Hyundai announces 2012 Azera pricing

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COSTA MESA, Calif. — Hyundai Motor America has announced pricing for the completely redesigned 2012 Azera, starting at $32,000 for the base Azera and $36,000 for the range-topping Azera with technology package. The new 2012 standard features include:

• Gasoline direct injection engine technology

• Best-in-class combined fuel economy of 23 miles per gallon

• 293 horsepower

• Blue Link telematics system

• Push-button start

• LED headlight accents

• Heated front and rear seats

• 18-inch alloy wheels

• SACHS amplitude selective dampers for improved ride comfort without compromising handling

The second-generation Azera is a bold interpretation of Hyundai’s fluidic sculpture design language — sleek, sophisticated style that creates the illusion of constant motion. Azera offers an advanced powertrain, bold design, premium features and class-leading safety features. The 2012 Azera, offered in two trims, goes on sale in April.

Azera’s standard premium features raise the bar for the large sedan segment: navigation with rearview backup camera, heated front and rear seats and LED headlight accents. The 2012 Azera offers comfort for all passengers with standard leather interior, power front passenger seats, optional rear side window, rear sunshade and ventilated front seats. Just like its smaller sibling — Sonata — Azera offers best-in-class total interior volume and leads the segment in front headroom and front legroom.

The 2012 Azera is powered by the new efficient Lambda II 3.3-liter GDI engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission with Shiftronic. The powertrain is rated at 293 horsepower while delivering best-in-class fuel economy of 20 mpg city, 29 mpg highway and 23 mpg combined. Azera’s powertrain also has an active eco system, which modifies engine and transmission control for improved fuel economy that translates into more than 5 percent improvement in real-world fuel economy.

Consumers can stay connected with the standard Bluetooth hands-free phone system and Hyundai’s Blue Link telematics system, which combines safety, service and infotainment.

Standard safety equipment in the Azera includes nine airbags and impact-absorbing front seats. The vehicle stability management system links several safety features to maximize their effectiveness in potential collision situations.

The all-new 2012 Azera is a premium large sedan positioned between the midsize Sonata and the mid-luxury Genesis in terms of vehicle dimensions, powertrain and features content.

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