Hyundai Genesis Coupe
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The Hyundai Genesis Coupé is a rear-wheel drive sports coupe from Hyundai Motor Company
, released on October 13, 2008 for the Korean
market. It is Hyundai's first rear-wheel drive sports coupe, and shares its basic platform with the Hyundai Genesis
luxury sedan.
The Genesis Coupe arrived in United States
dealerships on February 26, 2009 as a 2010 model. Hyundai USA acting President and CEO John Krafcik has described the Genesis Coupe as being designed "...to deliver a driving experience that challenges cars like the Infiniti G37." Hyundai has stated the Genesis Coupe is not intended as a successor to the similar Hyundai Coupe (Tiburon or Tuscani in some markets).
as early as May 2007, fueling anticipation and speculation. The spy photos suggested that Hyundai's new coupe would be rear-wheel drive, as pictures of the engine bay showed a longitudinal engine orientation typical of front-engine, rear-drive vehicles. The pictures also showed a four-cylinder engine with a heat-wrapped turbocharger
. Speculation on potential engines for the new coupe ranged from the turbocharged four-cylinder
pictured to the Tau
V8 that Hyundai had developed for the luxury-oriented Genesis
.
Shortly before the 2007 Los Angeles International Auto show, more photos were leaked of an uncovered silver Genesis Coupe next to a silver Ford Mustang
, presumed to be the Genesis Coupe's target competitor.
, showcasing a red and a silver model. The unveiling was accompanied by a demonstration of the coupe's abilities with powerslides and burnouts.
A lime-colored 3.8L Genesis Coupe was shown at the 2008 BUSAN International Motor Show. This car was badged as a Genesis Coupe 380GT.
. The standard engine is a 2.0L Theta
turbocharged 4-cylinder producing 210 hp and 223 ft.lbf torque
, with an optional 3.8L Lambda
V6 engine
producing 306 hp and 266 ft.lbf torque.
The 4-cylinder turbocharged engine shares many components with the Mitsubishi Evo X. Both engines are the result of the Global Engine Manufacturing Alliance, a joint venture among Hyundai, Mitsubishi, and Chrysler, with Hyundai’s engine using a different computer, from Siemens. Interesting features of the engine include oil injectors under the pistons to keep them cooler. The turbo is estimated to push around 7PSI
A 6-speed manual transmission
is standard equipment, with an optional 5- or ZF
6-speed
automatic
(depending on engine choice).
Limited slip differential
and four-piston Brembo
brakes with 13.4" rotors
in the front and 13" in the rear. 18" wheels are standard, while optional 19" wheels using 225/40 tires in the front and 245/40 in the rear are packaged together with the Brembo brake upgrade.
According to Hyundai, the Genesis Coupe has a 24% stiffer bending rigidity than the BMW E46 M3 (2001–2006).
The car's wheelbase
is 111 inches (2,819.4 mm), with an overall length of 182.3 inches (4,630.4 mm), width of 73.4 inches (1,864.4 mm), and height of 54.5 inches (1,384.3 mm). The curb weight of the coupe is 3389 lb (1,537.2 kg) for the V6 and 3294 lb (1,494.1 kg) for the 4-cylinder.
The R-spec 2.0T comes with stability control, ABS, electronic brake force distribution, 19-inch wheels, Brembo brakes, a Torsen
Limited slip differential
, a stiffer suspension and summer-only Bridgestone Potenza RE050A tires. To reduce cost and weight, the R-Spec doesn't include Bluetooth, automatic headlights, cruise control, trip computer, chrome interior accents or steering wheel audio controls. The Genesis Coupe R-Spec is available with a base price $3,000 less than the 2.0T Track model.
