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• Rear-Wheel Drive, V-8 Engine Deliver World Class Dynamics and Refinement
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(NEW YORK) Today, Hyundai Motor presented the world debut of Concept Genesis during a press conference at the New York International Auto Show. 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.
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Concept Genesis rides on a prototype of Hyundai´s all-new rear-wheel drive platform, signaling the brand´s desire to broaden its appeal to discerning driving enthusiasts. Genesis is powered by Hyundai´s newly developed Tau DOHC 32-valve V-8 powertrain. Concept Genesis marks the beginning of premium performance for the Hyundai brand.
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ALL-NEW REAR-WHEEL-DRIVE ARCHITECTURE
Genesis´ premium handling and steering performance is further enhanced 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.
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All-New Tau v-8 powertrain
Adding to Concept Genesis´ performance resume is the all-new Tau 4.6-liter V8 engine, mated to a ZF 6-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONICÒ manual control and a limited-slip differential. The Tau delivers well over 300 horsepower, enough to launch Genesis to 60 miles per hour in well under six seconds.
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MODERN DESIGN
Genesis´ design is a progressive interpretation of the modern rear-wheel drive sport 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.
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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.
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SAFETY FEATURES
Maintaining Hyundai's emphasis on delivering leading safety technology, Concept Genesis boasts world class active and passive safety features, including an advanced adaptive cruise control system. 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.
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TECHNOLOGY
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Advanced adaptive cruise control |
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Electronic Stability Control |
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Eight airbags |
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Heated / cooled seats |
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High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps with |
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adaptive leveling |
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Push-button start |
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Navigation with backup camera |
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Electric parking brake |
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Bluetooth technology |
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USB / Auxiliary input jack |
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HDÒ radio |
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XM Satellite Radio |
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GENESIS PREMIUM SPORTS SEDAN SPECIFICATIONS
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Configuration: FR Engine RWD Sport Sedan |
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Wheelbase: 2935 mm/115.6 inches |
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Overall length: 5005 mm/197.0 inches |
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Overall width: 1863 mm/73.3 inches |
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Overall height: 1490 mm/58.7 inches |
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Track, f/r: 1575 mm/62.0 inches,
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1580 mm/62.2 inches |
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Wheels: 20-inch nine-spoke |
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Tires: Dunlop |
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Engine type: V8 |
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Estimated horsepower: Well over 300HP |
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Estimated torque: Over 300 lb. ft. |
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Displacement: 4,627 cc |
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Block material: High pressure die casting
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aluminum block |
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Cylinder head material: Aluminum |
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Valvetrain: Dual Over Head Cam (DOHC) |
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Valve timing: Continuous variable valve timing |
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Fuel delivery: Multi-port fuel injection |
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Bore & stroke: 92 x 87 |
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Estimated 0-60 mph: Well under 6.0 seconds |
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Recommended fuel: Unleaded |
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Emission certification: TBD |
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Transmission type: ZF 6-speed automatic with
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SHIFTRONIC manual control |
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Suspension: Front multi-link (5-link) / Rear multi-link (5-link) |
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Stabilizer bar (front/rear): 26 mm/18 mm |
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Weight distribution front to rear: 53:47 |
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Brakes: Power-assisted 4-wheel disc |
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Front brake diameter (mm / in): 320 / 12.6
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ventilated disc |
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Rear brake diameter (mm / in): 314 / 12.4
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solid disc |
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Steering type: Speed-sensing rack-and-pinion |
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Steering ratio: 14.86 |
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