Genesis Coupe To Receive 429 HP 5.0L V8
9/19/11, 02:36 PM
#1
Cobra Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: July 12, 2010
Location: Southern California
Posts: 1,310
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Genesis Coupe To Receive 429 HP 5.0L V8
9/19/11, 03:03 PM
#3
TMS Post # 1,000,000
Serbian Steamer
Serbian Steamer
Join Date: January 30, 2004
Location: Wisconsin / Serbia
Posts: 12,630
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
This photo affords us yet another look at the 2013 Hyundai Genesis coupe. We saw it wearing bulky camouflage, we saw it in a blurry cameraphone photo, but now thanks to Hyundai-Blog, we have an up-close look at the Genesis coupe redesign that’s due for 2013. As we saw before, the coupe’s snout has been totally revamped with a design that looks cribbed from that of the new Hyundai Veloster. There’s a big grille opening, large swept-back headlights, and even some hood vents. The overall effect is somewhat like plopping the front of a Nissan GT-R onto a Genesis coupe. Based on these photos, the facelift is neither as subtle and attractive as the current Genesis coupe, nor as edgy and aggressive as the Veloster.
The styling decision does make sense, however, as it gives a common DNA to both of Hyundai’s compact “sporty coupes”, including the Genesis coupe and Veloster. Beneath the new design, we expect the Genesis’ 210-hp, turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four and 306-hp 3.8-liter V-6 engines to continue, although they may gain direct fuel injection as part of the refresh.
The styling decision does make sense, however, as it gives a common DNA to both of Hyundai’s compact “sporty coupes”, including the Genesis coupe and Veloster. Beneath the new design, we expect the Genesis’ 210-hp, turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four and 306-hp 3.8-liter V-6 engines to continue, although they may gain direct fuel injection as part of the refresh.
9/19/11, 03:08 PM
#4
Cobra Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: July 12, 2010
Location: Southern California
Posts: 1,310
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by Red Star
Did you happen to notice the date of that article?
24th of June 2010.
24th of June 2010.
I didn't see the year. Non the less I have not seen us mustang guys discuss. Looks like we have a new rival on our hands.
9/19/11, 04:54 PM
#10
MOTM Committee Member
9/20/11, 01:29 AM
#13
TMS Post # 1,000,000
Serbian Steamer
Serbian Steamer
Join Date: January 30, 2004
Location: Wisconsin / Serbia
Posts: 12,630
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
9/20/11, 07:08 AM
#14
9/20/11, 07:55 AM
#15
Bullitt Member
Join Date: March 25, 2004
Posts: 401
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Hyundai has made great strides in recent years. However, the Genesis coupe is a long way from being a performance car. In fact, performance-wise, it is one of the most underwhelming efforts Hyundai has produced.
In a recent MotorTrend test, the Hyundai Genesis coupe was picked over the Mustang (V6) in a comparison test. But, the Mustang was quicker from 0-60, faster through the quarter mile, and despite outperforming the Genesis, got better fuel economy. The writer/editor of the piece claimed the Genesis was chosen ahead of the Mustang V6, because it 'felt' more like a sports car. http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/...challenger_se/
This test demonstrated that a V6 Mustang (the economy model Mustang) was a better performer than the Hyundai 'sports car'. If the Hyundai cannot outperform a V6 Mustang, how would it fare against a Mustang GT? A Boss Mustang?
http://www.caranddriver.com/features...0Mustang%20V-6
In Car and Driver's recent lightning lap around Virginia International Raceway, the V6 Mustang was faster around the course than the Hyundai Genesis 3.8 R-Spec (3:12.5 vs. 3:13.8), despite the fact the R-spec is supposedly Hyundai's performance model and the V6 Mustang is electronically limited to 114-mph. (Remove the rev limiter and the Hyundai might not be that close to the 'secretary's car'.) This is where the underwhelming comes in--on paper, the Hyundai should be the winner-- lower center of gravity, lighter weight, more horsepower (ok, only by one horespower), and aimed (R-spec) at track performance, versus a heavier, opponent equipped with a rev limiter on a race track. Despite the advantages (and that 'sports car' feel), it was slower around the track.
The Genesis coupe is not a bad car--the style no doubt appeals to a number of people. It offers style, handling, and a modest amount of performance for a reasonable price. A pony car? No. A true sports car? No--it is not a Nissan 370Z. A Mustang competitor? Only in the minds of die-hard Genesis fans.
If Hyundai elects to shoe-horn a V8 in the car, it will have to be a clean-slate redesign and even then it remains to be seen whether Hyundai is capable of achieving a true Pony car competitor.
