The new 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is based on the same rear-wheel-drive platform as the Genesis sedan. It was previewed with a concept version late last year, and later to a marketing study group in pre-production form.
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The first of Hyundai’s new “premium” cars, it is expected to hit the market in Spring 2009, making it a 2010 model.
The base car will be powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with up-level models being propelled by a 3.8L V6. Hyundai is claiming that the production Genesis Coupe is the most affordable 300+ horsepower car on the market. The final horsepower ratings will be in the 310 to 320 range. The car has a redline of 6,500 rpm.
The car's center stack features a large LCD screen, while the gauge cluster has a futuristic, two-pod design. The Genesis Coupe will have a 2+2 setup, with cup holders separating the rear buckets. Despite only having two doors, rear seat legroom looks surprisingly ample.
Every 2010 Hyundai Genesis coupe should come with antilock disc brakes, traction control, and curtain side airbags. The four-cylinder base model will probably roll on standard 17-inch wheels. The V6 version is likely to come with 18s, plus a limited-slip differential and maybe stability control. Options for both models should include a navigation system, an upscale leather interior, and perhaps 19-inch wheels with low-profile performance tires.
The base car will be powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with up-level models being propelled by a 3.8L V6. Hyundai is claiming that the production Genesis Coupe is the most affordable 300+ horsepower car on the market. The final horsepower ratings will be in the 310 to 320 range. The car has a redline of 6,500 rpm.
The car's center stack features a large LCD screen, while the gauge cluster has a futuristic, two-pod design. The Genesis Coupe will have a 2+2 setup, with cup holders separating the rear buckets. Despite only having two doors, rear seat legroom looks surprisingly ample.
Every 2010 Hyundai Genesis coupe should come with antilock disc brakes, traction control, and curtain side airbags. The four-cylinder base model will probably roll on standard 17-inch wheels. The V6 version is likely to come with 18s, plus a limited-slip differential and maybe stability control. Options for both models should include a navigation system, an upscale leather interior, and perhaps 19-inch wheels with low-profile performance tires.
