“Great, reliable, comfortable ride with many safety features. Great value for money. Pity about two things - not available with manual transmission and remote key won't work unless you subscribe and pay extra to have it. With the cost considered it becomes a vehicle without a remote starter, which is very sad.”
2017 Hyundai Azera: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2017 Hyundai Azera gets a very light update, led by standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on its 8-inch navigation system. Otherwise, the V6 powertrain, styling, safety equipment, and two-trim lineup carry over without major changes.
About the 2017 Hyundai Azera
2nd generation U.S. Azera (2012-2017), post-refresh years, final U.S. model year before the nameplate was dropped for 2018.
Hyundai positioned the Azera as a roomy, comfort-first large sedan with a premium feel but a straightforward layout: V6 power, front-wheel drive, a quiet ride, leather seating, and a long list of standard comfort and safety features. Its core appeal was giving shoppers near-luxury space and equipment without needing to move to a separate luxury brand. Compared with rivals, Azera leaned more toward smoothness, cabin comfort, and value-rich standard equipment than sporty handling.
The base Azera is a comfort-focused large sedan with a 293-horsepower V6, leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, navigation, and a 14-speaker Infinity audio system. The Limited adds more driver assistance and rear-seat comfort, including adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, a panoramic sunroof, and rear-window sunshades.
What changed, by category
Tech
The standard 8-inch touchscreen navigation system gains Apple CarPlay and Android Auto across both trims.
2017 Hyundai Azera specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.3 Liter | V6, 3.3 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 6-Spd w/Shiftronic | Auto, 6-Spd w/Shiftronic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 20 mpg | 19 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 28 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Horsepower | 293 hp | 293 hp |
| Torque | 255 lb-ft | 255 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 16.3 cu-ft | 16.3 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.8 in | 36.8 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||
| Alarm System | ||
| Automatic High Beams | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| HID Headlights | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Rear Window Shades | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2017 Hyundai Azera?
The biggest change is standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support through the 8-inch touchscreen navigation system. The rest of the Azera is largely unchanged from 2016.
Does the 2017 Hyundai Azera have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
Yes. Every 2017 Azera has Apple CarPlay and Android Auto through its standard 8-inch navigation system.
Did the 2017 Hyundai Azera receive any mechanical changes?
No major mechanical changes were made for 2017. It retains the 293-horsepower 3.3-liter V6, six-speed automatic transmission, and front-wheel drive.
How does the 2017 Azera Limited differ from the base trim?
The 2017 Azera Limited adds features such as adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, xenon headlights, a panoramic sunroof, rear parking sensors, and rear-window sunshades. Both trims have the same V6 powertrain and newly added smartphone integration.
Was 2017 the final model year for the Hyundai Azera in the United States?
Yes. The 2017 Azera was the final U.S. model year before Hyundai dropped the nameplate for 2018.
2017 Hyundai Azera Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2017 Hyundai Azera.
4.2
2017 Hyundai Azera
(71 reviews)
“Highly suggest it. Have actually sent two friends, and one family member to Hyundai that have purchased vehicles.”