The Hyundai Genesis (Korea: ????? ) is a luxury four-door sedan, five-seater, rear-wheel-drive manufactured and marketed by Hyundai since 2008 and now in its second generation.
It was introduced in concept form at the 2007 New York International Auto Show and was internally designated as a BH model. It is estimated that it will cost $ 533 million to develop. Hyundai started marketing the first generation Genesis worldwide (with the exception of Europe) in 2008, as a "premium sport sedan".
The second generation Genesis (internally designated as a DH model) debuted in Seoul, Korea in November 2013 followed by the International Automotive exhibition of North America and Toronto 2014. It is marketed worldwide.
The name Genesis reflects Hyundai's first revenue into the luxury market segment.
On November 4, 2015, Hyundai officially announced the Genesis brand will be split into Genesis Motors, the new luxury vehicle division for Hyundai. The leap into the luxurious, luxurious luxury brand comes on the heels marked a success in the luxury market, paired with consumer demand for the Genesis name. Hyundai Genesis was rebranded in 2017 as Genesis G80 .
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Development and design
Introduced in March 2007 as the "Genesis Concept", this sedan was designed by Hyundai as "a progressive interpretation of the modern rear-wheel drive sport sedan". Hyundai fabricated the idea for Genesis in 2003. The body design took three years and the total program cost was $ 500 million over a 23-month development period. Reliability test is valid for 800,000 miles.
Hyundai reportedly compares the BMW 5 Series sedan (E60) during the Genesis development; the company's press release shows the Genesis body in white color exceeds BMW in torsional stiffness by 14%. Genesis production of the sedan received a five star accidents rating in each category of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Hyundai is marketing the Genesis as offering "BMW 5-Series performance and 7-Series interior packaging at a 3-Series price".
Reviewing Genesis 4.6 on US introduction, automotive journalist Dan Neil called the absence of brand emblems in front of Genesis "a move that undermines the grammar of luxury".
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First generation (BH; 2008-2013)
The incident was announced in Seoul and then unveiled at the 2008 North American International Car Show. The first generation is marketed worldwide except in the European market.
Equipment includes speed-sensitive rack-and-pinion steering, four-wheel disc brakes, multi-link front and 5-link rear suspension; and three engine options, depending on the market: A V8 with 53% front/rear 47% distribution and two V6 engines with 52% front/48% rear weight distribution.
In the US introduction, standard features include cruise control, automatic headlamps, dual-zone automatic air conditioning, leather and steering seats, front seats with power settings, power windows, door locks and mirrors, keyless entry and long-distance entries, and a seven-speaker audio system with XM satellite radio.
Two Lexicon-branded audio audio systems offer optional 7.1 and 14 or 17 speakers.
Drivetrains
The Tau V8 is Hyundai's first domestic V8 engine. For the 2008-09 model year, the 4.6 liter engine produces 375 horsepower (280 kW) at 6,500 rpm and 333 lb ft (451 N m) at 3,500 rpm. Introduced as a mid-year shift for the 2010 model, the 4.6 L V8 now produces 385 horsepower (287 kW) at 6,500 rpm, without changes in torque output: 333 lb-ft at 3,500 rpm. These figures are achieved using premium fuel. V8 can also run regularly without lead, in this case the 2010-11 model produces 378 horsepower (282 kW) and 324 lb-ft. For the V8 model, Hyundai has reported 0-60 mph times less than 6 seconds. Car and Driver reported a 0-60 mph time of 5.3 seconds while Trend Motor reported a 0-60 mph time in 5.5 seconds in their October 2008 edition.
Lambda 3.8 L V6 is available in Korean and North American models. In Korean spec, the engine generates 306 horsepower (228 kW). In US specifications, this engine produces 290 hp (216 kW) at 6,200 rpm (up to 333 hp in GDi specification) and 264 lb ft (358 N m) at 4,500 rpm. Trend Motor reports a 0-60 mph time in 5.9 seconds.
Lambda 3.3 L V6 is available in some markets, producing 264 horsepower (197 kW).
In North America, Genesis V8 powered features a standard 6-speed ZF 6HP26 automatic transmission from ZF Friedrichshafen (same as the unit found in 2004-2010 BMW 5 Series), with the V6 model base receiving Hyundai produced 6-speed automatic. Each engine is designed for regular class gasoline.
The South Korean model includes a choice of Lambda 3.3 GDi, Lambda 3.8 GDi engine.
The US model includes a choice of 3.8 Lambda GDi, Tau 4.6 MPi (390PS), 5.0 Tau GDi engine.