In a recent MotorTrend test, the Hyundai Genesis coupe was picked over the Mustang (V6) in a comparison test. But, the Mustang was quicker from 0-60, faster through the quarter mile, and despite outperforming the Genesis, got better fuel economy. The writer/editor of the piece claimed the Genesis was chosen ahead of the Mustang V6, because it 'felt' more like a sports car. http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/...challenger_se/
This test demonstrated that a V6 Mustang (the economy model Mustang) was a better performer than the Hyundai 'sports car'. If the Hyundai cannot outperform a V6 Mustang, how would it fare against a Mustang GT? A Boss Mustang?
http://www.caranddriver.com/features...0Mustang%20V-6
In Car and Driver's recent lightning lap around Virginia International Raceway, the V6 Mustang was faster around the course than the Hyundai Genesis 3.8 R-Spec (3:12.5 vs. 3:13.8), despite the fact the R-spec is supposedly Hyundai's performance model and the V6 Mustang is electronically limited to 114-mph. (Remove the rev limiter and the Hyundai might not be that close to the 'secretary's car'.) This is where the underwhelming comes in--on paper, the Hyundai should be the winner-- lower center of gravity, lighter weight, more horsepower (ok, only by one horespower), and aimed (R-spec) at track performance, versus a heavier, opponent equipped with a rev limiter on a race track. Despite the advantages (and that 'sports car' feel), it was slower around the track.
The Genesis coupe is not a bad car--the style no doubt appeals to a number of people. It offers style, handling, and a modest amount of performance for a reasonable price. A pony car? No. A true sports car? No--it is not a Nissan 370Z. A Mustang competitor? Only in the minds of die-hard Genesis fans.
If Hyundai elects to shoe-horn a V8 in the car, it will have to be a clean-slate redesign and even then it remains to be seen whether Hyundai is capable of achieving a true Pony car competitor.
9/20/11, 08:19 AM
#17
Cobra Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: July 12, 2010
Location: Southern California
Posts: 1,310
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by topbliss
Its still a Hyundai.. can't put lipstick on a pig and enter her into the Miss America contest
9/20/11, 09:06 AM
#18
TMS Post # 1,000,000
Serbian Steamer
Serbian Steamer
Join Date: January 30, 2004
Location: Wisconsin / Serbia
Posts: 12,630
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Hyundai's gonna be a world leader someday. Its already #4 in the world, so only GM, Volkswagen and Toyota are ahead in sales.
9/20/11, 09:13 AM
#19
TMS Post # 1,000,000
Serbian Steamer
Serbian Steamer
Join Date: January 30, 2004
Location: Wisconsin / Serbia
Posts: 12,630
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Hyundai has made great strides in recent years. However, the Genesis coupe is a long way from being a performance car. In fact, performance-wise, it is one of the most underwhelming efforts Hyundai has produced.
In a recent MotorTrend test, the Hyundai Genesis coupe was picked over the Mustang (V6) in a comparison test. But, the Mustang was quicker from 0-60, faster through the quarter mile, and despite outperforming the Genesis, got better fuel economy. The writer/editor of the piece claimed the Genesis was chosen ahead of the Mustang V6, because it 'felt' more like a sports car. http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/...challenger_se/
This test demonstrated that a V6 Mustang (the economy model Mustang) was a better performer than the Hyundai 'sports car'. If the Hyundai cannot outperform a V6 Mustang, how would it fare against a Mustang GT? A Boss Mustang?
In a recent MotorTrend test, the Hyundai Genesis coupe was picked over the Mustang (V6) in a comparison test. But, the Mustang was quicker from 0-60, faster through the quarter mile, and despite outperforming the Genesis, got better fuel economy. The writer/editor of the piece claimed the Genesis was chosen ahead of the Mustang V6, because it 'felt' more like a sports car. http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/...challenger_se/
This test demonstrated that a V6 Mustang (the economy model Mustang) was a better performer than the Hyundai 'sports car'. If the Hyundai cannot outperform a V6 Mustang, how would it fare against a Mustang GT? A Boss Mustang?
Just for the record, I never drove either one of them so I don't know which one is better.
I don't think that Genesis is trying to be a "Korean muscle cars" because its not. Genesis 2.0 competes against GTI, Focus ST and similar cars even though it's a RWD. Genesis 3.8 competes again 370Z and similar cars.
And Hyundai could build a real Mustang GT competitor (performance only) since their 5.0L V8 engine makes 429 hp and is available in Genesis sedan and Equus.
Last edited by Zastava_101; 9/20/11 at 09:14 AM.
