Entourage Packs Unsurpassed Safety And More Value For 2008

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Hyundai's first minivan, the Entourage, which earned top marks when first introduced last year, keeps pace in 2008 with even more value and equipment options to suit the needs for families on-the-go. Sporting a powerful 3.8-liter V6 engine and a five-speed automatic transmission - all backed by Hyundai's 10-year, 100,000-mile warranty - the Entourage is one smart buy. Add to that standard safety features like electronic stability control (ESC), six air bags, active front seat head restraints, a top five-star crash test rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) and a TOP SAFETY PICK rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) - the best rating ever for a minivan – and you’ve got a vehicle that continues to be a frontline contender in the minivan segment.

2008 NEW EQUIPMENT HIGHLIGHTS

- Replacement of SE trim level with a new Popular Equipment
- Package option on the GLS, which includes dual power sliding doors, power driver seat, back-up warning sensors, steering wheel audio controls and power rear quarter glass
- New GLS Premium Package includes a rear-seat entertainment system with eight-inch LCD monitor
- Standard Infinity® AM/FM/CD-changer/MP3 audio system with Logic 7® Surround Sound on Limited trim level
- Optional Bluetooth hands free phone connectivity

The Entourage's GLS Popular Equipment Package is new for 2008 and offers a high level of convenience and safety features for less than a comparably equipped 2007 Entourage SE. (The SE trim level is discontinued for 2008.) This high value package includes backup warning sensors to enhance driver awareness when the vehicle is in reverse; steering wheel audio controls to minimize driver distraction; and dual power sliding doors with power sliding windows, power rear quarter glass and power driver seat. This new optional equipment package delivers desirable safety and convenience features to make the GLS trim level a versatile alternative to the higher priced competition, the Honda Odyssey and Toyota Sienna. In fact, the Entourage equipped with the Popular Equipment Package is the lowest priced minivan the offer power sliding doors and backup warning sensors.

The new GLS Premium Package for 2008 adds exterior and interior trim enhancements, along with thoughtful features, including fully automatic front-dual automatic climate controls, Infinity AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio and a eight-inch DVD rear seat entertainment system.

For 2008, the Entourage will continue to feature the popular standard equipment offered when the vehicle was introduced last year, like the Hyundai Hideaway™ third-row seat, a simple-to-use 60/40 split fold-into-the floor seat that offers flexibility for up to seven passengers. Entourage's flip and fold second-row seats add to the vehicle's space and versatility, providing easy access to its third-row seating.

At 202 inches long and 78.1 inches wide, the Entourage is truly full-size. In fact, these larger dimensions and efficient packaging deliver an interior volume of 172 cubic feet - more than Honda Odyssey.

UNSURPASSED SAFETY

The Entourage exemplifies Hyundai's leadership in standardizing the industry's most effective safety technologies. Entourage features six standard airbags, including side air curtains for all three rows of seats. The combination of side and curtain airbags, which help protect the head and body during side impacts, can reduce fatalities by more than 45 percent, according to the IIHS.



In addition, all Entourage trim levels come standard with ESC, one of the industry's most effective life-saving technologies. ESC compares the driver's intended course with the vehicle's actual path, then brakes individual front or rear wheels and/or reduces engine power as needed in certain driving circumstances to help correct understeer or oversteer. IIHS studies show vehicles equipped with ESC experience 56 percent fewer fatalities in single-vehicle crashes. The Entourage, Veracruz, Santa Fe, Tucson, Sonata and Azera all have lifesaving ESC as standard equipment. In fact, 73 percent of all Hyundai vehicles in 2007 were equipped with standard ESC. Hyundai boasts a higher percentage of standard ESC installation than Chevrolet, Ford, Toyota or Honda.

Ventilated front (11.7-in.) and solid rear (11.9-in.) brake rotors are standard and are coupled with a four-channel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) that includes Brake Assist, a technology that provides maximum braking force when a panic stop is detected. The system also utilizes Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) to which varies braking force at each wheel based on road conditions, speed and axle loads to enhance the capabilities of ABS.

All seating positions feature three-point seatbelts and adjustable head restraints. Convenient Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) points allow child seats to be secured in the second- and third-row seats. The active head restraints on the front row combined with the shingle type adjustable head restraints for all other occupants support the neck and reduce whiplash related injuries common during a rear impact. Together, these advanced features have earned Hyundai an unsurpassed rear impact performance rating of "Good" (the highest rating) along with a TOP SAFETY PICK distinction from the IIHS.

