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Old 07-08-09, 08:40 PM
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damn Lexus needs to watch its back. There are some really nice alternatives coming from East. I think they nailed it with this car as well. Its going to sell well with its options, price , and hyundai assurance program
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Old 07-08-09, 11:46 PM
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lol, that is nearly undisguised? Can't see **** on the exterior.

btw something about the interior is very cheap and odd. the center console area and cup holder area looks like its missing something.
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Old 08-21-09, 07:43 PM
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front lights look like elephant tusks

and that massive grille......

looks like everyone is doing the integrated rear lid spoiler these days
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Old 08-21-09, 07:43 PM
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Kill it with fire!
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looks more stylish and upscale than the current sonata imho. hyundai's are getting better with each new generation.
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Old 08-21-09, 08:12 PM
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Venza grill? I mean whats up with grills!!! Otherwise not bad to me
 
Old 08-21-09, 08:37 PM
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The front looks like a Solara, wonder if this one will be as big as the last generation Camry/Accords.
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Old 08-21-09, 09:38 PM
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I like it alot. Front reminds me of a Mazda 6 and the rear reminds me of an A5
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Old 08-21-09, 10:28 PM
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Originally Posted by dunnojack




front lights look like elephant tusks

and that massive grille......

looks like everyone is doing the integrated rear lid spoiler these days
I really lioke the grill
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Old 08-21-09, 10:32 PM
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Hyundai is really getting good with the styling. I am very impressed
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Old 08-21-09, 10:34 PM
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there's def a bit of audi influence since the guy used to design for audi
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oh the same guy who designed the kia forte recently.

At least he's much better at diversifying his creations, unlike Ian Callum
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The Azera is just about dead in the water (300 sold last month) so maybe a more upscale and possibly larger Sonata would fill that gap if they pull the plug on it.
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Interior looks nice, though.

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Old 08-22-09, 06:24 AM
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The new Sonata is a nice looking competitor for Camry,Accord,Mazda6 buyers. I think that interior looks nice & has alot of Lexus influenced center stack minus the wood.
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