Hyundai Genesis Coupé
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).
Pre-Production
Photos of a heavily camouflaged Genesis Coupe prototype appeared on the internet 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.
Genesis Coupe
The production Genesis Coupe was officially debuted at the 2008 New York International Auto Show, 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 engines. The standard engine is a 2.0L Theta turbocharged 4-cylinder producing 210 hp (157 kW; 213 PS) and 223 ft·lbf (302 N·m) torque, with an optional 3.8L Lambda V6 engine producing 306 hp (228 kW; 310 PS) and 266 ft·lbf (361 N·m) torque.
The 4-cylinder turbocharged engine, shares the bottom end with the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution. Both engines are results 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 14-16PSI
A 6-speed manual transmission is standard equipment, with an optional 5- or ZF 6-speed automatic (depending on engine choice).
Chassis
Optional equipment includes a Torsen 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).
Dimensions
The car's wheelbase is 111.0 inches (2,820 mm), with an overall length of 182.3 inches (4,630 mm), width of 73.4 inches (1,860 mm), and height of 54.5 inches (1,380 mm). The curb weight of the coupe is 3,389 lb (1,537 kg) for the V6 and 3,294 lb (1,494 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, 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 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.
Consumption statistics
EPA MPG Estimates city/highway
-2.0T 6-speed manual 21 mpg-US (11 L/100 km; 25 mpg-imp)/30 mpg-US (7.8 L/100 km; 36 mpg-imp)
-2.0T 5-speed auto 20 mpg-US (12 L/100 km; 24 mpg-imp)/30 mpg-US (7.8 L/100 km; 36 mpg-imp)
-3.8 6-speed manual 17 mpg-US (14 L/100 km; 20 mpg-imp)/26 mpg-US (9.0 L/100 km; 31 mpg-imp)
-3.8 ZF 6-speed auto 17 mpg-US (14 L/100 km; 20 mpg-imp)/27 mpg-US (8.7 L/100 km; 32 mpg-imp)
---Tank size = 17.2 US gal (65 L; 14 imp gal)
Regional Differences
While the Genesis Coupe that is released in North American 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
- 314 hp (234 kW) (premium fuel) / 306-hp (regular)
- 266 lb·ft (361 N·m) @ 4,700 rpm (regular and premium fuel)
- 0–60 mph in less than 6 seconds
- 'Top speed of 149 mph (240 km/h) (Gov.)
- 2.0T
- 210 hp (160 kW) (regular and premium fuel)
- 223 lb·ft (302 N·m) @ 2,000 rpm (regular and premium fuel)
- 0–60 mph in less than 7 seconds
- Top speed of 137 mph (220 km/h) (Gov.)
0–60 mph performance records of 3.8 V6
- Motor trend review 0–60 : 5.4 sec
- Car and Driver review 0–60 : 5.5 sec (all on regular gas)
- 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
Motorsport
The Hyundai Genesis Coupe raced at the Formula Drift Professional Drifting Championship, 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.
References
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyundai_Genesis_Coupe