Hyundai Genesis Coupe Tested

[dino_martini]

http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Drives/FirstDrives/articleId=137955#2



It's 5 a.m. in South Korea and we slip downstairs in the dark from our motel room in Uljin to the underground parking garage. We point the key fob into the blackness and a car's soft interior lighting illuminates a sumptuous leather cabin. Headlights cast a glow, highlighting aggressive character lines that cut across purposeful bodywork.

We're drooling over a Hyundai, for heaven's sake. It's the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. We load the gear into the surprisingly accommodating trunk, slip into the chilly cockpit and press the starter button. We're looking forward to this. Really looking forward to it.

In 10 minutes time, we'll be carving a piece of Korean blacktop that's every bit as epic as the very best roads in the world. It's the Bulryeong Valley, an amazing route that starts on Korea's picturesque east coast and reaches into the country's mountainous heart.

It'll be a real test, a mustard-cutting exercise for the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe that will prove whether the Koreans can make a genuine world-class sport coupe.

World-Class Rear-Wheel-Drive
This is the 2010 Genesis Coupe, the two-door version of the rear-wheel-drive car that has won Hyundai grudging respect at last from the world's luxury carmakers. At its core, this top-line Genesis SE coupe is powered by Hyundai's 32-valve, 3.8-liter Lambda V6, which produces 299 horsepower at 6,300 rpm and delivers 266 pound-feet of torque at 4,700 rpm. A ZF-built 6HP26 six-speed transmission sends the power to the rear wheels.

This car looks substantial in person, measuring 182.3 inches long, 73.4 inches wide and 54.3 inches tall. The wheelbase is commensurately long at 111 inches. The suspension setup includes MacPherson struts up front, while a five-link independent arrangement controls the rear wheels. If the V6 is in place, the Genesis coupe weighs in at 3,549 pounds; if the turbocharged, intercooled, 212-hp 2.9-liter inline-4 is doing business under the hood, the car weighs 3,439 pounds.

There are three trim levels: entry-level GS with turbo inline-4; the GT with the V6; and the high-performance SE with a sport-tuned suspension, Brembo brakes and 19-inch tires matched to either the four- or six-cylinder.

Leaving Uljin
We turn off Highway 5, burble through still-sleeping villages, then start to climb into the hills that tower above. The road to Yeongju is smooth, fairly wide and bordered by guardrails and catch fencing. Sweeping corners outnumber straights 10 to one. It's like we've found our own private racetrack.

Even in this demanding environment, the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe still delivers. It grips so hard at the front that you wonder if there is actually a Korean word for understeer, then encourages you to get on the gas early and put all 299 hp to use at the rear. Again there's grip from the 19-inch rear tires, yet there's a lightness and deft poise that makes for an immensely satisfying and extremely manageable flow from one apex to the next.

The SE package's big brakes never lose their bite, thanks to 13.4-inch rotors in front and 13-inch rotors in the rear, both with four-piston Brembo calipers. Meanwhile, the V6's large reserve of torque is always on hand to haul you fuss-free from tight turns. Then it hits me. The 2010 Genesis Coupe feels exactly like the Infiniti G37 — the hollow warble of the V6, the chassis balance, and the light and linear steering. We have never driven one car that feels so much like another. And to think it used to be the Japanese who imitated the Americans and Europeans.

Seoul Man
Two days earlier we were sitting in the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Seoul, listening to Western businessmen discuss deals with their Korean counterparts while looking out at a parking drive marked by Mercedes-Benz SLs and the odd Porsche 911 GT3. Out of the window, this city of 10 million bathes in misty smog, and a tangle of traffic jostles into the distance. Such a familiar view doesn't seem to promise the new driving experiences and taste of a foreign culture that brought us to Korea.

As we set off into traffic in the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, we remember the advice of our Korean guidebooks, with the usual limp-wristed attitude of "driving in Seoul is crazy, man; take the bus." But the signs have English translations and it's not so bad as long as you have a basic idea of where you're heading and aren't expecting everyone to conduct themselves as if they're in a driver training video. Koreans are aggressive, but there's also an acceptance that you'll be aggressive, too.