Entourage's standard safety equipment also includes a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), which alerts drivers via an illuminated dash display if one or more tires are under inflated. Additionally, included in the GLS Popular Equipment Package and standard on the Limited model are backup warning sensors, which alert drivers audibly when the vehicle gets too close to an object in the rear.

EFFICIENT, FEATURE-PACKED INTERIOR

The 2008 Entourage is one of the most comfortable and convenient minivans on the market, thanks to a number of highly desired standard features. The base GLS includes manual rear sliding doors with power sliding windows; a premium tri-zone HVAC system with dual front climate controls, separate second-row controls and rear-seat vents for both the second- and third-row passengers and a foldaway tray table with four cupholders mounted between the front seats. For drivers, there are heated side mirrors and a tilt steering wheel. The interior is finished with an elegant two-tone color scheme with woodgrain or metalgrain accents. Luxurious leather seats are standard in the Limited model, as are heated front seats and a power tailgate.



POWERFUL V6 ENGINE

Entourage's advanced all-aluminum 3.8-liter DOHC 24-valve standard V6 engine produces 250 horsepower and 253 lb.-ft. of torque, which means Entourage has more standard horsepower and torque than Honda Odyssey and Chrysler Town and Country. The V6 engine features timing chains with no scheduled maintenance, instead of the belts typically found on many V6 engines that need replacement at set intervals. Despite its impressive output, the Entourage is environmentally friendly with its Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV) certification.

Complementing the powerful V6 is an equally advanced five-speed automatic transmission. Offering smooth shifts and optimized ratios, the Entourage's transmission also includes an overdrive lock-up torque converter for quiet, efficient highway cruising. A SHIFTRONIC feature allows drivers to change gear manually, on steep grade for example by moving the gear selector into a separate gate. Pushing the selector forward or pulling it rearward will shift the transmission up or down sequentially, adding to driver control. The shift lever is mounted below the ventilator system controls for easier reach and a clear LCD readout on the instrument panel alerts the driver as to the gear in use.

BOLD DESIGN

Strong fender sculpting, a sophisticated hood crease and a dramatic side profile give Entourage a very stylish, yet functional look all around. Large jeweled projector beam front headlights and optional fog lights complete the front-end styling, while providing excellent forward visibility in a variety of driving conditions. Standard integrated roof rack side rails and color-keyed bodyside moldings with chrome inserts complement the vehicle's bodylines, while a rear spoiler with integrated brake light, chrome accents and combination tail lights round out the design theme.

PURPOSE-BUILT PLATFORM

The Entourage rides on a purpose-built unibody minivan platform with a 118.9-inch wheelbase and a 66.3-inch track width. This chassis was specifically designed to deliver a comfortable ride, secure handling and ample interior space by incorporating sophisticated suspension geometry and wide track.

Entourage's four-wheel independent suspension system is comprised of MacPherson struts with coil springs and a stabilizer bar in the front, while the rear suspension uses a multi-link design with coil springs and a stabilizer bar. Engine-speed-sensitive power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering also contributes to the Entourage's responsiveness at varying speeds.

Entourage models come with 16-inch steel wheels with full covers and 225/70 R16 tires or 17-inch alloy wheels fitted with 235/60 R17 tires.

MODEL LINEUP

The Hyundai Entourage comes in two distinct trim levels: The well-equipped GLS and more luxurious Limited.

ENTOURAGE GLS

Entourage GLS comes well-equipped with a 3.8-liter V6 engine, five-speed SHIFTRONIC automatic transmission, ESC with traction control system, ABS, TPMS, and 16-inch wheels with full covers. Power windows, door locks and remote keyless entry put convenience at the fingertips. Safety features include active front head restraints, dual front airbags, front seat side-impact airbags plus side curtain airbags. Other features include premium cloth seats, tilt steering wheel, cruise control, dual vanity mirrors, front armrest, AM/FM/CD audio system, tri-zone climate control system, a front wiper de-icer and the Hyundai Hideaway third-row seat. Roof rack side rails complete this well-equipped standard package.

