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New RWD Hyundai Coupe REVEALED!

Anthony718 submitted on 11/8/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:55:46 AM

124 user comments | Category: Spy Shots | Source: | SOURCE: www.newtiburon.com

Tag Link: NEW 2009 RWD Hyundai Genesis Coupe

0 Liter Turbo will have 215HP 217TRQ. Price starting at $19,900.
3.8 Liter V6 will have 300HP and 280 TRQ. Price starting at $25,900.

Features:

Ipod integration in center console.
Bluetooth w/ stock head deck.
Sunroof.
Limited slip.

Marketing will tell if it:
MIGHT have Brembo brake upgrades.
MIGHT have its own badge. (Tuscani for example)
It keeps the LED turn signals on the side mirrors.

Nothing was said about a V8, but remember, he said these pictures/information was taken back in June. That is plenty of enough time for change.

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That looks great, though that dip in the window right after the door is umm...interesting. Nice pricing.
— SilverAero (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 2:33:09 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 11

Agree that it looks great, and I note it has 5-spoke wheels which I like. I hate wheels with 5 bolts and 3 spokes or 6 spokes for example. I note that it has LSD which cars like Mercedes and BMW do not even offer -- the Koreans seem to be able to combine good styling with good mechanical engineering.
— EnnNorak (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 6:50:31 AM | | Votes: 0

Altima meets ES350?
280HP is a lot for what will probably be an FF car.
— adamsaf723 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 4:12:48 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -9

adamsaf723

read the title again carefully

it clearly says 'RWD' Coupe
— knk0806 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 6:26:35 AM | | Votes: 9

FF=fast & furious. Ha ha, FWD=Front Wheel Drive, FYI
— Shredmo (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 9:05:41 AM | | Votes: -2

ff does stand for front wheel drive as well...

ff = front engine-front wheel drive
fr = front engine-rear wheel drive
mr = mid-engine-rear wheel drive
— r15mohd (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 9:31:30 AM | | Votes: 6

Alright, I agree. Often though, on car boars, FF stands for...
— Shredmo (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 11:31:59 AM | | Votes: 0

Cant wait! Sounds like it has all the right ingredients.
— Threepoint1415926 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 5:00:00 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2

Great performance but the Accord coupe still looks way better.
— MunichRob (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 7:01:29 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1

Yeah, but Accord coupe = FF. Without launching into a flame war of FWD vs RWD, I can say with all certainty that RWD would be far preferable to the car guy.
— beetee (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 8:32:52 AM | | Votes: 2

Having to see the 2008 accord Coupe pretty often now, since one of the neighbors works for one of the local Honda dealers and sometimes drives one, I'm just not finding it anything but Weird Looking.

There's something very 'off' about its overall proportions/shape that just just 'Gell'.

This Hyundai looks much more interesting without resorting to looking (too) strange... So far.
— DaHarder (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 1:03:00 PM | | Votes: 0

I'm seeing the Accord sedan everywhere, DaHarder, and I respectfully disagree with you. It has an upscale air about it that can't be matched by any other car in the class, although the Camry is close... the Accord looks better than an Acura TL, in fact. Very classy.
— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 11:06:14 PM | | Votes: 5

All's Well -Though I completely disagree, but admittedly, I wouldn't be inclined to buy something like a Honda Accord anyway, as I have no need for a mid-sized family sedan.

I see it as another mundane automotive appliance, and an unattractive one at that.
— DaHarder (View Profile)

Posted on 11/9/2007 3:42:12 PM | | Votes: 0

wow...this vehicle is going to crush competition in sales.

imagine, a 300hp 280tq rwd coupe for about $30k loaded and have 100k/10yr warranty!!! whose going to match those kind of specs options?

Hyundai has been improving year after year and this just shows the beginning of the capabilities they'll have for the future.

i remember my cousins hyundai excel back in the early 90's...was one POS!!! but look what they've become. kudos to the Hyundai team, and hopefully it won't stop here.