Outpunching the Nissan VQ V6?
It's surely no coincidence that this 3,778cc V6 outpunches the Nissan VQ V6 by about 100cc. We're slightly perturbed to see we've landed the six-speed automatic instead of the standard six-speed manual, but the six-speed slusher is a blessing in traffic — smooth, fairly quick and hassle-free. The lack of shifter paddles on the steering wheel feels odd in a car so sporting, though. At least Sport mode holds the gear to the engine's redline and asks that you press the accelerator farther before it will kick down a gear.

We stick on Highway 4 and make for Hongcheon, impressed by the quality of the roads and amazed by how much of the Korean GDP must be spent on bridge-building projects. Some 70 percent of the country is mountainous, so there's a lot of fresh air to span. But it's taking a long time to get anywhere at the mandatory speed limit of 80 km/h (50 mph). At first we toe the line, perturbed by how few Korean drivers are willing to exceed the speed limit as well as by ubiquitous photo radar installations. But since there's zero police presence and the speed cameras are easy to spot, we settle in to a more reasonable 160 km/h (100 mph).

Even at this pace there's barely any wind noise in the Genesis coupe and tire noise is well suppressed except on the kind of concrete-paved sections you get on U.S. freeways. It's a nice cruiser, and a nice place to be. Even the soft-touch dash plastics exude quality — though the indicator stalks and charmless center console let the side down.

On the outskirts of Hongcheon the roadsides become a chaotic mix of LPG stations, single-story dwellings with tatty breezeblock walls and lunchtime eateries. A wide, slow-flowing river cuts through town and fishermen crouch peacefully at its sandy banks. But, like all the Korean towns we see, Hongcheon feels bland and reconstructed post-Korean War with too much haste and too little thought to the people who live there. So we push on through the Taebaek mountain range in search of Seoraksan National Park.

Touring Seoraksan
We hoped the road across Seoraksan's craggy granite hillsides and densely forested slopes would make for a spectacular drive. And it does, only it's a 30-mph drive. This is a key tourist destination and since there's pretty much just one road that everyone uses, it's packed on a Friday. Overtaking is forbidden, so we sit it out with the tourists and admire the fall-season trees with their golden yellows and rust-colored reds and deep greens.

Our enforced amble does highlight a flaw, because the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe rides badly, as its damping lacks the supple polish of the best all-around sporting coupes. Probably the SE package's front 225/40R19 and rear 245/40R19 Hankook tires don't help. The trick for Hyundai would be in maintaining the excellence of the handling, while underpinning it with more comfort. Perhaps a trip to Lotus Engineering, a longtime collaborator with Hyundai for suspension calibration in the past, would be in order.

On Saturday morning, we point the Hyundai toward the border with North Korea and away from the tourist buses that relentlessly stream into the park. So far the tension between North and South Korea has seemed pretty distant, but the standoff starts to feel very real indeed as we run along the east coast. Beautiful beaches and calm waters lie entirely empty, an uninterrupted length of fencing topped with razor wire preventing any access to anyone. Fencing and military lookout points ensure tourists go no farther, and even a river inlet is fenced end-to-end to its deepest depths.

Then a few kilometers away from the demilitarized zone (DMZ) that separates the two countries, things start to get really strange. A man with a pink baton waves us into a parking lot and we're asked to buy a ticket. They've turned the DMZ into a tourist attraction! There's popcorn and slush-puppy drinks and the kind of tourist crap you'd get at Coney Island (if it hadn't been torn down recently, that is). At a lookout point, a line of 30 or so coin-operated telescopes are trained toward the North under a tattered awning sponsored by Fuji Film. This is a very strange vibe indeed.

The Modern Korean Car
The Koreans have had to work damn hard to rebuild their country from the ashes of war. The work ethic continues to this day. As one English executive on assignment here tells us, "If they need to do a job, they'll work 18-hour days until it's done."

Fifty years on and the hard graft is paying off. Hyundai together with Kia represents the world's fifth-largest car manufacturer with a 70 percent share of its domestic market and growing respect in Europe. And today, with the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, the company has built a truly world-class product.

Portions of this content have appeared in foreign print media and are reproduced with permission.



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[BigDannyCool]

nice looking car

[Toms-SC]

The only import company coming up with something exciting. Props to them.

