2001 Hyundai XG300 L review from North America
"Hyundai's best kept secret"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
None.
General comments?
This car runs great. Of course it doesn't handle like an 02 Altima, but it is not a sports sedan either. Atleast twice I tried to crank up while the engine was on. Then I started to use the RPM meter to find out if the engine was on or off. It is that quiet.
Since I drive defensively and avoid jackrabbit accelerations, this car is a more than adequate performer for my needs. And I feel refreshed after driving it rather than exhausted!!
The car looks great at night time, especially the interiors illuminated. Hyundai has done a clever thing by removing all Hyundai identification logos at front. I have had atleast 10 people ask me about the car at parking lots and my colleagues just love it. In fact, my coworker just got a 03 XG350 L after riding mine and I weaned a potential accord customer to an XG.
And to all Korean bashers, I also own a 02 Kia sedona which has performed flawlessly for the past 2 years. I feel like a smart shopper after saving atleast $12,000 or more on my two cars for comparable features/comfort.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0L V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 12000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 32000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Sentra |
| Date of Entry | 1st June, 2004 |