rudypoochris Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 Just watching the Superbowl out of the corner of my ear... I hear about a 375HP Hyundai "Genesis" coming in Summer 2008. 375HP!?!?!? Wow. It is a 4.6L V8 with variable valve goodies too - 6 speed ZF Transmission (probably automatic only). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tombarace14 Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 Yes it will be auto only. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete84 Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 "More room than a 7 series, cost of a C class." Wonder how good it'll be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJLamberson Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 how much whp would that be? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TeamNissan Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 I read they are going to put out a coupe too so don't count out a manual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TeamNissan Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 how much whp would that be? I think thats impossible to say or guess but 15%manual/17%auto drive line loss seems to be the standard average. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJLamberson Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 I think thats impossible to say or guess but 15%manual/17%auto drive line loss seems to be the standard average. learn something new everyday... well night, er, very early in the morning Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m4xwellmurd3r Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 found an article http://www.autoblog.com/2007/12/04/hyundai-releases-more-details-about-genesis-including-logo/ At the pinnacle of the Genesis motoring experience is the all-new Tau V-8 engine which will deliver 375 horsepower to the rear wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission. Hyundai's silk-smooth V-6 Lambda engines will also be offered in 3.3- and 3.8-liter editions. Hyundai pledges excellence at every step of the Genesis ownership experience from purchase to delivery and after-sales service.Yeah, that's freaking insane. and some info on the coupe via Wikipedia The Genesis Coupe will have two available engines, the base model engine will be a 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder producing 220 hp and 218 ft*lbs torque[10] with an optional 3.8L Lambda Azera engine modified to produce in excess of 300 hp and 250ft*lbs torque [11]. Transmissions will be either a 6 speed automatic or 6 speed manual. Its wheelbase will be 111 inches, with an overall length of 183.7", width of 74.9", height of 54.5". It will have a Limited slip differential for improved handling. Brakes will be twin piston Brembo, with 13.4" rotors in the front and 13" in the rear. Wheels will be 20" five-spoke wrapped in Dunlop 255/35 tires in front and 275/35 in the rear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TeamNissan Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 This is from Wiki.... "The Tau is Hyundai Motor Company's newest V8 engine, replacing the Omega. It is reported to deliver an estimated 375 horsepower (280 kW) and 326 ft·lbf (442 N·m) of torque -- on premium unleaded fuel -- at 4.6 L (280.7 cu in). News reports also suggest the engine might be produced in 5.0 L (305.1 cu in) and 5.5 L (335.6 cu in), with superchargers added to the latter engine." If the 4.6 is putting down those kinds of numbers I really can't wait to see what numbers the 5.5SC is going to pull. Its a hyundai too, I don't think we will have to wait too long before these engines start showing up at quite reasonable prices esp compared to existing engine choices with the same base output. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsommer Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 Wait til they hit the used car lots, I just don't believe that Hyundai can hold resale value like an ahem C class, Accord or Camry. But 375HP is some thing to be reckoned with!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bschiltz Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 I read about the Genesis over the summer and Hyundai is really pulling out all the stops for this one. Their goal is to compete with Mercedes-Benz and other luxury car makes. I looks really nice and 375HP is no small claim but I don't know if people will be willing to give up the name of a Mercedes or Jag or whatever to save a couple thousand. I think it is going to open up the luxury sedan to a whole new market. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike kZ Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 The coupe looks cool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bschiltz Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 Nice! G35 killer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tombarace14 Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 What im hearing from my Hyundai DPSM is the coupe will be very very close looking to the concept. But the coupe will not get a V8, and the sedan will only be an Automatic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dig280z Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 Not bad for a hyundai Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffer949 Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 the coupe is also supposed to be priced into the low 20k's ive heard... should be a nice car. if the 2.0 turbo is the same motor that is in 2001esk body style tiburon its a really stout motor... there are guys getting 400whp out of them on stock bottom ends... my friend has one but its not turbo but its not a bad motor at all. runs really smooth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Globerunner513 Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 Actually, i never thought i'd say this about a hyundai, but it should prove to be the next tuner sensation. Especially the turbo 4cyl coupe. Now that it's RWD, I really am excited to see this thing come to life. I always kind of wished the Tiburon was RWD, and now, more or less...IT IS!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MatMan Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 wow. looks like a bimmer and a lexus had a kid! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woldson Posted February 5, 2008 Share Posted February 5, 2008 WOW! Maby they should have another line like honda (acura) in order to ditch the name hyundi. That is a tough pill for me to swallow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MatMan Posted February 5, 2008 Share Posted February 5, 2008 Good point, I remember when Hyundai first promoted their cars, something like "so cheap, you'll buy two." Turned out they were right! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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