2007 Hyundai Tiburon Review

Hyundai's small, front-wheel drive sport coupe gets a more aggressive, contemporary appearance for 2007 and still comes in three trim levels: the affordable Tiburon GS, touring-oriented GT and GT Limited, and performance-oriented SE.

The GS comes with a 138-horsepower 2.0L four-cylinder engine, while the GT and SE come with a 172-horsepower 2.7L V6. GS and GT models are available with either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission, while SE models are offered only with a six-speed manual transmission.

All Tiburon models come with electronic stability control and anti-lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD). Front seat-mounted side air bags are also standard on all Tiburons. SE models upgrade to big 12-inch front rotors and brake assist for the ABS.

The performance-oriented SE model gets a "European-tuned" suspension that's significantly stiffer, which with an independent rear suspension and stabilizer bars front and back can provide sharp, precise handling on curvy roads.

Even the base GS model comes equipped quite well, with standard features including keyless entry, air conditioning, and a 220-watt Kenwood CD audio system. The touring-oriented GT model adds leather upholstery and trim, an improved gauge cluster, cruise control, and automatic climate control. The GT Limited adds flamboyant red leather seats, special interior trim, and a 440-watt, MP3-compatible sound system with six-CD changer. GS models get 16-inch wheels and tires while GT, GT Limited, and SE models all get larger and wider 17-inch wheels and rubber.
For 2007, the Hyundai Tiburon sport coupe gets a facelift, with a restyled front fascia and rear end, plus new headlights, taillights, hood, and front fenders. Inside, gauges are now backlit in blue and there's new gunmetal accent trim.

Equipment has also been reconfigured on the mid-range SE model. The suspension has been tuned to be firmer, stability control is now standard, new larger cross-drilled brake rotors are offered, and a full-size spare is now standard. see less