— r15mohd (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 8:31:31 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2

form the spy photos, will this model hold the rwd v8 or is it going to be another model???

curious being that this looks like a rather light vehicle for a v8 (great thing at that too). the possibilities...where's our spies on the scoop.
— r15mohd (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 8:35:42 AM | | Votes: 1

It sounds pretty good, though remember, the previous GTO (2006) was $34k for 400hp. Regardless, this Hyundai will definately be something to look into. To make it a winner, all they have to do is keep the weight down and offer an efficient drivetrain.
— Shredmo (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 9:09:32 AM | | Votes: 3

This will kill the Mitsubishie Eclipse! And I do believe it will hurt Mustang's sales.
— Lavic (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 9:08:10 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2

i wonder if thats what the pick hints at...i beleive it will, but mustang owners are dedicated to the horse. so it will have its following, but this ne tiburon is just jaw-dropping when all things are considered.
— r15mohd (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 9:22:48 AM | | Votes: 0

i wonder what will happen with the tiburon...will they make it smaller and offer a civic sized coupe and this be in line with the accord. or will they just get rid of it.

i know the tuscani in korea is the tiburon over here...so this could just take the place of the tiburon.

i dont think i've even been this excited over a hyundai since they've been a manufacturer!
— r15mohd (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 9:27:07 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0

Well the (current generation) Tiburon looks like a scaled down Ferrari 456... Especially in profile.

Which for many, is Not a Bad Thing!
— DaHarder (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 1:06:35 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2

Wow, Hyundai is not playing around anymore are they? Is this gonna be a new Tiburon or its replacement?
— PlanB (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 9:26:19 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3

This is great looking and the specs are a delight (LSD?! :D ).

HOWEVER, this pic is illegal, and this is shot from a consumer clinic that was comparing this new Hyundai to the Mustang V8.

Maybe it WILL have a V8.

That 3.8L is good enough for me, though.
— Hyundai (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 10:06:23 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2

illegal? lol. maybe hyundai doesn't like that it's out, but there's really nothing that can be done about it.
— enthusiastx11 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 11:40:47 AM | | Votes: 1

I did notice that this pic has been 'pulled' from several other sites already... LOL!
— DaHarder (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 1:12:16 PM | | Votes: 1

link is dead.

this looks great though. I'm hopefully getting the 135 in the spring but this will be great competition. I'll definitely have to test drive it.
— xphilter (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 10:41:27 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2

The link is dead because Hyundai found out about it and forced the site to drop the thread and the pictures attached to it.

Go here: http://carspyshots.net/zerothread?id=23050&page=25 to the post mid-way down the page to see some hi-res pictures of the RWD Coupe.

BTW, when I made my screen-name, I was not a Hyundai fan by any stretch. Now I am.
— Hyundai (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 10:48:32 AM | | Votes: 1

Amazing, the Hyundai in the foreground looks exactly like the '07 MUSTANG!!

Just kidding, but that scalloped out region on the door and front fender needs to go or be toned down some. Hyundai, please fire your Russian stylists!
— BMW995 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 11:04:58 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1

Zamolchi!

Russians have very nice style and sense of design! Have you seen St. Petersbourg?

C'mon, doorak.
— Hyundai (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 11:12:36 AM | | Votes: 1

Hyundai keeps them coming! Good work.

It seems like only yesterday that the brand specialized in making cars to avoid.
— answer (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 11:34:07 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1

wow, what at bargain! i'm impressed.

can hardly believe that's a hyundai. it's more like a better looking accord coupe.
— enthusiastx11 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 11:37:50 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2

It will probably be better driving too, given that it will have available LSD and RWD as standard.
— Hyundai (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 11:55:08 AM | | Votes: 3

I see A LOT of IS250/350 and G37 inspiration in the front. I see a lot of G influence in the side profile.

Looks OK in their execution, the dip in the belt line is....interesting.

If the can pull off the drivetrain and make it efficient it will be a hit.