For 2011, the R-Spec models were updated with the new 3.8 R-Spec. To reduce the cost difference in the R-Spec and the Track models, the 2.0T and 3.8 R-Spec models don't include automatic headlights, Xenon HID headlights, Navigation system with 6.5" touchscreen & XM NavTraffic® (90-day trial), cruise control, Leather seating surfaces with Power Driver Seat & Heated front seats, rear spoiler, the upgraded sound system (600-watt Infinity® AM/FM/XM®/CD/MP3 audio system with 10 speakers), Automatic temperature control, Electrochromic auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass, HomeLink® integrated transceiver, Heated outside mirrors with turn signal indicators, Power tilt-and-slide glass sunroof, Metalgrain and chrome interior accents, Backup warning system, Chrome front fascia accents, Aluminum pedals, Aero wiper blades or Premium door sill plates , but the base MSRP is $26,750. This model includes the R-Spec badge, Track-tuned suspension, Brembo brakes, Torsen limited-slip differential and front camber adjustment bolts (needs to be installed).
MPG Estimates [city/highway]
-2.0T 6-speed manual [21 miles per US gallon/30 miles per US gallon]
-2.0T 5-speed auto [20 miles per US gallon/30 miles per US gallon]
-3.8 6-speed manual [17 miles per US gallon/26 miles per US gallon]
-3.8 ZF 6-speed auto [17 miles per US gallon/27 miles per US gallon]
---Tank size = 17.2 US gal (65 l; 14 imp gal)
Hyundai Canada offers a proximity key for all V6 models, push button start or side-mirror marker lights on the 3.8L models and no spoiler on either the 2.0T or 3.8L V6. (US track models are the only trims equipped with spoilers). In fall of 2009, Hyundai began Genesis production with Navigation systems.
In some countries Hyundai Genesis Coupe will also be sold as Hyundai Genesis R-Spec, which comes only with 3.8-liter engine and features some sport-oriented options.
306 hp (regular) @ 4,700 rpm (regular and premium fuel)
drifting the car to music by Billy Corgan
during a Super Bowl
advertisement. They also launched the website edityourown.com that allowed users to create a video that allowed the promotion of the car. This was done previously by other car manufacturers, although none promised the final edit to be seen on TV as well as winning a cash prize along with the new car as Hyundai has.
Hyundai Genesis (coupe and the four-door saloon version) have appeared in the TV series Leverage, driven by the main characters. The coupe has also appeared in the TV series Burn Notice
as Fiona's new car. It also made an appearance in the eighth season of the TV series 24
as one of the pursuit vehicles driven by Jack Bauer.
In response to criticisms about materials quality from reviewers and owners, Hyundai significantly improved materials quality for the 2013 model. New features include a leather handbrake handle, plasmacluster air filtering, red leather interior option, LED accents above the foglights, and LED tailights.
, the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb and select Redline Time Attack Series events in 2009 – thanks to a joint venture between Hyundai and racing champion Rhys Millen
, who will drive the Red Bull
-sponsored race car on those events. Millen's V6 engine is running with mostly stock internals and its original Hyundai's 3.8-liter displacement. In July 2009, Millen and the Genesis Coupe set a new record for two-wheel drive production-based cars at Pikes Peak.
Hyundai Motor Company
Hyundai Motor Company is a Korean multinational automaker based in Seoul, South Korea which, along with Kia, comprises the Hyundai Kia Automotive Group, the world's fourth largest automaker as of 2009. As of 2011, it is the world's fastest growing automaker for two years running...
, released on October 13, 2008 for the Korean
South Korea
The Republic of Korea , , is a sovereign state in East Asia, located on the southern portion of the Korean Peninsula. It is neighbored by the People's Republic of China to the west, Japan to the east, North Korea to the north, and the East China Sea and Republic of China to the south...
market. It is Hyundai's first rear-wheel drive sports coupe, and shares its basic platform with the Hyundai Genesis
Hyundai Genesis
The Hyundai Genesis is a full-size luxury car initially introduced as a concept car in the 2007 New York International Auto Show. Hyundai has introduced the vehicle worldwide, known internally as the BH model, and markets the Genesis as a "premium sports sedan". The Genesis is currently not...
luxury sedan.
The Genesis Coupe arrived in United States
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
dealerships on February 26, 2009 as a 2010 model. Hyundai USA acting President and CEO John Krafcik has described the Genesis Coupe as being designed "...to deliver a driving experience that challenges cars like the Infiniti G37." Hyundai has stated the Genesis Coupe is not intended as a successor to the similar Hyundai Coupe (Tiburon or Tuscani in some markets).
