Genesis Coupe Thread

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^ The upcoming Gen-Coupe deserves a V8 this time, simply because it tries to be an upmarket '6-Series/E-Class' alternative. The V6 alone just simply won't cut it as V6 coupes tend to be a more agile alternative option (ie. 2-Series/Nissan Z/etc.).

-> I feel really bad that the 2.0T ver.2 wasn't utilized too much (similar to Honda's K24 Turbo)...but since the Gen-Coupe is moving WAY upmarket, maybe there is a chance of a RWD-Next-Tiburon on the horizon?
 
The rumours I've been hearing from official representatives so far is that Hyundai's planning an upscale GT car, closely based on the Vision G concept. That is the car that will have AWD and up to 480hp.

The Genesis Coupe on the other hand will remain a relatively affordable alternative to the 370Z/American muscle. It will stay RWD only and will re-use the 3.8L V6, as well as bring back the 2.0T

Nothing is official yet though so don't quote me on this.:lol:
 
I don't want AWD to be on this car to be honest.
 
You know, this newer Genesis Coupe does have that sort of Infiniti look and feel up front. I think they should have retained the rear-wheel drive layout, but I am not really sad the next Genesis Coupe will have all-wheel drive. The style of that car suggests an aggressive front-engine car with rear-wheel drive.

Hyundai has come a very long way, eh? I want to imagine what kind of high-end GT car Hyundai is conceiving if they are thinking of a bigger car in the future.
 
The Vanishing Boy
-> I feel really bad that the 2.0T ver.2 wasn't utilized too much (similar to Honda's K24 Turbo)...but since the Gen-Coupe is moving WAY upmarket, maybe there is a chance of a RWD-Next-Tiburon on the horizon?
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I'd think the Kia GT4 Stinger would be where they would go for an affordable performance coupe, while moving the Genesis upmarket. That'd make a hell of a lot more sense to me.
 
http://www.carscoops.com/2015/10/hyundai-genesis-mule-spotted-with-33.html

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I miss the 2.0T Genesis. I really don't like 6-cylinder cars.
 
xNEVER-ONEx
And why is that? I'm genuinely curious as the Genesis Coupe is one of the cars I'm looking at to get.
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I just wouldn't want to own anything with more than 4 cylinders. Mostly because I'm lazy and broke, and anything with more than 4 cylinders usually means working under the hood takes longer and costs more.
 
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You can't put a Genesis motor in the Scoupe, but you can put a '96-'01 Tiburon 2.0 in it pretty painlessly. Go from 90 hp to 140.

Here's a cool comparison with the Scoupe. Fast forward to 4:32

 
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I was half-joking with the previous post, but thanks for your input. I didn't know you could even do that with a Tiburon engine. I'm just happy that Hyundai has finally gained the trust from consumers that they deserved.
 
HatchbackFlak
I was half-joking with the previous post, but thanks for your input. I didn't know you could even do that with a Tiburon engine. I'm just happy that Hyundai has finally gained the trust from consumers that they deserved.
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My girlfriend bought a 2013 Accent GS hatchback 6-speed manual brand new and it has 40k on it now. I've done 9 oil changes on it, and installed an Injen cold-air intake. It's a great car. Lightweight, less than 2,500 lbs, has 140 hp from a 1.6 and it has never gotten less than 30 mpg. Hyundai will eventually surpass Honda, at least that's what I believe.

I learned how to drive manual back in 2002 on a Hyundai Accent actually now that I think about it. It wasn't mine.
 
Grandea GTR
For some reason, I find 3.3 to be an odd displacement for a V6.
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I believe Hyundai's the only ones that have produced one, other than Toyota for a year or two there between the 3.0L and 3.5L.

MidFieldMaven
I just wouldn't want to own anything with more than 4 cylinders. Mostly because I'm lazy and broke, and anything with more than 4 cylinders usually means working under the hood takes longer and costs more.
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...so you'd prefer a modern turbo?! :lol:
 
I bought a 2013 2.0T Premium Gen Coupe, and honestly, each of these changes that drastically change the Gen Coupes, like discontinuing the V4, and now maybe AWD really make me feel special that the car I have now can't be bought new on the open market today, and it gives me hope that my car will retain its value over time.

With that said, I do think it's a mistake to go for AWD, because half of the fun of this car, in my opinion, is getting the rear end out sometimes. With the turbo it's really easy to do it, and really easy to hold it. With AWD, it won't be possible anymore, which may kill the sales of this car. For a way more powerful car, AWD makes sense, as then you really need the front-end pull to ensure safety of drivers who may not know what to do when the back kicks out.

I trust Hyundai will make the right decision, as they have so far. I wouldn't trade my Gen Coupe for anything.
 
