Went for a test drive in an auto VT today. I thought that it drove nicely and would be comfortable on longer drives. It looks awesome and the interior is very nice as well. However, the steering felt a bit slow or numb when turning it quickly left to right at about 45 mph. When I got on the highway the acceleration was good but not mind blowing by any means. I would say that my old 2002 GTI had better "get up and go" even though it only had 180 hp (I forget how much torque). After the test drive I drove my 2010 Mazda 3 home and felt that it was just more fun to drive. The steering and suspension feel tighter than the Hyundai and the 2.5 litre engine in the Mazda felt just as punchy as the Hyundai to me. I have an opportunity to try out a manual VT so I may do that. Anyhow, just my own impressions.
Cheers!
Cheers!