Pre Production
Photos of a heavily camouflaged Genesis Coupe prototype appeared on the internetInternet
The Internet is a global system of interconnected computer networks that use the standard Internet protocol suite to serve billions of users worldwide...
as early as May 2007, fueling anticipation and speculation. The spy photos suggested that Hyundai's new coupe would be rear-wheel drive, as pictures of the engine bay showed a longitudinal engine orientation typical of front-engine, rear-drive vehicles. The pictures also showed a four-cylinder engine with a heat-wrapped turbocharger
Turbocharger
A turbocharger, or turbo , from the Greek "τύρβη" is a centrifugal compressor powered by a turbine that is driven by an engine's exhaust gases. Its benefit lies with the compressor increasing the mass of air entering the engine , thereby resulting in greater performance...
. Speculation on potential engines for the new coupe ranged from the turbocharged four-cylinder
Straight-4
The inline-four engine or straight-four engine is an internal combustion engine with all four cylinders mounted in a straight line, or plane along the crankcase. The single bank of cylinders may be oriented in either a vertical or an inclined plane with all the pistons driving a common crankshaft....
pictured to the Tau
Hyundai Tau engine
The Tau is Hyundai Motor Company's newest V8 engine, replacing the Omega. It is reported to deliver an estimated and of torque -- on premium unleaded fuel -- at . Currently, the version of the engine delivers and on premium unleaded fuel...
V8 that Hyundai had developed for the luxury-oriented Genesis
Hyundai Genesis
The Hyundai Genesis is a full-size luxury car initially introduced as a concept car in the 2007 New York International Auto Show. Hyundai has introduced the vehicle worldwide, known internally as the BH model, and markets the Genesis as a "premium sports sedan". The Genesis is currently not...
.
Shortly before the 2007 Los Angeles International Auto show, more photos were leaked of an uncovered silver Genesis Coupe next to a silver Ford Mustang
Ford Mustang
The Ford Mustang is an automobile manufactured by the Ford Motor Company. It was initially based on the second generation North American Ford Falcon, a compact car. Introduced early on April 17, 1964, as a "1964½" model, the 1965 Mustang was the automaker's most successful launch since the Model A...
, presumed to be the Genesis Coupe's target competitor.
Genesis Coupe
The production Genesis Coupe was officially debuted at the 2008 New York International Auto ShowNew York International Auto Show
The New York International Auto Show is an annual auto show held in New York City in late March or early April. It is usually held at the Jacob Javits Convention Center. It usually opens on or just before Easter weekend and closes on the first Sunday after Easter...
, showcasing a red and a silver model. The unveiling was accompanied by a demonstration of the coupe's abilities with powerslides and burnouts.
A lime-colored 3.8L Genesis Coupe was shown at the 2008 BUSAN International Motor Show. This car was badged as a Genesis Coupe 380GT.
Engine and transmission
The Genesis Coupe is available with two enginesInternal combustion engine
The internal combustion engine is an engine in which the combustion of a fuel occurs with an oxidizer in a combustion chamber. In an internal combustion engine, the expansion of the high-temperature and high -pressure gases produced by combustion apply direct force to some component of the engine...
. The standard engine is a 2.0L Theta
Hyundai Theta engine
The Hyundai Theta is a gasoline 4-cylinder automobile engine family. The third all-aluminum engine of Hyundai Motor Company debuted in the fourth-generation Hyundai Sonata sedan , which was unveiled in August 2004 in South Korea....
turbocharged 4-cylinder producing 210 hp and 223 ft.lbf torque
Torque
Torque, moment or moment of force , is the tendency of a force to rotate an object about an axis, fulcrum, or pivot. Just as a force is a push or a pull, a torque can be thought of as a twist....
, with an optional 3.8L Lambda
Hyundai Lambda engine
The Hyundai Lambda engine family is the company's modern all-aluminum V6. It is manufactured at Hyundai's HMMA plant in Montgomery, Alabama, United States. All versions of this engine use a timing chain.-3.0:...
