2008 Hyundai Tiburon Introduction
The Hyundai Tiburon (also known as Hyundai Coupe) is a compact coupe produced by Hyundai since 1996. The name itself means "Shark" in Spanish. Tiburon is the name given to the current North American, Australian, New Zealand, South African, and Austrian production of the vehicle, though it is called the Hyundai Coupe in other world markets. It has also been known by the moniker Turbulence and Tuscani in the South Korean market.
The model has been released in two generations (RD and GK) over its lifespan and in that time these generations have been subject to periodic facelifts. These facelifts have attempted to keep the car up to date with various safety improvements and a mixture of changes to exterior and interior styling. The RD Tiburon was in production for 5 years from 1996 to 2001. The GK Tiburon has been produced since 2002 and is still in production in its latest guise.
Hyundai officially announced that the 2008 model year will be the last for the Tiburon. While no replacement has been announced, Hyundai has officially stated that the 2010 Genesis Coupe is not a Tiburon replacement. Tiburon is another model totally apart from Genesis Coupe. According to Korean newspaper Autotimes, Hyundai ready for new model of Tiburon which have 1.6 L/2.0 L Turbo Engine.
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The model has been released in two generations (RD and GK) over its lifespan and in that time these generations have been subject to periodic facelifts. These facelifts have attempted to keep the car up to date with various safety improvements and a mixture of changes to exterior and interior styling. The RD Tiburon was in production for 5 years from 1996 to 2001. The GK Tiburon has been produced since 2002 and is still in production in its latest guise.
Hyundai officially announced that the 2008 model year will be the last for the Tiburon. While no replacement has been announced, Hyundai has officially stated that the 2010 Genesis Coupe is not a Tiburon replacement. Tiburon is another model totally apart from Genesis Coupe. According to Korean newspaper Autotimes, Hyundai ready for new model of Tiburon which have 1.6 L/2.0 L Turbo Engine.
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2008 Hyundai Tiburon Specifications
Dimensions
Exterior
Length: 173 in. / Width: 69.3 in.
Height: 52.4 in. / Wheel Base: 99.6 in.
Curb Weight: 2898 lbs.
Interior
Front Head Room: 38 in. / Front Hip Room: 51.6 in.
Front Shoulder Room: 53.9 in. / Rear Head Room: 34.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room: 50.6 in. / Rear Hip Room: 44.7 in.
Front Leg Room: 43.1 in. / Rear Leg Room: 29.9 in.
Luggage Capacity: 14.8 cu. ft. / Maximum Seating: 4
Performance Data
Performance
Base Number of Cylinders: 4 / Base Engine Size: 2 liters
Base Engine Type: Inline 4 / Horsepower: 138 hp
Max Horsepower: 6000 rpm / Torque: 136 ft-lbs.
Max Torque: 4500 rpm / Drive Type: FWD
Turning Circle: 35.8 ft.
Fuel Data
Fuel
Fuel Tank Capacity: 14.5 gal.
EPA Mileage Estimates: (City/Highway/Combined)
Manual: 20 mpg / 28 mpg / 23 mpg
Range in Miles:
Manual: 290 mi. / 406 mi. / 333.5 mi.
Exterior
Length: 173 in. / Width: 69.3 in.
Height: 52.4 in. / Wheel Base: 99.6 in.
Curb Weight: 2898 lbs.
Interior
Front Head Room: 38 in. / Front Hip Room: 51.6 in.
Front Shoulder Room: 53.9 in. / Rear Head Room: 34.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room: 50.6 in. / Rear Hip Room: 44.7 in.
Front Leg Room: 43.1 in. / Rear Leg Room: 29.9 in.
Luggage Capacity: 14.8 cu. ft. / Maximum Seating: 4
Performance Data
Performance
Base Number of Cylinders: 4 / Base Engine Size: 2 liters
Base Engine Type: Inline 4 / Horsepower: 138 hp
Max Horsepower: 6000 rpm / Torque: 136 ft-lbs.
Max Torque: 4500 rpm / Drive Type: FWD
Turning Circle: 35.8 ft.
Fuel Data
Fuel
Fuel Tank Capacity: 14.5 gal.
EPA Mileage Estimates: (City/Highway/Combined)
Manual: 20 mpg / 28 mpg / 23 mpg
Range in Miles:
Manual: 290 mi. / 406 mi. / 333.5 mi.
