Comments: 1-15, 16-30, 31-45, 46-53
Nothing.
This is the most pleasing new car I have ever owned.
Fit and finish is excellent, what one would expect to find on cars costing thousands more.
Yes, with only 500 miles on the clock it should be almost perfect, so I will continue to post updates as the car ages.
The only negative thing about this car is that there is no interior light for the back seat.
Keep at eye on depreciation levels. Could be a problem for a Korean executive / luxury car. Otherwise, the XG30 looks like one of the best cars Korea builds.
XG300 Purchase 4-13-2001 Major computer problems with car. It is a very nice ride and I love it except for this problem that hasn't been fixed yet.
What kind of major computer problems are you having? How many miles do you have on your XG? I now have 1000 miles on the XG and all is well.
I just bought my XG300 last week (June 18, 2001, 8 miles) it runs pretty well, very quiet.
I have one problem, the car radio/stereo is defective - when you open the door the music stops (no sounds at all) and when you close the door hard it will play, but most of the time it doesn't. I have already notified Hyundai and made an appointment. I hope they can fix it.
I have a problem with this model, it has been in the shop three times.
I already have 26,000 miles on my 2001 XG and it has been perfect so far.
As a potential owner of an XG350, could people with any problems please report in detail or supporting facts instead of just saying "my car has been in the shop three times already."
There's no way I'm gonna trust what you say with out any believable story to it as I have found out during my car buying research that there are a lot of Korean car bashers for no apparent reasons.
I've never thought I'd consider a Hyundai even as of last year but once I decided to open my mind and test drive it, I was pleasantly surprised.
So please help me and if you really bought an XG300/350 and experienced any problems I'd like to know.
Otherwise, you should get a life!!!
Thank you.
As the owner of the XG 300 that started this string of comments, I will update my review. I now have 8000 miles on the car and have had only one minor warranty issue. The passenger's side power seat switch knob fell off and was lost. Since the knob was lost, It cost me about $5.00 to replace.
2001 Hyundai XG300
Purchased: July 2001
Current Mileage: 15,674.
I bought one on impulse when I brought my daughter's 1999 Mitsubishi into the shop.
I traded a year old Eclipse Convertible for it, losing about $2000 on the deal.
This was more than made up for with the 0% financing over 5 years (I actually pay less insurance, can run it on regular fuel, and suffer back problems no more.)
I have had a few "quirky" issues with this car:
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1) The lack of a rear interior light is an annoyance. I may have a resolution courtesy of an audio installer I know. If it works, I will post the process here.
2) I have a tire that shows no leaks, yet loses air. Anyone else have an issue with their Michelins on this car?
3) When exiting the vehicle, I was led to understand that the driver's seat was to move as far back as possible to assist in exiting the vehicle and was to return to the last seat position when the key was inserted.
Mine does neither and when the seat memory recall button is pressed and the car is subsequently started, the seat motion stops and has to be restarted by pressing the memory recall button again. Thoughts?
4) Good or bad? A single press of the "unlock" on the remote unlocks all doors. There is no lock (armed) or unlock (disarmed) audible confirmation of alarm status.
5) Forget about using the in-dash cigarette lighter for anything, but the lighter. My Navigator cellphone handsfree moves at every start, stop and corner like a dashboard hula dancer.
6) Some paint issues the first few months (we drive into bugs the size of small house pets here in FL.) Dealer handled promptly and effectively.
7) Some hesit..it..it..ation issues that I have not been bothered enough to diagnose. Loose tranny clutches? Clogged gas filter? Any ideas?
8) The automatic headlight sensor is a bit inconsistent as to when it wants to turn on/off the lights.
To sum up, this car was free. I was considering a Lexus or a MB Sedan. I figured I saved enough money to pay for 2 years of college for my daughter. It is everything I didn't expect: Comfortable, powerful, safe, economical and practical. I have recommended this car to everyone I know.
My dad (a car snob) compared it favorably to his 450 SEL he owned many years ago. My Lexus-owning neighbors hate me.
The car wash guys STILL have no idea what kind of car it is.
I own an 2001 Hyundai 300XG, a super automobile except for one annoying problem. The radio has very poor a.m. reception. I brought it back to the dealer 2 times with no improvement. The second time they installed a booster also no improvement. I recently purchased a 2003 hyundai elantra G.T., the radio is ten times better in the G.T. It don't make sense. I just wish Hyundai could do something about this problem..
I own a 2000 Hyundai Grandeur XG (Australian model of the XG300). I now have 28,000 miles on it, and in general still love it to death. Some points:
When I purchased it, I had heard about the suspension issues. I had the car lowered a bit, tuned up the suspension, and put wide low profile tires on. Also tinted the windows, put on a sunroof. The car is Gun metal gray, and looks incredible. Two years going on, and it still gets looks of envy.
One repair issue: The Check Engine Light (CEL)
This started coming on around 3 months ago every time I drove it. I took it to the Hyundai dealership to get repaired. Apparently, the diagnostic computer said the error was with the air flow sensor. Replaced. Repaired.
I thought.
I have taken the car back to Hyundai (two different dealerships) a total of 7 times, as the CEL kept coming back on every time after I drove off from the repair facility. The Air Flow sensor has been replaced three times. The local dealership is finally getting around to asking Hyundai if a similar issue exists: So, I will ask you! Anyone having problems with their CEL coming on, due to the air flow sensor?
(Note: There have been no "problems" with the car even with the light on. Runs beautifully).
We are moving from Australia to New Zealand. We have decided to take this gorgeous car with us, as the resale in Australia is very soft right now. No worries... I plan on driving it for quite a while.
Cheers from Down Under!
I've had the same problem with my tire pressure, where I've had the tires checked for leaks, but it still seems to lose air over time. Dealer thinks it the tires. Anyone else with this problem?
I own a 2001 XG300. Great so far, bought used bout a month ago. Nothin' gone wrong yet (crossing fingers).
My hubby works in a shop, apparently all Michelin tires leak over time because of corrosion. Solution: Take to a tire shop and get a bead seal.
I just purchased a 2003 XG350L. It's a great looking car and we are really happy with it, but have noticed one problem that really worries me. When it rains or the car is washed, water runs down inside the door panels. When you lower and raise the windows, even 24 hours later, they come back up wet on the outside of the glass. This occurs on all four windows. This morning they were all frozen shut even though it was only 30 degrees outside. I've asked the dealer to look into the problem before I bring it back in, but was wondering if anyone else has experienced similar problems?
My wife and I have drove and looked at a lot of cars in the last 6 months. I told myself I would never own a foreign car. But after talking to people that own them, I decided to look at the Hyundai XG350. I could not believe how much car you get for the money. Now all I have to do is talk my wife into it. She will be the primary driver. We have looked at Lincoln LS, Cadillac CTS, Mustang GT, and S.U.Vs. Please folks, be honest and tell me all that you XG350 owners know, good or bad, so my wife will take my word for it that this is a great car for the money.