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Although it shares basics with the Altima sedan, the coupe is significantly smaller — its wheelbase is 4 inches shorter, its overall length 7.1 inches less and its height 2.5 inches lower.
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 Hyundai Veracruz

Type: A front-wheel drive large crossover SUV.
Models: GLS, SE, Limited
Engine: 3.8-liter multi-point fuel injection, 6-cylinder, 260-horsepower, 257-pound-feet torque.
Transmission: 6-speed automatic, includes clutchless shifting
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Hyundai Tucson Limited

Type: 4-wheel-drive, five-door, five-passenger crossover vehicle.
Where built: Ulsan, South Korea.
Key rivals: Nissan Rogue; Honda CR-V; Toyota RAV-4; Jeep Patriot; Ford Escape.
Power: 2.7-liter, DOHC, 24-valve, 173-horsepower V6; four-speed auto transmission.
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Hyundai Elantra GLS PZEV

Complaints: There is discernible engine straining and wheezing at speeds in the 60-mph range on low-altitude, straight roads. The car also encounters some breathing difficulties in the mountains.
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While it adopts many of the crossover exterior cues — sloping roof and slightly higher driving position — the EX35 manages to create its own identity.

Exterior: Good. Clean lines and sloping roof give the EX35 a smaller exterior profile than expected.
Interior: Good. Roomy up front and lots of great driver-friendly technology.
Performance: Excellent. Good power at launch and plenty of pep on the highway. Performs like a car but has the utility of a small SUV.
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