Optional for the Entourage GLS is the Popular Equipment Package, which is new for 2008. This package offers dual power sliding doors, power rear quarter glass, backup warning sensors, power driver seat and steering wheel audio controls. The available Premium Equipment Package includes the Popular Equipment Package features, plus a rear-seat entertainment system with an eight-inch LCD monitor; an Infinity AM/FM/CD-changer/MP3 audio system with Logic 7 surround sound; heated side mirrors; leather tilt steering wheel and shift knob; compass plus trip computer; automatic headlights; chrome exterior and interior door handles; dual zone automatic climate controls; 17-inch alloy wheels; dual illuminated vanity mirrors; solar control glass; chrome license garnish and fog lights.



ENTOURAGE LIMITED

The top of the line Entourage Limited comes standard with all of the equipment found on the GLS with Popular Equipment Package and adds a compass; trip computer; Infinity AM/FM/CD-changer/MP3 audio system with Logic 7 surround sound; leather seating surfaces with heated front seats; solar control glass; chrome exterior and interior door handles; automatic headlights; fog lights; chrome license garnish; dual illuminated vanity mirrors; heated side mirrors; premium scuff plates; power tailgate; dual zone front automatic temperature control; 17-inch alloy wheels; leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob and Limited badging.

The available Ultimate Package features a rear-seat entertainment system, a tilt/slide glass sunroof, power front passenger seat, power adjustable foot pedals, integrated memory system controlling the driver's seat, outside mirrors and foot pedals as well as an auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink®.

WARRANTY

The Entourage line-up is protected by the Hyundai Advantage, America's Best Warranty. Coverage includes five-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper protection, 10-year/100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty, and seven-year/unlimited mileage anti-perforation coverage. In addition, Entourage buyers receive 24-hour roadside assistance coverage at no extra charge for five years (no mileage limit), which includes emergency towing, lockout service and limited coverage for trip-interruption expenses. There is no deductible on any of this coverage.

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA

Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced through more than 750 dealerships nationwide.

2008 Hyundai Entourage Specifications

ENGINE
Type	3.8L DOHC (Continuously Variable Valve Timing) V6 (transverse mounted)
Materials	Aluminum block/aluminum head
Bore x stroke	96.0 x 87.0 mm
Displacement	3.8 liters / 3,778 cc
Compression Ratio	10.4:1
Horsepower	250 @ 6,000 rpm
Torque	253 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm
Valves per cylinder	4
TRANSMISSION
Gear ratios	5-speed automatic w/OD lock-up torque converter, shift lock and SHIFTRONIC® manual shift mode
First	3.789:1
Second	2.064:1
Third	1.421:1
Fourth	1.034:1
Fifth	0.728:1
Reverse	3.808:1
Final drive	3.333:1
SUSPENSION
Front	Independent, MacPherson struts with twin-tube gas filled damper and 26 mm stabilizer bar
Rear	Independent, multi-link with twin-tube gas shock absorber and 16 mm stabilizer bar
STEERING
Type	Power-assisted rack-and-pinion, engine-rpm-sensing
Overall Ratio	17.95:1
Turns, lock to lock	3.51
Turning circle	39.6 ft
BRAKES/TIRES/WHEELS
Front	Power-assisted 11.7-in ventilated disc
Rear	Power-assisted 11.9-in solid disc
ABS	4-wheel, 4-channel, 4-sensor with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD)
Tires	P225/70R/16 P235/60R/17
EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase	118.9 in
Overall length	202.0 in
Overall width	78.1 in
Overall height / with roof rack	69.3 in / 71.5 in
Track, front / rear	66.3 in
Tread width, front / rear	66.3 in
Minimum ground clearance	6.58 in
Coefficient of drag	0.31 in
INTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Head room
Front	41.0 in
2nd row	39.8 in
3rd row	38.3 in
Leg room
Front	41.7 in
2nd row	40.9 in
3rd row	34.0 in
Shoulder room
Front	63.2 in
2nd row	65.4 in
3rd row	60.5 in
Hip room
Front	59.2 in
2nd row	65.9 in
3rd row	50.1 in
EPA passenger volume	172.3 cubic ft
EPA cargo volume - behind 3rd row seats	32.2 cubic ft
EPA cargo volume - 3rd row seats folded down	80.2 cubic ft
EPA cargo volume - 3rd row seats folded down and 2nd row seats removed	141.5 cubic ft
CAPACITIES
Fuel	21.1 gallons
Oil	5.8 quarts
Coolant	4.3 quarts
CURB WEIGHT
3.8L	4,400 - 4,659 lbs
MAXIMUM TOWING CAPACITY
Towing with trailer brakes	3,500 lbs
Towing without trailer brakes	1,000 lbs
FUEL ECONOMY	City	Highway
5-speed automatic	16	23

