Tiburon is a sharp-looking small coupe geared for more enthusiastic driving than most Hyundai products. GS versions of the FWD come with a 138hp 2.0L 4-cylinder engine. GT and SE versions include a 172hp 2.7L V6 which is almost unheard of in this size and class of vehicle. The SE pairs the V6 with a 6-speed manual which is also unique in the class. Unfortunately both engines are a bit underpowered compared to other small coupes. The Tiburon is a unique vehicle but a bit overpriced when compared to other offerings like the Civic Si/EX, Cobalt, and Scion TC. The Tiburon is due to be updated in 2007.
Model/Trim/Package | Engine | | | Original MSRP
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Tiburon GS | 2.0l I4 (138-bhp) | M5 | FWD | $16,095 |
Tiburon GS | 2.0l I4 (138-bhp) | A4 | FWD | $16,995 |
Tiburon GT | 2.7l V6 (172-bhp) | M5 | FWD | $18,495 |
Tiburon SE | 2.7l V6 (172-bhp) | M6 | FWD | $20,995 |
Tiburon GT | 2.7l V6 (172-bhp) | A4 | FWD | $19,395 |