The Canadian model includes a choice of 3.8 Lambda GDi engine, 5.0 Tau GDi (R-Spec only).
Security
Standard safety features include dual front airbags, front and rear side airbags, side-curtain airbags, ABS, brake assist, EBD, traction control, and electronic stability control.
- US. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 2009 Genesis:
- Frontal Driver:
- Frontal Passenger:
- Side Driver:
- Rear Side Passengers:
- Rollover:
- "2009-2010 Top Safety Pick" Award by the US Insurance Institute for Road Safety model mfg after November 2008
- The 5.0-liter direct-injected Tau V8 engine is now exclusive to the R-Spec 5.0 model
- The standard 5.0-liter model is no longer available
- 4.6-liter V8 is no longer available
- 3.8 liter V6 is available in three equipment configurations
- New optional eight-inch touch screen with enhanced multi-media navigation and controller and Driver Information System (DIS)
- Hyundai Blue Link telematics is available with Ultimate Navigation package
- Named one of the top five luxury sedans in 2008 by the National Automobile Dealers Association
- USA Today says Hyundai proves it is master of luxury 2008
- Named as "Top Content Upper Class" from Consumer Reports (2009)
- Premium premium car No. 1 with APEAL JD Power 2009 study (beating the BMW 5 Series, Jaguar XF),
- Given 9.5 out of 10 points in 2009 by Edmunds.com, which states it has a cabin similar to a top-of-the-line Lexus, but shows a lack of "brand stamp" as its main weakness
- According to Edmunds.com in 2009: "With the badges removed, the Genesis can easily pass as Lexus or Mercedes-Benz, though we doubt many people are aware-the brand will give Hyundai a second look."
- Named 2009 Car of North America of the Year
- Top ranking in JD Power's Vehicle Launch Index (VLI),
- Automotive, Performance, Execution Award by J.D. Power,
- Car of the Year by Autotropolis.com,
- Named the award-winning 2009 AutoPacific ideal vehicle
- Recognized as the best new model for 2009 by Kiplinger Personal Finance
- Winning the top Security Award by the US Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS),
- Cars.com New Cars of 2009
- Luxury and Value on the Best New Car List 2009 by About.com,
- Car of the Year at the 2009 Urban Wheels Award by Wheels Media,
- Named "Luxury Car Top 5 for 2009" & amp; "Car of the Month (April)" & amp; "Buy the Best Car" by the US National Car Dealers Association (NADAguides.com),
- "Best Bet" 2009 Award from The Car Book,
- Won the MyRide/Autobytel Editor Ratings award 2009
- Named Consumer Guide recommended buying 2009,
- Consumers digest (luxury segment) 2009 best purchase,
- Top 40 American New Cars with Motor Trends 2009,
- Rated to have the highest residual value by the 2009 Automotive Rental Guide According to the editor-in-chief blog Trend Motor, "Hyundai Genesis: A Detroit Car Can Now Just Dreaming Building?", The Genesis barely won the 2009 Motor Trend of the Year title car.
- Hyundai Genesis sedan was awarded as the segment leader for the 2009 near-class car class car by Strategic Vision
- AutoPacific 2009 consumer auto-satisfaction survey of Hyundai owners puts Genesis above its class in Award research (VSA).
- Named "Best Luxury Sedan" at MotorWeek's 2009 Driver Options Award.
- Named 2009 North American Car of the Year, the first for Hyundai.
- Winning the 2009 Canadian Car of the Year after winning the Best New Luxury Car category under $ 50,000.
- Won the 2009 Year Car award by Autoworld China magazine.
- The Tau Hyundai V8 engine received the Best Ward Machine 10 award.
- Named "Best Deal for the Boss" in Cars.com 2010 Best Annual Lifestyle Vehicle Award
- Based on automotive journalists' reviews, The Genesis received an 89% score on Seven Car Garage, making it one of the most reviewed cars in its class.
- Official website of Hyundai Genesis: Global, US, South Korea (in Korean)
Marketing
As part of the US product launch, Hyundai Motor America and Carbonfund.org launched the Genesis Forest Project at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show, to offset the first year of emissions for all Hyundai Genesis 2009 sedans sold in the United States. The Genesis Forest Project is retroactively applied to all sales of the 2009 Genesis sedan, which begins in June, and continues until the end of the year.
update model year 2010
The Premium Navigation Package replaces the previous Premium Plus Package which is mainly upgraded to 18-inch alloy wheels, still part of this new package.