2008 Hyundai Entourage Features

n = standard     o = optional     --    = not available
FUNCTIONAL FEATURES	GLS	Limited
Body construction:
Steel unibody w/ perimeter subframe	n	n
Engine:
3.8L DOCH 24-valve V6	n	n
Multi-port fuel injection	n	n
Steering:
Rack-and-pinion, power-assisted, engine-RPM-sensing	n	n
Suspension:
Front: MacPherson struts w/ twin-tube gas filled damper and 26 mm stabilizer bar	n	n
Rear: Multi-link w/ twin-tube gas shock absorber and 16 mm stabilizer bar	n	n
Transmission/drive system:
5-speed automatic w/OD lock-up torque converter, shift lock and SHIFTRONIC® manual shift mode	n	n
Front wheel drive	n	n
EXTERIOR FEATURES
Headlights, three beam jeweled projector-lens	n	n
Automatic on/off headlamp feature	o	n
Front fog lights, projector type	o	n
Center high mount stop lamp, LED-type	n	n
Tinted glass, no solar control	n	--
Tinted glass, solar control	o	n
Bodycolor outside mirrors, power remote, manual-folding w/ memory	--	o
Bodycolor outside mirrors, manual-folding	n	n
Heated w/ timers side mirrors	o	n
Door handles, body color	n	--
Door handles, chrome	o	n
Bodyside moldings, body color with chrome-insert molding	n	n
Bumpers, bodycolor	n	n
TIRE & WHEELS
P225/70R/16	n	--
P235/60R/17	o	n
16-in. steel wheels	n	--
17-in. alloy wheels	o	n
Spare tire, P135/90R17	n	n
SAFETY/SECURITY FEATURES
Power-assisted front-ventilated disc/rear sold disc brakes	n	n
4-channel/4-sensor/4-wheel ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) w/ EBD (Electronic Brake Distribution) and Brake Assist	n	n
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control System (TCS)	n	n
Driver and front passenger advanced	n	n
Front passenger seat-mounted side-impact airbags	n	n
Roof-mounted side curtain airbags (front, 2nd, 3rd row passengers)	n	n
Occupant Classification System (OCS)	n	n
Front 3-point seat belts w/ adjustable shoulder belt height	n	n
Front seat belt pretensioners and force limiters	n	n
Rear 3-point seat belts	n	n
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) child seat attachment	n	n
Active head restraints for front passengers	n	n
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	n	n
Power window lockout button	n	n
Energy-absorbing steering column	n	n
Front and rear crumple zones	n	n
2.5-MPH bumpers	n	n
Hood buckling creases and safety stops	n	n
Bodyside reinforcements	n	n
Shift interlock system	n	n
Tamper-proof door lock key cylinder	n	n
Steering wheel locks when key is removed	n	n
Remote keyless entry system	n	n
INTERIOR FEATURES
Tri-zone air conditioning w/ dual front temperature controls and separate second-row controls	n	n
Air conditioning w/ automatic temperature control	o	n
Assisted grips, 1 front, 4 rear	n	n
Rear coat hangers, 2 rear	n	n
Center stack mounted 12-volt cigar lighter	n	n
Center stack mounted 12-volt power	n	n
Rear quarter panel mounted 12-volt power	n	n
Glove compartments (2), flocked, bottom with lock	n	n
Cup holders, center console (2), tray table (4), rear (4)	n	n
Front center tray table, attached to front passenger seat	n	n
Premium carpeting	n	n
Carpeted floor mats	o	o
Black painted interior accents (with beige or gray interiors on GLS)	n	--
Wood grain interior accents (with Beige interior)	o	n
Metal grain interior accents (with Gray interior)	o	n
Door trim, cloth inserts w/ integrated armrest	n	--
Door trim, simulated leather inserts w/ integrated armrest	--	n
Door handles, black	n	--
Door handles, chrome	o	n
Leather-wrapped with poly-urethane shift knob	o	n
Leather-wrapped steering wheel	o	n
Clock, digital	n	n
AUDIO SYSTEM
AM/FM/CD audio system with 6 speakers, 172 watt	n	n
