Hyundai Genesis - WOW, just WOW....

polkatese
polkatese Posts: 6,767
edited November 2008 in The Clubhouse
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9sz3L6wA1bY

Sound system by Lexicon? Now that's cool!

http://www.hyundaigenesis.com/

Anyone would test drive one?
I am sorry, I have no opinion on the matter. I am sure you do. So, don't mind me, I just want to talk audio and pie.
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  • dreaming.haze
    dreaming.haze Posts: 11
    edited November 2008
    meh, it is still just a Hyundai.
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  • Sami
    Sami Posts: 4,634
    edited November 2008
    I will most likely test one out, although I'm not going to buy one. What is it exactly, a 5-series alternative for lot less?
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  • polkatese
    polkatese Posts: 6,767
    edited November 2008
    It means that the car is positioned to the value-conscious crowd of the BMW 5 series prospects.

    wait, I might misunderstood your question, rhetorical? if so, you nailed it.
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  • bobman1235
    bobman1235 Posts: 10,822
    edited November 2008
    They sure stole a lot of design cues from the 5-series. Especially that trunk!
    If you will it, dude, it is no dream.
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  • zingo
    zingo Posts: 11,258
    edited November 2008
    That is a huge move for them to partner with Lexicon! Is there any car companies that uses Polk OEM in their higher end lines? Jaguar uses B&W :D, Aston Martin uses Bang & Olufsen, and too many car companies use Bose...
    Jake
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  • AsSiMiLaTeD
    AsSiMiLaTeD Posts: 11,725
    edited November 2008
    I've been keeping an eye on this car...
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  • Sami
    Sami Posts: 4,634
    edited November 2008
    Yes, I was asking what market segment it falls into and based on the price I figured 5-series. Didn't look for the dimensions and other specs. The TV ads make it seem like it is even for the higher segment, 7- and S-series, but Huyndai would be foolish to even try that yet. Huyndai has always fallen short in the driving enjoyment category IMO, hopefully they have emphasized handling of the vehicle more than they have in the past.
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited November 2008
    dreaming.haze wrote: »
    meh, it is still just a Hyundai.

    Nothing wrong with that.
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  • polkatese
    polkatese Posts: 6,767
    edited November 2008
    The test drive guy from Cars.com can't find anything to **** about the car. Was it genuine or staged? If they reduce the price by $10k, now we are talking...
    I am sorry, I have no opinion on the matter. I am sure you do. So, don't mind me, I just want to talk audio and pie.
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  • wizzy
    wizzy Posts: 867
    edited November 2008
    dreaming.haze wrote: »
    meh, it is still just a Hyundai.

    I have a couple friends who have been buying Hyundai religiously for the last 8-10 years.

    They generally beat anything from GM, Ford, etc. by far and come to about 80% of a Honda/Toyota.
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  • zingo
    zingo Posts: 11,258
    edited November 2008
    I'll take the 2+2 coupe version with 300+ horsepower.

    hyundai_genesis_coupe_0_430.jpg
    Jake
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  • Ron-P
    Ron-P Posts: 8,516
    edited November 2008
    That one there looks cool, but the one in the link in the first post...boring! Of course I think most BMW's lack style and are quite boring looking as well.
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  • daniel_paul_
    daniel_paul_ Posts: 189
    edited November 2008
    I think it looks like a Benz. I believe that Lexus has Lexicon as the audio.
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  • sucks2beme
    sucks2beme Posts: 5,601
    edited November 2008
    dreaming.haze wrote: »
    meh, it is still just a Hyundai.

    That what they used to say about Toymotor.
    Now it's the car that sets the pace. Hyundai has done
    everything they have to to become a premium brand.
    Quality has jumped leaps and bounds. They have improved
    the visual and performance side of their cars. In 5 years
    Toyota might have to play catch up to them. I think GM should
    be taking notes on these guys instead of the Japanese.
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  • MillerLiteScott
    MillerLiteScott Posts: 2,561
    edited November 2008
    I also think it looks like a Benz.
    I like speakers that are bigger than a small refrigerator but smaller than a big refrigerator:D
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  • polkatese
    polkatese Posts: 6,767
    edited November 2008
    Back in my college year, I was looking at the Toyota Tercel, Nissan Sentra, and Hyundai Excel, and thought of the Excel as problematic, and picked Tercel.

