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2004 Hyundai Tiburon Review: Interior

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2004 Hyundai Tiburon Review

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Interior
When the second-generation Tiburon was launched as a 2003 model, its interior seemed less sporty than that of the previous-generation car. That was mostly because everything was finished in black, making it a bit somber. Hyundai has relieved this impression somewhat for 2004, by adding bright trim around the center stack and the switch panel on the door.

The dashboard sweeps across the width of the cabin with just a smallish instrument pod and two heater vents to break up its shape. The fuel and water temperature gauges separate the round tachometer and speedometer.

The stereo system is located in a flat center console panel with large knobs for heating and ventilation located beneath. The manual transmission shifter has a short throw and is well situated for smooth shifting. A proper parking brake is located on the left side of the center console, leaving room for a cupholder and a small storage tray.

The bucket seats are okay, but not as sporty as one might hope for, as they could do with some more side support for spirited driving. We liked the cloth seats because they grip better and are cooler in summer and warmer in winter. Headroom and legroom in front are fine, on par with other cars in the small sport-coupe class.

Like most sport coupes, the Tiburon is really a 2+2-seater, not a full four-seat car. Realistically, the rear seats are better used for storage than for carrying passengers, unless those passengers are shorter than five feet.

The optional 360-watt Infinity stereo features six speakers strategically located and a large subwoofer in the trunk. Crank up the volume and you are enveloped in sound.

Apart from the room taken up by the high-zoot stereo's subwoofer, storage space is quite decent. The wide-opening liftgate and the 50/50 split folding rear seat add to its utility. A cargo net would be a helpful addition to help keep stuff in place when throwing the car around corners after a stop at the grocery store. Next Page


2004 Hyundai Tiburon