Also, they HAVE to really nail the interior with quality materials, fot and finish and innovative design to even have a chance at catching a prissy car guy'e eye/wallet. (read autospies patron). In Hyundai's case, they have to go above and beyond just to be considered competition for other RWD coupes.
— jeeka715 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 11:58:16 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1

...and I can't spell this morning... :)
— jeeka715 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 11:59:40 AM | | Votes: 1

Donno about this one! it looks a bit like the Infiniti G37 Coupe!
— SpeedfreakJoe (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 12:29:48 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1

It's certainly 'distinctive'...

I'm feeling that (at least in this pic) there's a bit Too Much Character in that side 'character' line.

Mechanically, it looks like Hyundai Nailed It!
— DaHarder (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 12:58:33 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3

Oh great! Now we're going to have Hyundai fanboys polluting this place like the lexus fanboys.
— LexSucks (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 1:00:57 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -3

Despite my screen-name, I am not a Hyundai fanboy by any stretch of the imagination. However, you sir, are an ass. Nobody is allowed to like any other brand except for the brands that you like, hmm?

We need less people like you around this site. I am sure others agree.
— Hyundai (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 1:10:22 PM | | Votes: 5

it's hard to believe that "Hyundai" is not a Hyundai fanboy if your sn is that. If you don't want to be perceived as that then I suggest you change it. It's like saying just because I look like a cop doesn't mean I am a cop. =)
— SVTruong (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 1:44:19 PM | | Votes: -2

At times it serves for my own amusement when people say (many times already), "What the hell do you know? You drive a Hyundai!" Afterwards, I chuckle, because it was obvious that they didn't hear a single thing I said because they couldn't get past the "Hyundai". It is a way of spotting the trolls.
— Hyundai (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 2:23:43 PM | | Votes: 6

You can like whatever brand you want to. Just don't be an A-hole about it.
— LexSucks (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 2:29:39 PM | | Votes: -4

Well that was mighty hypocritical of you:

"Oh great! Now we're going to have Hyundai fanboys polluting this place like the lexus fanboys."

It sounds like you're putting a label on all Lexus fans.
— lexusis350 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 3:08:57 PM | | Votes: 2

Have you ever read the comments by the Lexus fans on the site?
— LexSucks (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 6:14:53 PM | | Votes: 0

Yeah, there are a few morons. But all Lexus fans aren't. There are some Mercedes, BMW, and Audi fanboys too. Just look at EL34.
— lexusis350 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 6:48:32 PM | | Votes: 1

"Oh great! Now we're going to have Hyundai fanboys polluting this place like the lexus fanboys."

Oh great now we have 10 year olds writing BS on this site.
— zorbeeze (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 7:05:50 PM | | Votes: 3

I think the Mercedes fanboys (if there were any?) have been booted, as have the Lexus fanboys (david989, some of the other freaks, they're all gone), and I don't know of any Audi fanboys--just GermanNut, who rambles, but isn't absolutely insane. He just gets angry because of amazinBimmer... the lone BMW fanboy.
— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 11:05:22 PM | | Votes: 0

You're forgetting EL34 and the many different Wills. Or have they been banned too?
— lexusis350 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/9/2007 12:00:48 AM | | Votes: 0

You're also forgetting the anti-everything-Lexus fanboys!
— Hyundai (View Profile)

Posted on 11/9/2007 12:13:16 PM | | Votes: 1

I think it looks great..great specs..hyundai has come a long way
— stash84 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 1:01:23 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3

looks good overall and it's gonna be one hell of a deal. But...the lines don't flow too well. The placement of the sunroof and that rear quarter window looks awkward. Ick... front looks nice though.
— SVTruong (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 1:42:00 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2

I'll take the 370Z coming next year for only 4k or so more, it will probably much quicker in the shicains(sp?)
— montyz81 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 1:53:32 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2

Can anyone say Nissan Altima Coupe rip-off? Hyundai needs to design their cars without the influence of other successful brands. The Sonata looks like a 2003/04 Accord Sedan, the Veracruz looks like a Lexus RX, this looks like an Altima Coupe, etc.
— lexusis350 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 2:43:59 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -4

Hmmm?

