Can't believe you all missed this! Hyundai bests Lexus in new Comparo!

IS looks 10X better than GS, IMO.

— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 11:36:34 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

What? That's my opinion. Why would someone de-boost me for that?

— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 6/17/2007 5:19:33 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

because your opinion is WRONG. haha nah i agree

— henbmw (View Profile)

Posted on 6/19/2007 10:10:56 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

Do people who shop for a RX actually look at the Hyundai? I helped my mother search for a new car 2 years back (RX330) and her other interested were in the MDX and X5. Must be hyundai's/Ford's commercials comparing themselves to the likes of the LS460, BMW X5, Lexus RX, Land Rover etc. My question is how many of you feel that these commercials are actually effective?

— justbrown (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 1:27:57 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5   

Just because the Veracruz won first place isn't anything but an opinion I'm assuming. And that also doesn't make it the better vehicle all around.

— lexusis350 (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 1:29:04 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -7   

That's true.

— lexusis350 (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 1:30:01 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

The Hyundai does not even offer nav- has fake wood, etc. It has really good build quality and high quality textures and build quality coupled with a drastically lower price. This is why they picked it.

— mitchatlexusofmarin (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 4:06:56 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4   

I noticed that too. Have you seen the Hyundai commercial where they compare the Azera to the LS? Did you notice they never once showed the interior of the Azera? That's because it's cheap. Lexus has attention to detail in their vehicles.

— lexusis350 (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 5:59:45 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

no, i remember the commercial showing the interior of the Azera, but not the LS.

— DallasMR2 (View Profile)

Posted on 6/19/2007 3:02:53 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

Oh that's right. I remembered that it only showed the interior of one of the vehicles. But still, they never showed the inside of the Lexus because it looks so much better than the Hyundai's.

— lexusis350 (View Profile)

Posted on 6/19/2007 11:12:56 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

I dont know about nicer Fabian but some of the models that the hyundai are putting out now, most notably the Sonata, are not bad looking cars in any capacity. I find it, dare I say, quite attractive from the outside. Some of the other cars though, such as the Accent and the Minivan they make aren't the best looking by far in their class.

— justbrown (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 1:31:33 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4   

I think the Santa Fe is the second best looking in its class as well(after the CRV)

Hyundai is really upping its game, but better than the RX?...umm..I don't know about that. Let me find out Motor Trend is jumping on the "lets bash Lexus" bandwagon with Car and Driver.

— delan (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 2:21:44 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

I am not one to stick up for Lexus, but you can't compare a vechicle that is on it's last leg to one that has just came out from a technological point of view. Furthermore who in their write mind will pick a Hyundia over a Lexus. Motor Trend is only comparing based on value and agent001 you are late I read this article like 2 weeks or so ago. Point blank all hyundai does is bite other car designs for example when the redesign Sonata came out it look just like an Accord, Honda had to change their back and now the Accord looks like it rear end was choped with an ax. The new Elantra i believe that is their subcompact looks like a blend of a Civic and Carolla, study it if you guys don't believe me.

— mikeydred20 (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 2:53:28 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 8   

I like the Hyundai Azera, but that's about it. Hyundai has come a long way though but I find their SUVs to be completely unappealing.

The Sonata and Azera on the other hand impressed me.

— Willis (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 3:21:50 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

This just shows what kind of BS magazine MT is.

— ctsang (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 4:53:15 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -4   

Just because it's a Lexus does not automatically mean that it's the better vehicle. Kudos to MT for having the balls to determine that the Hyundai is the better choice.

— SixxFive (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 6:01:59 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

It is called "Paying For A Name!" One has to to be living in His own world to think that a King won't ever lose his throne!

— keyzi747 (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 6:27:06 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

Remember when German cars did not have cup holders? Germans did not need to carry stale liquid refreshment distractions everywhere they went. It was all about the driving experience and paying attention to that citroen with goats in the back seat you were going to overtake and miss that oncoming truck closing in on you at over 200kph in the oncoming lane and stuff.

Hyundai owners don't really need NAV systems. They plan their trips and try to have a sense direction in advance and adapt to the driving situation at hand because road conditions do change. They have a sense of adventure and pride themselves on knowing a little about where they are going. I'm sure Hyundai will start offering NAV systems to make their crossovers sexy to people who really need a NAVDADDY ordering them around.

