The tiburon is surprisingly reliable. I have had no problems with it other than cracked leather in the driver's seat but that is to be expected after all the years of use. Other than that all that has gone wrong is an alarm system that was installed via aftermarket that caused the door to jam
Mike Johnston
on March 17, 2021
Will it work
Can i put a new timing belt in without having any problems or will it ruin the car??
Grace T
on December 25, 2020
2008 Hyundai tiburon, super roomy, fuel efficient, and very comfortable.
My 2008 Hyundai tiburon is the most amazing car I've owned. It gets great gas mileage so I never spend too much on gas. The sunroof is perfect for summer days and it surprisingly roomy inside, perfect for those long car rides. I've used it to move furniture before as well, you can fit an entire futon mattress in the back.
Megan M
on December 20, 2020
It is a reliable car. We have had no trouble out of it at all.
I love the look of the vehicle and it has been a great reliable car. I do wish that it had another gear and cruise control.
Richard n
on December 13, 2020
It's sleek and has a great acceleration for a 4 cylinder.
I love the sleep look it has. For a sports car, there is plenty of room. The only complaint I have is that the seat is not comfortable for my commute (4+ hours a day).
Wendy Jackson
on November 7, 2020
I love my car but several sensors have gone bad.
Yes
Samantha W
on October 10, 2020
It gets me where i need to go. It runs, it is fast
It's a nice car. Very fast can get up and go. But some things on car are cheaply made like handles, things on seat, levers
Kristin L
on October 8, 2020
Great sporty car with no performance issues.
Have not had any maintenance issues over the ten years I have had my Tiburon. Just standard oil changes, tire rotations, and new tires a couple years ago. My only complaint is the paint has faded / worn on the spoiler in the back and also around the gas cap. No performance issues though.
Beatrice B
on September 15, 2020
2008 Hyundai Tiburon, aka, the shark: it lives up to its name.
The Hyundai 2008 Tiburon is sleek, fast, and horsepower is fantastic. My vehicle was bought brand new in 2008, and I still get compliments on its beauty. The interior is not as great if you want a vehicle that can comfortably seat adults, especially the back seat. More room would be necessary. For a single person who has one adult for t seat passenger, this vehicle is fine. Also, the trunk is spacious for a coup.
Rick M
on August 22, 2020
Sounds amazing and feels fast!
A lot of electrical problems aside from traction in the tires I have changed them multiple timers and they still slip up. The car runs great but small problems aside on a daily basis. It's a great starter car nothing else. My brake lights works go out a lot, the battery would be dead or the plug would disconnect.
Michael Crawley C
on August 9, 2020
It gets good gas mileage. .
It looks great and it handles well. In 3 years has not had any mechanical problem even with over 100k miles.
Heather C
on August 9, 2020
It's been tough one accident and it was still drivable.
I love my car. It's a small hatchback sports car and fits my life. It is good in the snow. I wish i had cruise control.
Gayle Dobson
on May 10, 2020
Great Car
The only problem I have had which I learned how to fix myself is the transmission started to start skipping. I researched this problem in great depth before getting a new transmission.Hyundai will reset the transmission software but only once. After that i I had it happen again so I figured out how to do it myself. Disconnect the battery for a few minutes and it resets the cars computer. Then drive the car for 30 minutes at your normal fast speeds. The computer learns your driving patterns.It saved me buying a transmission. The only other problem is they stopped making Tiburons. They are my favorite car.
Tristan H
on April 27, 2020
Reliable vehicle with good gas mileage
My vehicle has been very reliable. It is smooth, fast, pretty efficient on gas, and comfortable. It is a small, two-door vehicle, but I like it. The seats in the back fold down, which provides extra room when traveling. I bought the car used and invested a fair amount of money into its repairs and maintenance, which seems to have paid off thus far. I have had a few minor issues here and there, but, overall, I would say that the vehicle is reliable.
Denise C
on February 27, 2020
Reliable and fun vehicle.
Very reliable vehicle, low maintenance costs. Limited back seat passenger room. Good control in bad weather.
Phil Y
on February 23, 2020
Overall very dependable with almost no repairs or problems to this point after ten years of use.
Ride is a little bumpy. Back seat is useless even for small child to get in and out. Traction in snow is not the best.
david Y
on December 23, 2019
Design, the looks the drive
Drive well, site 3 in the back good design
Catherine J
on November 14, 2019
Be sure to get overdrive on your vehicle!
My specific car did not come with o/d or cruise control (I bought it used). The cruise control missing is not a problem but no o/d is kind of a headache. I have had no major problems with my car and it has around 156 000 miles. I honestly wish they produced this model, I would buy a new one in a heartbeat!!
Samantha S
on November 11, 2019
The tires are horrible and have to constantly be replaced.
