The Hyundai Tiburon GT two-door coupe was powered by a 2.7-liter, double-overhead-cam V6 that produced 172 horsepower. A five-speed manual was standard, while a four-speed automatic was optional.

Standard features for the Tiburon GT included black leather seat bolsters, lumbar support for the driver's seat, metal-grain interior trim, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, a trip computer, 17-inch wheels, an automatic temperature control system with a smog-sensing Air Quality System (AQS),and a six-speaker, 220-watt Kenwood AM/FM audio system with a CD player and an MP3 input jack.

Other features included power windows and door locks, heated exterior mirrors, a remote keyless entry system, fog lights, dual front and side airbags, anti-lock brakes, and a rear spoiler.

While drivers noted that the Tiburon GT was a good value, with an extensive list of standard features, sporty styling, and comfortable seating, some thought the coupe was underpowered when compared to the competition. Others noted that the Tiburon's handling could be less than responsive under hard driving, though adequate for round-the-town driving.