For 2010, Genesis 4.6 liter is only available in one trim, with all packages made standard, including the Technology package. The car also received the engine a little up and down as a mid-year change, with a 4.6-liter V8 producing 385 horsepower (287 kW) at 6500 rpm and 333 lb-ft of torque equal at 3500 rpm.
update 2012 model year
The US model was released as a model vehicle of 2012. Engine options include 3.8 Lambda GDi, 4.6 Tau MPi (390PS), 5.0 Tau GDi for R-Spec. Transmission changed to 8-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC.
5.0 R-Spec (2011-2014 )
This model includes the new GDi 5.0 Tau engine, a choice of three exterior colors and a black interior.
Genesis 5.0 Includes Genesis 4.6, plus 19-inch Premium Machined Finish wheels with P235/45R19 tires, Unique headlights with dark chrome inserts, Sport-tuned suspension calibration, Unique R-Spec embroidered carpet, R-Spec rear deck lid badging, removed Woodgrain from leather steering wheel.
The vehicle was unveiled in Seoul.
Transmission (2012-2014)
All models include 8-speed automatic transmission with manual mode SHIFTRONIC.
update 2012 model year
Changes to the US model include:
2014 model year update
Recent changes to the US model before the new generation were introduced included greater connectivity options via the Hyundai Blue Link interface, some revised controls, new body exterior colors (Santiago Silver, not Platinum Metallic), 18-inch wheels as standard on the model base, and telematics services Connected Care Assurance Assurance is a standard for three years on all Genesis 2014 sedans equipped with Blue Link.
Second generation (DH; 2015-2016)
The second generation of Genesis is reviewed by the concept of "Hyundai HCD-14 Genesis" at NAIAS 2013. The vehicle was unveiled in Seoul, Korea, followed by the 2014 North American International Auto Show and then the Toronto Auto Show 2014.
Early models include a choice of four engines (Lambda 3.0 GDi, Lambda 3.3 GDi, Lambda 3.8 GDi, Tau 5.0 GDi), rear or all-wheel-drive. All models include an eight-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode and a five-star safety rating.
Machine
Marketing
The full production version went on sale in South Korea on January 8, 2008 in Hyundai's home market, South Korea. Notably, the Korean Genesis market does not carry the Hyundai badges, only the 'Genesis' symbol.
Hyundai has been criticized by Korean consumers over price differences between the US and Korean markets. Yonhap reported the Genesis fee "? 58.3 million (US $ 57,000) in Korea, while in the US it sold for $ 32,000." This has led to accusations of dumping and growing markets in Genesises that are reacted by gray market dealers. The Korean regulator is currently investigating whether Hyundai has abused 75% of its domestic market share. However, Hyundai cars in South Korea have more options available and that may be the reason for the mark-up.
Marketed as Hyundai Genesis in the US and Canada, this vehicle is the largest and strongest car ever marketed Hyundai there before the launch of Equus.
The Genesis sedan went on sale in the US in August 2008. In the first five months of its sale, Genesis was lacking in a competitive US market selling only 6,167 units. According to Hyundai, Genesis saw sales of only 1,297 units in its first full-month sales and the company is expected to move about 8,000 units from US showrooms by the end of 2008. In 2009, Genesis sold 21,889 units in the US (combined sedan and coupe).
There is an internal discussion within Hyundai about creating a separate brand to showcase Genesis sedans as well as coming soon Equus sedans in North America, but due to the expensive costs and potential delays Genesis and Equus remain marked with the Hyundai brand until 2016 By the end of 2016, the Genesis brand became detached from Hyundai in United States of America.
Sold as Hyundai Rohens in China, the opening was at the Beijing International Automotive Fair, 2008. Sales began in August 2008.
The incident was not marketed initially in Europe because of Lexus's failure to flourish in Europe. According to a September 2007 article at Tradingmarkets.com, "in the eyes of European luxury vehicle buyers, Hyundai sedans are considered to have poor image and unreliable durability compared to its competitors." "The planned Genesis launch comes at a time when Hyundai is trying to unleash its bad brand image, known for its generous assurance and low price."
The latest events will be sold in Europe, priced around EUR65,000 in Germany.
Events are sold in Latin America in Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Colombia, Chile and Peru, offering versions with 3.3 and 3.8 liter engines, and in Brazil only with 3.8 liter engines.
Australia is the first country in the region to receive the Genesis sedan, which arrives in November 2014.
Coupe
A rear-wheel drive sports car from Hyundai, dubbed Hyundai Genesis Coupe and sharing platform and name Genesis Sedan, was launched at the 2008 New York International Automotive Exhibition.
Awards
The Genesis sedan has received many awards and recognition. Among them:
References
External links
Source of the article : Wikipedia
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