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Hyundai Genesis 4.6 i V8 (373 Hp)
Overall Rating
Hyundai Genesis:
The Hyundai Genesis is an executive car manufactured and marketed by Hyundai Motor Company over two generations from 2008 until 2016, before it was renamed the Genesis G80. It is a five-passenger, four-door, rear- or all-wheel-drive sedan.
Introduced in concept form at the 2007 New York International Auto Show, and internally designated as the BH model, the Genesis was expected to cost $533 million to develop. Hyundai began marketing the first generation Genesis worldwide in 2008 as a "premium sports sedan". The second generation Genesis debuted in Seoul, Korea in November 2013 followed by the 2014 North American International Auto Show and Toronto Auto Show....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Genesis Overview:
Hyundai Genesis (Genesis). With 439 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1820 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The first-generation Hyundai Genesis (BH) was not tested by Euro NCAP. However, it achieved excellent safety ratings in the US, including a 5-star overall rating from NHTSA and was an IIHS Top Safety Pick.
4.6 i V8 (373 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Delivers truly impressive performance with abundant power and effortless acceleration, offering a luxurious and engaging driving experience.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a large V8, fuel economy is the lowest among the lineup. It prioritizes power and refinement over efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional value for money compared to European rivals
- • Smooth, quiet, and comfortable ride quality
- • Powerful V8 engine option for strong performance
- • Well-appointed interior with good standard features
- • Solid reliability record for its class
Cons:
- • Brand perception not as prestigious as established luxury marques
- • Not as dynamically engaging as some German competitors
- • V8 fuel economy can be high
- • Interior design, while comfortable, lacked unique flair for some
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | Genesis |
| Generation: | Genesis |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.6 i V8 (373 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2008 |
| End of production: | 2013 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 373 Hp @ 6500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 80.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 439 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | TAU |
| Engine displacement: | 4627 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.5 l |
| Coolant: | 11.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 87 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.5 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.9 kg/Hp, 204.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.1 kg/Nm, 241.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1820 |
| Max. weight: | 2320 |
| Max load: | 500 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 510 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 77 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4975 mm mm |
| Width: | 1890 mm mm |
| Height: | 1480 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2935 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1604 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1620 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 235/50 R18 |
| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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