TheCarBlogger is bringing you exclusive, first spy shots of the U.S.-spec 2012 Hyundai Azera. Announced by Hyundai via Twitter to bow at this year's Los Angeles International Auto Show in November, the all new Azera is the long-awaited replacement to the oldest model sitting in Hyundai's American line-up today.
The prototype in our latest shots, snapped in South Korea, sport "Azera Limited" badges which confirm its American destiny. It also wears new 19-inch alloy wheels that we've never seen on Azeras/Grandeurs in other markets, and we assume these will be for the North American market only. According to the photographer, no differences were noted elsewhere, exterior and interior-wise. Minor equipment adjustments and suspension tuning for our tastes are also in the running for tweaks Hyundai is expected to add for the North American model.
The front-wheel drive Azera will bridge the gap between the Sonata and rear-wheel drive Genesis sedan, with styling to reflect that positioning. The Azera features a more tame exterior design than the Sonata but has a little more flair than the up-market Genesis. Still, the Azera adheres to Hyundai’s latest design language.
No official word on engine choices but the Toyota Avalon-rival is expect to offer buyers a choice of two V6s – a 3.3L unit and a direct-injected 3.8L expected to produce upwards of 300 horsepower. Both engines will be backed by a six-speed automatic transmission.
Saturday, August 13, 2011
EXCLUSIVE: U.S.-Spec 2012 Hyundai Azera Spied
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