Hyundai: Genesis News
08-06-2008, 09:10 PM
#1401
Punk Rocker
Got to drive a Genesis today. Really cool salesman. Anyway, the car was very nice. It was the V6 with no nav, but it was quiet as can be; perfect for an older guy who just wants a luxurious ride with no noise. The V6 is fairly brisk but nothing to write home about. It is very smooth and has decent power but not neck-snapping or anything. The interior of this thing is fairly impressive (though I don't like the blue screen of the radio; looks a little cheap). Hopefully the nav will fix that up. The car had a pretty trick rear window shade that retracts when put into reverse. The leather dash was a nice touch but there was some cheap plastic on the center console (but no worse than the cheap plastic on my G37). All in all I'd say it was a very nice car for someone in the market for a lixo-boat. Not my cup of tea, but enough to make Lexus nervous, I think. You guys should check it out. Hyundai is on the move....
08-06-2008, 09:15 PM
#1402
Punk Rocker
Originally Posted by Pure Adrenaline
The inline 4 engine is based on the world engine architecture produced by Global Engine Manufacturing Alliance. GEMA is a joint venture among Hyundai, Mitsubishi and Chrysler.
If you want to put down insane power, go for the I-4. If you want a daily driver that can get you moving quicker stock-to-stock, then get the V6. Our V6s are very solid. The 3.8L V6 is already powering the Veracruz, Entourage, Azera and of course, the Genesis sedan. I've driven all four, some more than others, and they are silky smooth with very good power. In fact, they have been reviewed as "I thought this was a Toyota engine." "Even better than Toyota engines." by renowned car magazines.
As car enthusiasts here, it just depends on what you are looking for. If you plan to modify to the stratosphere, then I really would say go for the I-4. Though it has less power in stock trim, the potential is higher, because it will have a much bigger aftermarket support base. The V6, while very good, is currently lacking aftermarket support and upon launch of the car, I think aftermarket companies will be focusing more on the I-4, anyway.
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If you want to put down insane power, go for the I-4. If you want a daily driver that can get you moving quicker stock-to-stock, then get the V6. Our V6s are very solid. The 3.8L V6 is already powering the Veracruz, Entourage, Azera and of course, the Genesis sedan. I've driven all four, some more than others, and they are silky smooth with very good power. In fact, they have been reviewed as "I thought this was a Toyota engine." "Even better than Toyota engines." by renowned car magazines.
As car enthusiasts here, it just depends on what you are looking for. If you plan to modify to the stratosphere, then I really would say go for the I-4. Though it has less power in stock trim, the potential is higher, because it will have a much bigger aftermarket support base. The V6, while very good, is currently lacking aftermarket support and upon launch of the car, I think aftermarket companies will be focusing more on the I-4, anyway.
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08-08-2008, 12:51 PM
#1405
The sizzle in the Steak
Originally Posted by chungkopi
i wish they used dark grey or black instead of silver for instrument panel.
It all looks pretty good except for the acres of silver plastic 
08-08-2008, 12:53 PM
#1406
hail to the victors
08-08-2008, 12:54 PM
#1407
hail to the victors
Originally Posted by Moog-Type-S
It all looks pretty good except for the acres of silver plastic exactly. i don't mind the layout, but that silver needs to go.
08-08-2008, 01:18 PM
#1410
I drive a Subata.
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Originally Posted by chungkopi
08-08-2008, 01:26 PM
#1411
The sizzle in the Steak
More pics of the rear please. 
Less pics of the front please
Less pics of the front please
08-08-2008, 01:36 PM
#1412
I drive a Subata.
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^ haha agreed. the front looks a little..... hmm..
08-08-2008, 01:51 PM
#1413
hail to the victors
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...hotopanel..1.*
review on v6 by edmunds. it's quieter than prius.
genesis = lexus
review on v6 by edmunds. it's quieter than prius.
genesis = lexus
08-08-2008, 02:45 PM
#1414
dude read the title of the thread
08-08-2008, 02:52 PM
#1415
I drive a Subata.
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Originally Posted by chungkopi
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...hotopanel..1.*
review on v6 by edmunds. it's quieter than prius.
genesis = lexus
review on v6 by edmunds. it's quieter than prius.
genesis = lexus
08-08-2008, 03:13 PM
#1416
Safety Car
As much as I was sick of msl82's comments, you bashing on him is going about the same spot. So cut it. We haven't seen his post for a while now.
Back on topic.
Back on topic.
08-08-2008, 11:40 PM
#1417
That was uncalled for...
I did this photoshop at work today (slow day)... If the headlights came out like this, the car would be perfect in every way. After I did it, I noticed that the headlights kind of resemble the Sedan headlights...