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Question: Where in arizona can you get the superchargers kits for the 2008 hyundai tiburon?
I want to make the 2008 hyundai tiburon faster... so i want to get the supercharger kit for my tiburon.. and when i do find a supercharger kit for the tiburon it says its for the tiburon year 2000 to 2006.... does it matter? Can i still install the 2000 to 2006 supercharger to my 2008 tiburon?
Answer: contact www.mpcustoms.com they have them.. You have to email them or call, they are not on their site...
Question: Will there be a 2008 Hyundai Tiburon? If So, when does it go on sale?
I know the TIburon will be changed to Coupe/Tuscani. But I dont know if that happens in 2008 or 2009. I'm wondering if it will be possible to find a 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Answer: 2008 Tiburon is unchanged from 2007, no rush to get it, should be out in the next 2 months, call your local dealer for an exact date. The updated Tiburon is a 2010 model due out sometime in 2009, there is virtually no info other then it will be RWD and come standard with a V6 and optional V8. Apparently Hyundai is moving up to compete with the Mustang and upcoming Camero, leaving only the Scion TC and Mitsu Eclipse in the small sporty 4 seat segment.
Question: How much do u think i can bargain off (Hyundai Tiburon 2008)?
well..looking to buy a new hyundai tiburon 2008 GS sport...
im in BC and it goes for $22595.00 MSRP
and ...thats just a hair over my budget...i was wondering how much do u think i can bargain..and NOT get rejected
also plz dont recommend me other cheaper cars..cuz ive already test drive it and i love it
Answer: Go to edmunds.com or kbb.com and find out the dealer's invoice price with all the options you've selected and any applicable rebates. I think they have a $500 rebate right now. So try to shoot for the car at invoice price -$500.
Do not be afraid to walk out. If they want the sell they will call you back or not let you leave in the first place. Do not go early in the day or they might try to wear you down over several hours. Go to the showroom about one hour near their closing time and see how long they want to stay at work after hours trying to wear you out.
Can you get financing ahead of time. Check the local bank/credit union rates and try to have financing in hand when you show up. Otherwise that "great deal" will be consumed on the financing end with a poor interest rate.
Question: Which car 2008 Hyundai Tiburon GT or GS, which should I get?
I want to buy a Hyundai Tiburon, I saw the GS, and the GT, that's all i can choose from, but I want to know what are the times for the as stock, the 0-60 times, and the 1/4, but then I would also like to know which one can I customize more, and get the most out of it?
Answer: im not exactly sure on the times but gt comes stock with a v6 while gs is just an i4. gt also has .7 more litres of displacement on the gs. go for the gt
Question: Can the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon SE be equipped with the spercharger kit?
If it can tell me where i can get it somewhere around Gilbert, Arizona 85233...
Answer: theres a link to supercharge kits for the tiburon. Im sure the 08 COULD be equipped with one, problem is that it's too new of a car for a supercharger kit to be offered specifically for an 08. you are probably looking at late next year, or early 2010 before one is offered. Now, you could always call the company and see if it will work on the 08. I would imagine it could, only if hyundai hasn't changed anything under the hood in the past few years....
Question: 2008 hyundai tiburon?
in the 2008 hyundai tiburon, isee theres is two diiferent radios?
one is a large factory style cd player and also can get a kenwood after market look, but which one is better? do their kenwood audio system sound good?
is the tiburon fun? could it be a great car for a guy as his first car?
and also what does the optional infinityremium audio sound like? and how many speakers dpes it have?
Answer: Actually, the 2008 model only has 1 stereo option. The 2007 model had 2. The '08 comes standard with the Kenwood, 6-speaker, 220-watt AM, FM, XM, CD Player. The Kenwood system is a very good stock player, as with all systems, generally.
Yes, the Tiburon is fun. Even the GS, although a little underpowered for my taste. The GT V6, which is a bit more in price is worth it.
Question: Where can I get CUSTOM seat covers for my 2008 Hyundai Tiburon?
Answer: www.coverallusa.net/hyundai
They are guaranteed to conform to any airbags you may have. If you choose a cover with fancy designs or such, make sure they comply with any airbags you may have in the seat. Many of Hyundai's side airbags are in the seat back, not the 'wall'.
Question: I'm getting a 2008 Hyundai tiburon, what color should I get....Black or Silver? ?
