry | 29th February, 2004 |