The new 2007 Hyundai Entourage minivan, which made its world debut at the Chicago Auto Show 2006, is a perfect combination of standard safety, comfort and a powerful engine and outstanding quality.
The Hyundai warranty of 10 years/100, 000 miles is just one more reason to consider in your list of options if you are looking for a minivan.
Our test drive was exceptional to find a vehicle very practical, comfortable and with a remarkable stability on the road.
For the base price of nearly $ 23,000, will be difficult to find another minivan that offers the same amount of additions and incentives that Entourage, while providing a pleasant driving experience.
The Entourage is the first vehicle seat Hyundai Hideaway third-row, a user-friendly seat 60/40 split folding the floor, offering flexibility for up to seven passengers.
At 202 inches long and 78.1 inches wide, the new Entourage is truly full-size. In fact, these larger dimensions and efficient packaging deliver an interior volume of 172 cubic feet.
Hyundai Entourage renewed equipped with effective security technologies in the industry, including Electronic Stability Control (ESC), active front head against lashes and six airbags including side curtain airbags that help protect passengers in the three rows during side impacts.
Hyundai is confident that the Entourage gets the five stars rating in frontal crash tests and side of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The 2007 Entourage continues Hyundai's leadership standardizes safety-enhancing technologies in the industry.
The combination of air bags and side curtain airbags, which help protect the head and body during side impacts, can reduce fatalities by more than 45 percent, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). In addition, all Entourage models come with Electronic Stability Control (ESC), one of the most effective technologies to save lives. ESC compares the driver's intended course with the vehicle's actual response.
ESC then brakes individual wheels in front and rear and / or reduces engine power as needed in certain driving circumstances to help correct the address.
IIHS studies show vehicles equipped with ESC experience 53 percent fewer fatalities in single vehicle.
Front disc brakes (11.7 inches) and rear (11.9 inches) are standard and are coupled with an Antilock Brake System (ABS) that includes four-channel Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) to optimize brake performance even with differing vehicle loading.
All seats have safety belts and adjustable head restraints three points.
A comfortable and efficient
Hyundai Entourage got renewed 2007 is one of the most comfortable and convenient minivans on the market, thanks to a refined interior design and highly desired standard features. The Entourage 2007 offers two automatic sliding doors with power windows, adjustable conversation mirror and a foldaway center tray table with four cup holders.
All Entourage have a premium HVAC system with dual front climate controls and separate controls in the second row, and ventilation in the back for passengers in the second and third row. For drivers, there are folding side view mirrors, tilt steering wheel and power adjustable pedals optional.
The interior is finished in a color scheme of two tones with wood or metal. Luxurious leather seats are standard on the Limited model, like a power tailgate, heated front seats and an electroluminescent instrument cluster. An entertainment system in the back seat with eight-inch LCD monitor, backup warning sensors and Infinity sound system (R) surround sound AM/FM/CD/MP3 Logic 7 (R) brings the comfort of passengers to another level.
Complementing the space and versatility of Entourage, the seats flip and fold second row seats provide easy access to the Hyundai Hideaway third-row, standard on all models.
Powerful engine
the modern motor Entourage, all-aluminum 3.8-liter V6 DOHC 24 valves produces 242 horsepower and 251 lb.-ft. of torque placing it at the top of the minivan segment.
Also has timing chains no scheduled maintenance (instead of the bands found in many V6s, which must be replaced at intervals).
Even with its impressive output, the Entourage is also environmentally friendly and achieves certification levels Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV).
Fused to the technically advanced V6 is the equally advanced five-speed automatic transmission SHIFTRONIC (R) manual control. The transmission offers smooth shifts and a wide expanse of relationships that meet the characteristics of the engine and includes a torque converter overdrive for highway driving quiet and efficient.
Bold design
The Entourage continues the new style introduced in all Santa Fe 2007 - decided, refined and confident. Lower fenders, a sophisticated hood and a chrome grille give Entourage a determined face. Projector-type headlights and optional fog lights complete the front styling.
The fenders continue into the sideline to give a uniform profile. Integrated rack rails and trim color with chrome accents complement the low side lines. A rear spoiler with integrated brake light, chrome accents and combination tail lights repeat the design style front.
The Entourage rides on a chassis of a piece minivan with a wheelbase of 118.9 inches and a width of 66.3 inches that makes it longer and wider than the competition. This chassis was specifically designed to deliver a rewarding ride.
Thanks to the suspension geometry and wide track width (which enables greater turn angles), Hyundai engineers were able to give Entourage an impressive turning circle of 39.6 feet for parking situations and U-turns
The independent suspension on all four wheels of the Entourage has McPherson struts with coil springs and a stabilizer bar up front, while the rear suspension uses a multi-point design with springs and stabilizer bar. The steering rack and pinion sensitive solid engine also contributes to the management of Entourage. Entourage models come with steel wheels and tires 16 inch 225/70 R16 alloy wheels or 17 inch with tires 235/60 R17.
A question of values
A well-equipped 2007 Entourage, with standard Electronic Stability Control, six airbags, active head against lashes, TPMS, 3.8-liter V6 engine, roof rack rails, tilt steering wheel, cruise control, keyless entry, AM / FM / CD , wiper deicer and climate control system into three zones, will be priced at $ 23.800, less than other similar cars from other brands. The Hyundai Entourage comes in three different models: The well-equipped GLS, SE full of benefits and premium Limited.
No comments:
Post a Comment