[SpoonEK9@STRD]

saw it at sema, its a pretty dope car.

[corsvette]

Originally posted by Toms-SC
The only import company coming up with something exciting. Props to them.

agree 100%,while acura,honda and toyota have a lineup of boring car's Hyundai is coming out with some nice cars that you want to buy.

[colinxx235]

looks like the biggest G37 rip off

[Eleanor]

^ Except it'll be better built, cheaper and faster.

[Redlyne_mr2]

It's a nice car just wish they invested more time and money in the interior.

[gpomp]

Originally posted by Eleanor
^ Except it'll be better built, cheaper and faster. cheaper, yes. i don't know about better built or faster.

[n1zm0]

Originally posted by Toms-SC
The only import company coming up with something exciting. Props to them.

+1, ya emphasize the only, good for them, the industry needs something more lively than new hybrids and e85 rental cars to look forward to.

Any articles on the HKS Genesis Coupe? all i find is SEMA press releases. Really would like to see a review of that configuration.

[86max]

Originally posted by n1zm0
Any articles on the HKS Genesis Coupe? all i find is SEMA press releases. Really would like to see a review of that configuration.

Don't know if there's an article for it yet, but here's pics.

http://img2.cania.com/hituning/carpic/2009y/01m_1w/IMG_3128.jpg
http://img2.cania.com/hituning/carpic/2009y/01m_1w/IMG_3363.jpg
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[Toms-SC]

Wow

[sr20s14zenki]

Looks like fun....i guess we'll see. If a pontiac solstice can be a world class drift car....so can this rofl. I just cant help but to think back to when hyundai was know to do one thing, start burning oil the day you made your last payment

:D

[86max]

G37 Comparison

http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/700_geninfi.jpg
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Oh and here's a teaser....

http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/DSC04227.jpg

[jsn]

That car looks amazing. Finally a hyundai I'd love to buy. Yes it looks like a g37, but that's not necessarily a bad thing :thumbsup:

[heavyD]

Originally posted by 86max
G37 Comparison

http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/700_geninfi.jpg
http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/700_geninfi2.jpg


Oh and here's a teaser....

http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/DSC04227.jpg

To quote ACDC; Who made who?

[max_boost]

In that last picture, those are the same cars right?:nut: :dunno:

[al-ti2d]

:hitit:
that hks genesis is amazing

[Boost Infested]

They had one at Sait, for the Hyundai tech school..

[Boost Infested]

Let me put all the hate replies in one sentence..

It's a Hyundai, it's a Hyundai, it's a Hyundai, it's a Hyundai, it's a Hyundai, it's a Hyundai, it's a Hyundai, it's a Hyundai, it's a Hyundai........... wait.....

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it's a Hyundai!! :D


Personally, I can't wait to check out the first one at work.

[gpomp]

Originally posted by Boost Infested
Let me put all the hate replies in one sentence..

It's a Hyundai, it's a Hyundai, it's a Hyundai, it's a Hyundai, it's a Hyundai, it's a Hyundai, it's a Hyundai, it's a Hyundai, it's a Hyundai........... wait.....

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it's a Hyundai!! :D says the hyundai fanboy

[Boost Infested]

Originally posted by gpomp
says the hyundai fanboy

Atleast I am sticking to one brand... not

WTB: M3
WTB: S4
WTB: C63
WTB: 335
WTB: ...

:D

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[n1zm0]

Originally posted by Boost Infested


Atleast I am sticking to one brand

So that's 'v33'?

How much more hp than the ka-t? :D (I'll never forget that car, was a prime example of cleanliness along with 86max's back in the 'day')

What's msrp on a coupe anyways?

[anschutz_92]

So much want!

[AzNxHyDrA]

:drool: Any details on pricing?

[Joe-G]

Sickkk :drool:

Although its a Hyundai, i think it looks even better than the G37, especially on those Volks. :drool:

I'd say buy it, de-badge it, and call it a day. Nobody will ever think its a Hyundai. LOL

[Xtrema]

Unless it's top out under $40K OTD, I can care less.

[dino_martini]

When will it hit dealers in Canada?

