The 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0T R-Spec is on the right track with its low price ($24,500), but it falls short in the bang department with a poky turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and unrefined handling.
The V-6-powered Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 also comes in R-Spec garb, but we have yet to test that version. Rear-wheel-drive coupes like the 2011 Chevrolet Camaro V-6 and 2011 Ford Mustang V-6 handle more predictably.
Rounding out the R-Spec package is a Brembo braking system and limited-slip differential. The pricier Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0T Premium is a feature-laden model with all the aforementioned options, sans the R-Spec's performance upgrades.
Standard safety features include front and side-impact airbags, side curtain airbags, an electronic stability system with traction control, and active head restraints.
The 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe features improved interior materials, including padded door armrests, softer leather for the leather-wrapped steering wheel and more chrome accents for the instrument panel. Though it shares its name with the larger Genesis luxury sedan, the Hyundai Genesis Coupe is a considerably different type of car. It follows the basic formula for a high-performance coupe with its sleek styling, rear-wheel drive and a pair of small backseats.
Thankfully the Hyundai Genesis Coupe has the goods to back it up. With either power plant the Hyundai Genesis Coupe provides some of the best handling you'll find in a sport coupe, with precise steering and plenty of cornering grip.
The 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is a performance coupe available in six trim levels: 2.0T, 2.0T R-Spec, 2.0T Premium, 3.8 R-Spec, 3.8 Grand Touring and 3.8 Track.
The base 2.0T comes standard with 18-inch cast-aluminum wheels, keyless entry, tilt (but not telescoping) steering column, air-conditioning, full power accessories, cruise control, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, trip computer, Bluetooth and a CD/MP3 stereo with USB/iPod connectivity and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls.
The 2.0T Premium loses the R-Spec's performance hardware and instead comes with a sunroof, automatic headlights, power driver seat, keyless ignition/entry, auto-dimming rearview mirror, automatic climate control, an upgraded audio system plus a navigation system.
The rear-wheel-drive Hyundai Genesis Coupe is powered by either a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-4 engine (in 2.0T models) or a 3.8-liter V6 (in 3.8 models). For the 2.0T, Hyundai offers either a six-speed manual transmission or a five-speed automatic with manual shift control. For the 3.8 models, there's the manual or a six-speed automatic, also with manual shift control.
EPA estimated fuel economy for the 2.0T is 21 mpg city/30 mpg highway and 24 mpg combined with the manual transmission.
The 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe comes standard with stability control, antilock disc brakes with brake assist, front-seat side airbags, active front head restraints and full-length side curtain airbags.
The front seats are superbly shaped for both enthusiastic driving and long-distance cruising.
On the road, the 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is notably impressive for its excellent body control, responsive steering and sophisticated ride quality.
Buyers after an affordable rear-wheel drive sports car with brilliant handling and a powerful engine have never had so many worthy options to choose from. Customers can select from a punchy turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder or a powerful 3.8-liter V-6. Note, if modifying cars is your thing, the turbo four has loads of potential and could easily be tuned for more power.
In standard trim, the base four-cylinder engine offers 210 horsepower and 223 pound-feet of torque. The 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe offers predictable rear-wheel drive handling and is a joy to drive. Six different trim levels are offered on the car but for performance buffs there’s only one choice: the Hyundai Genesis Coupe R Spec.
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