Not really seeing the Altima in this, and that rather bizarre activity going on at the base of the B-pillar is nit something I've seen before...

It's a solidly distinctive styling effort, and at the asking prices... A Surefire HIT!
— DaHarder (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 4:35:44 PM | | Votes: 1

Hmmm?

Not really seeing the Altima in this, and that rather bizarre activity going on at the base of the B-pillar is not something I've seen before...

It's a solidly distinctive styling effort, and at the asking prices... A Surefire HIT!
— DaHarder (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 4:36:03 PM | | Votes: 0

is350, I was just reading a very old thread for no reason in particular, which at the time was breaking news. Hyundai posted it, and it had to do with us learning that the newest Lexus car would be called the "IS-F." The two of us got into it in that thread, and it did make me laugh. It had to do with the naming system, which at the time I thought was creative and interesting (still do). You should read the post. I'm glad we have both reformed over the months.

Random, but useful.
— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 10:55:28 PM | | Votes: 1

Were you being sarcastic and saying I haven't changed? It's hard to tell with writing. Well, I agree with you. I remember when you used to have your accounts shut down all the time. Good times.... Anyway, yeah, we both have calmed down a bit. I've become more open to different car makes, not just the Japanese. BMW is one of my favorite brands now and I've really started to like Audi and Mercedes. I just hate Hyundais and I'm sure I'll never like them. Plain and simple.
— lexusis350 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 11:57:40 PM | | Votes: 0

Hey S4, I just went back and read my first post and guess what? I sounded just like houstoncutie (only more masculine of course ;) ). How embarrassing is that?
— lexusis350 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/9/2007 12:33:59 AM | | Votes: 0

No, I was not being sarcastic.

And when I started here, I sounded like GermanNut. LOL.
— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 11/11/2007 11:01:13 AM | | Votes: 2

I lived in Seoul Korea for a short time so I have been a fan, hell have owned a RD2 and GK chassis tiburon and they have come a long way

I like where this is going

Hopefully this is not the "show" car to be going to all the events

This still looks unfinished

Also, take a look at the new sonata, it has key elements in the interior that remind me of the "mule" running around

Way to go Hyundai

— 1fstmach (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 3:24:04 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4

I just looked at the current Consumer Report and it did not recommend most of the Hyundai models. It did recommed 2 models (one being the small Elantra). I was in Los Angeles for the Memorial Day Holiday when the car rental place ran out of cars and gave me the Elantra instead of what I had reserve. The car performed a lot better than I had expected it to. It accelerated well, and the gas mileage was impressive. If the quality and the driving mechanics feedback of these new cars are impressive, I would definitely look into it to replace the outgoing BMW 3 series.

The BMW 3 series is way too over-priced, and the upcoming 1 series release is as well. This one is a great value.
— investor27 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 3:53:42 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3

well any vehicle with 100k/10yr warranty, i would recommend to anyone, regardless of what consumer reports say.
— r15mohd (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 4:11:15 PM | | Votes: 3

Do yourself a favor and throw away all of your issues of consumer reports. CR is for folks who don't care about cars. Only a Consumer Reports reader would think that a Hyundai could replace a 3-series. LOL! World to CS reader! Hyundai and BMW are worlds apart. Things could change in the future, but it would be wise to not mention BMW and Hyundai in the same sentence. Either that or risk exposing yourself as a non car person.

— LexSucks (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 5:19:04 PM | | Votes: -2

What?

AUDI Quattro System is anything but 'Crappy Engineering!

