2013 Hyundai Azera Review

The 2013 Hyundai Azera ranks 8 out of 9 Affordable Large Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of 22 published reviews and test drives of the Hyundai Azera, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.

The 2013 Hyundai Azera pleases test drivers with its sleek styling and tech-heavy interior, but other large cars are less expensive and earn higher performance scores.

The 2013 Hyundai Azera is powered by a V6 engine, and test drivers note that it provides ample power in most situations. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard, and generally earns praise for its smooth, refined shifts. The EPA reports that the 2013 Azera earns 20/29 mpg city/highway. While those estimates are high for the class, cars like the Buick LaCrosse and Ford Taurus are both available with four-cylinder engines that use less fuel. Test drivers don’t consider the Azera fun-to-drive, noting that its suspension is tuned for comfort rather than athletic handling. As a result, one auto writer says that the Azera’s highway ride isn’t as composed as he would like, while another notes that the Azera’s steering isn’t as responsive as the system found in the LaCrosse.

Test drivers say that the 2013 Azera features a thoroughly modern interior design that’s built with premium materials. Most note an abundance of passenger space, saying that even the back seats offer plenty of room to stretch out. The Azera also has a competitive amount of cargo space, though the Taurus has a slightly larger trunk. The Azera has a higher base price than most affordable large cars, but it also leads the pack with more standard equipment. A backup camera, leather seats, push-button start, navigation, Bluetooth, a USB port and dual-zone climate control all come standard, while an optional technology package adds features that include a power rear sunshade, an Infinity sound system, rear parking sensors and a panoramic moonroof.