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SEMA 2009: Production Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0T R-Spec slips into SEMA

If someone hadn't reread the Hyundai press release, we might have totally missed seeing the Genesis Coupe 2.0T R-Spec. Compared to the RM460 and other tuned Coupes in the booth, the R-Spec just didn't sparkle enough for us to pursue it. And perhaps that's the point. The 2.0T R-Spec launches a tuner-friendly line of Hyundai automobiles that have all of the best performance bits without some of the frills that add weight and expense. We saw the car previewed at the Chicago Auto Show back in February, but fittingly, this was the official ... Read more →

SEMA Preview: RM460 Genesis Coupe with 500-hp mid-engine V8 gets rendered John Neff

We've been keeping tabs on Rhys Millen Racing and their construction of a V8-powered, mid-engine Hyundai Genesis Coupe for the last few weeks. Called the RM460 Genesis Coupe, this car will make ...

SEMA Preview: Hyundai and GReddy team up for 350-hp Genesis Coupe Drew Phillips

For perhaps the very first time in their history, Hyundai has a vehicle platform worthy of serious performance upgrades to display at the SEMA show. The 2010 Genesis Coupe has gobs of tuning ...

Road Trip Review: 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe with Navigation [w/VIDEO] Sam Abuelsamid

It's been less than a year since the Hyundai Genesis Coupe hit the streets, but the Korean automaker isn't sitting on its hands. Just as it's done in the past, Hyundai is launching a steady stream ...

New images of Rhys Millen's mid-engine V8 RM460 Genesis Coupe Sam Abuelsamid

Last week we first learned about the RM460, the mid-engine V8-powered Hyundai Genesis Coupe that is currently under construction at the shop of Rhys Millen Racing. Millen just a sent us a couple ...

Mid-engine Hyundai Genesis Coupe by Rhys Millen in the works for SEMA 2 months ago on Autoblog

A year ago at the annual SEMA show in Las Vegas, Rhys Millen Racing made a splash with it's Hyundai Genesis coupe concept, and this year the team's back with an even more extreme example. Last year's car retained the front engine, rear drive layout of the production car and its turbocharged ...

Chevy Camaro and Dodge Challenger better than Ford's Mustang? Consumer Reports says 'neigh' 2 months ago on Autoblog

Sorry Transformers fans, but your precious Bumblebee just got his butt whooped. Color us not surprised. Because for anyone that's ever driven the Detroit Three's nouveau muscle cars (and seriously evaluated them), the 2010 Mustang GT is clearly Best of Show material. It's just too refined, too ...

Review: 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0T Track makes more out of less 2 months ago on Autoblog

The 2.0T is the low man on Hyundai's Genesis Coupe totem pole, disappointing the power addled and whooping it up too much for pinkie-waving tea drinkers. However, raw power isn't what this turbo model is all about, and once that's made clear, the coupe becomes a delightful flavor in Hyundai's ...

VIDEO: In-car with Rhys Millen's Hyundai Genesis Coupe at Pikes Peak 3 months ago on Autoblog

The 2009 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is a wild and crazy race where vehicles of all makes and classes traverse the 14,110-foot summit in the fastest possible time. Super drifter Rhys Millen took on the Peak this year with his RWD Hyundai Genesis Coupe, and he set a course record on his ...

EXCLUSIVE: Sneak peek at Hyundai Genesis Coupe's next-gen nav system 5 months ago on Autoblog

When Hyundai's sparkling Genesis Coupe debuted earlier this year, we heard from many of you who were excited about the rear-drive model's performance prospects. More than a few we spoke with, however, expressed disappointment that it did not arrive in showrooms with an optional in-dash ...

Review: 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 Track - but what if you don't have a track? 6 months ago on Autoblog

In the 23 years since Hyundai first entered the U.S. market, the Korean automaker has come a long away. What began as a budget-oriented brand for those who couldn't afford the higher-priced products from Japan has evolved into a credible contender in virtually every segment that it competes. In ...

REPORT: Hyundai CEO Krafcik sees Genesis as a Lexus-like sub-brand 7 months ago on Autoblog

Hyundai may have started off as a value brand devoid of high end transportation, but over the past few years, efforts such as the Azera and Veracruz have demonstrated that Hyundai can elevate its game. This became abundantly evident with the introduction of the the new Genesis sub-brand, which ...

