Pricewise,
the $66,650 Equus Ultimate -- the more expensive of two trims -- competes with
midsize luxury sedans like the Mercedes-Benz E550 and Infiniti M56, but no one
is going to cross-shop those vehicles. That leaves the Equus fighting cars like
the Lexus LS 460 and Mercedes-Benz S550 -- vehicles that, even in their old
age, can stifle the 2012 Equus' arguments for rational luxury on a
price-independent level.
Interior
refinement on the Equus is exactly what you'd expect for a proper luxury
flagship, though there are a few small omissions. We aren't talking about big
stuff here – little amenities like power lumbar adjustment for the front
passenger seat, side bolster adjustments for the front chairs or a one-touch
close feature for the sunroof, for example. Still, our Ultimate-spec tester's
cabin arrived positively lousy with bells and whistles – niceties like a heated
steering wheel, heated and cooled seats all around, a refrigerator in the rear
console, power sunshades and a rear entertainment system.
What
separates the Ultimate from the base Equus is its rear seating configuration,
ditching the three-passenger bench seat in favor of two chairs with a fixed
center console. The rear passenger-side chair – the one we've named the
"executive throne" – even has massage and recline functions. If you
ever have the chance to sit in a four-passenger Equus, we highly recommend
spending no less than five minutes exploring the features of the royalty seat.
Be warned, though – even with the Equus' longer wheelbase over the Genesis,
those rear seats don't offer as much legroom as you might think.
Hyundai
will continue to offer its unique ownership experience for 2012 Hyundai Equus
customers, including tailored dealership showrooms, “Your Time, Your Place”
at-home vehicle demonstrations, valet service appointments and an interactive
owner’s manual for Apple iPad and Android tablet devices.
The
sales and service experience for 2012 Hyundai Equus is unlike any other in the
industry, with a focus on the customer’s time and convenience. Prospective
buyers can participate in the “Your Time, Your Place” valet test drive program,
where a specially trained Product Champion will deliver an Equus to their home
or office for a personalized shopping experience.
2012
Hyundai Equus features the industry’s first interactive owner’s manual,
providing a convenient and simpler way for owners to become familiar with the
full capabilities of the vehicle.
When
service is required, Equus owners can schedule their maintenance and service
through a simple online scheduling system or from the interactive owner’s
manual. An Equus owner can also choose to have their vehicle picked up at their
home or business, with a complimentary loaner dropped off. Once service is
completed, the owner again chooses the time and location for the vehicle to be
delivered.
source:autospectator.com
