2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (Long thread warning)

[ZMan8]

Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

That's why I say keep the leather. 86 the power... it reduces weight which helps performance anyway.

18000 enthusiasts annually

900,000/22= 40,909 average per year and the 900k number is from 2011.

[red6spd]

3.8L DI V6 that makes only 16hp more then a base Z and 2hp less then the Nismo which both use a 3.7L V6 no DI. Not very impressed.

[Cmike2780]

.....But, I like the power & heated seats. I drive it year round, almost every day. I even like how the adjustment controls are on the right side. It's probably just me, but I to adjust it a lot. I like to sit more reclined if I'm driving on the highway. The purpose of power seats isn't the ability to recline all the way anyways. Its to make adjustments easier.

[blinkme323]

I'm a Z guy through and through, but you have to at least give props to Hyundai for pushing forward and making progressive improvements to the car. Unlike Nissan who has sat by idly for the last 4 years.

[Cmike2780]

Originally Posted by blinkme323

I'm a Z guy through and through, but you have to at least give props to Hyundai for pushing forward and making progressive improvements to the car. Unlike Nissan who has sat by idly for the last 4 years.

I don't think Nissan has been idle per say. I think they are playing it safe considering the Z isn't selling as they originally projected. Look at the design cycle for the Corvette. I would hardly call the face transplant progress either.

Hyundai just has a lot to prove and taking huge risk to put a higher quality in the eyes of the public. It could be their downfall though. Their strongest draw was price. The 2013 Gen Coupe is a wooping $2,000 or more, pretty much across the board than the current model. Yes there's a performance increase, but you will be paying for it.

[Limeybastard]

Originally Posted by blinkme323

I'm a Z guy through and through, but you have to at least give props to Hyundai for pushing forward and making progressive improvements to the car. Unlike Nissan who has sat by idly for the last 4 years.

Am I the only one that believes Hyandai is / was cloning the Z with their genesis coupe?

[Zbrah]

Why do you think so? Is it because both come with two doors and four wheels? Please enlighten us

[Limeybastard]

Originally Posted by Zbrah

Why do you think so? Is it because both come with two doors and four wheels? Please enlighten us

I don't have anything to back up my theory at this moment. However I noticed over the years of living in the USA ( lots of Hyundai's here ) that their shapes resemble other Japanese makers. An example. Their latest Santa fe looks a little like the CX 5 they also got a station wagon out that looks like a Volvo. Also the KIA forte looks like a civic.

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[Cmike2780]

Originally Posted by Zbrah

Why do you think so? Is it because both come with two doors and four wheels? Please enlighten us

It's no secret that Hyundai's design concept has always been about creating similar cars to their Japanese counterparts. They were using the G37/350z/370z as their benchmark when developing the Genesis Coupe. It's something all companies do. The original design is unmistakeably inpired by the G37, which in my opinion is not a bad thing. Call it what you want, Hyundai wanted to create something similar to Nissan...again, not a bad thing. If they merely wanted a two door, they would have stayed with the Tiburon. Hyundai's lineup use to be a bunch of lame imitation until recently. Japanese companies were the same at their beginnings...taking cues from European cars. The original Z was inspired by the likes of Jaguar, Porsche and Ferrari...don't take it personally, lol.

[Firebase99]

Originally Posted by Limeybastard

Am I the only one that believes Hyandai is / was cloning the Z with their genesis coupe?

After owning both I see/feel VERY little resemblance. The Z is a far superior performer in EVERY aspect. Much more aggressive and focused. The Genesis is a Grand Touring, no matter what model you choose. I love it, I really do. I do miss the Z though.

[Zbrah]

Nah, I wasn't taking anything personally. I agree with Firebase. I also owned both, and have driven a few 3.8 GC during my time. There is absolutely zero resemblance between the Z and GC, none, nada. Performance and quality, the Z is on another level.

[Firebase99]

Originally Posted by Zbrah

Nah, I wasn't taking anything personally. I agree with Firebase. I also owned both, and have driven a few 3.8 GC during my time. There is absolutely zero resemblance between the Z and GC, none, nada. Performance and quality, the Z is on another level.

I have a '14 3.8 Genesis Coupe, quality is FANTASTIC, on par or better than the Z. Interior, theres no comparison, not even close, the 3.8 is far superior. No where near as fast or sharp but again, for my commute to work at 5am, in Florida traffic, im willing to give up some speed for comfort.

[shadoquad]

The GenCoupe is a fun alternative to think about when cross shopping this segment. I even liked the first generation one. It's a good move for Hyundai.

That said, I bought the Nissan over it for a few reasons, one of which was feel and handling, another was perceived build quality, and a few other subjective things like looks.

Even if a few numbers look prettier on paper, this is why we test drive and compare. I think the Z is nicer, but John Q Consumer doesn't have to agree.

[Waiz]

Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

The Z needs a 3.4ltr Twin-turbocharged motor

Of everything you posted OP, I would say this is the most feasible

[jeffc68]

I just traded in my 2011 Genesis Coupe Track Edition for the 370z. The Genesis is a great car for the price but not in the same category as the 370z.

I did love all the features, power and warranty for the 29k I paid for it.

The genesis doesn't handle or perform like the Z and feels alittle bloated.