2015 Genesis-First Drive

[Rogerf]

Just read an on-line article by Motor Trend regarding the 2015 Genesis. It also included some great interior pictures and explained some suspension changes, etc.

 

[ksoze]

Yes, most of the car mags and review sites had the embargo lifted yesterday on their trip to Korea last month. Pretty much all praise over the prior model, although the test drives were in specific models and for a short period, so more in depth reviews needed.

 

[Cut-Throat]

Any different Info other than here......

http://www.autoblog.com/2013/11/26/2015-hyundai-genesis-review-first-drive/

I have to say I love the New Wheels, Interior....I hate the Grill - I just may replace it with a Custom One....

I am wary of the Trunk size....Looks like it shrunk a lot

 

[StangKiller]

http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/1311_2015_hyundai_genesis_first_drive/

 

[Mark_888]

Yes, most of the car mags and review sites had the embargo lifted yesterday on their trip to Korea last month. Pretty much all praise over the prior model, although the test drives were in specific models and for a short period, so more in depth reviews needed.

I am assuming that these were the KDM versions being test driven. So some of the features may not even be available on the USA version, such as adjustable air suspension (which has been available on KDM version since 2008 MY). But we don't really know at this point.

 

[drpearso]

This drives me crazy. Look at the seats in the 2015 Genesis. This is a drastic difference from the very lacking seats in the previous Genesis Sedans. If may not be a major deal for folks who have healthy spines, but if your spine is in really bad shape, the previous Genny Sedan seats are terrible.

From the MT pictures of the 2015, the newer seats appear to be much lower -- meaning you can keep your knees below the dash board. This also allows someone that must recline the seat back to get closer to the steering wheel. I hope they took some hints from their competitors for the telescoping steering wheel. The present sedan will only scope/adjust out about 2 inches which is not adequate resulting in reaching for the steering wheel.

The seat pad has much less thickness in the seat bottom cushion, and they finally put some lateral bolstering in the seat back which is vital for lateral support for a bad spine. The fabric is also running vertical versus horizontal in the seat back which allows your back bone to fit or align with the stitching versus being at 90 degrees to the stitching.

Again these issues regarding the drivers seat and steering wheel are not minor issues if you have a very bad spine and you need to be braced in the seat. I really like the new 2013 genesis sedan rspec I own, but i cannot drive it on trips over 50 miles due to how the seats and steering wheel set up is.

It is a very nice fun car with the 5.0L V8 and plenty of cabin size, but again I may have to sell it, trade it, etc to get in a car with better seats and steering wheel set up (BMW 535i with power side bolsters, or ATS with power side bolsters, etc). I do not want to get rid of the Genesis, but I totally mis-calculated the ergonomics of how the Genesis fits the driver (and I should know better, so I screwed up). I hope I can make it until The 2015 comes out so I can see how its seat and steering wheel fits.

 

[StealthWyvern]

at first glance it reminds me of a new mazda6...

 

[shagnat]

I'm really anxious to see the US version. I really like the interior changes of the shown model. Guess we'll know in the next few months.

 

[veed]

I'm really anxious to see the US version. I really like the interior changes of the shown model. Guess we'll know in the next few months.

^this

 

[Seattle Genesis]

Not sure id pay 50 + grand for a Ford Fusion look a like. I'll wait and see. I sure hope this 2012 is not my last Genesis.

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[Cjmania]

Like the new interior but not the new design, and don't have a need for 4 wheel drive. Still in love with my 2012, so far very good auto for me.

 

[7i bigblock]

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Great looks, longer wheelbase, less front and rear overhang , improved suspension tuning . Lets see if the transmission logic has been upgraded . There is still a fairly good selection of 2013 & 2014's coming in with the beautiful classic look. Both are great.

 

[shagnat]

This drives me crazy. Look at the seats in the 2015 Genesis. This is a drastic difference from the very lacking seats in the previous Genesis Sedans. If may not be a major deal for folks who have healthy spines, but if your spine is in really bad shape, the previous Genny Sedan seats are terrible.

