2005 HYUNDAI TIBURON SPORTS COUPE
Styling, Performance & Value
Three words describe the exciting 2005 Hyundai Tiburon - Styling, Performance and Value. The second-generation Tiburon was all new for 2003 and went on sale during the first quarter of 2002.
CHANGES FOR 2005
When you already have a powerful, high-styled vehicle you stay with the winning combination. The changes for 2005 include design enhancements and packaging adjustments. There is a new, entry-level version of the Tiburon called the GS. There is a new ultimate performance edition of the Hyundai Tiburon called the SE, which builds on the Special Edition package introduced last year. And there is the value-packed high-performance GT model.
The exterior of every Tiburon has been revised for 2005. The front end features a new grille and lower fascia, new headlamp and foglamp design. In addition the side garnish has been changed from the original gill design to a horizontal slot style. The side mirrors have been redesigned to improve aerodynamics and provide even better vision for the driver. There is also a new taillight treatment and new badging that reflects the three trim levels.
There are three Hyundai Tiburon models offered for 2005 - the stylish and affordable GS, the refined performance Tiburon GT and the ultimate performance Tiburon SE.
HYUNDAI TIBURON GS
The Tiburon GS is fitted with Hyundai's high-tech 2.0-liter, 16-valve DOHC, four-cylinder engine. For 2005, Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) has been added for even more precise control of engine emissions.
The CVVT unit is mounted on the front of the exhaust camshaft but controls the intake valve timing by advancing or retarding the intake camshaft in relation to the exhaust camshaft. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) controls the amount of timing advance up to 40 degrees of crank angle (20 degrees of cam angle). The CVVT system delivers improved performance at high RPM and increased torque at low RPM through increased volumetric and thermodynamic efficiencies.
By optimizing valve overlap the NOx emissions are reduced due to the EGR
effect. The 2.0-liter CVVT engine is rated at 138 horsepower at 6,000 RPM and delivers 136 lb-ft of torque at 4,500 RPM.
Hyundai Tiburon GS is fitted with a smooth-shifting 5-speed manual transmission and the available 4-speed automatic is fitted with Hyundai's Shiftronic manumatic control.
The Tiburon GS sound system is an AM/FM/CD stereo system with six speakers.
Tiburon GS is fitted with restyled 16-inch alloy wheels and 16-inch Michelin tires. A handsome 17-inch wheel and tire package is available for the first time with the four-cylinder powertrain for 2005.
HYUNDAI TIBURON GT
The Tiburon GT model is fitted with Hyundai's all-aluminum 2.7-liter V6 engine and a 5-speed manual transmission. The DOHC V6 engine is rated at 172 horsepower at 6,000 RPM and 181 lb-ft of torque at 3,800 RPM.
Hyundai Tiburon GT is fitted with the standard 5-speed manual transmission; the 4-speed Shiftronic automatic is available. All Tiburon GT models are fitted with a rear decklid spoiler and 17-inch Michelin all-season tires mounted on handsome 17 x 7.0-in alloy wheels. In addition, the sporty GT is fitted with a leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather-wrapped transmission gear selector knob and leather door inserts. New for 2005 is the efficient HVAC unit features air conditioning with automatic temperature control.
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