08-09-2008, 12:34 PM
#1418
hail to the victors
Originally Posted by JS + TL
These are the types of statement that msl82 always post.
I hate lexus..
i wish it was more like bmw..
but hyundai decided to go lexus route. many say it's somewhere between infiniti and lexus, but just read that post. it's a quiet car. basically v8will feel more like ls460. which isn't bad, but i wonder if it is fun to drive.
still a great looking car though. there are 5 of them on the lot in local dealer. i'm gonna test drive it soon.
08-09-2008, 04:03 PM
#1419
Originally Posted by yohan81718
As much as I was sick of msl82's comments, you bashing on him is going about the same spot. So cut it. We haven't seen his post for a while now.
Back on topic.
Back on topic.
And besides, this thing comes closer to being a true flagship sedan than anything that Acura's thrown out to the market in its 20+ years history.
08-09-2008, 06:52 PM
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Originally Posted by chungkopi
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...hotopanel..1.*
review on v6 by edmunds. it's quieter than prius.
genesis = lexus
review on v6 by edmunds. it's quieter than prius.
genesis = lexus
LOL!!!
08-09-2008, 08:24 PM
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Originally Posted by dom
I could be wrong, but I think Manual Transmission drives an IS350.
Manual, can you confirm?
Manual, can you confirm?
My local Lexus dealer got me out of my Acura TL lease by purchasing my car. And got me the IS350.
Originally Posted by vishnus11
No, I think he drives a Lexus IS350.
Manual, can you confirm?
Manual, can you confirm?
Originally Posted by I Go To Costco
^^^
Is it a manual transmission Lexus IS350?
Is it a manual transmission Lexus IS350?
Originally Posted by Moog-Type-S
Wait....a member here bought an IS350? 
Do tell.
Do tell.
I love it man..... The car is gorgeous inside and out. I love the precision and build quality on this thing. I have done some WOT and it pulls like crazy. Been waxing and conditioning my leather every other week. It's a Sport Package so it comes with Sport Tuned suspension, 18" set of wheels, and have NAVI. It's got headlight washers and cooled front seats.
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08-09-2008, 08:25 PM
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Originally Posted by elessar
Who's this Manuel guy? 
And what's he driving these days?
And what's he driving these days?
It's my car. I didn't lease it this time, like I did with Acura TL '06 6MT. LOLz.
08-10-2008, 01:58 AM
#1423
I drive a Subata.
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Originally Posted by yohan81718
As much as I was sick of msl82's comments, you bashing on him is going about the same spot. So cut it. We haven't seen his post for a while now.
Back on topic.
Back on topic.
Back on topic.
08-11-2008, 08:53 AM
#1424
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Originally Posted by Manual Transmission
Yes, I drive my Lexus IS350 Sport. It's an '08 model, got it in 5/29/2008.
My local Lexus dealer got me out of my Acura TL lease by purchasing my car. And got me the IS350.
My local Lexus dealer got me out of my Acura TL lease by purchasing my car. And got me the IS350.
Should have used the red text.
08-11-2008, 01:34 PM
#1425
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08-11-2008, 01:46 PM
#1426
I drive a Subata.
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Nice performance numbers indeed.
08-11-2008, 02:11 PM
#1429
I drive a Subata.
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^ 
He looks pretty uncomfortable.
He looks pretty uncomfortable.
08-11-2008, 02:15 PM
#1431
I drive a Subata.
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^ yeah, isn't 750i around $80k?
08-11-2008, 02:30 PM
#1433
Suzuka Master
Very impressive. I might be in the minority but I prefer the sedan to the coupe.
08-11-2008, 02:32 PM
#1434
I drive a Subata.
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I prefer the sedan as well. Looks better.
08-11-2008, 02:37 PM
#1435
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I saw the sedan this past weekend. The car doesn't look that gigantic like everybody's saying. If I was in a market for a new car, I'd definitely be interested in Genesis.
08-11-2008, 02:41 PM
#1436
I drive a Subata.
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^ True. It's not that big in person. Still, it is extremely roomy inside.
08-11-2008, 05:53 PM
#1437
Originally Posted by yohan81718
I saw the sedan this past weekend. The car doesn't look that gigantic like everybody's saying. If I was in a market for a new car, I'd definitely be interested in Genesis.
FWIW, the Sonata doesn't look like the biggest car in it's class either (full-size, along w/ the new Accord), but is is.
08-11-2008, 06:11 PM
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i got to see one in person Saturday at Nightshift Pomona.
here is a picture i took of it.
here is a picture i took of it.
08-11-2008, 06:26 PM
#1440
The sizzle in the Steak
Originally Posted by nokiaman
Very impressive. I might be in the minority but I prefer the sedan to the coupe.