SlipZtrEm
...so you'd prefer a modern turbo?! :lol:
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I prefer naturally aspirated 4-cylinders over anything else for daily use, but yeah I'd prefer a turbo-4 over a naturally aspirated 6-cylinder.

As for the Genesis, it is way too heavy already to even think it would be wise to go AWD and gain another 200 lbs. Mitsubishi already tried that with the GTO/3000GT and it wasn't that great.
 
Chrisw265
I bought a 2013 2.0T Premium Gen Coupe, and honestly, each of these changes that drastically change the Gen Coupes, like discontinuing the V4, and now maybe AWD really make me feel special that the car I have now can't be bought new on the open market today, and it gives me hope that my car will retain its value over time.

With that said, I do think it's a mistake to go for AWD, because half of the fun of this car, in my opinion, is getting the rear end out sometimes. With the turbo it's really easy to do it, and really easy to hold it. With AWD, it won't be possible anymore, which may kill the sales of this car. For a way more powerful car, AWD makes sense, as then you really need the front-end pull to ensure safety of drivers who may not know what to do when the back kicks out.

I trust Hyundai will make the right decision, as they have so far. I wouldn't trade my Gen Coupe for anything.
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*I-4. ;)

Also, we don't know if this AWD will be standard or not. I bet it's just an option for those that want it.
 
Grandea GTR
For some reason, I find 3.3 to be an odd displacement for a V6.
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SlipZtrEm
I believe Hyundai's the only ones that have produced one, other than Toyota for a year or two there between the 3.0L and 3.5L.
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It's actually not that unusual, even in recent history. GM stuck a 3.3L V6 in various early 90s N-Body and A-Body cars. Chrysler had one all the way from the early 90s through the 00s and stuck it in the minivans and large sedans. Toyota built one and stuck it in Camrys, Sienna's and a few Lexuses (RX330, ES330, etc.). Nissan built one and used it in their light trucks and SUVs.
 
Thought we knew about this?

Edit: Yeah, post 427 made by myself. :p
 
So HTRAC is their thing?

Meh, better than 4matic I guess.

Also, G70?

So, Genesis G70 N?
 
SlipZtrEm
I believe Hyundai's the only ones that have produced one, other than Toyota for a year or two there between the 3.0L and 3.5L.



...so you'd prefer a modern turbo?! :lol:
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Chrysler, Nissan, Chevy (GM)
 
MidFieldMaven
I just wouldn't want to own anything with more than 4 cylinders. Mostly because I'm lazy and broke, and anything with more than 4 cylinders usually means working under the hood takes longer and costs more.
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Never had this problem, and I've owned four, six and eight. Changing an oil filter, air filter, and so on took no longer from one to the other...except the Tacoma I had, stupid oil filter was on the top of the engine..

As for the current news on this, is there a full line up for what will be released under the Genesis flagship? I mean this is the one car from them that I was most keen for, but the big giant 7 series/A8 sized sedan is the G90 (?) and this is the G70 which should be significantly smaller...so is there nothing between, or is this still unknown?
 
MidFieldMaven
I miss the 2.0T Genesis. I really don't like 6-cylinder cars.
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Eww.

MidFieldMaven
I just wouldn't want to own anything with more than 4 cylinders. Mostly because I'm lazy and broke, and anything with more than 4 cylinders usually means working under the hood takes longer and costs more.
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Actually, it doesn't. Especially not that 2.0T, the only engine Hyundai used that doesn't share parts with anything else.

MidFieldMaven
My girlfriend bought a 2013 Accent GS hatchback 6-speed manual brand new and it has 40k on it now. I've done 9 oil changes on it, and installed an Injen cold-air intake.
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So, broke and lazy but you install a CAI on a Hyundai Accent? :lol: That's comedy.

Hyundai's NA 4-bangers are like little farmer engines. Briggs and Stratton, lol.
 
My gf had a Mitsubishi Eclipse GT Spyder V6 and just changing out the spark plugs was a huge PITA that I never had the misfortune of experiencing in any 4cyl. I stand by my opinion that 6+ cylinders are not as mechanic-friendly as 4cyl's. Fewer cylinders = less time and money spent on maintenance/repair.
 
MidFieldMaven
My gf had a Mitsubishi Eclipse GT Spyder V6 and just changing out the spark plugs was a huge PITA that I never had the misfortune of experiencing in any 4cyl. I stand by my opinion that 6+ cylinders are not as mechanic-friendly as 4cyl's. Fewer cylinders = less time and money spent on maintenance/repair.
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I'm pretty sure that particular engine was **** in general.

Was it the last gen of Eclipse?
 
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