2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Review

The Hyundai Genesis Coupe is not merely a shortened, two-door, four-passenger version of the larger, four-door, five-passenger Hyundai Gene...

The Hyundai Genesis Coupe is not merely a shortened, two-door, four-passenger version of the larger, four-door, five-passenger Hyundai Genesis sedan. Using rear-wheel drive makes it a driver's car. The Genesis Coupe was launched as a 2010 model. Rear-wheel drive is generally regarded as being better for sporty handling than front-wheel drive, and the Genesis takes advantage of this. Model Lineup The 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe comes in two basic models: Genesis Coupe 2.0T and Genesis Coupe 3.8. Similarly, the 3.8 R-Spec is strictly manual, while the 3.8 Grand Touring comes with a 6-speed automatic with Shiftronic. The 3.8 Track comes standard with the manual and offers the 6-speed automatic as an option .

Buyers after an affordable rear-wheel drive sports car with brilliant handling and a powerful engine have never had so many worthy options to choose from. Customers can select from a punchy turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder or a powerful 3.8-liter V-6. Note if modifying cars is your thing, the turbo four has loads of potential and could easily be tuned for more power.

In standard trim, the base four-cylinder engine offers 210 horsepower and 223 pound-feet of torque. The 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe offers predictable rear-wheel drive handling and is a joy to drive. Six different trim levels are offered on the car but for performance buffs there’s only one choice: the R Spec. The 3.8-equipped models are similarly equipped as the 2.0 models, but the 3.8 Grand Touring comes with leather upholstery, heated front seats and rear parking sensors.

With a unique interior design, the Hyundai Genesis Coupe offers a comfortable driving position, although the low seating design limits visibility.18-inch aluminum wheels come with the base models, but the 2.0T R-Spec trim comes with 19-inch wheels and summer tires.
2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

The 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe offers two different engines, the turbocharged 2.0-liter four cylinders and a 3.8-liter V6. An available five-speed automatic with manual shift capability drops the fuel economy to 20/30/23. The V6 is rated at an EPA-estimated 17/26/20 mpg with the manual transmission, while the automatic transmission improves highway fuel efficiency to 27 mpg.

Standard antilock disc brakes with added brake as sit help the 3.8 Track model stop in just 111 feet, although the Track model does include the upgraded Brembo brakes and performance tires from the R-Spec package. Front-seat side airbags, side curtain airbags and active head restraints up front round out the list of included safety features on the Hyundai Genesis Coupe.

With excellent handling even on the base models and even better steering offered by the performance-minded 2.0 R-Spec and 3.8 Track packages, the 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe offers a very capable combination of performance and ride quality in an affordable package.

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