Does anyone have info on the re-designed 2006 XG350L?

I have heard rumors that it will be a greatly changed car, bigger with a more powerful engine and will be given a new name.

Anyone have any clues?

HUSKER

http://motortrend.com/future/spied/112_2006fvf/index4.html , if u also go to Hyundai's international website you can find a model even more luxurious than the XG, looks a little like an S Class Mercedes.

The 2006 XG will actually be called the TG, and will offer more horsepower, more interior features like front and rear seat heaters, a DVD navigation system with an 8-inch screen, as well as a more refined interior design. The exterior sports more luxurious refinements such as xenon projection headlights, L.E.D taillights, a sportier look with a higher rise beltline, and an Audi A6 like A,B,C, and D pillars. The new engine is rumored to range from 265 hp to 290 hp. All-wheel drive is a major possibility that is currently being rumored on the net, however, the overall look of this XG replacement indicates Hyundai's will to seriously compete in the entry-level luxury market.

(IMG:http://www.pix8.net/pro/pic/9223tTfcp/345118.jpg)

TG is Hyundai's internal name for the car, but it will have a different name when it hits the market. they have not yet announced it's north america name. it won't be Grandeur, SG or TG.
i saw the car yesterday - it isn't as big as i thought it would be, but very nicely styled

the name will be "AZERA"

I'll be at the unveiling in New York next Wednesday. if you're right, i'll be very impressed. not that i doubt you.

Recently I have been able to see the design for the TG or 2006 XG350, pics have been posted from the Geneva car show.

I'm sad....I'm sad because the reason why I chose to buy a brand new 2003 XG350 was because of its unique place on the road....no one ever believed me when I told them it was a Hyundai, it looked like a child created from a Jaguar and Lincoln.

The new TG looks like any other car now. Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Mazada...they all have a common theme. The XG was different by its more European appearance. The nose looks like a Honda Accord, the tail is now without its tradmark tall narrow tail lights and looks an Acura. The wood trim is gone. The only positive I see is the 50hp added to the already 180hp.

I have heard rumors that Hyundai may produce another model sedan even bigger with a possible V8 for the American market. I hope its true and will keep away from being average like all other sedans.

I intend to replace my XG350 one day, (when it is old and worn) with another XG350, but it will not be a 2006 model year.

Here is a link to some pics from the Geneve Auto Show

http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows/20...undai_grandeur/

Hyundai Canada head office has a "SENTENIAL" (saw it at my last NF training 2 weeks ago), which I was told is used for high-level visitors. It is a 4.5 ltr V8 with direct injection, has 298 hp, is sold in Korea only, and shipped to embassies around the world.
I don’t know if north America is willing to pay +- $120000.00 for a “as this car equipped” Hyundai.
This car is awesome with all bells & whistles.

if anyone is interested to look at this vehicle duke has just mentioned go to the hyundai saudi arabia site where it is sold over there but called a 'centennial' this vehicle is also sold in some asian countries i.e. china,japan.vietnam. the nearest it gets to the western world is poland. but as far as l know it is not available anywhere in western europe

This post has been edited by montego: Mar 19 2005, 10:15 AM

www.hyundaiusa.com

The 2006 Hyundai Azera, will be available in the US in the Fall.

Duke - you were right on. Saw the Azera unveil yesterday - it looks much better in person than in photos. Also saw the unveil of the next Accent. For it's segment, I like it. They also announced that XM radio will soon be standard in every model.