[nightfx]

That's a sexy coupe. :eek:

[792171004]

When is it available in Canada? anybody know if these are fast a little more detail is needed, hopefully it is priced close to the $30k mark if higher id rather get something else like a g37 a used one

[Boost Infested]

My prediction... Just like the Genesis sedan...

First apparence: Feb - Autoshow

Available at the dealership late summer or early fall of this year.

Who knows they might have it early.

More info here http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyundai_Genesis_Coupe

Pricing is all in US... again my prediction will be mid 20s to low 30s.

[Kloubek]

Back in the 80's, Hyundai was the laughing stock of the automotive industry. Their products had virtually nothing going for them (except price), and the quality was by far worse than other imports and even worse than domestics.

Then in the mid to lake 90's, they vastly improved their quality. But still, they had little going for them except price. Especially in the sporty car segment. Yes, the Tiburon handled well but it still didn't keep up to the competition in a straight line.

I think with the addition of a car like this, Hyundai will finally prove themselves to be every bit a contender as any other car company out there. Now they rival competitors in every way possible, and STILL manage to come in at several thousands less. Of course they were well on their way with the Genesis sedan previously released.

The stigma of owning a Hyundai should soon become nul and void at this rate.

I only wish they were able to cram the V8 from the sedan into this car. Then it would absolutely destroy the competition... likely at a cost not to far off par. Not that 300 horses is any slouch, of course...

As far as looks go, it's ridiculously similar to the G37. Moreso than any other two cars from different manufacturers that I can ever recall. I find the two equally beautiful, though I'm not entirely sold on the window treatment on the Hyundai between the B and C pillar.

Edit: Oh, and I should add to those who don't know that the G37 coupe will be available with AWD, which also helps put it a notch above the Hyundai.

[Boost Infested]

Originally posted by n1zm0


So that's 'v33'?

How much more hp than the ka-t? :D (I'll never forget that car, was a prime example of cleanliness along with 86max's back in the 'day')

What's msrp on a coupe anyways?

NF v33 is my Sonata 3.3L.

Ka made only 306hp, On the new coupe I would like around 400hp. 3.8L v6 supercharged. :dunno:

[Redlyne_mr2]

The 2.0L turbo will be the car to have

Some Korean tuning... graph looks like crap but awesome numbers none the less
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http://www.ziptied.com/Coppermine/albums/userpics/10269/genesis~0.jpg
This is the R spec, 19inch wheels, LSD, big brakes.. delete some of the heavier luxury items and I think will even price it less than the fully loaded model.

a tuner-focused performance model, R-Spec, will arrive at Hyundai dealerships. Genesis Coupe R-Spec is meant to be the ultimate upgradeable, affordable, turbocharged rear-wheel drive performance platform. R-Spec equipment includes:
• 2.0-liter low-pressure turbocharged intercooled four-cylinder engine with dual continuously variable valve timing delivering an estimated 210-hp (regular), estimated 220-hp (premium), an estimated 30 mpg EPA highway rating and an estimated top speed of 137 mph
• 6-speed manual transmission
• Electronic Stability Control with ABS, Electronic Brake-Force Distribution and Brake Assist
• 19-inch Euroflange gunmetal finish alloy wheels with staggered high-performance summer-compound Bridgestone Potenza RE050A tires (P225/40YR19 front, P245/40YR19 rear)
• Brembo braking system with 13.4-inch ventilated front rotors, 42mm four-piston fixed front calipers (red), 13.0-inch ventilated rear rotors, 32mm+28mm four-piston fixed rear calipers (red)
• Track model suspension tuning (higher-rate coil springs, higher-control shock absorbers, 25mm front stabilizer bar, 22mm rear stabilizer bar, strut brace)
• Torsen-type limited-slip differential
• Quick-ratio hydraulic steering (2.7 turns lock-to-lock)
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Front, side, side air curtain air bags
• Active front head restraints
• Driver's lumbar support
• Air conditioning
• Keyless entry system
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
• Power windows (one-touch up and down), door locks and mirrors
• AM/FM/XM/CD audio system with six speakers
• USB/iPod/Aux jack connectivity
• Projector beam headlamps
• Lightweight temporary spare with aluminum wheel (T135/80D18)
• Note: Automatic transmission not available with R-Spec

Price around $22000 USD

As for the engine it is made by mitsu and based on the evo X motor
he Hyundai Theta (G4KC) is a gasoline 4-cylinder automobile engine family.
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It features hollow stainless-steel DOHC with powder-metal cam lobes, pent-roof combustion chamber and shimless bucket tappets in the cylinder head.

