Hyundai Genesis Coupe began to be sold in Korea in 2008, immediately after the official presentation at the New York Auto Show. A year later, a new sports coupe has already pleased with its appearance motorists in Europe and America. The Russians met the newcomer on September 1, 2009, and the car instantly won positions in its niche in the market, especially price it turned out to be very attractive. You can buy a 2014 Hyundai Genesis Coupe in Russia for a cost of 1,599 thousand rubles.

It is worth saying that the appearance of the Hyundai Genesis Coupe is one of the strongest advantages of a two-door car from Korea. The whole appearance of the sports car is the embodiment of elegance, with a hint of sportiness, high dynamic and high-speed characteristics. The proportions of the body are ideal and classic for a sports coupe: a short overhang in front, harmoniously combined with an elongated hood, lowered pillars forming a roof dome, a high window sill with compact side windows, a powerful stern with a swollen wheel arch profile for an extended rear wheel track with wide tires 245 / 45R18, narrower 225 / 45R18 are installed on the front axle. The wheels are, of course, light alloy, with a size of 18 inches and a stylish pattern design. If desired, the owner of the Hyundai Genesis Coupe can install 225 / 40R19 tires at the front and 245 / 40R19 on size 19 aluminum alloy wheels.

Restyling of the coupe carried out by the manufacturer in 2013 (see photo and video), gave the car a little aggressiveness. The creators achieved this by adjusting the outlines of the front bumper and enlarging the radiator grille. On the side surfaces of the body, two graceful parallel ribs were added, which gave the appearance of the Hyundai Genesis coupe the illusion of constant movement.

The crown of the image is the modern head optics, which Korean designers succeeded perfectly with xenon headlights that can automatically change the angle of inclination in a stylish exclusive design, and originally arranged foglights with garlands of LED daytime running lights. A modern touch is added to the side mirrors with additional direction indicators in the form of an elegant row of small lamps.

The stern of the Korean coupe with a huge spoiler, overall lighting equipment with LED lamps, a powerful bumper with a diffuser and elegant nozzles in the form of a trapezoid exhaust system.

• Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2014 car is quite large and solid: 4630 mm long, 1865 mm wide, 1385 mm high with 2820 mm wheelbase (axle distance) and 135 mm ground clearance. The front wheel track is 1605 mm, the rear wheel track is 20 mm larger - 1625 mm. The curb weight of the car is from 1530 to 1581 kg, while the front axle accounts for 55% of the mass, and the rear 45%.
• When ordering a new 2014-2015 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, the buyer can choose a body color from eight options offered by the manufacturer: white (Creamy White), silver (Sleek Silver), gray (Magnetic Grey), yellow (Dynamic Yellow), blue (Blue Shift), red (Super Red), brown (Crystal Copper) or black (Timeless Black).

Inside the Korean sporkupe, the driver and his companions will be disappointed with some details. If in general everything looks quite respectable, then when driving and wanting to sit comfortably in a large car, the impression is spoiled due to the mass of shortcomings and inconveniences in small things. For example, the uncomfortable location of the button block on the driver's door (control of the electric drives of external mirrors, power windows), the ill-conceived organization of the climate control control unit, the lack of adjustment of the head restraint, which rests on the back of the head of the driver and front passenger.

The Supervision instrument panel, multi-function on-board computer screen and three radii of additional instruments in the center of the console provide the driver with comprehensive information about the machine. But the bright blue backlight of the display mounted on top of the dashboard can create a load on the eye, especially at night.

First-row seats with an excellent back profile, bright lateral support, mechanical seat belt feed, two-stage heating, but ... the leather seat cushion is very slippery, the headrest presses on the back of the head, and the rollers are widely spaced for people of dense complexion. Driver's seat with electric adjustments in 6 directions and adjustable by means of an electric motor lumbar support. Stylish, comfortable, multifunctional leather steering wheel adjustable in two planes.

Rear seat passengers are also likely to be underwhelmed. There is very little space for free location, the knees of even short passengers will be in contact with the backs of the front seats, and the head will dangerously rest against the rear window.

One of the few advantages of the cabin is the luggage compartment, which can hold from 284 to 332 liters, which is much more than the main competitors of the Genesis Coupe, for example, or.

