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Hyundai Genesis Coupe Wiki
The Hyundai Genesis Coupe 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 sportscoupe, and shares its basic platform with the Hyundai Genesis luxury sedan.
Destined to arrive in United States dealerships by Spring 2009 as a 2010 model,[1], 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 Infiniti G37, at prices more like Mitsubishi Eclipse.” [1] Hyundai has stated the Genesis Coupe is not a successor to the Hyundai Tiburon. [2] Prototype Photos of a heavily camouflaged Genesis Coupe prototype appeared on the internet as early as May 2007, fueling anticipation and speculation.[3] 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 V-8 that Hyundai had developed for the luxury-oriented Genesis.[4] 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.[5] [edit] Concept Genesis Coupe Hyundai revealed the concept version of the Genesis Coupe on November 14th, 2007.[1][6] The unveiling was hosted by John Krafcik (VP of Product Development for Hyundai Motor America) and Joel Piaskowski (Chief Designer for Hyundai's Californian Design Center). The two debunked myths that the new Genesis Coupe would replace the front-drive Tiburon. The actual unveiling was prefaced by a skit (dramatizing the leaked spy-photos) where an orange camouflaged coupe performed a burnout and attempted to elude a motorcycle photographer, demonstrating its sports car capabilities. After the skit, the car was revealed with the help of the motorcycle photographer. The Concept Genesis Coupe was described by Krafcik as "the most emotional, most passionate car from Hyundai ever." Piaskowski explained that the car unveiled was the production version of the coupe, modified to reflect what the tuner crowd may do when they "get a hold of it". The car featured a vented carbon fiber hood, carbon fiber "ground effects" lip kit, carbon fiber fog light surround, carbon fiber roof, a carbon fiber spoiler, and carbon fiber diffuser.   
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[edit] Genesis Coupe
 Genesis Coupė at the 2008 New York International Auto Show 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.[7] [edit] Engine and transmission The Genesis Coupe will have two available engines. The base engine will be a 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder producing 223 hp (166 kW) and 217 ft·lbf (294 N·m) torque[8], with an optional 3.8L Lambda engine producing 312 hp (233 kW) and 266 ft·lbf (361 N·m) torque [8] on premium gas. On regular grade fuel the power outputs will be reduced to 212 hp (158 kW) and 306 hp (228 kW), respectively. Interesting features of the turbocharged 4-cylinder engine include oil injectors under the pistons to keep them cooler.[9] A 6-speed manual transmission will be standard equipment, with an optional 5- or ZF 6-speed automatic (depending on engine choice). [edit] Chassis Optional equipment will include a Torsen Limited slip differential[8] and four-piston Brembo brakes with 13.4" rotors in the front and 13" in the rear. 18" wheels will be standard, while optional 19" wheels using 225/40 tires in the front and 245/40 in the rear will be packaged together with the Brembo brake upgrade.[8] According to Hyundai, the Genesis Coupe has a 24% stiffer bending rigidity than the BMW E46 M3 coupe. [edit] Dimensions  Genesis Coupė at the 2008 NYIAS The car's wheelbase will be 111 inches (2,800 mm), with an overall length of 182.3 inches (4,630 mm), width of 73.4 inches (1,860 mm), and height of 54.3 inches (1,380 mm). The curb weight of the coupe is expected to be 3,402 lb (1,543 kg) for the V6 and 3,303 lb (1,498 kg) for the 4-cylinder.[10] [edit] Price United States M.S.R.P. prices are based on the six different trim levels: - 2.0T Base $22,000 - 2.0T Premium $24,250 - 2.0T Track $26,750 - 3.8 Base $25,000 - 3.8 Grand Touring $27,500 - 3.8 Track $29,500 Korean prices are based on a different set of trim levels. The 2.0T base is 25,360,000 WON (about U.S. $23,000). The "Stylish Pack" (likely the 2.0T Track model in the North American market) has 19-inch rims, a limited slip diff and optional Brembo's for 26,920,000 WON (U.S. $24,500). A 3.8 V6 "Stylish Pack" trim goes for 33,150,000 WON (U.S. $30,100).[11] Hyundai's press release for the Concept Genesis Coupe says that the production 3.8L coupe will be the most affordable 300+ horsepower sports car on the market, although with the release of the Chevrolet Camaro that might not be the case. John Krafcik also commented that "we aim to deliver a driving experience that challenges cars like Infiniti G37, at prices more like Mitsubishi Eclipse."[12] [edit] North American Hyundai released the full specs for the Genesis Coupe on October 30, 2008. There will be 7 models of the Coupe ranging from 4 Turbos and 3 V6's. There will be the Base Turbo, 2.0T Premium, 2.0T Track, 2.0T R-Spec, 3.8 Base, 3.8 Grand Touring, and a 3.8 Track edition. The track and R-Spec versions in the 2.0T will only be 6Spd manual. The gas milage is for the 2.0T is Environmental Protection Agency 30 mpg-US (7.8 L/100 km; 36 mpg-imp) highway, and a EPA rating of 25 mpg-US (9.4 L/100 km; 30 mpg-imp) for the 3.8. Also while the Genesis Coupe that is released in North American will look the same as the Korean version, the suspension, engine and drivetrain setup will be different. [13]
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[edit] 2.0T
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The Hyundai Genesis Coupe is set to race 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 550-hp race car on those events.[20] Source: Hyundai Genesis Coupe - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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