The Hyundai owner can pay for that next vacation with the money they save on the NAV, and the next vacation or two on the savings they had by NOT buying the lexus. And nobody will steal it cause it's not a lexus.

— dodgedart (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 6:32:59 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

Toyota went through the same thing back in the day when people didn't think the Japanese could build a car better than a Gremlin, let alone a Cadillac. At the time they were correct. However time doesn't stand still and Toyota worked at it, and now they build some of the best vehicles in the world. In 1986 when Hyundai hit the streets of the US they were dogs. I should know, I had a 1987 Excel. Over time they have worked on their game and are showing tremendous improvements. As the owner of a 2002 Corolla I will also say this. Toyota is slipping. If this is the best Toyota can offer to the compact arena, then it's no wonder Hyundai is able to pull off wins like this. And to be honest, the fact that Hyundai is catching up only means better for all of us in the future. The Toyotas and the Hondas out there will now have to give us more for our money. I think they have been robbing us for long enough.

As far as nav systems go the truth is that many factory systems are not as good as the aftermarket ones and what GM recently found is that very few people continue to subscribe to the likes of OnStar after the free period is up. I say give me RX luxury for Corolla money and keep the damn nav system.

One last note. Whoever beleives that Lexus uses real wood in all their cars is sadly mistaken. Everybody uses "fake" wood. My Corolla has it as well. Let's be mature people. Because Motor Trend named a Hyundai as the winner of a road comparison it's a BS magazine? RUBBISH! Motor Trend is the most respected automotive magazine in North America. "Car Of The Year" title and that trophy is highly coveted to this day. Bear that in mind.

— tango (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 7:07:59 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

Wrong. Check out the updated 5 Series- just as nice as a 7er in there. I'm seriously considering the new M5.

— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 11:46:59 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

Hyundai are a smart company because they know in this day and age that many people don't give a damn about styling and want only a reliable car.

— EL34 (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 9:34:10 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -9   

lexus goes down again!

— MrGunFun (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 9:55:41 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -3   

I mean this is what I got and heard from this website.

BMW 330i > IS350

BMW 750Li or S550 > LS460

and now

Hyundai Veracruz > RX350

whats next?

— MrGunFun (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 9:58:23 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

That's the stupidest comparo ever.

You don't compare a non-luxury car with a luxury car. The Veracruz is larger than the RX350 and has 3 rows...I don't see how they match up. It's like comparing a Nissan Sentra SE-R to a Lexus IS250...yea they may be similar in size and power and saying the Sentra wins cuz its cheaper...wth?

The Veracruz competes with the Highlander and Pilot and GM Quadruplet Crossovers. Hyundai wishes their models would be cross-shopped with a Lexus...if someone is doing that, then they don't deserve a Lexus.

— aznstuart (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 10:10:08 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5   

i smell lexus from u

— MrGunFun (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 10:58:00 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -3   

This is stupid,you can't compare a luxury brand like Lexus with an econo brand like Hyundai,their comparing aplles and oranges!!

I also think Hyundai is stupid for comparing the LS460 with the Azera!!

— 2JZSoarer (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 11:06:47 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

Should've been compard to a Highlander or V6 RAV4. No one will ever cross shop a Lexus w/ a Hyundai.

Here's the actual stats.
http://www.garyromehyundai.com/veracruzvsrx350.cfm
Lexus won in 0-60 (big deal). Surprisingly the Veracruz won in MT mileage.
Look at the prices though, the gap grew once you started adding options, and this wasn't even the top line RX400h while the Veracruz was the top line LTD trim level.
But do compare the interiors, the comparison did. They also mentioned the RX has more features not even available on the Veracruz (i.e. knee airbags, NAV, adaptive HID). Personally, I think it has no place in a car, but real vs. plastic wood.

— huu76 (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 11:18:41 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

This is a stupid comparison, and I know I'd choose the RX350 over it any day, but it can make sense for someone who doesn't have the means.

You guys do have to realize that there have been plenty of articles such as this in the past- where a car wins because of value. Lexus was once in Hyundai's position. Well, not far from it.

— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 11:49:52 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

This because the article say it beat the Lexus RX350, doesn't mean it better in anyway. I wonder if Motor Trend is getting paid for doing this comparison and let Hyundai win.