Please, STOP Trying To start Stupid Flame Wars, especially when Audi has nothing to do with the topic at hand!
— DaHarder (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 4:42:15 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3

LOL! I KNEW you would say that! Loser!
— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 5:07:48 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4

The quattro system from Audi is milles ahead from that cheap AWD crap that's coming from BMW.
And at least Audi can do a proper interior unlike those cheap all over the place bimmers.
— zorbeeze (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 7:09:36 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5

The Hyundai is a fugly i'm afraid to say :(

The Mustang on the other hand is cool lookin' :)
— EL34 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 4:38:52 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -7

Wow, cool 350Z competitor!
— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 5:06:55 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3

Are you crazy, 350Z competition this fat korean hasn't got a chance even against the G37 and the 350Z will kill it.
— STJ88 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 5:21:47 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -3

Oh...

We weren't aware that YOU were privileged enough have been invited to that Super Secret Comparison Test that was conducted between the three...

WHATEVER!

Let the Vehicle Hit the Marketplace, and Then Post an INFORMED Comment, Instead Of Some Silly Fan-Boy Rant!
— DaHarder (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 5:46:15 PM | | Votes: 3

What do you suppose its direct competition is? The Toyota Solara? LOL.

300hp, RWD, under $30K... sounds awfully similar to the Nissan. The only differentiator is the back seat and the less-than-established badge.
— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 6:43:01 PM | | Votes: 3

Talk about ignorance buddy.
This thing is heading straight for the 350 and RX8.
— zorbeeze (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 7:07:31 PM | | Votes: 5

Wow. V8 bi-turbo direct injection, 550hp @ 8700 rpm for under 30K!

Oh, wait. I woke up: 132hp @ 4600 rpm 2.4 four-banger, 4 speed auto, steel wheels & plastic hubcaps. MSRP: 18,599
— cRacKhEaDaLLeY (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 6:25:28 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -4

HHAHAHAAHAHAH!!!
— Hyundai (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 7:29:11 PM | | Votes: 3

This is not your father's Hyundai scoupe!
— Airliner (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 8:00:52 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2

My father has a Mazda Protegé.
— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 9:29:07 PM | | Votes: -1

S4,.. so..?
— Hyundai (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 9:45:09 PM | | Votes: 2

THIS CAR WILL NOT I REPEAT NOT! HAVE A F***ING V8!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It has been announced by Hyundai officials countless times!
though this car will still be a Drifting Machine*.
— EvoAudi (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 9:46:27 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1

first of all it is next to a V6!! Mustang. Second of all it will only get a V8 it you go buy the V8 then do the swap yourself.
— EvoAudi (View Profile)

Posted on 11/9/2007 12:21:42 AM | | Votes: -1

Scratch that its next to a V8, but my point is still there.
— EvoAudi (View Profile)

Posted on 11/9/2007 1:12:52 AM | | Votes: -1

ps1982k... I think you're done posting for the night.
— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 11/8/2007 10:49:56 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0

I already posted a link to better pictures.

http://carspyshots.net/zerothread?id=23050&page=25

Halfway down the page, you will find them.
— Hyundai (View Profile)

Posted on 11/9/2007 1:35:24 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2

I have to applaud Hyundai for their recent improvement, but this design just looks like a watered down Eclipse. Nothing new here design-wise. The now five year old 350z still looks more fresh and definitely looks more premium.
— fuelfool (View Profile)

Posted on 11/9/2007 1:03:30 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1

i'm glad you've been granted special access to review the car from all angles to make that statement!

the car looks very nice from its side profile, and until there's a full car angle view. i wouldnt doubt this vehicle being a looker.

btw, where would you get such a pass, if i may ask?
— r15mohd (View Profile)

Posted on 11/9/2007 9:07:57 AM | | Votes: 1

Yeah I've decided I don't like the look. The window dip really ruins it for me.
— MunichRob (View Profile)

Posted on 11/9/2007 4:50:55 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3

It won't be, that's pretty obvious... but I agree, that's not attractive. It makes it look cheaper than it should; it seems like an element from the dark ages of Hyundai in the '90s.
— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 11/11/2007 10:57:57 AM | | Votes: 0

