Hyundai has confirmed that it is killing off the
Genesis Coupe after the 2016 model year. A replacement for the coupe is expected to come after 2017, but it will fit into the automaker’s luxury sub-brand,
Genesis.
“In regards to the Genesis Coupe, 2016 will in fact be the last model year for this popular, rear-drive sporty coupe,” Christine Henley, Product PR Manager for Hyundai, told
Autoblog. The vehicle is being replaced by something that fits better into the new Genesis brand’s lineup. “A new, more sophisticated and luxurious coupe appropriate for the new Genesis brand is currently under development.”
Previous rumors surmised that the coupe will get a 3.3-liter turbocharged engine, an eight-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel-drive. Inspiration for the upcoming coupe could come from the Hyundai HND-9 Sports Coupe Concept that
was revealed a few years ago.
Currently, Genesis offers the 2017
G80 midsize sedan and flagship
G90 sedan. A luxurious, sporty coupe would fit perfectly in between these two vehicles to compete with more established luxury coupe players, as well as newer competitors like the
Lexus RC and upcoming
Infiniti Q60.
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