BorgWarner Morse TEC supplies the complete set of timing system that uses the company's proprietary silent timing chains. CVVT(Continuously-variable valve timing) works on the intake side.

The aluminum alloy engine block, which is formed using high-pressure die-cast method, has a unique Metaldyne-supplied cassette-type balance shaft module with a two-stage oil pump built-in. In the lower-end, the block is reinforced by a ladder frame. Other notable features include fracture-split sinter-forged connecting rods and stainless-steel exhaust manifold.

Theta's EMS(engine management system) software is EMS-II from Siemens VDO and the 32-bit PCM(Powertrain Control Module) calculates the amount of intake air by utilizing a contamination-proof hot-film type MAF(mass air flow) sensor.

Chrysler Corporation began production of a modified version of Theta, dubbed World Engine, in Dundee, Michigan in October 2005.

Chrysler engineered their own air intake system and exhaust manifold which is made of gray cast iron.

The World Engine also differs in the EMS as it measures the amount of intake air indirectly using a MAP sensor, another cost-saving feature of the Chrysler-modified engine.

Contrary to the official line of Chrysler Corporation, the Theta engine factory in Asan, S. Korea is not a part of the Global Engine Manufacturing Alliance.

Construction of the Korean factory began in August 2003 and it came on line in April 2004. It is owned and operated by Hyundai Motor Company.

Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA) is currently building a Theta II engine shop on the grounds of their Montgomery, Alabama automobile factory. The shop will build only the Theta II engine for both the Hyundai plant and the new Kia Plant in West Point, GA. It is scheduled to be completed by August 2008.

[Boost Infested]

Originally posted by Kloubek
I only wish they were able to cram the V8 from the sedan into this car. Then it would absolutely destroy the competition... likely at a cost not to far off par. Not that 300 horses is any slouch, of course.... [/B]

haha, you are not the only one.. I should order a v8 in and make it fit. Too much work to get the v8 to run. Fitment in the engine bay is not an issue but as for manual transmission and wiring goes might be a project.

Old news...
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[black13]

Color me impressed. First Hyundai I'd ever consider buying.
I'd de-badge it though and let everyone guessing its a G35 while I'd drive away with more money left in my pocket.

[Boost Infested]

I love these "debage" replies.. I will rebadge it as Hyundai Pony 380GT :D

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[Sorath]

wow..... i never wouldve thought i`d want to buy an hyundai

[tomt64]

I didnt like the design in the first few small pictures I saw. Then I saw this thread :drool: Hyundai is finally has a legit car that enthusiasts will consider.
Hopefully Nissan will give it some good competition with the S16 if it ever gets released over here.

[n1zm0]

Originally posted by Boost Infested


NF v33 is my Sonata 3.3L.

Ka made only 306hp, On the new coupe I would like around 400hp. 3.8L v6 supercharged. :dunno:

LOL my bad I somehow thought that the first pic was a z33 single turbo and the ' staying with the same brand remark' . The headlight threw me off.

Wonder what the warranty policy on the coupe will be like..

[funkedelic2]

The more i see it, the more i like it. At first i thought it looked like a tiburon and thats all it reminded me of, now that i see more pictures i am loving the design. First Hyundai I'd ever consider buying.. but i don't think i ever would.

[A790]

This car is so beyond sexy. What's CDN pricing at?

[Gabe182]

http://thecarsblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/04/hyundai-genesis-coupe-se2.jpg

I personally like the exterior.

but the interior :barf:

[Hash_man]

For a car in that price range I don't completely hate the interior, yes I agree it could be better, but everything else that the car offers is great.

Especially after seeing it at SEMA, I am seriously considering picking one up when they hit dealers. Great looking car, and as long as Canadian pricing stays reasonable they will sell like crazy.

