Decided to do a top speed run today. I took my Genesis to 140 MPH on a straight level road (no wind) before I chickened out. Now this is surprising for two reasons. First I had read that top speed for the V6 was 130 MPH and second because I think it would have went faster had I not chickened...
The Equus and the Genesis were ranked 4th and 7th respectively, according to the isuppli's technology availability index.
http://www.isuppli.com/NewsDetail.aspx?ID=20073
Motor Trend again contines its affection for the Genenis. They have included the 4.6 sedan in their top 40 new cars. It slots at number 13 of 40 overall and number 3 of 5 in the premium sedan section. Check it out if you can!
News from canadiandriver.com:
Genesis is the top safety pick. See article below:
Arlington, Virginia - The Hyundai Genesis has been named a “Top Safety Pick” by the U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).
To qualify, a vehicle must earn the highest rating of “good” in the IIHS’...
Rapid Oil Guys said the film is related to moisture in the oil system. Sd. it was common to drivers many short trips. I travel 60 miles to work - one way. NO service lights are on and the car seems to run fine. Thoughts anyone ?
If you get Consumer Reports, you will want to see page 53 of the Feb 2009 issue of Consumer Reports.
It ranks the Hyundai Genesis 3.8 as #1 beating out Lexus ES350, Toyota Avalon XLS, Acura TL and Nisaan Maxima 3.5 SV. They really like the car...
Now I must preface, by saying I am not looking for any demonstrated speed here :D
My question comes from some of the reviews I have seen in the press. They talk about being a tire rating limited 130mph for the V6. Which is true the Dunlop Sport 5000Ms are H rated (130mph)...
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 8, 2008 – Hyundai’s new rear-wheel drive premium sports sedan, the Genesis, was named a "Top 5 Luxury Car for 2009" by NADAguides.com, the world's largest publisher of vehicle pricing and information and a recognized authority for vehicle valuations. The list...
http://finchannel.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=26196&Itemid=47
Hyundai Genesis Named To NADAGUIDES.COM 2009 Top Luxury Car List
09/12/2008 11:27 (07:24 minutes ago)
The FINANCIAL -- Hyundai’s new rear-wheel drive premium sports sedan, the Genesis, was named a "Top 5...
Ward’s Announces 2009 10 Best Engines Winners
Ward's Auto (subscription), MI - 5 hours ago
Hyundai Motor Co. Ltd. appears for the first time on Ward’s 10 Best Engines list with its all-new Tau 4.6L DOHC V-8. Introduced in the new Genesis luxury ...
"Hyundai Motor Co. Ltd. appears...
http://www.marketwatch.com/news/story/Top-5-Luxury-Cars-2009/story.aspx?guid={26EA942A-EDC5-4FCA-83CC-7DD111A6C957}
1. 2009 Audi A8 L, starting at $74,050.
2. 2009 Jaguar XF Supercharged, starting at $64,475.
3. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S Class 550, starting at $90,225.
4. 2009 Hyundai Genesis...
I am just a curious "Hoon" :p although I know speeding is not safe but for you owners of the V6, I have a question. Assuming you have broken in your engine for 600 miles.
For sake of incriminating yourself incase police monitor this site. Have you while dreaming verified the speed limiter...