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2012 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 R-Spec

Korean Luxury Gets A Little Sharper 2012 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 R-Spec - Click above for high-res image gallery Hyundai isn't interested in knocking shields with the likes of the BMW M guard, the Audi S line or even the Mercedes-Benz AMG legion with its 2012 Genesis 5.0 R-Spec. Instead, the newest addition to the Genesis line is out to offer buyers an extra helping of power and slightly sharper dynamics without all the motorsports pretense of its haughty German rivals. With 23 straight months of sales increases and 29,122 units sold last year, there doesn't seem to be much of an argument ... Read More

Vital Stats

Engine:
5.0L V8
Power:
429 HP / 376 LB-FT
Transmission:
8-Speed Auto
MSRP:
$46,500 base
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