What next the Hyundai Azera is better and more luxurious than the Lexus LS, BMW 7 Series, A8 and the S-Class? Let get serious here, yeah whatever Hyundai.

— Lexus (View Profile)

Posted on 6/16/2007 11:58:20 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

LOL, a little ambitious, are we?

Hyundai is on the rise, but you're just spewing Hyundai fanboy talk if you think they're coming with an R-R/Bentley-esque brand.

Wow, I've never met a Hyundai fanboy before.

— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 6/17/2007 2:11:37 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

Motor Trend selected the Camry for "Car of the Year". Enough said!

— G37John (View Profile)

Posted on 6/17/2007 5:31:55 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

this isnt a fair competition though. the acadia/outlook and the hilander and pilot are worthy competitors to the veracruz.

— Htay7500 (View Profile)

Posted on 6/17/2007 9:45:15 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

The Hyundai has great build quality and reliability, but it all comes at the expense of luxury features, and dare I say it, brand cache. Yes, Lexus was once where Hyundai was, but the difference here is that Hyundai is not a luxury brand. I must say though that their ad campaigns are brilliant, for sake of trying to elevate Hyundai name.

And people, if Hyundai "beats Lexus," then by default they surpass BMW and Mercedes. THAT'S what you should be worried about, not trying to make Lexus look bad.

— Will_ (View Profile)

Posted on 6/17/2007 10:22:09 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

formula1 your talking out of your ass,you troll!!

— 2JZSoarer (View Profile)

Posted on 6/17/2007 11:52:54 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

BMW is not "way better" but has more attractive interior for a car enthusiast.

— MrGunFun (View Profile)

Posted on 6/17/2007 3:09:59 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -2   

Formula 1, I'm not going to say that Lexus is better than BMW or Merc because that could be pushing it but saying that the 3 series interior is "Way better" (nice english by the way) than the Lexus IS interior is definitely a stretch. The interior of the 3 w/out I-drive isn't that attractive at all. The interior of the IS, even without the nav, provides for a very relaxing environment. Thats not to say that the 3 series interior does not have top notch quality when the leatherette is swapped out for real leather but I personally prefer the interior of the IS to the 3. And I dont see why a car enthusiast can't like the IS. Its a nice car and to say that the IS is the antithesis of the BMW b/c the beamer is the one and only choice for auto enthusiast is a very narrrow minded and ignorant viewpoint. Please realize that the BMW may be perfect for you and not others. Possibly you'll avoid sounding so ignorant. Speaking of auto enthusiast, let me let you in on a little observation of mine. Almost daily on the highway I see several BMW (3 series, 5 series, even M5's and 6 series) on the left lane driving about 5 to 10 MPH slower than the posted speed limit. If you need me to explain what my point is in saying that, i will be happy to break it down for you.

Again, I end by saying...Ignorance is Bliss

— justbrown (View Profile)

Posted on 6/17/2007 1:53:19 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

ps1982,
What would the Germans be then?

— huu76 (View Profile)

Posted on 6/17/2007 2:14:49 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

Go somewhere else fast you bigoted pig.

— mitchatlexusofmarin (View Profile)

Posted on 6/18/2007 1:38:19 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

This web site is just a magnet for dumbass people like
ps1982k and formula1,I bet both of guys ride the bus everyday and put both of your pea brains together to come up on how to bash Lexus,example ps1982k:Lexus and other jap brand will rape your mother and sisters.enough said!!!

— 2JZSoarer (View Profile)

Posted on 6/18/2007 1:22:30 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5   

Boy what a kick in the lugnuts this comparo is for the blind Lexus fanatics on this site.

— Mercedes (View Profile)

Posted on 6/19/2007 2:50:26 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

Agreed.

— mitchatlexusofmarin (View Profile)

Posted on 6/19/2007 2:54:16 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

"Lexus is close on it's way to being right there with the big dogs,"

- Oh please, I've been hearing that since 1989 and they still aren't there yet.

— LexSucks (View Profile)

Posted on 6/19/2007 4:48:25 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

Did you "track" your Lexus?

— LexSucks (View Profile)

Posted on 6/19/2007 4:49:55 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

Did you track your lexus?

— LexSucks (View Profile)

Posted on 6/19/2007 4:49:28 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0