2012 Hyundai Genesis

As Hyundai's first bid to enter the world of construction luxury sedan, the Genesis is one of the most important cars of the brand. He fights with the best of Japan has to offer, including the Lexus GS and Infiniti M, and trying to nose in Germany, Genesis is well executed, well built, and was well received. MotorAuthority a rate of 8 solid 10.



Although Genesis seems a bit slippery on the outside, even negligent, but a Hyundai badge on the front, he manages to be attractive in a discreet way. Its proportions are very good for a big sedan, while details like the grille, headlights and rear bumper design all offer some interest and even continuity in relation to its smaller luxury-oriented models. Inside, the Genesis is quality leather and soft-touch plastic, developed with very tight tolerances, and the same style are reserved on the outside of the center console play leading roles as an host of infotainment system and a big button controller.

In terms of performance, something that all true luxury sedan Genesis should provide many check boxes on the right: the sedan comes standard with a power 333 V-6 engine with a 4.6-liter V-8 good for 385 horses as an update. The R-Spec, new for 2012, beating the 5.0-liter engine and 429 horses. All three are in the task of obtaining a large saloon with ease, even if the V-8, and in particular the engine of the R-Spec, are the choice for those with a taste a little more speed.



The R-Spec is also committed to the suspension significantly - is downright sweet in Genesis models - with a direction, too. Unfortunately, these changes are not enough to improve the performance of Genesis "true sports sedan levels, and body lean is still important despite the trip a bit harsh, management did not feel, and the seats too soft, no real increase. The R-Spec is better used as a powerful cruiser States.

Whichever model you choose Genesis, but you will not run out of space inside: back seat is almost 7-series high, with plenty of legroom with a range of six footers . The front seats offer about as much space, and even large drivers will not find a lack of headroom at any position. The trunk is big enough. Build quality is generally very good with all the strength of the material closing the doors and durability you expect from a luxury sedan.

Hyundai did not skimp on technology for the Genesis, or, with a range of security features including the warning system output, indicators of the parking space, rear view reverse camera, and eight standard airbags. All this technology is good for a security check IIHS Top Pick.

Other technologies can be found in all Genesis sedan includes: Bluetooth, USB connectivity, satellite radio and automatic climate control. Additional options include premium packages and technologies that add many features available on the V-8, including a Lexicon audio system. A navigation system with touch screen and the media console and a controller based on large are also available.