2007 Hyundai Entourage Review

What the reviewers like:
The Hyundai Entourage minivan received top scores in government crash testing, and the 2007 model’s long warranty is another plus with reviewers. Most said the Hyundai Entourage is well-built, with a substantial list of standard equipment. The 2007 Entourage also garnered high marks for its smooth and quiet ride, powerful engine, brisk acceleration and low price.

What the reviewers don't like:
Critics said the Hyundai Entourage could handle a bit better, and its rear-seat leg room is somewhat tight. Overall, reviewers agreed that the Entourage is not as refined as the class leaders of the 2007 model year, the Honda Odyssey and Toyota Sienna. Reliability is unproven and iffy.

2007 Hyundai Entourage review highlights

The 2007 Hyundai Entourage (along with its sister minivan, the Kia Sedona) was named a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety for its best-in-class crash-test ratings. Reviews noted that the Hyundai Entourage doesn't quite compete with the top-rated 2007 models, the Honda Odyssey (price when new: $25,645 to $39,095) and Toyota Sienna (price when new: $24,155 to $37,665), when it comes to handling, responsiveness, interior refinement and available options, but reviewers had no trouble identifying the Sedona and Entourage as best-value minivans. However, because this minivan was new in 2007, it doesn't have much of a reliability track record. Early data isn't positive, with documented problems with interior squeaks and rattles, and problematic power equipment so far.

Reviews said the Hyundai Entourage was the most significant new minivan introduced in 2007. We found credible and detailed reviews for the Entourage at Edmunds.com, where the Entourage was compared directly to its minivan competitors. We found a great head-to-head comparison of the Hyundai Entourage and Dodge Grand Caravan at Paddocktalk.com. Other reviews came from Road and Travel magazine, Canadian Driver, Consumer Reports and ConsumerGuide.com.

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*In order of credibility (see our Ratings Criteria).

1. Edmunds.com
2007 Hyundai Entourage Review
Editors of Edmunds.com

Edmunds.com didn't test the Hyundai Entourage head-to-head against other minivans, but its editors did compare it to the competition in some ways. The Entourage and its sister vehicle, the Kia Sedona, earned an honorable mention on Edmunds.com's "Most Wanted Minivan" list. Overall, this is the most detailed comparative review we found for the Hyundai minivan.

2. PaddockTalk.com
Road Test: Mini Van Showdown 2007
Iain Shankland
Jan. 5, 2007

Four families with minivan-ownership experience participated in this comparative hands-on shootout between the Hyundai Entourage and the Dodge Grand Caravan, rating the vehicles for comfort, ease of access, exterior styling and more. This review is detailed and fun to read, with a focus on what's most important to families.

3. Road and Travel.com
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2007 Minivan of the Year
Martha Hindes

A jury of automotive journalists from newspapers, websites and magazines selected the Hyundai Entourage as 2007 Minivan of the Year. The Entourage is praised for its exceptional value and long features list, as well as its standard safety features, including dual-stage front air bags and side- and curtain-style air bags for first- and second-row seats.

4. Canadian Driver
Test Drive: 2007 Hyundai Entourage GL with Comfort Package
Jil McIntosh
Aug. 1, 2006

Canadian writer Jil McIntosh conducted what she describes as "purely unscientific" automotive studies, located in grocery store parking lots. Her position is that minivans are work trucks for families, and as such they need to be cost-efficient. McIntosh said that the Kia Sedona and Hyundai Entourage are similar enough that a decision between the two may come down to which dealer is most conveniently located.

5. Consumer Reports
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2007 Hyundai Entourage
Editors of Consumer Reports

Consumer Reports' editors haven't actually tested the Hyundai Entourage, but they have road-tested its sister minivan, the Kia Sedona. The most insightful part of this review is Consumer Reports' survey data on overall customer satisfaction and vehicle reliability.

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