Complete set for Russian buyers of Hyundai Genesis Coupe sample 2014-2015 offered one - Performance. But packed very generously - 18-inch alloy wheels, xenon in the front optics, a light sensor, LED taillights, fog lights and LED daytime running lights, front and side airbags, heated front seats and power driver's seat, climate and cruise control, front and rear parking sensors, modern Infinity audio system (7 speakers, subwoofer and external amplifier, CD MP3, FM/AM, Bluetooth, USB, AUX). And also: leather interior trim (combined natural and artificial leather trim for seats and door cards), Smart key system, illuminated door sills and pedals, electric heated mirrors with automatic folding mode, power windows, ABS and ESP.

Specifications Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2014 is very interesting on paper, but... looking ahead, we’ll say that according to the reviews of automotive journalists who conducted a test drive and the owners of a Korean coupe, you expect more from a car with such an appearance, a powerful engine and a modern automatic machine. In fact, the epithet of a sports car for the Genesis coupe is clearly not achievable. The car turned out beautiful, but completely with artificial handling. The dynamics are excellent, but acceleration is linear, as if you are driving a powerful trolleybus. The steering is not sharp, the steering wheel is heavy regardless of the speed, the suspension is stiff and sometimes even very hard, the brakes are wadded and not very informative.
The car seems to live its own life separate from the driver and executes commands with a delay and somehow reluctantly. If you wish, you can even drive a Genesis coupe like a fan, but it is quite difficult to do this and skills are needed ... sliding will begin, but not everyone will be able to keep the car on the arc for a long time.
Since 2013, all wheels of the car have been equipped with new brake mechanisms, they are disc, reinforced and ventilated, supplemented by EBD and ABS systems.
The two-door Hyundai Genesis doesn't excite the blood, but for daily use it's a great choice, just don't put passengers in the back seats.
The Russian market received the Hyundai Genesis with only one engine option.

• The Theta series gasoline engine has four cylinders and is equipped with a twin-scroll turbocharger, as well as direct fuel injection and a variable valve timing system. Engine capacity - 2.0 liters or 1998 cc. It reaches its maximum power of 250 hp at 6000 rpm. The torque is 373 Nm at a speed of 3000-4500, and the maximum speed of the car reaches 235 mph.

Hyundai Genesis Coupe shows good acceleration dynamics - it can develop the first hundred mph in 7.6 seconds. This is partly helped by an automatic transmission with 8 steps (8 automatic transmissions with sports mode can be controlled by paddle shifters).
The fuel consumption of the coupe engine is quite expected - on city streets it will spend 15.2 liters of 95th gasoline, and on the highway - 7.4 liters. The average consumption in mixed mode will be 10.3 liters per 100 kilometers.
In a number of Hyundai Genesis Coupe models there is a more powerful version, but it is not intended for the Russian market. This is a coupe with a 3.8-liter Lambda engine and 347 hp. Its maximum torque is 400 Nm.
Hyundai Genesis Coupe has a rear-wheel drive, and received its platform from the Genesis sedan, shortened by 115 mm. The two-A-arm front suspension was changed to a MacPherson strut system, and an independent five-A-arm design with a separate subframe, spaced dampers, springs and a reinforced 19mm anti-roll bar was installed at the rear.

Translated from the Spanish word tiburon means "shark", "predator".

Hyundai Tiburon is a Korean-made sports car from Hyundai. The model was presented in three generations and was produced between 1996 and 2009. Judging by the reviews of its owners, the car got its name for a reason.

Initially, the car was intended to conquer the US car market, but its dynamic qualities popularized the model in other countries. The difference between this sports car and others is the presence of a roomy trunk, additional seats, and a low price for components.

The first generation Hyundai Tiburon was launched in 1996 with a 1.8 liter V engine. All subsequent models were produced already with a 2-liter engine. The trim options were very different - with or without anti-lock braking system, with an external sunroof and leather interior. Much attention has been paid to the quality of this brand, which helps to dampen the unevenness of the road surface and maintain the smooth running of the car at high speeds. The car originally had a sedan-type platform - Elantra.

The second generation of Tiburon ruled from 2002 to 2006. The coupe was improved, becoming longer and also significantly heavier. Engine options: 2 and 2.7 liters. The new model remained with a 5-speed manual, but the generation was also marked by the release of luxury versions with a 6-speed gearbox. In 2005, a restyling was made. The front and giving the car an impressive and aggressive look were changed. The front optics were reconstructed, and the engine received a new technology, the power of which reached 143 hp.

The next generation of Hyundai Tiburon launched in 2007, when the appearance of the car was updated: the headlights changed, which acquired a teardrop shape. The rear optics with a bumper was also redesigned. The front panel of the car has become more modern.

