It took
years for Hyundai to be taken
seriously by driving enthusiasts, but this is the car that clinched it. The
2015 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is a
rear-wheel-drive sport coupe with plenty of power and style, and it's a great
value, too. If you're a driving enthusiast, we think you'll agree that this Hyundai speaks your language.
Here are five reasons why the Genesis
Coupe is the genuine article.
Bold Looks
What
good is a sport coupe if it doesn't turn heads? The Genesis Coupe has style in
spades, whether you're looking at its aggressive grille, brash alloy wheels or
its distinctive beltline swoop. Forget subtlety. This coupe throws caution to
the wind, and it loves the spotlight. You won't be disappointed unless you want
to blend in.
Burly V6 Power
The Genesis Coupe used to offer a
turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, but now it comes one way: with a big ol'
3.8-liter V6 under the hood that pumps out 348 horsepower. That's a whole lot
of muscle from a naturally aspirated V6. (In comparison, consider
Mercedes-Benz's new twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6, which is rated at 329 hp.)
The Hyundai V6 makes some angry noises when you provoke it, and its passing
power at speed is pretty amazing. This motor's ready to go whenever you are.
Balanced Handling
For
driving dynamics, Hyundai
benchmarked the Infiniti G Coupe, which is based on the Nissan 370Z sports car.
Not surprisingly, the Genesis Coupe is a
real athlete on winding roads. The steering is quick and precise, and you
always feel in control. If you're into drifting, by the way, this is one of the
easiest cars to get sideways, no joke. We told you Hyundai was serious
this time.
Snug Seats
No
matter which Genesis
Coupe you choose, the front seats are going to be snug and sporty. But if you
get the R-Spec or Ultimate model, you'll enjoy sport seats with extended
bolsters, and they're definitely worth the upgrade. This car can generate some
bigtime g-forces, so you'll be glad for that extra lateral support. If you're
going to get a speedy sport coupe, you might as well have some genuine
performance seats to match.
Exceptional Value
A new Genesis Coupe starts well
under $30,000, and it comes standard with cool stuff, including LED running
lights, a smart key, automatic climate control and Bluetooth. The sport-tuned
R-Spec is the jock in the family, while the Ultimate offers leather and
Infinity audio. No matter which way you slice it, the Genesis Coupe is a
remarkable value for the money. Most cars with this much capability would cost
a lot more if you added all those features.
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