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2015 Genesis Sedan Reviews

:cool:Why does he have to keep revving the engine in neutral. I hate that.
 
Ernie3647 said:
:cool:Why does he have to keep revving the engine in neutral. I hate that.
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+1. It was the only thing in the whole review that wasn't particularly useful, but it sure was annoying. Excellent coverage of the car otherwise.
 
ckon said:
+1. It was the only thing in the whole review that wasn't particularly useful, but it sure was annoying. Excellent coverage of the car otherwise.
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Agreed!:)
 
0 to 60 not a strong point but the car is so much more than just that.

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XH67lNCuRAo"]0-60 mph Test, 2015 Hyundai Genesis on Everyman Driver - YouTube[/ame]
 
Chosen, along w/ the E Class, CTS and A6, as one of Car & Driver's Editor's Choice for mid-size, luxury sedans.
 
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Aquineas said:
Lots of positives from different editors. That's the first time I heard anything about the brakes though. And one editor mentioned some cowl creak.

2016 Genesis, I'm counting down the days.
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I think there was something wrong with the brakes on their loaner. One editor mentioned maybe they needed to be bled. I know the brakes on mine are extremely good and as mentioned, I have never seen any review speaking of brake issues.

One thing that seems to be common with every review I have read is how much better the Gen 2 is VS the Gen 1. After enough real seat time like I have now, the truth is the difference is really an engineering feat.
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Midnightsun said:
I think there was something wrong with the brakes on their loaner. One editor mentioned maybe they needed to be bled. I know the brakes on mine are extremely good and as mentioned, I have never seen any review speaking of brake issues.

One thing that seems to be common with every review I have read is how much better the Gen 2 is VS the Gen 1. After enough real seat time like I have now, the truth is the difference is really an engineering feat.
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Oh sure, rub it in for us those still on the 1st gen :D. In all seriousness, the safety enhancements on their own are important enough to consider change, especially on the two lane roads (at highway speeds) I drive a lot on.

But I'd be lying if I didn't say I wasn't looking forward to all the upgrades they've done. My biggest perception while driving the 2015 (note I have only driven it on the track) was the huge improvement in steering feel and overall refinement. Biding my time isn't easy (especially being the Genesis fan I am), but the reward will be worth it.
 
Midnightsun said:
Very interesting 5.0 review from several testers. Really emphasizes how much the badge has influence on so many. Overall the new Genesis comes out a winner. http://autoweek.com/article/car-reviews/2015-hyundai-genesis-50-sedan-review-notes
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While I don't really have an issue w/ the weight (and the resulting fuel economy) of the 2G Genesis since at this juncture, it's still better to keep the price of the Genesis down rather than spend it on expensive weight reducing materials, as I had stated previously and as noted in the review, Hyundai should have done a better job w/ the materials for the rotary dial and other common touchpoints such as the door release and the paddle shifters.

Can understand using hard plastics in out of sight areas and even soft plastics in lieu of stitched pleather on top of the dash (holds up better to sun damage), but Hyundai should not have scrimped in the areas which get handled/touched the most (esp. since using higher quality materials in the aforementioned would not have added that much to the cost).

But this can be easily rectified for an MCE - so hopefully Hyundai does the upgrade for the refresh.

As for the weight/resulting fuel economy (not to mention being a more nimble handler) - despite what I stated above, Hyundai will need to address this for the 3G Genesis - whether it is using greater amounts of lighter materials (aluminum, carbon fiber - costs should go down or advances in high tensile steel) or adding fuel saving tech like cylinder deactivation, stop-start or even a mild-hybrid system.

Should also see a weight reduction w/ the 3G Genesis going to a smaller displacement FI V8.

Of course, all this would likely result in a price increase, but I think there will be room for Hyundai to do so w/ the 3G Genesis as the Euro compact sedans are moving up in price (as well as luxury).

The new C400 4Matic starts at $48.6k - take away the AWD and a RWD version should be around $46k (higher by the time the 3G Genesis is ready to launch) - which is substantially more than where the V6 Genesis starts and the base Genesis offers more kit.

The next E Class reportedly will get a significant boost in luxury and tech and so should also see a decent boost in price - so there is definitely room for Hyundai to maneuver when it comes to the 3G Genesis.

Hyundai needs to make room in terms of pricing for the new compact sports sedan anyways.
 
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Not a professional review, but one done by a Lexus loyalist over on CL.

http://www.clublexus.com/forums/car...enesis-5-0-v8-and-3-8-v6-awd-my-thoughts.html


There are some open-minded/fair members on CL, but of course, there are also the posters who have blinders on.

Should also check out the Genesis review by MMarshall.

The thing that stands out in these reviews, as well as some professional ones, is that the 2G Genesis is in many ways, the successor to the original LS400.

And despite its size and comfort bent - the Genesis isn't too shabby when it comes to handling.

According to Motor Trend's test - beats (3.8 HTRAC) the smaller, lighter CTS in the figure 8.


On the track, the Genesis completed the figure eight in 26.7 seconds at 0.88 avg g, while in the straights it accelerated from 0-60 mph in 6.4 seconds and passed the quarter-mile mark in 14.7 seconds at 96.1 mph.

The front-drive Acura RLX was better in a line than the Genesis, going from 0-60 mph in 5.8 seconds and completing the quarter mile in 14.3 seconds going 97.8 mph. But despite weighing 465 pounds less than the Genesis, the RLX completed the figure eight more slowly, finishing it in 27.3 seconds at a 0.64 avg g. Compared to the Cadillac CTS, the Genesis was just 0.10 second slower in the 0-60-mph sprint, while both sedans' quarter-mile times were the same, though the CTS' trap speed was a bit quicker by 0.5 second. But the Genesis once again smokes the CTS' figure-eight time of 26.7 seconds at a 0.66 avg g.
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It'll be interesting what Kia will do with the production model of the GT which should be smaller and lighter than the Genesis.
 
Would like to see the traction on the BMW boards. Last time I checked, it was not as warm a reception. Now that they are out there more, will be interesting to see how it fares with the nameplate crowd.
 
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ksoze said:
Would like to see the traction on the BMW boards. Last time I checked, it was not as warm a reception.
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Many people who go for Lexus like a smoother ride than the performance oriented BMW crowd. So that doesn't surprise me a bit
 
Speaking of Lexus. On the way to the Verizon store yesterday morning, the driver of a Lexus GS was pulling up in the next lane as I was stopped for a red light. I saw the car approaching in the rear view mirror and followed by the side mirror. The driver stayed behind my rear bumper. Interesting, because there was no car next to me, which would have been in front of him. Yet he stayed back there for some reason. After the traffic light changed to green, he pulled next to my car for a few seconds as we proceeded forward. I looked over, he floors it and then he had to stop for the red light. A few seconds later as I'm approaching to turn right to go the Verizon store, I hear the driver honk twice as I'm turning. I'm not sure if he liked the car or thought he won a race that only he was in.:confused:
 
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