Bad Kart
— SX123 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/9/2007 6:53:02 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1

i would have reserved that look for a potential lexus coupe.. too bad.. beaten to the punch.
— Gennissen (View Profile)

Posted on 11/9/2007 8:59:30 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0

I must give it to Hyundai. They have done a great job with this new coupe. Love the way it looks. Give it few more years Hyundai's cars will be more respected.
— Agent63 (View Profile)

Posted on 11/9/2007 3:08:02 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5

r15mohd,
It doesn't require a special pass to deduce that the opposite side of the Hyundai pictured above duplicates the side in view in which the full profile and the front fascia is quite visible. More than enough to see that the design resembles that of the current Mitsubishi Eclipse. Certainly a step forward for Hyundai, but nothing new or inspiring, and not yet in the league of a more sophisticated sport coupe such as the 350Z. BTW r15, sarcasm is a poor substitute for intelligence.
— fuelfool (View Profile)

Posted on 11/9/2007 4:55:54 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2

This might be quite interesting, though I wonder what happened after the front door... Designer sneezed, maybe?
— 2007Tahoe (View Profile)

Posted on 11/9/2007 7:38:25 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1

WOW, look at the interest on this car! I love it, too. I always wondered what would happen if Honda got their act together and put together a RWD pocket rocket. Now I hope that this car is as hot as it seems, that it sells like crazy, and that Honda is put to shame for what they could have replaced the Integra with!!!
— t_bone (View Profile)

Posted on 11/9/2007 9:13:21 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1

Coming from somebody who endorses - like no tomorrow - a company that is too busy copying Toyota..
— Hyundai (View Profile)

Posted on 11/9/2007 11:40:20 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3

But hey, we have one thing in common: we can agree that this still looks better than anything Toyota has right now!
— Hyundai (View Profile)

Posted on 11/9/2007 11:42:46 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2

Oh, by the way, the other cars in the clinic were: Mustang GT, Mitsubishi Eclipse, Honda Civic Si, and Mazda RX-8.
— Hyundai (View Profile)

Posted on 11/9/2007 11:41:27 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1

I lived in Korea for a little while a couple years back, and have owned a 1st gen RD and 3rd gen GK

Fwiw: I don't seee Hyundai boosting the V-6 engine that they are going to be putting into the new Coupe

But the I4 is it still the Beta? Anyword on that or is this a version of the "global motor" the same motor in fact that is in the Evo X (although purists can argue it all day) when in fact it is

Hyundai thus far has not used the engine that hyundai/chrystler/Mitsu all built the other 2 companies have.

So if the I4 is a beta, it is a capable and proven motor and it should be it is "copied" off the 4G63 from Mitsu, and it loves boost just as much
— 1fstmach (View Profile)

Posted on 11/10/2007 11:27:34 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1

ps1982K:

The 2.0 is still a "beta" engine that is the name of the engine

And yeah it is common knowledge I assumed for a lot of people that Mitsu was a source of the old Hyundai Engines
— 1fstmach (View Profile)

Posted on 11/10/2007 2:21:07 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1

If the Maserati Gran Turismo and the Infiniti G37 get married they'll probably have a baby and it's the Hyundai Coupe!
— SpeedfreakJoe (View Profile)

Posted on 11/11/2007 5:36:02 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1

No, the baby will be the G37 with portholes from the SEMA show.
— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 11/11/2007 11:02:41 AM | | Votes: 1

I have never seen as much attention paid to the launch of any Hyundai. Every site I have visited is peppered with all of the above comments regarding the launch of Hyundai's new rwd coupe.

Hyundai has arrived. Indeed.
— acronis (View Profile)

Posted on 11/11/2007 12:21:03 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1

Also, there is nothing confirming that this is the same engine as the EVO X

Although they all 3 have the engine agreement

There was an article put out that said all but hyundai has used the engine in a car

Hyundai has not as of yet, and that was around the time the "mules" started to show up

So that could have changed
— 1fstmach (View Profile)

Posted on 11/12/2007 8:58:01 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1

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