Hyundai Genesis Coupe=WOW!

[1SICKLEX]

2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Revealed, Unofficially!
Taking a quick break from the GM-gasm on the new El Camino of the past two days, it appears as though the Hyundai-hungry folks at the New Tiburon forums have blown a load of press shots out on to the web early on the new 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe before next week's New York Auto Show. Other than the hot shots, there doesn't appear to be much more to tell you. Well, based on one shot, it appears like the new kim-chee-crazy muscle car redlines at 6500 RPM, and, oh yes, it's one hot looking entry into the muscle car wars looking much different than the 2010 Hyundai Genesis RWD coupe concept we saw at the LA Auto Show last year. We're certainly looking forward to seeing it live on the show floor next week. Especially if they bring the same lovely lady they had in LA and who we've now affectionately named Genesis Priddy. All we know is this little deuce-door gets our thoughts all a-tingly. What about yours?

[hondachik]

that ass looks like a g35 coupe ... front end looks like a tiburon mixed with the fierce look of the 08 accords front end. i like, i'm loving the rear end the most, not too much feeling those grooves in the front.

[EJ25RUN]

Until i see it on a race track ~ I no care.

[1SICKLEX]

Until i see it on a race track ~ I no care.

Amazing, targa (think glass 911 targa), convert and a low feature, low weight version will come.

[1SICKLEX]

Not bad. Now it boils down to the driving dynamics which I still have strong doubts of.

2008 NEW YORK AUTO SHOW: 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Details

Hyundai unveiled Genesis Coupe, a new benchmark for affordable 300-horsepower sports coupes, during a press conference at the New York International Auto Show today. The 2010 Genesis Coupe is a purpose-built rear-wheel drive sports coupe featuring two performance-focused engines - a 212-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine and a range-topping all-aluminum 306-horsepower, DOHC 3.8-liter V6 engine. Genesis Coupe is scheduled to join the Hyundai lineup in the spring of 2009.

Following the introduction earlier this year of the rear-wheel drive Genesis sports sedan, Genesis Coupe is Hyundai's most dynamic performance car ever and the second consecutive all-new model introduction from Hyundai appealing directly to the car enthusiast. Genesis Coupe uses the same flexible rear-wheel drive architecture that was originally developed for the Genesis sports sedan.

Genesis Coupe employs a MacPherson strut dual-link front suspension and a five-link rear suspension setup. Both engines are mated to a standard six-speed manual transmission. The Genesis Coupe 2.0t (2.0-liter 4-cylinder turbo) offers an optional five-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC® while the 3.8-liter V6 offers a ZF six-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC to handle the additional torque.

"We think our entry-level Genesis Coupe 2.0t, with its unique combination of rear-wheel drive and four-cylinder turbo power, offers an intriguing alternative to existing front-wheel drive sports coupes," said John Krafcik, vice president, product development and strategic planning, Hyundai Motor America. "The 3.8-liter version of Genesis Coupe takes things to an even higher level, rivaling the capability of premium-performance coupes like Infiniti G37."

Genesis Coupe was shown as a concept at the 2007 Los Angeles Auto Show and its transformation from concept to production reveals that its signature design features have emerged intact. Genesis Coupe is also unmistakably linked to several Hyundai concept cars. The powerful curves, surface detail, and "Z" bodyside lines come straight from the HCD9 Talus and the HCD8 sports coupe. Genesis Coupe's arching roofline and tapering greenhouse highlight the exterior profile and emphasize the car's broad shoulders and wide stance. Genesis Coupe rides on standard 18-inch alloy wheels or optional 19-inch wheels, both delivering a bold stance and aggressive handling.

In keeping with its mission to be the most exciting, affordable sports coupe on the road, the Genesis Coupe boasts a cockpit designed to enhance the driving experience. An information display screen, features an outside temperature reading, audio system information and HVAC settings. Analog gauges include a large speedometer and tachometer positioned so the driver can immediately access critical driving information. The instrument cluster features Hyundai's signature blue gauge illumination.

Music lovers will welcome the inclusion of standard auxiliary input jacks (3.5 mm mini-jack and USB input) to accommodate and charge audio devices such as iPods®. Among the other refinements are an Infinity audio system, sport bucket seats and two-stage front seat warmers. Genesis Coupe also offers the convenience of a proximity key and push button starter.
The 2010 Genesis Coupe includes a wide range of both active and passive safety features. Standard safety equipment includes driver and front passenger advanced frontal airbags, along with front seat-mounted side airbags, side air curtains, active front head restraints, four-channel ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), and Electronic Stability Control (ESC), one of the industry's most effective life-saving technologies.