Did another automaker keep Hyundai from being in Fast & Furious? 7 months ago on Autoblog

The fourth Fast & Furious has shot out of the gates with a $72.5 million opening weekend payday. Movie-goers are checking out the new flick for the fast-paced action, the Vin Diesel and the cars, but one vehicle you won't see on the silver screen is the Hyundai Genesis Coupe. The all-new ...

First Drive: 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 7 months ago on Autoblog

Full throttle down the back straight, the speedometer sweeps past 100 mph. The approaching turn is a 90-degree right, but it looks like we can still put more asphalt behind us before letting off the gas. At the last possible moment, we lift and then lean hard on the brakes. Deceleration forces ...

REMINDER: Hyundai Genesis Coupe press intro live streaming webcast at 11am EDT 8 months ago on Autoblog

In just a little bit, Hyundai will be allowing fans and gawkers the rare opportunity to participate in the official press introduction of its new 2010 Genesis Coupe. When new models come to market, automakers typically invite members of the media to some location where they get to listen a ...

Hyundai CEO says early Genesis Coupe sales numbers are "simply smoking" 8 months ago on Autoblog

"Simply smoking." Those are the exact words that John Krafcik, CEO of Hyundai USA, used to describe early sales of the automaker's new Genesis Coupe during a recent interview with Motor Trend. The highly-anticipated two-door is selling better than the Genesis Sedan, which arrived on the market ...

Beyond Redline dissects Hyundai Genesis Coupe's new 2.0T motor 8 months ago on Autoblog

The Hyundai Genesis Coupe is already winning praise from the motoring press, and enthusiasts are itching to get their hands on the RWD Korean 2+2. While some are seeking out the uplevel 300-horsepower, 3.8-liter V6 model, many tuners are itching to get their hands on the entry 2.0T powerplant. ...

Enter the modded Genesis Coupes 8 months ago on Autoblog

As Nissan cancels its Silvia replacement, and the Toyobaru saga stumbles along, Hyundai actually has a hot product on the pavement ready to scoop up import tuners jonesing for a rear-drive plaything. The Genesis Coupe is just arriving in U.S. dealerships, but in Korea, the car's been on the ...

Hyundai Genesis Coupe V6 beats out Infiniti G37 in first comparison test 8 months ago on Autoblog

While we're working on our own shoot-out between the Hyundai Genesis Coupe and a yet-to-be-named contender, the crew at Inside Line put Hyundai's new rear-wheel-drive two-door against one of its strongest opponents: the Infiniti G37. IL's 3.8-liter V6 Genesis Coupe tester came equipped with the ...

Hyundai Genesis Coupe goes on sale early - A few first impressions 8 months ago on Autoblog

The first Genesis Coupe has landed in the driveway of Eager American Buyer Number One before Hyundai has even finished launching the car for the press, which is a slight reversal of things. In other words, the Korean automaker is actually ahead of schedule in launching its latest product. How ...

2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe to start at $22,000 9 months ago on Autoblog

***UPDATE - Live photo gallery of the production Genesis Coupe added*** We've known rough performance numbers on the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe for some time now: 0-60 in under six seconds, up to 30 mpg with the 2.0T, and so on. But one set of key numbers has eluded us until now: price. Hyundai's ...

Hyundai and Red Bull sponsor Rhys Millen Genesis Coupe drift car 9 months ago on Autoblog

Professional drifters will have a new competitor to contend with this year as Hyundai jumps into the mix with Rhys Millen. The Genesis Coupe is still a couple of months from going on sale here in the U.S., but Hyundai is ramping up its promotional efforts. The latest is a sponsorship deal with ...

Coupe Scoop (Scoupe?) - Hyundai's Veloster concept headed for production... and America! 9 months ago on Autoblog

Back at the 2007 Seoul Motor Show, Hyundai somewhat quietly unveiled a slick little coupe concept dubbed Veloster. The chunky, funky two-door then proceeded to make the rounds that show season, including stateside debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Thanks in part to good feedback, there was ...

Smashing idea: Hyundai giving away Superbowl ads soundtrack 9 months ago on Autoblog

How did you like Hyundai's Genesis Coupe ads during the Super Bowl? They rocked, right? With that hard-driving soundtrack from The Smashing Pumpkins, of course they rocked. The song is called "FOL," and it isn't available for purchase anywhere. But you can get it for free just by giving Hyundai ...