Hyundai Tiburon - reviews

Very pleasant in the car is a three-spoke leather steering wheel, which has adjustments for its owner, as well as side airbags, cruise control, air conditioning, an audio system with a subwoofer and 7 speakers, as well as the ability to open and close doors without using a key.

Instrument lighting is made on a black background in orange-red color. This makes their use more comfortable, especially at night.

Due to the installation of 17-inch wheels in the model and low ground clearance, the Hyundai Tiburon acquired its aggressive look, justifying the name. Predation was also added by wide, reminiscent of machine guns from an action movie rather than a gas exhaust system.

The price is attractive in the Hyundai Tiburon. In the basic configuration, the Tiburon GT V6 model will cost approximately $18,000, while a more “packaged” car will cost $800 more. By comparison, the base GT-S costs $21,500 and the Acura RSX Type S $23,200. At the Tiburon, for a lower price, you can get additional options in the form of a 6-speed manual transmission, aluminum pedals, a spoiler, and high-quality material seats.

Hyundai Tiburon is known to everyone as a sports car - a participant in the competition. The sports version has four-wheel drive and a turbo engine, stainless steel exhaust pipes, 19-inch wheels, Eibach shock absorbers, Brembo brakes.

Finally, history. The two “roots” of the model will remain with her - this is natural. The first, associated with the name of the sedan - Genesis, to some extent can serve as a reflection of the development of the model line (whether it is or not, the future will show). The second point of historical reference also clings to the name. In this case, for the name Hyundai Coupe (a model that has been produced since the late 90s of the last century and has three generations). The Hyundai Genesis Coupe is considered the successor to this car, but these models do not have much in common (it's not a Genesis sedan). The very same history of the Hyundai Genesis Coupe fits into a few lines. The year of birth of the model is considered to be 2008, although the first sales began in 2009; in 2011, the North American and South Korean markets received a restyled version, and in early 2012, the updated Genesis Coupe for the European market was also prepared and began to be sold in the spring.

So restyling. The design of the Genesis Coupe was originally sporty, and so it has remained. It is worth recognizing (although we agreed to avoid comparison with well-known, “high-class” models) that the “appearance” and interior of the car’s interior in style in many respects, if they do not parody the best examples, then pretty much imitate them. However, this is all at the level of trends and directions. Hyundai Genesis Coupe still has a certain originality of design performance. The silhouette, quite typical for this type of car, looks original due to the slightly curved window line. The abundance of LED technology is not an innovation now, but at least it indicates modernity. The combination of European and Asian design concepts suggests that the work on the model could not have done without the “sensitive guidance” of Peter Schreyer (formerly of Volkswagen), although there did not seem to be direct reports of this in the press. In the cabin, the use of more or less expensive (or stylish) finishing materials deserves attention. Ergonomics - in order, luggage compartment - quite comfortable and functional.

In technical terms, a pair of basic power units attracts attention - Lambda GDI (3.8 liters, 350 hp) and a 4-cylinder turbocharged engine (2 liters, 260 hp). Both the one and the other engine can be connected to a 6-speed “mechanics” or an 8-band “automatic”. All this “stuffing” deserves a mention because both engines and transmissions for the latest version of the Hyundai Genesis Coupe have been upgraded. The overall effect of the improvements was expressed in an increase in the efficiency of the car and an improvement in its dynamic characteristics (mainly due to an increase in power).

Perhaps the main feature of the Genesis Coupe is that, having a common platform with the sedan of the same name, this model is more dynamic and more economical due to powertrain and transmission updates. A specific feature of the model is its “transitional” status: it is not yet a representative of the highest price segment, but it is no longer a “budget” car either.

The unequivocal advantage of the model is its modernity and close to the ideal ratio of price and quality. Favorable impression is made also by a variety of complete sets. The power and efficiency of the car are comparable to the best examples of this class of cars. The car has a responsive and comfortable handling.

It often happens that they scold for the same qualities for which they praise. Hyundai Genesis Coupe, of course, at its price meets many modern requirements in terms of comfort, convenience, etc. But many buyers want more from a stylish coupe. In a word, insufficiently chic finishes and not the most complete set of service systems will be perceived by some consumers as disadvantages (but everything is commensurate with the cost, and this should not be forgotten). To the relative (but already quite objective, running) weaknesses of the updated model, you can add small problems with stability and maneuverability at high speeds. It is fair to say that with an automatic gearbox, these “roughnesses” are less noticeable.

