4.6 liter V8 with well over 300hp
ZF 6 speed automatic transmission
Limited Slip Differential
0-60 in well under 6 seconds
12 to 14% better torsional rigidity than BMW 5 series and Mercedes E class
53:47 Front/Rear Weight Distribution
Just a few of the statistics for Hyundai's new sedan concept, the Genesis. The vehicle should go into production in 2008, looking nearly identical to the concept pictures below.
Every year, Hyundai has become more competitive with it's lineup of vehicles. I can only imagine whose customers they will steal now with an affordable V8 sedan. Detroits already in enough trouble, but I bet that some lower model Mercedes, BMW, and Lexus buyers might get pulled away as well. It's offering 5 series and E class space and power for sub 3 series, IS, or C-class price. Driving dynamics should determine how much damage this new Hyundai can really do.
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