Answer: I like the look of black more, but silver doesn't show the dirt and it's more popular.
I want to make the 2008 hyundai tiburon faster... so i want to get the supercharger kit for my tiburon.. and when i do find a supercharger kit for the tiburon it says its for the tiburon year 2000 to 2006.... does it matter? Can i still install the 2000 to 2006 supercharger to my 2008 tiburon?
Answer: contact www.mpcustoms.com they have them.. You have to email them or call, they are not on their site...
Question: Will there be a 2008 Hyundai Tiburon? If So, when does it go on sale?
I know the TIburon will be changed to Coupe/Tuscani. But I dont know if that happens in 2008 or 2009. I'm wondering if it will be possible to find a 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Answer: 2008 Tiburon is unchanged from 2007, no rush to get it, should be out in the next 2 months, call your local dealer for an exact date. The updated Tiburon is a 2010 model due out sometime in 2009, there is virtually no info other then it will be RWD and come standard with a V6 and optional V8. Apparently Hyundai is moving up to compete with the Mustang and upcoming Camero, leaving only the Scion TC and Mitsu Eclipse in the small sporty 4 seat segment.
Question: How much do u think i can bargain off (Hyundai Tiburon 2008)?
well..looking to buy a new hyundai tiburon 2008 GS sport...
im in BC and it goes for $22595.00 MSRP
and ...thats just a hair over my budget...i was wondering how much do u think i can bargain..and NOT get rejected
also plz dont recommend me other cheaper cars..cuz ive already test drive it and i love it
Answer: Go to edmunds.com or kbb.com and find out the dealer's invoice price with all the options you've selected and any applicable rebates. I think they have a $500 rebate right now. So try to shoot for the car at invoice price -$500.
Do not be afraid to walk out. If they want the sell they will call you back or not let you leave in the first place. Do not go early in the day or they might try to wear you down over several hours. Go to the showroom about one hour near their closing time and see how long they want to stay at work after hours trying to wear you out.
Can you get financing ahead of time. Check the local bank/credit union rates and try to have financing in hand when you show up. Otherwise that "great deal" will be consumed on the financing end with a poor interest rate.
Question: Which car 2008 Hyundai Tiburon GT or GS, which should I get?
I want to buy a Hyundai Tiburon, I saw the GS, and the GT, that's all i can choose from, but I want to know what are the times for the as stock, the 0-60 times, and the 1/4, but then I would also like to know which one can I customize more, and get the most out of it?
Answer: im not exactly sure on the times but gt comes stock with a v6 while gs is just an i4. gt also has .7 more litres of displacement on the gs. go for the gt
Question: Can the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon SE be equipped with the spercharger kit?
If it can tell me where i can get it somewhere around Gilbert, Arizona 85233...
Answer: theres a link to supercharge kits for the tiburon. Im sure the 08 COULD be equipped with one, problem is that it's too new of a car for a supercharger kit to be offered specifically for an 08. you are probably looking at late next year, or early 2010 before one is offered. Now, you could always call the company and see if it will work on the 08. I would imagine it could, only if hyundai hasn't changed anything under the hood in the past few years....
Question: 2008 hyundai tiburon?
in the 2008 hyundai tiburon, isee theres is two diiferent radios?
one is a large factory style cd player and also can get a kenwood after market look, but which one is better? do their kenwood audio system sound good?
is the tiburon fun? could it be a great car for a guy as his first car?
and also what does the optional infinityremium audio sound like? and how many speakers dpes it have?
Answer: Actually, the 2008 model only has 1 stereo option. The 2007 model had 2. The '08 comes standard with the Kenwood, 6-speaker, 220-watt AM, FM, XM, CD Player. The Kenwood system is a very good stock player, as with all systems, generally.
Yes, the Tiburon is fun. Even the GS, although a little underpowered for my taste. The GT V6, which is a bit more in price is worth it.
Question: Where can I get CUSTOM seat covers for my 2008 Hyundai Tiburon?
Answer: www.coverallusa.net/hyundai
They are guaranteed to conform to any airbags you may have. If you choose a cover with fancy designs or such, make sure they comply with any airbags you may have in the seat. Many of Hyundai's side airbags are in the seat back, not the 'wall'.
Question: I'm getting a 2008 Hyundai tiburon, what color should I get....Black or Silver? ?
Answer: I like the look of black more, but silver doesn't show the dirt and it's more popular.
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