Well, a philosophical remark, as they say, "for a snack." For analysts of the automotive market (and even for simple, but interested laymen), it is obvious that Hyundai, together with its subsidiaries, has recently been trying to fight competitors not only due to the relatively low cost of products, but also due to its quality, modernity, manufacturability. Genesis Coupe (the minimum price of the 2012 model sold on the Russian market is 1.6 million rubles) is one of the most successful attempts to implement such an ideology by a South Korean car manufacturer.

The Hyundai Genesis two-door coupe was unveiled at the 2008 New York Auto Show. The Hyundai Genesis coupe is positioned as a completely new model, and not a continuation of the Hyundai Coupe line. Deliveries to Russia began in September 2009.

The car was created on the basis of a sedan, but this is the only similarity between the two models. The coupe has a brighter appearance, a shorter wheelbase, different engines, and a more budget-friendly suspension.

The use of a rear-wheel drive platform was associated with the need to reduce the turning radius and improve the car's handling. All of this translates into a 55/45 front/rear weight distribution and improves the ride quality of the car. The coupe's handling has also improved, as manufacturers have opted to improve the comfort rather than the dynamic performance of the new model. Coupe Hyundai Genesis with automatic transmission accelerates to 223 km / h, gaining a hundred from a standstill in 8.2 seconds. A manual transmission allows you to accelerate to 222 km / h, and the first hundred is gained 0.1 seconds faster.

For the Russian market, only modifications with a low-power turbocharged I4 2.0 engine (213 hp) are available. V6 3.8 motors (306 hp) are not available for the domestic market. All engines run on gasoline. In comparison with eminent German competitors, the motors are quite noisy. Fuel consumption in the urban cycle is 12.3 - 12.7 liters, and on the highway - 7 - 7.2 liters. The volume of the fuel tank is 65 liters.

The Hyundai Genesis coupe was produced with a five-speed automatic transmission or a six-speed manual. The automatic transmission has Manual, Drive and Sport modes. The car's suspension is independent (McPherson is in front, multi-link in the back) with anti-roll bars. This combination minimizes roll in corners. The coupe brakes are disc brakes (the front ones are equipped with ventilation).

The dimensions of the Hyundai Genesis coupe are smaller than those of the sedan: length - 4630 mm, width - 1865 mm, height - 1385 mm. The wheelbase of the car is 2820 mm, and the ground clearance is 129 mm. A 332-liter trunk is provided for the transport of goods. The coupe has two rows of seats that can accommodate four people in the car, but there is a minimum of space in the back and only short people can accommodate there with amenities. The front seats recline to make it easier to get into the back row. The front seats have lateral support for a firm landing in corners.

In 2012, there was a restyling, in which the Hyundai Genesis coupe received a more powerful 2.0 engine (250 hp) and an eight-speed automatic transmission. Lighting has acquired LEDs, and the grille has become a little larger.

Two trim levels were available for the Russian market: Ultimate (available with a manual gearbox) and Performance (with an automatic gearbox). The Ultimate package includes heated mirrors, power steering, front fog lights, power side mirrors, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and an adjustable sunroof in the roof.

The Ultimate also includes an engine start button, steering wheel audio controls, leather seats, a monochrome display, six airbags, active head restraints, climate control, an eight-speaker Infinity audio system, and an on-board computer.

To help the driver, the Hyundai Genesis coupe is equipped with an anti-lock braking system, brake force distribution systems, electronic stability control, rear parking sensors and cruise control. The Performance trim has a similar set of options, with the exception of the sunroof.

The sports coupe Hyundai Genesis Coupe is compared by some to the legendary Mustang, and by some, on the contrary, they consider it a pathetic parody of a sports car. The Koreans failed to please everyone, but they managed to create a car with their own recognizable character completely. Like it or not, the Hyundai Genesis coupe does not leave anyone indifferent.

For the first time, the Hyundai Genesis Coupe sports coupe appeared in public in 2008 - as part of the New York auto show, after which sales began in the domestic Korean market, and a year later the novelty reached the United States and Europe. In Russia, sales of the Hyundai Genesis Coupe began on September 1, 2009 - and the car immediately attracted the increased attention of domestic connoisseurs of sports coupes, especially since the proposed price was very “tasty”.

One of the trump cards of the Hyundai Genesis Coupe is its appearance, because, first of all, it is the design of the Korean coupe that causes conflicting feelings, exciting the imagination of some and annoying others. The design image of the Genesis Coupe is elegant, dynamic and offers almost ideal proportions of a sports car: a long hood, a short front overhang and, most importantly, a massive stern with an enlarged rear track, further emphasized by wide rear tires.

