Hyundai: XG350, Good car for the $ ?

I think it's the least reliable of the Hyundai U.S. line. I don't think
it's any worse than any of the American products, however, in terms of
reliability. Be sure you test drive it. Some people don't like the
electronic throttle. I personally don't like the floating ride or uneasy
handling, but that could be what you're looking for. I wouldn't rule it
out, just make sure you'll be getting what you want.

<net> wrote in message
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If you can wait, the early 2005 released of the 2006 Sonata and XG look like
they are are
going to be a big step up in quailty materials and design.

XG
http://www.uploadit.org/ascariss/020_avanp_x_1.jpg
Sonata
http://www.wickedweb.org/images/vwvortex/sonata_0729.jpg

hyundaitech so eloquently wrote:
 

Hyundaitech-
Having undertaken extensive research on the XG350L for my next car purchase,
and eventually purchasing a 2004 model this past July- took great note of
your comments. A few queries and observations in return:

1) Your statement "least reliable" was quite striking and sweeping (whole
model line..?). However, you did qualify that with a "think" modifier.
Would definitely appreciate some specifics and FACTS, pertinent to the
2003-2004 years.

2) Reviewed all customary XG350L sources (Edmunds, Carpoint, etc.),
Hyundai-specific forums (including this newsgroup), and direct Hyundai
resources (TSB, alerts, etc):
a) NO data or facts, even from Hyundai itself, indicate ANY reliability
issues great than any other Hyundai model. Frankly, the XG350L shows the
least. Why the discrepancy between your "thoughts" and actual available
data??

3) Specifically regarding the electronic throttle, I'll agree there IS a
difference. But does difference = reliability; how so??

4) Appreciate your "opinion" on the ride/handling; but again, is this a
relability factor?? Think not. Moreover, many reviews for the XG350L
explicitly note its ride handling aspects as NOT being a "sport-tuned"
experience. Neither is it an overt wallowing whale or disaster. As you
state it IS a matter of opinion/preference.. Is the XG350L ride/handling
aspect a reliability issue? Is it the worst of the whole Hyundai model
line?

Would appreciate any specific factual responses for my enlightenment..
Regards,
Robert G. Ragosta
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For those that review Consumer Reports, here is what they had to say:

f you want to reminisce about a brand-new Buick from the 1960's, this
is it. Hyundai's flagship, the XG350, has a torquey 3.5-liter V6
engine. The interior is roomy and fairly quiet, and features amenities
such as automatic climate control and heated, powered leather seats.
Handling is ungainly, with pronounced body roll and slow steering. The
ride, while comfortable and isolated, can get floaty on undulations,
especially at higher speeds.

Although invitingly priced for its size and content, the XG350 faces a
raft of more established and more competent high-end V6-powered family
sedans.

Reliability has been average and depreciation is much worse than
average (poor rating).


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Curtis Newton so eloquently wrote:
 

Curtis-
Appreciate the CR quote. However, I view CR as the LEAST accurate/consistent
of any of the major sources of auto assessment. Regardless, the perception
of ride/handling in a clearly stated NON-sport vehicle is just that
perception and preference- since, I could quote (at minimum) 5 other
"professional" reviews which praise the XG350L's smooth and comfortable
ride/handling. One thing mutually agreed to- this is NOT a sport vehicle;
although it never asserted it was...

Additionally, am still looking and waiting for FACTS and SPECIFICS which
will confirm/validate the comment that- the 2004 XG350L is the "least
reliable of the Hyundai U.S. line".

Regards,
Robert G. Ragosta
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Linux User #273716 / Linux Machine #227435
KNode 0.7.2 / Mdk 9.2.1 / XFce 4.05 / KDE 3.1.4
"Which is better- Artificial intelligence or REAL stupidity...?"

I love mine. Smooooothe ride, very good acceleration, comfortable, no
problems at all. NO REGRETS!

<net> wrote in message
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Ditto on being happy with my '02. There have been some little nagging
annoyances (search Google for some of my posts), but in all in all, I have
no regrets.
-B

"Cathy De Viney" <com> wrote in message
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Actually, I pretty much agree point for point with the CR quote posted
above.