    Time has changed and look at where they are now.

    http://www.thehyway.com/Hyundai_History.htm

    Checkout the comments on the Audio/Lexicon system on the Genesis:

    http://www.hyundaigenesis.com/#/luxury/

    impressive. that's all I can say.
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  • billbillw
    billbillw Posts: 6,715
    edited November 2008
    Car and Driver magazine tested this car last month. It was a pretty favorable review. More of a luxo cruiser than sporty, but nice, nonetheless. Hyundai has certainly come a long way.
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  • audiobliss
    audiobliss Posts: 12,518
    edited November 2008
    Wow, the four door version posted in the first post looks JUST like an Infiniti with a BMW deck lid and some stupid, bland grill.

    Hmm, on second thought, the overall body shape looks a LOT like an Infiniti. The front grill and headlights look like a Maybach, and the deck lid and tail lights look like the new Lexus'.

    I agree, rather boring.
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  • AsSiMiLaTeD
    AsSiMiLaTeD Posts: 11,725
    edited November 2008
    I wonder if it's rear wheel drive like a 5 series...
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  • audiobliss
    audiobliss Posts: 12,518
    edited November 2008
    AsSiMiLaTeD wrote: »
    I wonder if it's rear wheel drive like a 5 series...
    Per their website it has "Symmetrical Drive." Some sort of all wheel drive system.

    They have quite a few comparisons listed on their website for skid-holding g's, 0-60 runs, and 70-0 runs.
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  • shadowofnight
    shadowofnight Posts: 2,735
    edited November 2008
    Says RWD for both the v6 and v8 on their website.....

    A 375-horsepower 4.6L V8
    Front engine rear wheel drive platform
    Audiophile sound system by Lexicon®
    Features that redefine luxury
    Exceptional braking power



    And even when the coupe is released after the sedan...it will be rear wheel drive as well...

    " A rear wheel drive sports car from Hyundai, dubbed Hyundai Genesis Coupe and sharing the Genesis Sedan's platform and name, was unveiled at the 2008 New York International Auto Show. "
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  • audiobliss
    audiobliss Posts: 12,518
    edited November 2008
    shadowofnight wrote: »
    Says RWD for both the v6 and v8 on their website.....

    A 375-horsepower 4.6L V8
    Front engine rear wheel drive platform
    Audiophile sound system by Lexicon®
    Features that redefine luxury
    Exceptional braking power



    And even when the coupe is released after the sedan...it will be rear wheel drive as well...

    " A rear wheel drive sports car from Hyundai, dubbed Hyundai Genesis Coupe and sharing the Genesis Sedan's platform and name, was unveiled at the 2008 New York International Auto Show. "
    Wow, you're right. It does list them both as being RWD. Then what the heck is this "Symmetrical Drive" crap? Are they doing like Infiniti (or was it Lexus?) and trumpeting the amazing goodness of a differential...like EVERY car has had for forEVER....??
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  • obieone
    obieone Posts: 5,077
    edited November 2008
    I must be the only one who thinks it looks EXACTLY like a Lexus GS?!
    I refuse to argue with idiots, because people can't tell the DIFFERENCE!
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  • polkatese
    polkatese Posts: 6,767
    edited November 2008
    Q: What are you driving?

    A: I drive a hybrid of Bimmer, Benz, and Lexus. It's called Genesis, best of the breed car.

    :)
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited November 2008
    Looks awesome!!! Great price. I'd buy it without reservation.
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  • bobman1235
    bobman1235 Posts: 10,822
    edited November 2008
    audiobliss wrote: »
    Per their website it has "Symmetrical Drive." Some sort of all wheel drive system.

    They have quite a few comparisons listed on their website for skid-holding g's, 0-60 runs, and 70-0 runs.

    You can crunch all the numbers in the world, nothing is going to tell you if it drives like a Beemer. Say what you want about them, but those Germans really know how to make a car that just FEELS right when you drive it.
    If you will it, dude, it is no dream.
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  • AsSiMiLaTeD
    AsSiMiLaTeD Posts: 11,725
    edited November 2008
    I'm going to go test drive one tomorrow if my local dealer has them in...will report back
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  • polkatese
    polkatese Posts: 6,767
    edited November 2008
    By all means, report back..Thanks.

    Bob, I agree. But, maybe this is the real fake mccoy? :)
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited November 2008
    SICK CAR SICK SICK SICK I saw one race a BMW M5 OMG wow was it close you can guess who one. BMW!!!!
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