Hyundai Genesis Coupe
| Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor Company |
| Production | 2008–2016 |
| Assembly | Ulsan, South Korea |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Sports Car |
| Body style | 2+2 coupe |
| Layout | FR layout |
| Platform | BK platform code |
| Related |
Hyundai Genesis RON 86 |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.0L Turbo Theta I4: 210 hp (160 kW) (2009–12) 2.0L Turbo Theta I4: 274 hp (204 kW)(2013–14) 3.8L Lambda V6: 306 hp (228 kW) (2009–15) 3.8L Lambda V6: 348 hp (260 kW) (2013–) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual 5-speed automatic (2009–12 2.0T only) 6-speed ZF 6HP19 automatic (2009–12 3.8 only) 8-speed automatic (2013– ) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm (111.0 in) |
| Length | 4,630 mm (182.3 in) |
| Width | 1,865 mm (73.4 in) |
| Height | 1,380 mm (54.3 in) (2009–12) 1,385 mm (54.5 in) (2013– ) |
| Curb weight | 1,494–1,525 kg (3,294–3,362 lb) (2.0T) 1,537–1,639 kg (3,389–3,613 lb) (3.8) |
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."
With the launch of Genesis Motors as a standalone luxury brand, the Hyundai Genesis Coupe will remain branded as a Hyundai. However, it is expected to receive a new name for the next generation to avoid confusion with the luxury brand.
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.
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