A small restyling in 2013 added more aggression to the car by enlarging the radiator grille and straightening the contours of the front bumper, and stylish stamps on the side planes of the body give the effect of increased aerodynamics, as if we are not in front of a car, but a new generation jet fighter. The look is completed by stylish modern optics with a complex individual configuration, which was especially successful for the Koreans at the stern of the Genesis Coupe.

Let's say a few words about the overall characteristics. The body length is 4630 mm, while the wheelbase is 2820 mm. The width of the Hyundai Genesis Coupe is within the framework of 1865 mm, and the height is limited to 1385 mm. The front and rear track widths are respectively 1605 and 1625 mm. The minimum curb weight is 1530 kg. The weight distribution of this coupe is 55:45 towards the front axle.

If the exterior of the Hyundai Genesis Coupe can be rated as a five, then the interior, which is attractive at first glance, turned out to be much worse for the Koreans. The four-seater saloon is far from being ideally organized and numerous miscalculations in small things together can seriously spoil the driving experience: the terrible location of the button block on the driver's door, the annoying blue backlight of the display on the center console, the poorly organized climate control unit, the non-adjustable headrest resting on the back of the head And so on and so forth.

The rear passengers of the Genesis Coupe will not be delighted either - if the amount of free space in the legs with a stretch can be called sufficient, then you still have to rest your head against the ceiling.

All this is compensated only by the volume of the luggage compartment, which holds noticeably more cargo than many competitors (for example, Toyota GT86). Genesis Coupe standard trunk capacity is 284 liters.

Specifications. Today, in the domestic market, the Hyundai Genesis Coupe is presented with only one engine. This is a 4-cylinder gasoline unit of the Theta series, equipped with twin-scroll turbocharging, variable valve timing and direct fuel injection. Its working volume is 2.0 liters (1998 cm³), and the maximum power reaches 250 hp, developed at 6000 rpm. The peak torque of the turbo engine falls at around 373 Nm and is kept in the range of 3000 - 4500 rpm, which allows you to reach a speed maximum of 235 km / h.

The Hyundai Genesis Coupe is also quite good in terms of acceleration dynamics: from 0 to 100 km / h, the coupe accelerates in 7.6 seconds. The new 8-speed automatic transmission also contributes to this. By the way, the Genesis Coupe is one of the few sports cars whose engine “roar” does not have a special sports setting, which distinguishes the coupe from among its own kind. Although, on the other hand, even if the obvious affectation of the sound of the engine is sometimes still not enough for complete happiness.

Now, briefly about fuel consumption: in the city, the coupe “eats” 15.2 liters of AI-95 gasoline, about 7.4 liters will be required on the highway, and in mixed driving mode, the average consumption is about 10.3 liters.

There is also a more powerful version in the Hyundai Genesis Coupe series, but at the moment it is not officially supplied to Russia. We are talking about the Hyundai Genesis Coupe with a 3.8-liter Lambda engine under the hood. The power of this updated 6-cylinder monster is 347 hp and peak torque is 400 Nm.

Sports rear-wheel drive coupe Hyundai Genesis Coupe is based on a platform shortened by 115 mm from the Genesis sedan. At the same time, the developers replaced the two-lever suspension in front with a simpler scheme with MacPherson struts, and at the rear they used a five-link independent design with a separate subframe, spaced springs and shock absorbers, as well as a reinforced anti-roll bar (diameter 19 mm).

The suspension is focused on a dynamic driving style and is ideal for drift lovers, as the rear-wheel drive literally “explodes” the stern with every touch of the accelerator pedal (this can play a cruel joke with inexperienced drivers).

Since 2013, the manufacturer has been using new reinforced ventilated disc brakes on all wheels, supplemented by ABS and EBD systems. There is also an ESP system, but its work is not perfectly adjusted, which is why it reacts with some delay, which also benefits drifters.

Options and prices. In Russia, the sports Hyundai Genesis Coupe of 2013 is offered in only one configuration - "Performance" at a price of ~ 1.6 million rubles.
The manufacturer included in the list of its equipment: 18-inch alloy wheels, front xenon optics, LED rear lights, fog lights, front and side airbags, a heated and electrically adjustable driver's seat, climate control, cruise control, front and rear parking sensors, an audio system with 7 speakers and USB support, leather interior, alarm and chrome door sills.