It has a look that is usually reserved for much more expensive or higher performing cars. To the budget conscious however, this is a blessing. No other entry level or economy minded car offers this kind of sporty look for the money. However, upon closer inspection the Tiburon looks like pieces of different cars rolled into one. Hyundai says the Tiburon is a direct descendant of the sharp looking HCD-II concept car created a few years back by the Hyundai California Design Studio.
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Don t get me wrong, the Tiburon is neat looking, and many people commented that they couldn t believe it was a Hyundai, as the Tiburon made a good first impression. However, the front end looks like a morph between a late model Toyota Celica and an Acura Integera, while the profile resembles a Ford Escort ZX2 coupe, sans the bulging fender wells. Speaking of the fender wells, they really add to the overall look of the vehicle, but may be too muscular, as they overwhelm the attractive 15-inch alloys, making them look smaller than they actually are. The front lower air dam adds to the sportiness of the car, with its wide air intake book-ended by a pair of driving lights. As far as fit and finish is concerned, the Tiburon passes with flying colors, almost.