Every part of a car is important. But there’s one part that affects drivers and passengers more than any other: the seat.
Hyundai’s seat engineers—yes, we have engineers specifically dedicated to the seats—took a close look at ways of making the Azera’s seats even more comfortable and supportive.
They started by using an incredibly strong and durable seat frame. Springs and seat cushions were carefully sourced to ensure they would be both comfortable and supportive. And seatbacks were strategically reinforced to offer appropriate lumbar support.
But the design of the actual seat is just the first step. The key is being able to adjust the seat to fit each person individually. The Azera allows the driver to power-adjust their seat in eight different ways; front passengers have four available adjustments. The seats are even heated, which can soothe sore backs as well as warm them.
Designing a quiet interior is all about detail-oriented engineering. It involves testing, tweaking, and testing again.
The goal is simple: to quiet road and wind noise, reduce engine vibration, and eliminate any sources of rattles or squeaks.
But the solution can be complex. For instance, you’d think that adding additional soundproofing would be an obvious way to create quiet. But the fact is, if a car’s systems are producing undue noise, no amount of soundproofing will quash it. What’s more, extra soundproofing material can take up valuable space and add weight.