GENESIS COUPE SPECIFICATIONS

• Configuration: Front engine, rear-wheel drive
• Wheelbase: 2820 mm / 111.0 inches
• Overall length: 4630 mm / 182.3 inches
• Overall width: 1865 mm / 73.4 inches
• Overall height: 1380 mm / 54.3 inches
• Wheels: 18-inch or 19-inch five-spoke
• Engine types: 3.8-liter V6 or 2.0-liter 4-cylinder turbo
• Est. horsepower V6: 306 @ 6,000 rpm (regular fuel)
• Est. horsepower V6: 310 @ 6,000 rpm (premium fuel)
• Est. torque V6: 263 lb. ft. @ 4,700 rpm (regular and premium fuel)
• Est. horsepower 2.0t: 212 @ 6,000 rpm (regular fuel)
• Est. horsepower 2.0t: 223 @ 6,000 rpm (premium fuel)
• Est. torque 2.0t: 217 lb. ft. @ 2,500 rpm (regular and premium fuel)
• Block & head materials: aluminum for both engines
• Valvetrain: DOHC for both engines
• Valve timing: continuously variable valve timing for both engines (Dual for 2.0t)
• Estimated 0-60 mph V6: under 6 seconds
• Transmission types: 6-speed manual, 5-speed automatic (4-cylinder) or 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic (V6)
• Front brakes: 12.6-inch (standard) 13.4-inch (Brembo package)
• Rear brakes: 12.4-inch (standard) 13.0-inch (Brembo package)
• Front calipers: single piston floating (standard), monobloc four-piston (Brembo package)
• Rear calipers: single piston floating (standard) monobloc four-piston (Brembo package)
• Limited slip differential (Optional)
• Est. top speed: 149 mph (V6), 137 mph (2.0t)
• Base curb weight: 3549 lbs. (V6); 3439 lbs. (4-cylinder)

[MistaCee]

Well at least it RWD... Hyundai need to stop biting of of everyone elses designs though

[1SICKLEX]

Well at least it RWD... Hyundai need to stop biting of of everyone elses designs though

Hell the new G37 look just like the old one and they even copied it with the Altima coupe. So Hyundai might as well steal some design cues.

To my eyes, this looks much more aggressive and stylish, amazingly. I still find the G35 coupe beautiful though.

[IronEagle]

That is hot. Need interior shots.

[1SICKLEX]

That is hot. Need interior shots.

[d_day87]

damn, i like it

[d_day87]

and a very stylish interior... with push button start. kinda looks like a Z on the inside

[NAIZBST]

nice car

[Revmaynard]

3500 is a little fat. Lol

[IP37]

i like the ass
that's about it though

[Cyclonehatch]

Does anyone else see this resemblance besides me?

[redpanda]

the sedan wasn't impressive at all. wonder what this'll be like. and did I read brembo?

[white_rice]

the sedan wasn't impressive at all. wonder what this'll be like. and did I read brembo?

x2

[Hondatypr636]

that thing is sexy

[Kyle]

Tiburon + Solara + G35 = this monstrosity

[Fuster_Cluck]

But, it's a Hyundai

Bring it on....the K20 will have boost by then & I'll be glad to show it real performance

[blackshine007]

But, it's a Hyundai

Bring it on....the K20 will have boost by then & I'll be glad to show it real performance

Boost + FWD + Handling = FAIL

Have you ever thought of taking a corner?

[BKgen®]

But, it's a Hyundai

That argument might actually be valid if it was 1995.

[atlxpat]

yea i see a mix of g37 and an is-f or some variant of a lexus in the hyundai, and thats what i dont like about hyundai....no heritage

[IndianStig]

seems like a nice car. its really, really growing on me

[BKgen®]

w00t w00t

[Nissan Sean]

i hope an aftermarket company comes out with a better bumper. i like the styling(not in love with it) but the front end kills it for me. 2.0 turbo should be fun though. 3500lbs--lame. its not a nad car-could have been better, for the money its seems like a good deal.

[HatchMan]

Pretty nice for an Hyundai!
But then again I think I'd rather buy a used G35 Coupe than this Genesis brand new......

[redrumracer]

they shouldve done this(rwd and turbo) with the other body style. the other body style look alot better

[antiv6]

i actually like it lol, never thought id say that about a hyundai
only thing that bother me about the car is how the rear side window goes down instead of following the line of the door window

[Nissan Sean]

i actually like it lol, never thought id say that about a hyundai
only thing that bother me about the car is how the rear side window goes down instead of following the line of the door window

QFT!!!!!!!!!!! i guess they had to F up the side window so there design stealing from infiniti wouldnt be so noticable.lol

[Alan®]

Hyundai=POS

*Looks for GKTib and runs*

[takume]

i don't have bias to Hyundai. But I found that the front end is really ugly, it may due to it mix with all other cars. And I don't feel the interior by the way.

[xlilvi3tx]

i give it a 6/10 lol rear looks ok but the front looks like crap