[Redlyne_mr2]

Originally posted by Gabe182

I personally like the exterior.

but the interior :barf: [/B]
yah as mentioned earlier the interior is really lacking but less we forget the selling price of the car. I guess they had to cheap out somewhere and they did it in the interior.

[Gabe182]

I get where your coming from, but at the same time if this car is selling for low to mid 30's in canada, it's in the same league as the 370z ($40000) and the 370 has much more power, build quality, and interior...sexyness? lol.

Anyway I'm not saying this car is not a good move by hyundai. its certainly better then anything that they have ever made before, but I just think its lacking in some areas.

I'm actually surprised by these car companies I've always hated pulling shit out of a hat that actually works (this car and GM's turbo that wont void the warranty). :dunno:

[GQBalla]

wow this car is nice,

im very impressed.

if its for 22k USD how much do you think it will be in Canada?

also it will be backed by hyundais crazy warranty

[Gabe182]

^
Well the genesis non coupe is worth 38000 in Canada

http://www.hyundaicanada.com/Pages/buildprice/step2_trims.aspx?model=GENESIS


And in the States it worth 32000

http://www.hyundaiusa.com/shoppingtools/byo/model.aspx?vehicle=Genesis

so I'm guessing the price will probably be about 5000 more over here.

[Generic]

not a bad looking car. i'd still take the G37 though if i was spending over 30k on a sports coupe.

[Canmorite]

When modified it looks pretty damn slick. Can't wait to see some hard numbers.

Until it comes out you could just buy a G37 :poosie:

[dino_martini]

Originally posted by Gabe182
I get where your coming from, but at the same time if this car is selling for low to mid 30's in canada, it's in the same league as the 370z ($40000) and the 370 has much more power, build quality, and interior...sexyness? lol.

But then you have a Nissan 370z

[VaN_HaMMeRSTeiN]

Originally posted by dino_martini


But then you have a Nissan 370z

The 370 is a 2 seater and the genisis is a family sedan or large coupe... I don't see the comparison

[schocker]

Originally posted by VaN_HaMMeRSTeiN


The 370 is a 2 seater and the genisis is a family sedan or large coupe... I don't see the comparison
How is that a large coupe, the 370Z is a direct competitor to the Genesis Coupe :dunno:
The back seats are probably as useful as in the G35, so it might as well be a 2-seater.

[avow]

Originally posted by schocker

How is that a large coupe, the 370Z is a direct competitor to the Genesis Coupe :dunno:
The back seats are probably as useful as in the G35, so it might as well be a 2-seater.
would it not make more sense to compare the genesis coup to the g35/7 coupe then the 370z?

[schocker]

Originally posted by avow

would it not make more sense to compare the genesis coup to the g35/7 coupe then the 370z?
No, the G37 is way more than the genesis coupe, that is not the market they are going for, especially with the 4cyl turbo model.

[G3500]

Did a google search and came up with some comparison specs for the car: http://www.gencoupe.com/general-discussion/7-technical-data-specs-hyundai-genesis-coupe.html
seems quite comparable to a G35 coupe.

[2000TL]

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http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2008/03/75_gencoupelivea.jpg


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http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/DSC00288pozis.jpg

http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/002.jpg

http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/%ED%81%AC%EA%B8%B0%EB%B3%80%ED%99%98_DSC_0090.JPG

http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/1231297685/1.jpg

http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2008/11/14_hyundai_sema_coupes_live.jpg

[al-ti2d]

damn, i never knew koreans were so ballin with their cars.. most of those cars are sitting on volks or another type of baller wheel! over here, it'd be mainly rota's

[Brap_Brap]

Those bronze TE37's :drool:

[v2kai]

new debadged aftermarket front grill and those things are hawt!!:clap:

[94boosted]

Nice pics 2000TL :thumbsup:


I've been following this car for a while now, and as for speed I don't think there are any official numbers but from what I gather it's supposed to go 0-60 in under 6 seconds and as for pricing it's supposed to be close to the Mustang GT (for the V6 Genesis) in Canada



This is the official website for the car:

http://www.thegenesiscoupe.com/



Really nice looking car and it's awesome that it's RWD, has a LSD, Brembo Brakes and Sport Suspension way to go Hyundai!

