Hyundai... 3 series fighting RWD compact sport sedan?

Originally Posted by Shamu

What you will get is a Hyundai rear wheel drive compact sedan. No more no less. Best leave BMW out of conversation as it doesn't belong there.

Sort of reminds me of when Hyundai took V8 sedan and raced a 2.7 liter porsche Boxster to prove they had a fast car 0 to 60?

Hyundai as a manufacturer isn't rooted developing performance oriented cars. Korean culture in general doesn't have many motor sports enthusiasts compared to other cultures. Why would anyone expect them to make an exciting car? They have marketing wings in US who help dress up the pigs of cars they make with skirts and lipstick but let's get real, Hyundai isn't going to make a credible 3 series alternative anytime soon.