Hyundai to Unveil Concept Genesis Premium Sports Sedan at NY Auto Show
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Rear-Wheel Drive and V-8 Engine Promise World Class Dynamics and Refinement
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA - March 26, 2007: Hyundai will present the world debut of Concept Genesis during a press conference at the New York International Auto Show on April 4. The concept car heralds the future architecture and design of a rear-wheel drive premium sports sedan scheduled to grace the Hyundai lineup in 2008.
"Concept Genesis extends our product range into new territories from a performance, design and packaging perspective," said Steve Wilhite, chief operating officer, Hyundai Motor America. "When it arrives in 2008 it will catapult Hyundai into competition against some potent rivals, and Genesis is up for the challenge."
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"Concept Genesis is a manifestation of Hyundai's extraordinary desire to deliver world-class products across all model segments," said John Krafcik, vice president, Product Development and Strategic Planning, Hyundai Motor America. "With Genesis, we've got a unique product position -- an all-new, highly capable, rear-wheel drive platform; a high-performance powertrain; and premium, progressive design -- all at a price starting well under $30,000."
NEW REAR-WHEEL-DRIVE ARCHITECTURE IS A FIRST FOR THE U.S.
Concept Genesis features a rear-wheel-drive architecture, its first
application in a U.S. Hyundai model. Rear-wheel drive provides a 53:47
front/rear weight distribution for optimal handling as well as more refined
steering characteristics. Concept Genesis' premium handling and steering
performance is further controlled by Electronic Stability Control (ESC),
the industry's most important new safety technology. Hyundai leads all
popular car brands in the standard application of ESC, with more than 70
percent of 2007 Hyundai sales volume featuring this life-saving technology
as standard equipment. ESC continually analyzes road speed, steering
input, throttle position, lateral yaw rate and other factors. An onboard
microprocessor determines if the vehicle is starting to understeer or
oversteer, and can brake appropriate wheels and reduce engine power to keep
the vehicle safely on course.
Utilizing ultra high-tensile steel in critical areas in the unibody provides Concept Genesis with a 12-14 percent higher dynamic torsional rigidity and a lower body-in-white weight than the BMW 5-series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class. This stiffer, lighter, larger body provides a terrific foundation for world-class dynamics and lowering noise levels inside the vehicle.
TAU V-8 POWERTRAIN
Adding to the Concept Genesis' performance factor is the all-new Tau
4.6-liter V8 engine mated to a ZF 6-speed automatic transmission with
SHIFTRONIC(R) manual control and a limited-slip differential. The Tau
delivers well over 300 horsepower to fit the demands of
performance-oriented consumers. This powertrain combination will launch
Genesis to 60 miles per hour in well under six seconds. The Tau engine is
built with flexibility for the future. Future Tau variants may offer
larger displacement, forced induction options and other technology
enhancements.
INNOVATIVE AND SOPHISTICATED SPORT-TUNED SUSPENSION
Genesis features a suspension design that is among the most
sophisticated and refined anywhere, at any price. The front five-link
suspension features upper and lower arms linking the front wheels to the
chassis. This artfully articulated arrangement creates a virtual king pin
axis which dramatically reduces unwanted kickback through the steering
wheel as well as improving responsiveness. The five-link independent rear
suspension is equally sophisticated, enabling precise suspension geometry
for an incredible level of ride and handling prowess. The capabilities of
the advanced front and rear-suspension are maximized through driver
selectable dynamic settings allowing tailored ride and handling
characteristics according to need ... or desire.
MODERN DESIGN
Genesis' design is a progressive interpretation of the modern rear-wheel
drive sports sedan. To match its dynamic powertrain capabilities, Genesis
combines strong, sculpted forms which integrate precise details, natural
materials and innovative lighting to provide a well-crafted, premium design
aesthetic.
SAFETY FEATURES
Maintaining Hyundai's emphasis on delivering leading safety technology,
Concept Genesis boasts world class active and passive safety features to
both prevent accidents, and maximize the well being of its occupants in the
event of a collision. The Genesis continues the Hyundai tradition of
standardizing key life-saving active safety technology such as Electronic
Stability Control (ESC) with traction control, eight airbags and active
headrests.
Concept Genesis is brought to a halt by large four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes with Brake Assist and Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD). The 12.6-inch front rotors have single-piston floating calipers and the rear brakes feature 12.4-inch rotors with single-pistons.
TECHNOLOGY
* Advanced adaptive cruise control * Navigation with backup camera
* Electronic Stability Control * Electric parking brake
* Eight airbags * Bluetooth technology
* Heat / cool seats * USB / Auxiliary input jack
* High Intensity Discharge (HID) * HD Radio(TM) Receiver
headlamps with adaptive leveling
* Push-button start * XM Satellite Radio(R)
* Infinity(R) Discrete Surround
Audio System
GENESIS PREMIUM SPORTS SEDAN SPECIFICATIONS
* Configuration: FR Engine * Top speed: 130 mph (restricted)
RWD Sport Sedan
* Wheelbase: 2935 mm / 115.6 inches * Recommended fuel: Unleaded
* Overall length: * Transmission type: ZF 6-speed
5005 mm / 197.0 inches automatic with SHIFTRONIC manual
control
* Overall width: * Suspension: Front multi-link
1863 mm / 73.3 inches (5-link) / Rear multi-link
(5-link)
* Overall height: * Stabilizer bar (front/rear):
1490 mm / 58.7 inches 26 mm/18 mm
* Track, f/r: 1575 mm / 62.0 inches, * Weight distribution front
1580 mm / 62.2 inches to rear: 53:47
* Wheels: 20-inch multi-spoke * Brakes: Power-assisted 4-wheel
disc
* Engine type: V8 * Front brake diameter (mm / in):
320 / 12.6 ventilated disc
* Estimated horsepower: Well * Rear brake diameter (mm / in):
over 300HP 314 / 12.4 solid disc
* Estimated torque: Over 300 lb. ft * Steering type: Speed-sensing
rack-and-pinion
* Displacement: 4,627 cc * Steering ratio: 14.86
* Block material: High pressure die
casting aluminum block
* Cylinder head material: Aluminum
* Valvetrain: Dual Over Head
Cam (DOHC)
* Valve timing: Continuous variable
valve timing
* Variable induction system
* Fuel delivery: Multi-port
fuel injection
* Bore & stroke: 92 x 87
Estimated 0-60 mph: well under 6.0 seconds