[EK 2.0]

I really like this thing...

And I honestly never though it would actually come to fruition...

[treg50]

Like a lot of the knock-offs exported out of Korea this certainly looks nice.

Best of luck to them, but I certainly wouldn't want to be one of the guinea-pig first owners of this Hyundai however, especially these days with money and finances as they are.

[n1zm0]

^we'll have to wait and see what the warranty plan for the coupe is, the sedan's coverage isn't bad, the American warranty plan looks way better tho, especially for powertrain

[403Gemini]

HUGE props to Hyundai, one of the few asian import companies i'd look at in 2010

[EK 2.0]

Originally posted by 403Gemini

HUGE props to Hyundai, one of the few japanese import companies i'd look at in 2010

Korean;)

[95RSzy]

Omg, I'm liking this car :eek:

Can't wait to release in canada

[n1zm0]

Originally posted by EK 2.0
Korean;)

he worded it 'japanese import companies', hidden meaning there?

or did you really think Hyundai was a japanese company? :dunno:

[Skyline_Addict]

Originally posted by 403Gemini
HUGE props to Hyundai, one of the few japanese import companies i'd look at in 2010

lol. don't you mean one of the one korean import companies you'd look at in 2010? ;)


and ya wow...sexy car.
if i pick one up, i'm heading right over to Kimchi Racing for some KDM mods.

[Eleanor]

Hot damn, nice pics 2000TL :thumbsup:

[civic_stylez]

me lotsy wanty.:drool:

other manufacutrers should take note of this... note every person out there wants a tired ass sedan that looks like a malibu.

[Gabe182]

I take back my comment on this cars interior. That red and black interior looks A+

[Toms-SC]

Originally posted by civic_stylez
me lotsy wanty.:drool:

other manufacutrers should take note of this... note every person out there wants a tired ass sedan that looks like a malibu.

Or Civic and Corolla.

The small 3 continue to come up with innovative products to capture small market and enthusiasts. Although this may contribute to their ultimate demise not everybody wants a different shape of white bread that is offered by the current import market.

I award Hyundai mad props for coming up with something different.

[403Gemini]

Originally posted by EK 2.0


Korean;)

My bad ;) meant Asian* import cars (which are really only korean and japanese but you know what i mean)

"Japanese import" has a style that is different from "Euro import" so hyundai sorta falls into that category. Regardless, i'll edit it so its right ;) thanks man

[2000TL]

Originally posted by 94boosted
Nice pics 2000TL :thumbsup:


I've been following this car for a while now, and as for speed I don't think there are any official numbers but from what I gather it's supposed to go 0-60 in under 6 seconds and as for pricing it's supposed to be close to the Mustang GT (for the V6 Genesis) in Canada



This is the official website for the car:

http://www.thegenesiscoupe.com/



Really nice looking car and it's awesome that it's RWD, has a LSD, Brembo Brakes and Sport Suspension way to go Hyundai!

no problem! the car is looking really good!!

[avow]

the car's big north American debut will be a huge ad during the superbowl just like the genesis sedan before it.

[SCHIDER23]

wow this car looks even better now, :drool: , and I even like the genesis sedan as well lol :angel:

[Dj_Stylz]

Good looking car. Few pictures i found on nwp.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3113/3182558602_e6931a65f7_o.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/seanklingelhoefer/3182558602/)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3310/3181725721_7984546c61_o.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/seanklingelhoefer/3181725721/)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3333/3181725501_47ea84c864_o.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/seanklingelhoefer/3181725501/)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3367/3181725203_8a347cd231_o.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/seanklingelhoefer/3181725203/)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3349/3182557668_9105175810_o.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/seanklingelhoefer/3182557668/)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3125/3181724743_c625e65cc6_o.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/seanklingelhoefer/3181724743/)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3365/3182557202_4753ba5b3a_o.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/seanklingelhoefer/3182557202/)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3076/3182557056_dc4367a0c9_o.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/seanklingelhoefer/3182557056/)

[n1zm0]

^that first pic is the classic 'it'll eat up little children and puppies' bumper shot, nice pics!

think of that coming in your rearview at sunset (you cant really make it out), debadged and all, be like 'wtf is that!?' :eek:

[Boost Infested]

It's here!!!

http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj356/Hyundai77/gen3.jpg


In my parts catalog :D :poosie:

[Eleanor]

Man, that HKS one looks spectacular :drool:

[SpoonEK9@STRD]

when will or will it be released in Canada?

