2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe...Surprisingly Good?

[4wheelsonline]

The test drivers of CNET.com rated the Genesis coupe 4 out of 5 stars for its "excellent handling and a powerful, efficient engine" and " a very affordable price" (base MSRP: a "low" $29,500). Honestly, do you guys think that the Genesis coupe can stand up with sports cars such as the Evo X or maybe an Impreza?
And what about Hyundai's "rep"? Do you think the Genesis is enough for us car enthusiasts give Hyundai a little respect after their debut with both the Genesis Coupe and sedan?

At first, I thought this car would be just another Tiburon, for better or for worse.

Here's the link for the Genesis Review:
2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 Track Coupe/Hatchback reviews - CNET Reviews

Here's additional info about the car:

Hyundai stuck to its promise of aggressive pricing, making the V6 model of the car the least expensive 300 horsepower coupe in the world. The four-cylinder model has a starting price of just $22,000. That will buy you the most basic configuration, equipped with a 210-horsepower, 2.0-liter turbocharged engine. If you're looking for some more power, you'll have to pony up $25,000 for the the 306-horsepower, 3.8-liter, V6 engine model.

[clutch-monkey]

i find it amusing that it's hyundai that beat nissan to an affordable, RWD turbocharged coupe..

[Ferrer]

Here's additional info about the car:

Hyundai stuck to its promise of aggressive pricing, making the V6 model of the car the least expensive 300 horsepower coupe in the world. The four-cylinder model has a starting price of just $22,000. That will buy you the most basic configuration, equipped with a 210-horsepower, 2.0-liter turbocharged engine. If you're looking for some more power, you'll have to pony up $25,000 for the the 306-horsepower, 3.8-liter, V6 engine model.

The V6 Camaro actually starts at $23,040.

[LeonOfTheDead]

The V6 Camaro actually starts at $23,040.

and you also get some free wheel weights.

[mister_playboy]

The turbo four could use another 20 or 30 bhp, given the weight of the car. I think that would still leave enough difference in power for the V6 to be appealing. The two model appeal to different demographics, anyway.

This car seem very promising and I hope it is successful.

[2ndclasscitizen]

It'd be piss easy to get 20-30hp more out of it, re-mapping the ECU would nearly do that on it's own.

[cargirl1990]

I realised a few years back, I just didn't think it would happen this fast.

i think many car enthusiasts have realized that Hyundia is going to sometime or later run the big boys out of the game and beat them at their own game and make them eat their words. i hope that made sense.