Comments on: Test Drive: 2009 Hyundai Genesis Sedan

By: Joseph

Joseph — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:45:55 +0000

Question for a current owner that has driven this beauty in the snow …
How does it handle on the highway with fresh slick snow?
How does it handle on side streets that have not been plowed?
How does it handle in a parking spot in the snow?

My ONLY drawback to leasing this is it’s rear wheel drive.
I’ve test drove the new Lincoln MKS, and am on the fence between the 2.
I thank you in advance for any input!

By: Mirak

Mirak — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 17:09:47 +0000

Hyundai has really stepped up their game with their recent line up of vehicles. This brand has come a long way in the last few years.

By: E.M.

E.M. — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 23:26:52 +0000

Profound Technology, Performance & Value

I would like to speak to those of you looking into the underlying science and research and everyone considering the Genesis 4.6 sedan by Hyundai. The Genesis 4.6 is a profound example of what can be accomplished when a world-leading super-corporation decides to enter a market segment â€“ the luxury sedan market â€“ taking on the Germans, English and the Japanese.

The reason Mercedes, BMW, Ferrari, and the guys behind A8, the Jaguar and Aston Martin are quiet right now is because EACH of their cars has key components that, by design, were incorporated into the Genesis 4.6.

FACTS – The Genesis 4.6 comes with the ZF Transmission; it is the best in the world which is why its been in the best Formula-1 Race Cars, and is in MOST of the super-cars as well as some the vehicles mentioned above. Next, the ESC or Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control Technology is â€œagnosticâ€ which is legal speak for engineering that can be found on numerous super-cars and luxury sedans as opposed to just one brand.

In addition to the foregoing, almost each and every component and key element of the Genesis 4.6 is supported by proven science and technology â€“ and in most instances can be found to be THE BEST in its particular function i.e. the ZF titanium strong transmission, the super-high-tech all aluminum 4.6 ltr DOCH engine with CVVT. If thatâ€™s not enough, research the brake and safety components. Instead of 12 inch all the way around they super-sized the front end and assist – just as they do on the baby Lambo. BTW, The baby Lambo also uses a ZF format tranny.

Moreover, the interior design teams, exterior design and paint, aero-dynamics, and even the profound sound system were each individually designed by people believed to be industry leaders in their craft, etc etc etc.

The bottom line, no pun intended, is that youâ€™re going to love the Genesis more and more as you begin to discover that the Genesis is going to sell to the most discriminate auto-enthusiasts because of the sum of its components â€“ a symphony of profound technology â€“ proven best of the best and then incorporated into the design. Luxury consumers today are educated and that’s what Hyundai is counting on.

Moreover, Hyundai is not a little start-up company as stated above but rather is an Asian Dynasty with extensive global power inasmuch as they are among the World’s largest and most technically advanced companies and have accomplished extraordinary things â€“ such as delivering the largest and most technically advanced ocean vessels operating at sea. But they are not just ship builders, car makers or just another global oil giant â€“ these guys provide value to the industries and consumers they serve.

Kudos to the Genesis Team, Well Done!

E.M.
Scottsdale, Az.

Go get your name on the list!!!!

By: DeShawn Stevenson

DeShawn Stevenson — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 19:24:51 +0000

man i haven’t seen this much fury over a hyundai since the cops beat up rodney king

By: Peter Fallow

Peter Fallow — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 18:10:18 +0000

Homie, do you work for Hyundai? Go back and re-read the piece, since when is a 4 out of 5 a bad review? If you really drove it you would know that it doesn’t handle as well as your (or your pop’s) M35. You would also know that adaptive headlamps aren’t that special when they’re on a car aiming for the high-end market. But if that’s what sold you, hey, more power to you. Use that extra money to buy a friend who gives a fuck.

By: iSpec

iSpec — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 17:32:46 +0000

Doh!!!! Who wrote this??!! This is getting 5-stars and has every imaginable safety feature!!! Have you seen the specs?? Oh and it’s 14% more torsionally rigid than the latest 5-Series, has more horsepower/litre than the Lexus 460 and is lighter. Ummmm, this article is a goof. I’ve driven it, I own a M35 and I’ll tell you it’s for real. The 17 speaker Lexicon, adaptive headlamps and the better than BMW ‘i-Drive’ sold me. I pick mine up in a week. I ordered the 3.8 Tech package. I figured I’ll put the $7K I would’ve spent on the Infiniti back in my bank account. Yeah, I know, ‘Hyundai’ but this car is for real.

By: Peter Fallow

Peter Fallow — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:30:17 +0000

All those safety technologies aren’t next generation when compared to what Mercedes, Lexus, Infiniti or even Volvo. No lane departure warning, no distance assist, no intelligent brake assist, no intelligent cruise control.

All that shit is nice, but besides the stiffness factor (pause), they ain’t lookin’ to the future with their safety. But, shit, it costs $37 Gs. Can’t have it all.

By: www.nappyheadinc.com

www.nappyheadinc.com — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 11:58:34 +0000

The front looks like a Benz, and the back reminds me of a Beemer. Very nice lines. By the time it reaches the states, I will probably be able to afford one, lol.

By: D Lincoln

D Lincoln — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 07:38:35 +0000

“The fucked up part is it DO look like a CLS until a CLS pulls up” (C) Katt Williams

By: ConceptVBS

ConceptVBS — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 04:48:22 +0000

Anti-lock brakes

Traction Control

Electronic Brake Force Distribution

Eletronic Stability Control

Electronic Front Seat Headrests (not hydraulic like most others)

A total of 8 advanced second generation airbags

Over 80% use of ultra high tensile strength steel cage

A body that is 12-14% more stiffer than the BMW 5 series

And you say its only got traction control?

By: madderhatter

madderhatter — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 23:57:00 +0000

Just traction control ? You missed all the ABS, ESC, all the side curtain airbags, etc., huh ? Safety features the others haven’t even offered yet, and they’ve had them since the intro of the NF Sonata.

By: Seoul In Your Hole

Seoul In Your Hole — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 23:48:31 +0000

This car number one!!!!! ^_^ ^_^ ^_^