VIDEOS: Hyundai Super Bowl commercials featuring Genesis Coupe have arrived 9 months ago on Autoblog

This Sunday, Hyundai will debut five new 30-second spots before and during the Super Bowl featuring the Genesis Sedan, Genesis Coupe and the sultry sounds of Billy Corgan and Jimmy Chamberlin from Smashing Pumpkins. We've already mentioned the Rhys Millen ad dubbed "The Epic Lap," but the four ...

VIDEO: Hyundai Genesis Coupe gets pre-Super Bowl workout 10 months ago on Autoblog

We love the undulating flume of asphalt that is Road Atlanta, and any excuse to lay rubber on its storied curves is usually good enough for us. But Hyundai is going at least one better with its forthcoming Super Bowl ad featuring the new Genesis Coupe. The Korean automaker enlisted the help of ...

VIDEO: RMR Genesis Coupe runs, turns and poses for pictures 1 year ago on Autoblog

Rhys Millen Racing's Hyundai Genesis Coupe enjoyed some time in the spotlight at SEMA, but it's hard to see the potential of the new coupe sitting stationary on the show stand. So RMR brought out the Genesis Coupe to take up space in their pit during the Red Bull Drifting World Championship and ...

SEMA 2008: Rhys Millen's RMR Hyundai Genesis Coupe 1 year ago on Autoblog

Rhys Millen Racing (RMR) took delivery of one turbocharged 2.0-liter Hyundai prototype on August 8th and after 12 weeks of stripping, fabricating and building, created this: the "Art of Speed" Genesis Coupe. The project began with RMR removing all the body panels and creating carbon fiber ...

Hyundai releases Genesis Coupe performance numbers 1 year ago on Autoblog

The Genesis Coupe is being launched in South Korea this week, and we've already heard from CAR regarding their testing of the 310-hp 3.8L V6 model. Hyundai released its own performance numbers for the hotly anticipated RWD coupe, and it also included information for the turbocharged 2.0L base ...

VIDEO: New Hyundai Genesis Coupe commercial from South Korea 1 year ago on Autoblog

When Hyundai publicly unveiled the Genesis Coupe at the New York Auto Show earlier this year, it did so with a barrage of stunt driving and indoor drifts that made us badly want to get behind the wheel. The marketing team over at Hyundai must have picked up on that vibe, because they've ...

Hyundai readies Genesis Coupe spots for Superbowl debut 1 year ago on Autoblog

Last year, many people got their first glimpse of Hyundai's new Genesis luxury sedan as the Giants beat the stuffing out of the Patriots during Superbowl XLII. Pleased with the results of that effort, Hyundai is coming back to the big game, this time with the Genesis Coupe. Outgoing creative agency ...

Rendered Rip Off? Racy Genesis coupe illustration called into question 1 year ago on Autoblog

Yesterday's announcement that Hyundai would be bringing three Genesis coupe concepts to SEMA has been met with some skepticism surrounding the legitimacy of the first rendering Rhys Millen Racing released. John Sibal posted the RMR Genesis coupe illustration on his site today, along with his own ...

Surprise! Hyundai to phase out Tiburon 1 year ago on Autoblog

Click above for a high-res gallery of the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. The news came courtesy of John Krafcik, Hyundai's product development veep, who told Automotive News that the 2008 model year of the Tiburon would be its last. However, that doesn't mean the Tiburon is down for the count. Krafcik is ...

VIDEO: 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe B-roll 1 year ago on Autoblog

Click above to view video Seems people haven't had enough of the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe yet. We gave you all the official details and photos, action shots of both the V6- and turbo-four versions doing burnouts inside the Jacob Javits Center, and finally video of said tire torturing session. ...

New York 2008: Hyundai Genesis coupe, LIVE 1 year ago on Autoblog

Click above for a high-res rubber-burning gallery If there were ever a fail-safe formula for a press conference, Hyundai nailed it. While we're normally forced to endure lengthy tomes about an automaker's past achievements and the blatherings of egomaniacal execs, Hyundai comes out with two Genesis ...

New York 2008: Hyundai Genesis Coupe burning rubber [w/VIDEO] 1 year ago on Autoblog

New York 2008: Hyundai Genesis Coupe doing power slides var digg_url = 'http://digg.com/autos/300_HP_Hyundai_Genesis_Coupe_burns_rubber_in_New_York'; The 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is the new rear-driver that enthusiasts have been waiting for, and the automaker showed the assembled mass of media ...

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