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Hyundai Equus / Centennial 2 (VI)

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Product Overview

Hyundai Equus / Centennial 2 (chassis code VI) is a full-size luxury sedan in production from 2009 to 2013, whereupon it received a facelift. It was available with a range of V6 and V8 engines that displaced 3.8 to 5.0 liters.

Compared to the original Equus, the Mark 2 model received a more coherent exterior design, though which bears some uncanny resemblance to the Lexus LS XF40. The powertrain is greatly upgraded, with a new 8-speed automatic transmission and two 5.0L naturally-aspirated V8s (one port-injected and one direct-injected) available.

Fortunately, Hyundai has not ventured into the diesel, hybrid, or AWD nonsense for this vehicle.

A LWB model, however, was available in select regions.

Hyundai has made a good effort in aerodynamics, with a decent 0.27 coefficient of drag to show for it.

Drivers who appreciate handling will be pleased to know that the Equus 2 comes with multi-link suspensions at all four corners. This provides the best cornering performance and tunability, at the expense of cost and a little bit of durability.

Ratings

What we found

Neofiliac score 71%

Pros

Improved NA V6 & V8 engine lineup
New 8-speed automatic transmission
Improved exterior styling
Good 0.27 drag coefficient
Great multi-link suspension setup

Cons

Heavily influenced by Lexus LS Mk4

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