Dashboard lights always come on and off. Change tires way to often. Have had many electrical issues.
Dave M
on November 10, 2019
HIGH MAINTENANCE COSTS LOW FUEL INTAKE
The car is older and it breaks down. The bucket seats are uncomfortable for me.
Tara A
on November 5, 2019
It's a very reliable car. It has well over 150000 miles and still runs great.
Its very low to the ground so it's a little hard to get in and out. It's a little uncomfortable to sit in for a while but besides that it's a wonderful little car.
Michele C
on October 20, 2019
This car is fast sporty and fun as well as very comfortable.
2 door sports car. They don't make it any more. Electrical problems
Lajs C
on September 7, 2019
They don't make them anymore
Small sporty s**y and fun to drive and good gas mileage
Adrian S
on August 24, 2019
Fun car to drive -- fast pickup and looks good!
Great car, regular maintenance required. Did have an emission issue but otherwise no issues. It is a manual car and get good mileage. I especially enjoy the quick pick up. Not a large backseat so not ideal for families. It is low to the ground so some people might have trouble getting in and out.
James L
on August 2, 2019
It's absolutely Amazing on gas mileage
After 5 years I've noticed some minor electrical issues but other than that I haven't really had any problems with the vehicle. Besides the car alarm system seems to be very hard to work with without a key fob. Make sure you have a key fob to disarm the alarm
Elizabeth C
on July 3, 2019
I love my Hyundai tiburon.
I love my tiburon! I have had it for 7 years, I have never had any mechanical issues aside from regular maintenance. It gets great gas mileage and it fits 4 people in a 2 door car. It rides pretty smooth for a small car, and it is really easy to park. It is a great first car or gas saver. I would recommend it to anyone!
toni m
on June 2, 2019
I purchased this car used. When I bought it there was a very loud sound coming from the rear wheels. I thought it was due to being a small fast car, but later found out it was an issue the used car lot had never addressed. I have also had a defective headlight that Hyundai said is not their fault. The cost is too great for me to fix. Other than those 2 things, I like this car and have had fun driving it.
It's fun to drive a manual transmission. It looks sporty. It's low to the ground so sometimes it's challenging to get out of it.
Rosalie M
on May 24, 2019
It's very reliable comfortable. Not many problems if you keep up on maintenance.
The performance is amazing an Its extremely reliable I haven't had really any issues with it a all but I also keep up in the maintenance of it as well and It's very comfortable I would buy another one if I had to get a new car.
Amy L
on May 5, 2019
Overall pleased with my Hyundai tiburon.
The front two seats sit low to the floor, so your legs stretch out in front of you. I am short, so it is perfect for me, but it is a small car for someone over 5'5. My taller friends have trouble being comfortable in the front, but especially have a hard time fitting in the backseat. I love the hatchback, and the ability to switch from an automatic to a manual is fun. I do not use the manual very often though, since there's no clutch. I honestly haven't had any mechanical issues with the car since I got it over a year ago. It is got plenty of get-up-and-go, with the v6 engine, and has a beautiful deep purr. The clear coat is starting to peel off, so that may be an issue with this model, but I haven't researched to see if other people have reported that problem.
Clayton H
on May 4, 2019
The most important thing is, that is has a manual transmission.
I absolutely love my vehicle. It is very reliable, and requires very little maintenance. I do not have any complaints.
Aaron J
on April 15, 2019
2008 Hyundai Tiburon GT: end of the line
My 2008 Hyundai Tiburon GT has been a solid vehicle. With Black-pearl paint and 17' premium Hyundai wheels, this is only some of the fine perks. 4 spd: Automatic/manual transmission aka*slapshift! V6 provides the power to have fun on mountain roads, interstate travel and daring curvy roads. Overall it looks faster than what it can actually do, brakes are fantastic, automatic sunroof switch can be sticky. Door handles are poor and I have experienced problems from both inside and out. Horrible. Other than that, a fun and affordable sports car.
Emma D
on January 26, 2019
It is pretty old. I would probably just go for a newer model.
Very reliable. All of the problems that it has had are mostly my fault, such as tires and a wreck. My brakes are pretty bad as well as my struts.
Justin K
on December 6, 2018
That you can not really fit more that two people in the car without feeling cramped
It is a very fun car to drive it handles well and had a decent amount of power. It's a little bit small but it is very reliable
Cody A
on November 25, 2018
The Body Style, and inside
So far I have not had any problems out of my vehicle. My vehicle is very comfortable and reliable. It also has quite a bit of power considering the 3.0 engine. I did buy it pre owned. I would Definitely recommend this model to anyone looking for a reliable car. The style of this car I seem to think is really unique.
Robert A
on November 16, 2018
It's so easy to maintain, drive, and own while still looking sporty
Dependable, comfortable, sporty, and easy to handle.