Watch out Lexus... Here comes Hyundai...(Genesis concept images released - Page 2)
03-23-07 | 07:56 PM
#17
(Gag...I grow tired of swoopy streamline type lines only to find they are substantially fattened up in production. 
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03-24-07 | 06:16 AM
#19
If you're hit by a car it's gonna suck regardless. How 'bout we train rigorously our drivers? I know my driving school was a complete joke. But I've learned to not be a douche on the road.
03-24-07 | 08:43 AM
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Like Brickhead mentioned, it would be very impressive if Hyundai could match the quality and reliability of Lexus.. I suppose it's not impossible but Imagine?! Lexus has not only come a LONG way in a SHORT time it's become the leader in many ways. I would be incredibly surprised if Hyundai matched Lexus any time soon. Then again, why should I be? The South Korean company is no joke...
03-27-07 | 08:06 AM
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Looks like the concept will be unveiled at the NY Auto Show.
This looks like a good bargain and could definitely spell a lot of
trouble for Lexus and especially Acura.
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...hotopanel..1.*
This looks like a good bargain and could definitely spell a lot of
trouble for Lexus and especially Acura.
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...hotopanel..1.*
03-27-07 | 09:28 AM
#23
It'll take Hyundai time to build up a good luxury reputation. They have it quite bad as Kia/Hyundai has always had the stipulation that they have poor build quality. But hey look at where Toyota is now. More competition the better.
03-27-07 | 09:29 AM
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Apparently, Hyundai just lifted an embargo on the first round of images of its Genesis concept, due to be unveiled at next month's New York Auto Show.
Although labeled as a "concept," Hyundai's heads are already speaking as if the Genesis has been green-lit for production, saying that the all new, rear-wheel-drive sedan will look very much like the concept and will carry a price tag "well under $30,000."
What badge will appear on the trunk lid when it hits dealerships in 2008 is up in the air, but according to The Car Connection, several details seem to be decided on. First, a new "Tau" V8, producing over 300 HP, will find its way under the hood, giving the RWD sedan a 53:47 weight distribution and propelling it to 60 in less than six seconds. The automaker made overtures that the new powertrain may come in different displacements, possibly sporting a 3.6-liter V6, and could even be produced with some form of forced induction. Hybrid versions seem to be on the table as well.
As for features, expect the Genesis to come with HID headlamps, nav, active cruise control, HD radio, Bluetooth, stability control and side airbags; the last two being designed into the concept. All those features allow Hyundai to set its sights squarely on much higher priced German metal, and that's exactly what they've intended.
Although labeled as a "concept," Hyundai's heads are already speaking as if the Genesis has been green-lit for production, saying that the all new, rear-wheel-drive sedan will look very much like the concept and will carry a price tag "well under $30,000."
What badge will appear on the trunk lid when it hits dealerships in 2008 is up in the air, but according to The Car Connection, several details seem to be decided on. First, a new "Tau" V8, producing over 300 HP, will find its way under the hood, giving the RWD sedan a 53:47 weight distribution and propelling it to 60 in less than six seconds. The automaker made overtures that the new powertrain may come in different displacements, possibly sporting a 3.6-liter V6, and could even be produced with some form of forced induction. Hybrid versions seem to be on the table as well.
As for features, expect the Genesis to come with HID headlamps, nav, active cruise control, HD radio, Bluetooth, stability control and side airbags; the last two being designed into the concept. All those features allow Hyundai to set its sights squarely on much higher priced German metal, and that's exactly what they've intended.
03-27-07 | 10:15 AM
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Great find.
Reminds me of the G35 sedan with LS 460 exhaust pipes. Design it nothing near groudbreaking, I was hoping for me.
If anyone should worry, its Acura. This not only has a V-8 but it is RWD. The funny thing is I don't think it would hurt TL sales but be another car killing the RL.
Reminds me of the G35 sedan with LS 460 exhaust pipes. Design it nothing near groudbreaking, I was hoping for me.
If anyone should worry, its Acura. This not only has a V-8 but it is RWD. The funny thing is I don't think it would hurt TL sales but be another car killing the RL.
03-27-07 | 10:26 AM
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Pretty nice looking car. I'm not liking that rear quarter window shape..so over used the past generation of cars. Needs a bit more angle like the 3-GS has.
I'm surprised one hasn't been seen in camo in So. Cal.
I'm surprised one hasn't been seen in camo in So. Cal.
03-27-07 | 10:34 AM
#28
Oh no not the mazda/camry grill
Of all the thing to steal
So much mish mash of every car out there, 750 ***, ls exhaust, tl front, gs lower chrome trim, infiniti rims...
Those pictures look pretty good though
If hyundai pulls it off, that also means more competition for acura and infiniti.
Of all the thing to steal So much mish mash of every car out there, 750 ***, ls exhaust, tl front, gs lower chrome trim, infiniti rims...
Those pictures look pretty good though
If hyundai pulls it off, that also means more competition for acura and infiniti.
03-27-07 | 10:51 AM
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Nothing is really "ground breaking" when it comes to Hyundai. But what consumers can now expect are quality automobiles, much different from the Hyundai of 20 years ago.