Tag: Genesis

  • 2012 Hyundai Genesis Price – $34 200

    Hyundai has priced the new 2012 Genesis for the US. The luxury saloon is tagged at $34 200 for the entry level powered by a 3.8 liter V6 with 338PS (248 kW) and 394Nm (291 lb-ft) of torque.

    The 2012 Hyundai Genesis powered by the 4.6-liter V8 with 390PS and 439Nm (324 lb-ft) will carry a price tag of $44 500.

    The top-of-range R-Spec with 5.0 liter V8 with whopping 435PS and 509Nm (376 lb-ft) will be priced at $46 500.

    2012 Hyundai Genesis is extremely well equipped and comes with an 8-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC manual capability, big brakes, and a retuned suspension with a larger rear stabilizer bar.
    The R-Spec model also has a sport-tuned suspension, a recalibrated steering system, dark chrome exterior accents, and exclusive 19″ alloy wheels.

    2012 Hyundai Genesis was introduced at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show. It features some modifications like revised front and rear bumpers, a new grille, aggressive side skirts, and brushed aluminum window trim. There are also new headlights, LED daytime running lights, and restyled taillights. It is a complete facelift ot the previous model.

    The 5.0 R-Spec with the mighty V8 returns satisfying 17mpg in the city and 26mpg on the highway. The smaller 4.6 liter V8 has the same fuel consumption and the “tiny” 3.8 liter V6 returns up to 29mpg on the highway.

    2012 Hyundai Genesis offers great luxury and comfort at decent price compared to the expensive BMW 7 series and Mercedes-Benz S class.

    2012 Hyundai Genesis

    Source: Hyundai

  • 2012 Hyundai Genesis Prada

    Hyundai has released a special edition Genesis – Prada, which is developed specially for Korean market. The project is completed in cooperation with Italian fashion label Prada.

    2012 Genesis Prada is designed to be one of the most luxurious models on the market. It is available in three colors – Black Nero, Blue Baltico and Brown Moro. It also Dark chrome is applied to the radiator grille, emblem and door handles to reflect the unique palladium-coated buckles on Prada’s bags, a wedge shape GPS antenna and stylish 19” alloy wheels.

    Inside, the dashboard and the upholstery have also been revised and artisan-crafted in “saffiano” leather – Prada’s signature top quality leather – to obtain a luxurious and sophisticated finish.

    2012 Hyundai Genesis Prada is powered by a 5.0 liter V8 with 430PS (316 kW) and 510Nm of torque. It is mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox. There are no performance data, but the big saloon is superbly fast.

    The car will be launched in limited series – 1 200 units, which will be available in South Korea. However, few lucky customers will get their cars in China and the Middle East.

    2012 Hyundai Genesis Prada

    Source: Hyundai

  • 2012 Hyundai Genesis

    2012 Hyundai Genesis was introduced at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show.

    The car features some changes like revised front and rear bumpers, a modified grille, aggressive side skirts, and brushed aluminum window trim. It also has new headlights, LED daytime running lights, and restyled taillights. It is a complete facelift ot the previous model. (more…)

  • ARK Track Time Attack Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8L – 585HP

    AKR Perfomance offers high-performance parts for the Hyundai Genesis Coupe. Furthermore, they exhibit ARK Track Time Attack Genesis Coupe 3.8L at the SEMA show, so the enthusiasts will be able to see all upgrades – live.

    The tuned car produces 585Hp from 3.8 liter DOHC V6 engine is Genesis, which originally produces 306Hp. All new power comes from a supercharger kit combined with some additional performance parts.

    As an added feature the ARK Genesis Coupe’s paint scheme was designed and completed in collaboration with artists from Hyundai’s North American Design Center in Irvine, Calif. (more…)

  • Hyundai Genesis Coupe Race Car at the SEMA Show 2010

    Hyundai teamed up with Gogogear Racing to develop a high performance racing car, which will be unveiled at the 2010 SEMA Show. It is based on Genesis Coupe, and the racing version offers great reliability and high-end performance capabilities. Additionally, the bright yellow paint scheme was designed in conjunction with Hyundai’s California Design Center.

    “The Genesis Coupe is designed to convey that Hyundai can not only match the best from Asia, Europe and America, but beat them,”, comments Ali Arsham, owner, Gogogear Racing. (more…)

  • 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe R Spec is now on sale in the USA

    A revised version of Hyundai Genesis Coupe came out this year with a number of interior, exterior upgrades and full line-up as well as the sport variant – R-Spec.

    It is targeted to compete against the tough coupes on the market – Infiniti G37, Ford Mustang, Chevy Camaro and Challenger. (more…)

  • Hennessey Genesis Carbon Coupe will strike at SEMA

    At this year’s Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show, Hyundai Motor America, Hennessey Performance Engineering (HPE) and the Tuner School will unveil their carbon fiber-wrapped, matte black Genesis Carbon Coupe. (more…)

  • Hyundai Launches RMR Red Bull Drift Team Sponsorship at Chicago Auto Show

    With enthusiasts eagerly awaiting the upcoming launch of the 2010 Genesis Coupe, Hyundai is adding to the excitement by teaming with Rhys Millen Racing and Red Bull Energy Drink to campaign the car in the high-energy sport of drift racing this year. (more…)

  • Hyundai’s New Tau V8 Engine Named To Ward’s “10 Best Engines” List

    Hyundai’s all-new 4.6-liter Tau V8 engine, which debuted in the premium Genesis sedan this year, has been named one of the “Ward’s 10 Best Engines” for 2009 by Ward’s Auto World. This marks the first time a Hyundai engine has appeared on the prestigious “Ward’s 10 Best Engines” list. (more…)

  • Building The Rhys Millen Racing Hyundai Genesis Coupe

    In February, Rhys Millen Racing (RMR) approached Hyundai Motor America with a unique concept to introduce the all-new 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe to the aftermarket and racing enthusiasts prior to its spring 2009 on-sale date. (more…)

  • Rides Magazine Transforms Hyundai Genesis Sedan Into Technology Center on Wheels for SEMA Show 2008

    Rides Hyundai GenesisHyundai Motor America and RIDES magazine are teaming up to develop a customized Hyundai Genesis for the 2008 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show.  The RIDES Genesis will be the ultimate in technology, style and refinement, containing the latest in technology both inside and out. (more…)

  • Hyundai Launches Newest Halo Vehicle Genesis Coupe

    Hyundai Genesis CoupeHyundai Motor Co. today launched its Genesis Coupe in the Korean market at an event on Jeju Island attended by members of the Korean and international press. The logical extension of the highly acclaimed Genesis sports sedan launched earlier this year, the Genesis Coupe raises the Hyundai brand’s emotional quotient to a new level with its high performance capabilities and front engine rear wheel drive architecture.  Genesis Coupe is an exemplification of Hyundai’s design evolution: simple, modern, crisp lines with wonderful proportions and aspiration appeal. (more…)