Filed under: LA Auto Show, Spy Photos, Coupes, Sports/GTs, Hyundai
Hyundai Coupe fully undisguised!
by Frank Filipponio on Nov 8th 2007 at 11:10AM 
click above image to view more pics of the 2009 Hyundai BK Coupe
New Tiburon Forum member anthony718 just posted some pics of the new Hyundai Coupe totally undisguised. Saying he got the pics from "a friend," he details how the photos came from a market research event back in June. According to the info given, the Coupe would have two engine options, a 2.0L turbo with 215HP and 217 ft-lbs of torque, or a 3.8LV6 with 300HP and 280 ft-lbs. Prices were given as $19,900 for the 4 or $25,900 for the V6. While we have good reason to believe there will be a genuine V8 in the engine bay when we see the car in LA next week, this event was held back in June and changes could have been made since that time.
Hyundai is pitching this new Genesis Coupe as a Mustang fighter, so it's no surprise to see the Coupe sitting next to the Ford in these photos. We've discussed this 2009 model Hyundai quite a bit and now that we have some clear pics, it really looks like it's been worth the wait. Attractive in an Accord or G37 Coupe kind of way, the RWD Korean should make a splash in the sports/GT market when it reaches dealers next year. The looks and specs seem to indicate a worthy competitor, with rumored features like iPod integration in the center console, Bluetooth with the stock head deck, a sunroof, limited slip and possibly even a Brembo brake upgrade. We'll have more details about the car after we see it at the LA Auto Show, but for now, check out the best pics in our gallery below.
Thanks for the tip, Jose!
[Source: New Tiburon Forum]
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 7)
nissanfreak87 11:16AM (11/08/2007)
It's a good looking car, and it sounds pretty fun, but what the heck is up with the dip in the rear window?
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Jason 2:48PM (11/08/2007)
They had to differentiate from the Accord Coupe greenhouse somehow...minus the dip this car looks better than the Accord Coupe, notably in the front end.
naggs 2:25PM (11/08/2007)
for visability
if the line that made the top of the door continued all the way back, the blind spot would be rediculous. looking over your shoulder would do little to help, espically on the passenger side.
function over form
nissanfreak87 2:40PM (11/08/2007)
I'd have lowered the front window to be in line with it then, that little bulge looks out of place and ruins the design for me.
Reality Check 10:09PM (11/08/2007)
I agree 100 percent the dip is a real dip. That will be a very popular car for young adults with the turbo. I wish GM would start using the 4 cyl turbo with 260hp in more of their cars.....
Ken 11:16AM (11/08/2007)
RWD turbo I4 with a manual and a great warranty.
Todd, come burn my Camry please.
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Todd 2:14PM (11/08/2007)
Sure just give me your address.
stefan 11:19AM (11/08/2007)
Its ugly and when will the korean's stop copying. Nissan silvia s15 side, G37 rear and altima coupe roof.
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Menice 11:24AM (11/08/2007)
yea, and its got tires like a toyota. omg!
the meev 5:06PM (11/08/2007)
you are retarded... this car would have been designed before the altima coupe was shown to the public.
naggs 1:57PM (11/08/2007)
im very excited about this car, its not the styling home run i was hoping for but the turbo 4 version sounds awesome
jsjs 2:01PM (11/08/2007)
When will Nissan/Infiniti stop copying BMW's roofline/greenhouse?
500 10:35PM (11/08/2007)
Naggs you were expecting a styling home run from Hyundai?
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Nope.
Does look interesting though.
naggs 2:00AM (11/09/2007)
hoping is not expecting...
Menice 11:20AM (11/08/2007)
Flipping sweet... it's good looking.
i was getting worried there for a while.
i'll take mine in black please..
NT.COM rules!!!!
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weahman 9:14PM (11/08/2007)
it looks like crap
riggs 2:14PM (11/08/2007)
if crap looks this good im heading to the bathroom right now..
Lucas 11:22AM (11/08/2007)
Nice evolution Hyundai.
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Carlos 11:25AM (11/08/2007)
That is the only Hyudai I will ever test drive. I'm looking forward to it, if it's any good, I will buy it and explore it's potential.
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Mike 12:01PM (11/08/2007)
I'd test drive anything, buying is a different story.