AM/FM/in-dash 6-CD changer/MP3 audio system with 13 premium Infinity® speakers and Infinity 12-channel digital external amplifier with Logic 7® surround sound processing, 660 watt	o (w/ R.S.E)	n
Rear seat entertainment, 8-in. roof-mounted LCD screen with DVD player	o (w/ Infinity)	o
6-disc in-dash CD changer	o	o
Steering wheel-mounted audio controls	o	n
INTERIOR ILLUMINATION
Overhead dome light w/ delay out	n	n
Illumination ignition	n	n
Front map lights	n	n
Roof-mounted rear reading light	n	n
Glove compartment light, cargo light, ashtray light	n	n
I/P switch illumination (hazard)	n	n
Driver and passenger side vanity mirrors, illuminated	o	n
POWER/REMOTE CONTROL FEATURES
Dual power rear sliding doors w/ remote access	o	n
Power tailgate w/ remote access	--	n
Cruise control	n	n
Power door locks	n	n
Dual power outside mirrors, bodycolor, manual folding w/ memory (I.M.S.)	--	o
Dual power outside mirrors, bodycolor, manual-folding	n	n
Heated outside mirrors	o	n
Power driver's seat, 8-way adjustable	o	n
Power driver's seat w/ memory (I.M.S.), 8-way adjustable	--	o
Power front passenger seat, 4-way adjustable	--	o
Manual adjustable tilt steering column	n	n
Integrated memory system: power driver seat, outside mirrors, foot pedals	--	o
3rd row quarter glass, manual	n	--
3rd row quarter glass, power	o	n
SEATS
7-passenger seating	n	n
Front and second row multi-adjustable captains chairs	n	n
Hyundai Hideaway™ third row seat w/ 60/40 split fold-into-floor	n	n
Premium cloth seat trim	n	--
Leather seating surfaces	--	n
Driver's 8-way power adjustable	o	n
Driver's 8-way power adjustable seat w/ memory (I.M.S.)	--	o
Front passenger power 4-way adjustable	--	o
Seatback pockets	n	n
Driver's seat manual adjustable lumbar support	n	n
Heated front seats	--	n
METERS/GAUGES
Speedometer, tachometer, coolant temperature, fuel level, odometer, trip odometer, and I/P gauge face color	n	n
Roof-mounted compass and trip computer	o	n
Indicators: PRNDL (AT only), cruise control, turn/hazard, high beam, ESC/TCS and TPMS (high-line lear type supplied through Hyundai Mobis)	n	n
WARNING LIGHTS
Oil pressure, charge, door ajar, tailgate open, airbag, seatbelt, low fuel, brake, check engine and ABS	n	n
WIPERS
2-speed variable intermittent wipers w/ washer	n	n
Intermittent rear windshield	n	n
Rear window defroster, electronic w/ timer	n	n
WARRANTY
Bumper-to-bumper, 5 years/60,000 miles	n	n
Powertrain, 10 years/100,000 miles	n	n
Corrosion, 7 years/unlimited miles	n	n
Roadside assistance, 5 years/unlimited miles	n	n
OPTIONAL FEATURES
Sunroof, power glass with tilt & slide, one-touch open	--	o
Popular Equipment Package includes dual power sliding doors, backup warning sensors, power driver seat, steering wheel audio controls, power rear quarter glass	o	--
GLS Premium Package includes Popular Equipment Package features plus dual illuminated vanity mirrors, heated side view mirrors, leather tilt steering wheel and shift knob, compass and trip computer, solar control glass, chrome inside door handles, wood grain or metal grain interior trim, dual front fully automatic climate control with manual rear controls, chrome exterior door handles, automatic headlights, fog lights, rear seat entertainment, Infinity audio/CD changer/surround sound, 17-in. alloy wheels tires	o	--
Ultimate Package includes rear seat entertainment, power sunroof with tilt & slide, power front passenger seat, power adjustable foot pedals, integrated memory system on driver’s seat and foot pedals, auto-dimming inside rearview mirrors and HomeLink®	--	o
SAFETY RATING
IIHS "Top Safety Pick"	n	n