Full-sized and presented with plenty of luxury, the 2011 Hyundai Azera is a comfortable and spacious 4-door sedan. 2 trims are offered: GLS and Limited. It provides power through the front wheels by a stock 3.3L 260-horsepower (6200 RPM) 233 ft-lb (4500 RPM) V6 engine and a newly designed Shiftronic 6-speed automatic gearbox. Optionally, you can select the Limited's 3.8L 283 horsepower 263 ft-lb V6 powerplant configuration. EPA estimations for fuel economy for GLS versions are 20/28 mpg city/highway (19/27 mpg for Limited trims).

The new Azera 2011 Hyundai has received a fresh do-over including extra engine power, the previously mentioned new transmission as well as spruced-up exterior trim, lighting package, wheel design and grill. Retail pricing ranges from $25,495 up to $30,095, fitting in nicely with class competitors including the Chevy Impala ($25,605), Honda Accord ($24,105), Ford Taurus ($25,170) and the Toyota Camry ($24,890. Leran more about Azera financing.

The Hyundai Azera 2011 GLS comes loaded with standard features and amenities including:

• Automatic AC;
• Satellite radio;
• Faux wood accents;
• Powered windows, locks and mirrors;
• 17-inch alloy wheels;
• Powered front seats;

2011 Azera Limited sedans are standardly equipped with additional goodies including:

• Powered sunroof;
• Leather seating trims;
• Powered rear blind;
• Heated front seats;
• Scuff plates on door sills;
• Integrated memory;
• Wood grain tilt/telescopic steering wheel;
• Premium audio system;

Standard safety features for the Hyundai Azera

• 8 separate airbags;
• Active frontal head restraints;
• Height adjustable safety belts
• Remote keyless entry;
• Cruise control;
• Electronic stability and traction control;
• 4-wheel all-disc antilock braking;
• Seat belt pre-tensioners;
• Occupancy sensor;
• Halogen headlamps;
• Headlight washer;
• Fully automatic exterior lighting control;
• Content theft deterrent alarm system;
• 2-stage door locks;
• Door curb lights;
• Ignition disable;
• Tire pressure monitoring;

A strong member of the full-sized, near-luxury sedan class, the 2011 Hyundai Azera is a sizable competitor. It measures 193.3 inches in length, 72.8 inches in width and 58.7 inches in height. Its 109.4-inch wheelbase clears the ground by 6.4 inches, carrying its 3576-pound curb weight in balanced fashion. On the inside, you'll find 40 inches of headroom, 58 inches of shoulder room, 56 inches of hip room and a very impressive 43.7 inches of legroom for frontal passengers. 16.6 cubic feet of luggage capacity is offered along with standard seating for five adults. Handling is impressive. Corner leaning is minimized. Acceleration is noticeably peppy and the overall design is both stylistic and innovative. Explore the new Azera from Hyundai further right away.