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2012 Hyundai Azera

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Rating7.9

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Midsize Sedan
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$32,000
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Abundant space

The cabin is stuffed with low-quality plastics

Hyundai Azera has been completely overhauled from the ground up for the 2012 model year

Decent value-orientation and feature offerings

The light steering feel doesn't inspire confidence

Extensive warranty period

Specs & Features

$32,000

price

293 hp @ 6400 rpm

horsepower

255 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.3L 6cyl FWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the midsize sedan segment, the 2012 Hyundai Azera is a direct competitor to the Lexus ES 350, the Toyota Camry, and the Nissan Maxima. With a standalone trim on offer, the Azera starts off at an MSRP of $32,000. It is offered with a 3.3L V6 and a 6-speed automatic transmission, producing 293 horsepower and 255 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the Azera manages a 0-60 of 6.7 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 23 MPG. Hyundai offers the Azera sedan in 8 stunning colors, with the Bronze Mist Metallic being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

The Hyundai Azera is offered in a single trim and it has loads of standard features included from leather seating to a chilled glovebox. You can opt for the Technology package if more luxuries are needed.

Trims

    Base
    $32,000 onwards
    • 18-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Heated mirrors
    • Leather Seat trim
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/HD/Satellite

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Price

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Engine

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Rating

7.86

Horsepower

293 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque

255 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

Capacity

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2012 Hyundai Azera vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		6.2 sec--
    		5.5 sec--
    		6.2 sec14.7 sec-
    		6.3 sec14.8 sec-
    		6.4 sec14.8 sec-
    		6.5 sec15.0 sec132 mph
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    2012 Hyundai Azera vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		20 mpg28 mpg23 mpg18.5 gal.370/518 mi.
      		25 mpg35 mpg28 mpg17 gal.425/595 mi.
      		24 mpg35 mpg28 mpg18.5 gal.444/647.5 mi.
      		24 mpg35 mpg28 mpg18.5 gal.444/647.5 mi.
      		23 mpg34 mpg27 mpg18.5 gal.425.5/629 mi.
      		23 mpg32 mpg27 mpg20 gal.460/640 mi.

      2012 Hyundai Azera vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		193.3 in.73.2 in.57.9 in.5.4 in.112 in.
        		202.9 in.76.2 in.60.7 in.5.1 in.112.9 in.
        		198.6 in.75 in.58.4 in.4.7 in.120.2 in.
        		197.6 in.72.8 in.58.5 in.5.3 in.111 in.
        		196.9 in.73.1 in.59.2 in.7 in.111.7 in.
        		196.3 in.74.4 in.58.1 in.5.2 in.115.6 in.

        2012 Hyundai Azera vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		16.3 cu.ft.107 cu.ft.62.51 cu.ft.
          		14.7 cu.ft.106 cu.ft.85.5 cu.ft.
          		13.3 cu.ft.100 cu.ft.83.2 cu.ft.
          		13.5 cu.ft.100.2 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.
          		20.1 cu.ft.102.2 cu.ft.62.3 cu.ft.
          		16.5 cu.ft.100.3 cu.ft.18.7 cu.ft.

          2012 Hyundai Azera vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		62.51 cu.ft.16.3 cu.ft.62.51 cu.ft.-
            		15.9 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.-
            		85.5 cu.ft.14.7 cu.ft.85.5 cu.ft.-
            		52.6 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.-
            		79.5 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.79.5 cu.ft.-
            		83.1 cu.ft.20.1 cu.ft.62.3 cu.ft.79 ft.

            2012 Hyundai Azera vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		-1180 lbs.3825 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.870 lbs.3572 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.1158 lbs.3540 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.1200 lbs.3400 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.-4026 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.-4015 lbs.

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