V6 engine
V6 engine
A V6 engine is a V engine with six cylinders mounted on the crankcase in two banks of three cylinders, usually set at either a right angle or an acute angle to each other, with all six pistons driving a common crankshaft...
producing 306 hp and 266 ft.lbf torque.
The 4-cylinder turbocharged engine shares many components with the Mitsubishi Evo X. Both engines are the result of the Global Engine Manufacturing Alliance, a joint venture among Hyundai, Mitsubishi, and Chrysler, with Hyundai’s engine using a different computer, from Siemens. Interesting features of the engine include oil injectors under the pistons to keep them cooler. The turbo is estimated to push around 7PSI
A 6-speed manual transmission
Manual transmission
A manual transmission, also known as a manual gearbox or standard transmission is a type of transmission used in motor vehicle applications...
is standard equipment, with an optional 5- or ZF
ZF Friedrichshafen
ZF Friedrichshafen AG, also known as ZF Group, and commonly abbreviated to ZF, is a German public company headquartered in Friedrichshafen, in the south-west German region of Baden-Württemberg....
6-speed
ZF 6HP26 transmission
The ZF 6HP26 was the first six-speed automatic transmission in a production passenger car. Released by ZF Friedrichshafen AG in 2000, it was manufactured by ZF Getriebe GmbH in Saarbrücken, Germany....
automatic
Automatic transmission
An automatic transmission is one type of motor vehicle transmission that can automatically change gear ratios as the vehicle moves, freeing the driver from having to shift gears manually...
(depending on engine choice).
Chassis
Optional equipment includes a TorsenTorsen
Torsen is a type of differential used in automobiles. It was invented by American Vernon Gleasman and manufactured by the Gleason Corporation. Torsen is a contraction of Torque-Sensing...
Limited slip differential
Limited slip differential
A limited slip differential is a type of differential gear arrangement that allows for some difference in angular velocity of the output shafts, but imposes a mechanical bound on the disparity...
and four-piston Brembo
Brembo
Brembo S.p.A. is a manufacturer of automotive brake systems, especially for high-performance cars and motorcycles. It was established in Bergamo, Italy in 1961. Soon after the company was formed, it specialised in disc brakes, which were exclusively imported from the United Kingdom at the time...
brakes with 13.4" rotors
Disc brake
The disc brake or disk brake is a device for slowing or stopping the rotation of a wheel while it is in motion.A brake disc is usually made of cast iron, but may in some cases be made of composites such as reinforced carbon–carbon or ceramic matrix composites. This is connected to the wheel and/or...
in the front and 13" in the rear. 18" wheels are standard, while optional 19" wheels using 225/40 tires in the front and 245/40 in the rear are packaged together with the Brembo brake upgrade.
According to Hyundai, the Genesis Coupe has a 24% stiffer bending rigidity than the BMW E46 M3 (2001–2006).
Dimensions
Wheelbase
In both road and rail vehicles, the wheelbase is the distance between the centers of the front and rear wheels.- Road :In automobiles, the wheelbase is the horizontal distance between the center of the front wheel and the center of the rear wheel...
is 111 inches (2,819.4 mm), with an overall length of 182.3 inches (4,630.4 mm), width of 73.4 inches (1,864.4 mm), and height of 54.5 inches (1,384.3 mm). The curb weight of the coupe is 3389 lb (1,537.2 kg) for the V6 and 3294 lb (1,494.1 kg) for the 4-cylinder.
Trim levels
There are 7 models of the Coupe based around two engine choices. Trim levels include: 2.0T Base, 2.0 R-Spec, 2.0T Premium, 2.0T Track (GT in Canada), 3.8 Base (For 2010), 3.8 R-Spec (For 2011), 3.8 Grand Touring, and a 3.8 Track (GT in Canada). The Track and R-Spec versions of 2.0T will only be offered with a 6-speed manual.The R-spec 2.0T comes with stability control, ABS, electronic brake force distribution, 19-inch wheels, Brembo brakes, a Torsen
Torsen
Torsen is a type of differential used in automobiles. It was invented by American Vernon Gleasman and manufactured by the Gleason Corporation. Torsen is a contraction of Torque-Sensing...