From the MT pictures of the 2015, the newer seats appear to be much lower -- meaning you can keep your knees below the dash board. This also allows someone that must recline the seat back to get closer to the steering wheel. I hope they took some hints from their competitors for the telescoping steering wheel. The present sedan will only scope/adjust out about 2 inches which is not adequate resulting in reaching for the steering wheel.

The seat pad has much less thickness in the seat bottom cushion, and they finally put some lateral bolstering in the seat back which is vital for lateral support for a bad spine. The fabric is also running vertical versus horizontal in the seat back which allows your back bone to fit or align with the stitching versus being at 90 degrees to the stitching.

Again these issues regarding the drivers seat and steering wheel are not minor issues if you have a very bad spine and you need to be braced in the seat. I really like the new 2013 genesis sedan rspec I own, but i cannot drive it on trips over 50 miles due to how the seats and steering wheel set up is.

It is a very nice fun car with the 5.0L V8 and plenty of cabin size, but again I may have to sell it, trade it, etc to get in a car with better seats and steering wheel set up (BMW 535i with power side bolsters, or ATS with power side bolsters, etc). I do not want to get rid of the Genesis, but I totally mis-calculated the ergonomics of how the Genesis fits the driver (and I should know better, so I screwed up). I hope I can make it until The 2015 comes out so I can see how its seat and steering wheel fits.

I think we have twin spines!!!! I couldn't agree with you more. Funny thing about the Genny is the 2013 V6 (don't know about previous versions) does have better seating than the V8 versions. My back has issues with the seats just as you do and finally driving a car that does have side bolsters is a blessing.
Unfortunately I'm buried in my 2010 as I just bought it in July and couldn't afford payments on a new one, so, guess I'm just going to have to live with the situation as it is. Hope you have a better resolution with your situation.

 

[homeofstone]

Interesting comments above regarding the driver's seat. The terrible seat in the Acura is why we chose the Genesis with superior lumbar adjustments for the driver and firm support. I agree that lateral support could be better.

 

[Rudderman98]

Not sure id pay 50 + grand for a Ford Fusion look a like. I'll wait and see. I sure hope this 2012 is not my last Genesis.

+1

 

[427435]

The real question (for me at least in a few years) is what a 5.0 powered Genesis will cost with rear drive only (don't need the cost, problems, and maintenance of an AWD car).

I bought my new R-spec for about $40,000. If the new one is much more than that (adjusted for inflation), well.............................................

 

[ksoze]

The real question (for me at least in a few years) is what a 5.0 powered Genesis will cost with rear drive only (don't need the cost, problems, and maintenance of an AWD car).

Contemporary AWD systems do not have the issues and maintenance which many still perceive, based on earlier incarnations. The benefits can outweigh the option cost in better performance, wet grip and safety. The maintenance is essentially no different than a 2WD car and many in non-snow belt regions have moved to AWD for its other benefits.

 

[Mark_888]

Contemporary AWD systems do not have the issues and maintenance which many still perceive, based on earlier incarnations. The benefits can outweigh the option cost in better performance, wet grip and safety. The maintenance is essentially no different than a 2WD car and many in non-snow belt regions have moved to AWD for its other benefits.

Agreed, but there is a MPG penalty to pay, in addition to upfront cost.

 

[scottdk]

Agreed, but there is a MPG penalty to pay, in addition to upfront cost.

+1 - in addition not to mention the extra weight and reduced vehicle performance on a large/heavy luxury vehicle. No interest in AWD on this type of vehicle.

 

[ksoze]

+1 - in addition not to mention the extra weight and reduced vehicle performance on a large/heavy luxury vehicle. No interest in AWD on this type of vehicle.

I agree on the cost and weight, however not necesarliy on reduced vehicle perfomance. Most tests of similar cars with AWD can have better performance stats, including zero to sixty, track speed and emergency manuevering.