Hyundai Coupé (2002-present) Buying Guide
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by Richard Dredge Don't listen to those badge snobs who say this is merely a Hyundai; this is one of the best coupés on the market, new or used. Not only does it look great, but it's well-equipped and amazingly reliable into the bargain. You want more? Okay then - it's also good to drive and eminently practical thanks to those folding seats. There aren't any real downsides to the car at all, but give any potential purchase a lengthy test drive to ensure you're happy with its dynamics - especially the ride and brakes. |
| We Like | We Don't Like |
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| Sleek styling Superb reliability Five-year warranty Great handling Practicality |
1.6 is underpowered Hard ride Brakes Stiff gear change on 2.7 |
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| 1/02 | Third-generation Coupé launched with 1.6, 2.0 or 2.7 V6 petrol engines. |
| 8/04 | SE limited edition has Lemon Yellow paintwork |
| 12/04 | Facelift brings new alloy wheels, a fresh nose and detail design changes to the interior. |
| 3/06 | All engines are now Euro 4 compatible. |
| 9/06 | Atlantic limited edition available, based on 2.0 Coupé. |
| 11/06 | Facelift brings restyled wheels, reprofiled nose and tail plus detail changes inside and out. |
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