Limited slip differential
Limited slip differential
A limited slip differential is a type of differential gear arrangement that allows for some difference in angular velocity of the output shafts, but imposes a mechanical bound on the disparity...
, a stiffer suspension and summer-only Bridgestone Potenza RE050A tires. To reduce cost and weight, the R-Spec doesn't include Bluetooth, automatic headlights, cruise control, trip computer, chrome interior accents or steering wheel audio controls. The Genesis Coupe R-Spec is available with a base price $3,000 less than the 2.0T Track model.
For 2011, the R-Spec models were updated with the new 3.8 R-Spec. To reduce the cost difference in the R-Spec and the Track models, the 2.0T and 3.8 R-Spec models don't include automatic headlights, Xenon HID headlights, Navigation system with 6.5" touchscreen & XM NavTraffic® (90-day trial), cruise control, Leather seating surfaces with Power Driver Seat & Heated front seats, rear spoiler, the upgraded sound system (600-watt Infinity® AM/FM/XM®/CD/MP3 audio system with 10 speakers), Automatic temperature control, Electrochromic auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass, HomeLink® integrated transceiver, Heated outside mirrors with turn signal indicators, Power tilt-and-slide glass sunroof, Metalgrain and chrome interior accents, Backup warning system, Chrome front fascia accents, Aluminum pedals, Aero wiper blades or Premium door sill plates , but the base MSRP is $26,750. This model includes the R-Spec badge, Track-tuned suspension, Brembo brakes, Torsen limited-slip differential and front camber adjustment bolts (needs to be installed).
Consumption statistics
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MPG Estimates [city/highway]
-2.0T 6-speed manual [21 miles per US gallon/30 miles per US gallon]
-2.0T 5-speed auto [20 miles per US gallon/30 miles per US gallon]
-3.8 6-speed manual [17 miles per US gallon/26 miles per US gallon]
-3.8 ZF 6-speed auto [17 miles per US gallon/27 miles per US gallon]
---Tank size = 17.2 US gal (65 l; 14 imp gal)
Regional differences
While the Genesis Coupe that is released in North America will look the same as the Korean version, the suspension setup is different.Hyundai Canada offers a proximity key for all V6 models, push button start or side-mirror marker lights on the 3.8L models and no spoiler on either the 2.0T or 3.8L V6. (US track models are the only trims equipped with spoilers). In fall of 2009, Hyundai began Genesis production with Navigation systems.
In some countries Hyundai Genesis Coupe will also be sold as Hyundai Genesis R-Spec, which comes only with 3.8-liter engine and features some sport-oriented options.
Performance
- 3.8 V6
306 hp (regular) @ 4,700 rpm (regular and premium fuel)
-
- 0–60 mph in less than 6 seconds
- 'Top speed of 152 mi/h (Gov.)
- Handling: .87g skidpad
- Braking: 70mph to stop in 162'
- 2.0T
- 223 hp (premium fuelOctane ratingOctane rating or octane number is a standard measure of the anti-knock properties of a motor or aviation fuel. The higher the octane number, the more compression the fuel can withstand before detonating...
)) / 210 hp (regular) - 217 lbft @ 2,000 rpm (regular and premium fuel)
- 0–60 mph in 6.8 seconds
- Top speed of 140 mi/h (Gov.)
