I don't find it that heavy, but yes, they cheaped out and used a prop rod instead of hood shocks. Since most people don't ever bother to look under the hood, check their oil, or even know how to top off their washer fluid, I doubt many will complain. So I guess Hyundai cheaped out where they could get away with it.
The good is that it closes easily if you drop it from a foot or so. No messy fingerprints or hand dents to worry about .
The good is that it closes easily if you drop it from a foot or so. No messy fingerprints or hand dents to worry about .