Genesis Coupe *pix*

BlackSapphireZ · 03-22-2008, 10:41 PM

I like it except interior reminds me of a eclipse, rear end looks like a G37...but availability of turbo 4 is a plus for tuner world. I think it looks good. Optional 19" wheel, LSD, Smart Key, Brembo brakes, infinity sound, two tone leather best of all...its RWD!!!! First RWD sports car from Hyundai...pretty good considering it's their first try
55/45 weight distributon(pretty close)

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Hyundai confirmed that the stylish Genesis Coupe will offer two engines - a turbocharged four cylinder and an upgraded version of the 3.8 liter Lambda V6. The four cylinder will put out an estimated 212 horsepower using regular grade gasoline and 223 on premium. The V6 will put out 306 on regular and 310 on premium, which Hyundai says will make it the least expensive 300 horsepower coupe in the world.

Hyundai claims that the V6 model will hit 60 miles per hour in under six seconds. The top-line SE model will include Brembo four-piston brakes (14" in front, 13.4" in rear - both ventilated) and a Torsen limited-slip differential. It will also come with 19" wheels, whereas other models will come with 18" wheels.

GAM3OVR85 · 03-22-2008, 11:08 PM

its still a hyundai!!

spacedogg · 03-22-2008, 11:19 PM

Interesting.

Not exactly beautiful. But interesting nonetheless.

Will be interesting how this car shakes up the tuning scene and the reputation of the car maker. I envision a lot of young kids getting this car...and trying to prove their worth to every 350z, G35, G37, 335i that wants to give them a run.

uberschnell · 03-22-2008, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by MTL Bimmer

its still a hyundai!!

And you'll still be driving a one-wheel-wonder!!

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and a Torsen limited-slip differential

BlackSapphireZ · 03-22-2008, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by MTL Bimmer

its still a hyundai!!

nice thoughtful comment douche

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Originally Posted by spacedogg

Interesting.

Not exactly beautiful. But interesting nonetheless.

Will be interesting how this car shakes up the tuning scene and the reputation of the car maker. I envision a lot of young kids getting this car...and trying to prove their worth to every 350z, G35, G37, 335i that wants to give them a run.

yea I agree with you on the styling. It is quite interesting but stuff like this grows on you. If I had a choice between this and new Accord, I'd pick this. New accords are just disgusting imo. 300+hp RWD Hyundai...I bet you didn't see that coming lol

UdubBadger · 03-22-2008, 11:57 PM

not bad at all... i actually like it better than a G35 (still the front end could use a little work) but yes...

it still is a hyundai

akack79 · 03-22-2008, 11:59 PM

Looks similar to the Altima coupes from pic 1.....

M3aHOLIC84 · 03-23-2008, 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by MTL Bimmer

its still a hyundai!!

and always will be...but can you imagine one day hyundai is the leader of the automotive world haha lol

Alex@Helix · 03-23-2008, 12:32 AM

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Originally Posted by MTL Bimmer

its still a hyundai!!

at one point, didn't people say the same about Hondas and Toyotas?

BlackSapphireZ · 03-23-2008, 12:48 AM

2007 Sales-467,009
2000 Sales-244,391

in 7 years period(only data going back to 2000) they have nearly DOUBLED their sales figure.

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01/03/2008 Hyundai Motor America today announced its best-ever December with sales of 46,487 units and best ever annual sales of 467,009 for 2007. This marked the ninth year in a row of rising sales.

uberschnell · 03-23-2008, 12:48 AM

I took part in a market research program that compared the new Hyundai against a number of other "luxury" cars. It blew the doors off both the Lexus ES and G35 in drive, handling, looks and interior. Especially the interior, it makes our BMWs look pretty sad.

Year's_End · 03-23-2008, 01:49 AM

Hyundai seriously needs to stop advancing so quickly haha.

ChineseGuy · 03-23-2008, 02:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Magna3

I took part in a market research program that compared the new Hyundai against a number of other "luxury" cars. It blew the doors off both the Lexus ES and G35 in drive, handling, looks and interior. Especially the interior, it makes our BMWs look pretty sad.

better than G35's drive and handling?, which hyundai was it again?

BlackSapphireZ · 03-23-2008, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Bimmer Loyalist

Hyundai seriously needs to stop advancing so quickly haha.

yea seriously lol

aren't they the fastest growing car company in the world? 6th largest in the world as well(if i remember correctly)

sweetc6 · 03-23-2008, 09:06 AM

Hyundai are making great cars now we just can't over come the name because of the Hyundai pony.

BlackSapphireZ · 03-23-2008, 09:25 AM

ya US didn't have PONY only canadia-land did

US can't get over it because Excel lol(re-badged mitsubishi really)

i believe they had stellar for very brief period replacing by Sonata's

Hyundai have been making their own engines and I personally think it's up to par with Toyota or Honda engines. it is just as powerful and just as efficient.

Tobizach · 03-23-2008, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by alex@helix

at one point, didn't people say the same about Hondas and Toyotas?

For every car on the planet someone somewhere is gonna say the same.

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Originally Posted by MTL Bimmer

its still a hyundai!!

uberschnell · 03-23-2008, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by ChineseGuy

better than G35's drive and handling?, which hyundai was it again?

The concept Genesis sedan. One of the things that came out of it was the suggestion that Hyundai needs a "luxury" line with a new name.

The interior particularly was top notch.

TheAcAvenger · 03-23-2008, 12:19 PM

As a honda fan, I'm bothered by the fact that Honda still doesn't offer consumer rwd-coupe and hyundai does. Congrats to hyundai.

PresaMat · 03-23-2008, 01:51 PM

How come hyundia can put an LSD in their sub $20K 300hp car and bmw doesnt put it in our 40-50K car? Makes BMW look bad imo.

I got to give it to them... if its anywhere near the hype they did an amazing job.

UltimateBMW · 03-23-2008, 02:49 PM

It looks nice.

The only thing I have to comment on is... WHAT THE HELL IS WITH THIS PICTURE!

This car will be great as long as THE DRIVER HAS NO LEGS!

BlackSapphireZ · 03-23-2008, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by UltimateBMW

It looks nice.

The only thing I have to comment on is... WHAT THE HELL IS WITH THIS PICTURE!

This car will be great as long as THE DRIVER HAS NO LEGS!

its called perspective...way you see it it may seem like there is no room for leg to go through but it's just way they are positioned..and remember, adjustable seats+adjustable steering wheel

who the hell would make a car that didn't have room for legs?

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