Hyundai Genesis test drive since 2008 sedan
Hyundai Genesis. Injection of character
Hyundai Genesis. Price: from 2,279,000 rubles. On sale: since 2010 How much can the car change through only one generation? If you compare the last two Korean business class sedan, then the answer will be completely and completely!
Test pilot
Mikhail Medvedev, 34 years old, automobile journalist, driving experience of 14 years, personal car - Mazda3
This could become a well -rehearsed performance if it were not just a funny coincidence. The fact is that I went to the hyundai Genesis test drive in the back seat ... his predecessor Hyundai Grandeur. Moreover, the driver was really a coincidence again for my misfortune?! ardent apologet of Korean cars. Having forgotten about manners and etiquette, he almost with foam at his mouth proved to me the advantages of Hyundai over all competitors' models. Starting with the Taganrog AcCent, the nobles of the steering wheel of the steering wheel remembered Elantra, did not forget Sonata, ran through the crossovers and finished his story to Grandeur itself, almost letting out a tear that this beautiful car was removed from production.
I don’t know what rocked me to a greater extent of the driver of the driver or a lullingly soft suspension of Grandeur himself, but from the car after an hour's trip I went sleepy, even though the matches are inserted into my eyes. Who would have thought that after only a few minutes from the drift mood there would be neither a trace nor smoke. The new Hyundai Genesis turned out to be a tonic worse than soluble coffee or a jar of Red Bul. Formally, he, like Grandeur, belongs to the segment of business sedans, but in fact these cars are different, like America and Asia, like CSKA and Spartak, like whiskey and hooks. If the previous model tried, and not to say that it is especially successful, fencing with Camry and Teana, then Genesis without a twinge of conscience challenges premiums like BMW, Lexus and Audi! Boldly? And how! And for courage alone, the car deserves close attention.
Although I must admit that the strict face control of Genesis withstands without difficulty: a very noble and confident appearance. Hyundai may not have enough some immediately recognizable corporate element is true. But after all, the breed is leaving for years. The plus of the car is that the new Genesis new Genesis is not at all like swimming and boring Grandeur.
The lack of a recognizable Hyundai emblem also draws attention. Rather, it takes place, but only on the lid of the trunk, but the radiator grill is decorated with an unfamiliar signature sign. Get used to it: this is a symbol of Genesis itself, which has become a kind of prestigious subbrand in the line of models of the Korean auto giant.
So in the salon, if it gives out the family ties of Genesis and the same Grandeur, then this is only a branded bluish backlight, which, I must say, is slightly annoying. But the musical system from the American Hi-End Brand Lexicon pleases immensely, like the leather decoration of the cabin and the most complete set of equipment, which can be represented for a business class sedan: from parking sensors up to 10 airbags.
But all this is lyrics. Genesis shows the real nature only at high speed, and this is his fundamental difference from the predecessor. The car is built on a completely new, and most importantly, rear -wheel drive platform (at Grandeur, if you were forgotten, the front wheels are leading wheels). Add to this an independent suspension in front and back, a 290-horsepower V-shaped six-l with a volume of 3.8 liters, paired with a 6-speed automatic, instantly reacting to the driver’s orders, and you will receive an athletan that Hyundai has never had. Powerful acceleration from the place, a session of chess on the semi -empty Novorizhi highway, and finally the slalom on the long -shot asphalt snake, adrenaline is torn to the outside. I think that my morning driver has such a style of communication with the car, I would hardly have found approval, as well as the harsh pendant with the imposing Grandeur. But you know ... I, in general, give a damn about the opinion of this loser.
Sports genes
Hyundai Genesis should not particularly surprise very bright riding talents. Indeed, on the same chassis as the sedan, though slightly shortened, has been built by Genesis Coupe, which has been sold in Russia since 2010. Bright from the outside and memorable inside, this two -door also differs with shabby habits of handling. She has a sharp steering wheel, a dense suspension and a system of dynamic stabilization that does not interfere ahead of time. By and large, Genesis Coupe has only one minus, but very significant. The fact is that the car is supplied to our market only with a relatively low-power 213-horsepower 2-liter turbo engine. But in the USA, you can buy a compartment with the same as that of the sedan, V6 3.8, developing 290 hp.
Driving
It is difficult to believe, but a dense suspension and a sharp steering wheel cut a worthy athlete in turn.
Salon
If not for the poisonous blue backlight, the assessment could be higher.
Comfort
The balance is shifted in the direction of the gambling drive, but you can’t call a too hard or noisy car.
Safety
A complete set of all conceivable protective equipment.
Price We are not used to such expensive Hyundai models. But the only equipment includes everything that is possible.
We do not love
For the athlete, the trunk volume is tenth, but, you see, 510 liters are not bad. Solid
A wide sofa is obscured only for two persons. Familiar
The Genesis salon is fully electrified already in the basic version. Standard
Advantages and disadvantages
+ Spectacular appearance, interesting handling, worthy dynamics, exhaustive equipment.
- A prerequisite brand, relatively high base prices.
Specifications
Mark and model - Hyundai Genesis v6 3.8
Dimensions - 4975x1890x1480 mm
Engine - gasoline, 3778 cm3, 290 hp/6200 min -1
Transmission - automatic, 6 -speed
Dynamics - Max 240 km/h; 7 s to 100 km/h
Competitors - BMW 530, Lexus GS300, MB E300
Our opinion
You definitely haven't seen such Hyundai. In Genesis, not only the level of equipment and not even a high price, but a really competent chassis, worthy of comparison with the best representatives of sports business sedans are striking. But it will still be! At the February car dealership in Chicago, Genesis debuted with a 5-liter V8 and an 8-speed automatic transmission. What is it, if not an attack on the BMW M5?
Author: Mikhail Medvedev
Source: Magazine 5 wheel [March 2011]