- Handling: .88g skidpad
- Braking: 70mph to stop in 160'
- 223 hp (premium fuel
0–60 mph performance records of 3.8 V6
- Car and Driver review 0–60 : 5.7 sec
- Popular Mechanics review 0–60 : 5.8 sec
- Edmunds.com review 0–60 : (1st record) 6.4 sec: (retest record) 5.9 sec/5.5 sec w/1 foot of rollout
0–60 mph performance records of 2.0 I4
- Motor Trend review 0-60 : 6.8 sec
- Edmunds review 0–60 : 6.9 sec
- Car and Driver review 0–60 : 6.8 sec
- Car and Driver road test 0-60 : 7.0 sec
Marketing
Hyundai took an aggressive stance on their marketing for the new release of this car with Rhys MillenRhys Millen
Rhys Millen , nephew of IMSA GTS driver Steve Millen, son of Rod and elder brother of Ryan, is one of the world's top competitors in drifting. Prior to that he was a top rally driver in the US, and became the first works backed driver from a car manufacturer with GM in 2004 after narrowly losing to...
drifting the car to music by Billy Corgan
Billy Corgan
William Patrick "Billy" Corgan, Jr. is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist and occasional poet best known as the frontman and sole permanent member of The Smashing Pumpkins. Formed by Corgan and guitarist James Iha in Chicago, Illinois in 1987, the band quickly gained steam with the...
during a Super Bowl
Super Bowl
The Super Bowl is the championship game of the National Football League , the highest level of professional American football in the United States, culminating a season that begins in the late summer of the previous calendar year. The Super Bowl uses Roman numerals to identify each game, rather...
advertisement. They also launched the website edityourown.com that allowed users to create a video that allowed the promotion of the car. This was done previously by other car manufacturers, although none promised the final edit to be seen on TV as well as winning a cash prize along with the new car as Hyundai has.
Hyundai Genesis (coupe and the four-door saloon version) have appeared in the TV series Leverage, driven by the main characters. The coupe has also appeared in the TV series Burn Notice
Burn notice
A burn notice is an official statement issued by one intelligence agency to other agencies. It states that an individual or a group is unreliable for one or more reasons...
as Fiona's new car. It also made an appearance in the eighth season of the TV series 24
24 (TV series)
24 is an American television series produced for the Fox Network and syndicated worldwide, starring Kiefer Sutherland as Counter Terrorist Unit agent Jack Bauer. Each 24-episode season covers 24 hours in the life of Bauer, using the real time method of narration...
as one of the pursuit vehicles driven by Jack Bauer.
2013 Revision
The 2013 model received significant changes in both appearances and power train. The front bumper and hood received a styling revision that incorporates Hyundai's fluidic corporate design language a la Veloster. The V6 received direct injection and now produces 350 hp and 295 lbft of torque. The I4 turbo now produces 275 hp and 275 lbft. Transmission options are an 8 speed automatic or 6 speed manual.In response to criticisms about materials quality from reviewers and owners, Hyundai significantly improved materials quality for the 2013 model. New features include a leather handbrake handle, plasmacluster air filtering, red leather interior option, LED accents above the foglights, and LED tailights.
Motorsport
The Hyundai Genesis Coupe raced at the Formula Drift Professional Drifting ChampionshipFormula D
Formula DRIFT or Formula D is the premier United States drifting series. Formula Drift, Inc. was co-founded by Jim Liaw and Ryan Sage in 2003 as a sister company to Slipstream Global Marketing, the same partnership that brought D1 Grand Prix to the United States. The new entity would solely own,...
, the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb and select Redline Time Attack Series events in 2009 – thanks to a joint venture between Hyundai and racing champion Rhys Millen
Rhys Millen
Rhys Millen , nephew of IMSA GTS driver Steve Millen, son of Rod and elder brother of Ryan, is one of the world's top competitors in drifting. Prior to that he was a top rally driver in the US, and became the first works backed driver from a car manufacturer with GM in 2004 after narrowly losing to...
, who will drive the Red Bull
Red Bull
Red Bull is an energy drink sold by the Austrian Red Bull GmbH, created in 1987 by the Austrian entrepreneur Dietrich Mateschitz. In terms of market share, Red Bull is the most popular energy drink in the world, with 3 billion cans sold each year. Dietrich Mateschitz was inspired by an already...
-sponsored race car on those events. Millen's V6 engine is running with mostly stock internals and its original Hyundai's 3.8-liter displacement. In July 2009, Millen and the Genesis Coupe set a new record for two-wheel drive production-based cars at Pikes Peak.