[86max]

They say spring/summer, but most likely fall '09.

http://www.gencoupe.com/images/20081110_colors/gencoupe_color_grid.jpg

[Toms-SC]

3.8 Track Model?

[94boosted]

3.8 Track in Nordschleife Gray for me please :drool:

[2000TL]

Originally posted by 86max
They say spring/summer, but most likely fall '09.

http://www.gencoupe.com/images/20081110_colors/gencoupe_color_grid.jpg

Here is a picture that would go with the color grid for some of the colors we haven't seen yet:

http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/asas.JPG

[2000TL]

Here are some more pics :D :D

http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/P1010737.jpg

http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/P1010740.jpg

http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/carbon1.JPG

http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/carbon1.JPG

http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/%ED%81%AC%EA%B8%B0%EB%B3%80%ED%99%98_DSC_0013.JPG

http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/ms1.jpg

[benyl]

Originally posted by 2000TL
H
http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/ms1.jpg

Stock or treated headlamp?

I love this one:
http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/genesis2.JPG

[TheCheff]

^^ omg that flat black is amazing:drool: :drool: :drool:

[Xtrema]

Holy Shit!

Doesn't look like we will get a NAV in NA. Ripe for aftermarket NAV systems.

[86max]

Originally posted by Xtrema
Holy Shit!

Doesn't look like we will get a NAV in NA. Ripe for aftermarket NAV systems.


http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/7.gif

http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/1231499707/4.gif

http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/1231297685/1.jpg

http://bkmania.com/bbs/data/bk_gallery/1231297685/2.jpg

[Xtrema]

^ That's KDM.

Nothing about NAV on the NA website.

[86max]

Originally posted by Xtrema
^ That's KDM.

Nothing about NAV on the NA website.

I was just showing you two examples of aftermarket nav systems. I think I remember reading that nav will be an option shortly after release, not sure though.

[Xtrema]

You sure that's aftermarket? The screen show both info from stereo and HVAC.

[86max]

Originally posted by Xtrema
You sure that's aftermarket? The screen show both info from stereo and HVAC.

From what I read on a genesis forum, it is aftermarket........but I'd have to agree with you, it does look to good to not be oem. It also seems odd that an aftermarket system can display hvac info etc, I've never had nav so I don't know what the newer systems are capable of. If someone did put in an aftermarket nav, it'd replace the existing display screen which shows you song names, hvac, in/out temps etc, and you'd have no way of knowing that stuff unless it was able to get that info from the car somehow.


:dunno:

Here's the unit, Mercury MD5000

http://www.mobilewhack.com/mercury-launches-md5000-built-in-car-navigation-system/

[avow]

Originally posted by Xtrema
^ That's KDM.

Nothing about NAV on the NA website.
i cant remember where, but i remember reading somewhere that we will be getting a mid year refresh with nav.

[Xtrema]

Originally posted by 86max
Here's the unit, Mercury MD5000

http://www.mobilewhack.com/mercury-launches-md5000-built-in-car-navigation-system/

That's hot.

[n1zm0]

so who all is actually thinking about getting one of these or is it still too early?

looks tempting {2.0L track} (again, the 'can't believe i might buy a hyundai'.. sportscar thought) but still like to let a year go by after they hit the streets to see what quirks come up and what aftermarket companies besides HKS are willing to jump on this.

[heavyD]

Finally the first Hyundai that I could own and coming out at just the time I'll be getting into a new car. Too bad I need a 4-door as the 2.0T Track would be tempting. :banghead:

[benyl]

I have been toying with the idea of getting a 2010 STI, but info is skant or non existent.

The 2.0T track pack is becoming more and more appealing... especially in flat black (I know it isn't a stock color).

I remember reading somewhere that hyundai built the motor to take 30 PSI. I don't know if that was rumour or true. If true, it would be a fun car with a huge turbo... minus the turbo lag.