![]() Inside, every Genesis Coupe comes with standard iPod, USB, and aux connections for music (an excellent system,) ABS, Stability and Traction Control, A/C, cruise, keyless entry, power everything, steering wheel controls, auto headlights, Bluetooth, and a new center-mounted information display that shows a clock, instant fuel economy, and torque readings. The steering is tight and responsive, and although the suspension might be a bit rough for regular travelers of bumpy roads, it’s a sacrifice I’m willing to make for its exceptional handling ability. The trunk isn’t huge and has a smallish opening, but big enough for grocery shopping or luggage. The back seats are cramped for adults, but work fine for short trips. The sport seats are comfortable and the side bolsters keep you in place during hard turns. Controls are logically placed and easy to use.Įveryday drivability is not compromised for the sake of sportiness. The interior is just as attractive, with swooping lines and sharp edges creating a modern atmosphere, along with the blue ambient glow of the controls and gauges. The Genesis Coupe’s styling is sexy, with sleek and aggressive lines, and a low, wide stance. The car is powerful, but it feels like it could be even faster, especially at higher RPMs. My only beef with the powertrain is that it seems almost like Hyundai intentionally held it back a little bit. The powertrain is responsive and refined, and the exhaust produces a satisfying growl when you step on it. Our model was paired to a 6-speed automatic gearbox with paddle shifters, but a 6-speed manual is also available.Ī 2.0-liter turbo four is the Coupe’s base engine and produces 211 horsepower. The engine is perfect for the Genesis Coupe, and provides an ideal amount of power for most driving situations. We drove the Genesis Coupe 3.8 Grand Touring model, which comes equipped with a tuned version of Hyundai’s 3.8-liter, 306 horsepower V6 used in some of their other cars. The best choice of the three (in my opinion) is the 2010 Chevy Camaro which is a perfectly reasonable everyday car, but feels heavier and lacks some of the sportiness the Genesis Coupe. The only other similar cars are the recent modern-retro muscle cars from the big three. A great choice among this class, but lacking in everyday functionality if you plan on using it as your primary car. Its closest foe is the fantastic Nissan 370Z a $30,000, RWD, 330 horsepower, two-seater coupe. The Hyundai Genesis Coupe only has a few competitors though. They’re both very good at what they do, and are an excellent choice among their respective segments. To clear up the confusion, the Genesis Coupe and Genesis Sedan have absolutely nothing in common with each other, except that they both ride on a similar RWD platform, and they both seem to have started a new image for Hyundai. The crazy thing is, I think it’s working. Now, with a coupe that shares the Genesis name, Hyundai would like to do the same to the Sport Coupe class. Hyundai, who has always been known for making bland, inexpensive, and purpose-built cars made the automotive world do a double-take last year with their high-value, high-quality, and just plain surprisingly good Genesis Sedan. ![]() “Ahhh, this car is just right,” he said happily, “the handling is tight, it’s light and nimble, fast, and even has two rear seats and a large trunk.” So, he drove the last sports car – a 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe… It’s light, fun, nimble, and powerful.” he said, “but it only has two seats, and I need to drive it every day and carry things around. ![]() So, he drove the second sports car – a 2010 Nissan 370Z. “This car is great,” he exclaimed, “but it’s not nimble enough for me, I want something smaller, lighter and tighter-handling.” He drove the first car, a 2010 Chevy Camaro. Pretty soon, he came upon three sports cars in the dealership and decided to take a look.Ĭhris really liked the three coupes, and decided take them for a test drive. Chris went for a walk to the local car dealer. Once upon a time, there was an Auto Journalist named Chris.
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