2018 Genesis Sedan Spy Shots and Information

[Sal Collaziano]

For its second-generation Genesis sedan, Hyundai introduced a new rear-wheel-drive platform, all-wheel-drive system and design language, but strangely this groundbreaking car for the Korean brand used engines carried over from the previous model. It turns out Hyundai, in a move that mimics the Germans, is planning to update the engine lineup of the Genesis midway through the car’s life cycle.

The information was confirmed by Hyundai’s U.S. chief Dave Zuchowski earlier this year. Zuchowski said the Genesis would receive a twin-turbocharged V-6 engine in 2017 or 2018, without specifying whether he meant model years or calendar years. Considering the car reaches the midpoint in its life cycle in 2017, it’s likely this is the date we’ll see the twin-turbo V-6 added to the lineup. The Genesis is currently offered with naturally aspirated V-6 and V-8 engines, with outputs ranging from 311 to 420 horsepower. Continue reading...

First, I doubt we'll see any "Vision G" type appearance changes to the midcycle refresh. They're likely saving that for the "next" generation Genesis Sedan - and probably the upcoming second generation Genesis Coupe.

Second... It almost sounds as if Motor Authority feels the next Genesis Sedan isn't coming with a V8. So all you V8 aficionados might want to take extra good care of what you already have. I don't necessarily think it's a BAD thing because the twin turbo V6 CAN have the same horsepower and torque - OR MORE - if they want it to. PLUS - I'm convinced there will be a V8 (perhaps even a V8 with forced induction) for the N-Performance variant of the Genesis Sedan - which (you never know) could come for the midcycle refresh. Why not?

 

[OneFunGenesis]

It looks disappointingly similar inside and out.

Also, to anyone who wants these images, screengrab them or download them as you never know if they'll always be available!

 

[Nikgen]

It looks disappointingly similar inside and out.

What are you expecting? This is NOT the actual 2018 Genesis sedan - it's just a test mule. It is likely just a 2015/2016 with the new engine/mechanicals and a taped-on, piece-mealed front end to accommodate the plumbing changes. In any event, other than the engine change, I'd only expect minor front fascia and rear end cosmetic changes in a mid-cycle refresh.

 

[suntzuaow]

First, I doubt we'll see any "Vision G" type appearance changes to the midcycle refresh. They're likely saving that for the "next" generation Genesis Sedan - and probably the upcoming second generation Genesis Coupe.

Second... It almost sounds as if Motor Authority feels the next Genesis Sedan isn't coming with a V8. So all you V8 aficionados might want to take extra good care of what you already have. I don't necessarily think it's a BAD thing because the twin turbo V6 CAN have the same horsepower and torque - OR MORE - if they want it to. PLUS - I'm convinced there will be a V8 (perhaps even a V8 with forced induction) for the N-Performance variant of the Genesis Sedan - which (you never know) could come for the midcycle refresh. Why not?

How convinced are you and when do you think this will happen

 

[Aquineas]

Well it's not like we didn't know it was coming.

 

[Sal Collaziano]

How convinced are you and when do you think this will happen

What? Losing the V8? It can go one of two ways, in my opinion. Either the twin turbo V6 replaces the naturally aspirated 3.8 V6 and we KEEP the V8 as well. Or we continue to get the current 3.8 but have the 3.3 liter twin turbo V6 replace the V8.

The reason I believe we'll lose the V8 is because it won't make much sense to keep both engines with about the same power. The higher powered vehicle is a selling point to earn more money. I'm very confident there will be a naturally aspirated 3.8 liter V6 and a more expensive twin turbo 3.3 liter V6 with similar power to the current V8.

This will bother some people but not enough to bother Hyundai or hurt sales.

When? I bet the 2018 model (for sale at the end of 2017) will lose the V8.

 

[Alwaysforward]

The V8 might just be offered on the RSPEC (N Series) car if they come out with one... I hope

 

[suntzuaow]

The V8 might just be offered on the RSPEC (N Series) car if they come out with one... I hope

i'm hoping the same thing. My 2012 is three years old and I will be in the market spring time. I wish there was more information and I'd try and wait. if not i might pull the strings on a 2016 CTS-V, but keep telling myself 90k for a cadillac. :-(

 

[Aquineas]

i'm hoping the same thing. My 2012 is three years old and I will be in the market spring time. I wish there was more information and I'd try and wait. if not i might pull the strings on a 2016 CTS-V, but keep telling myself 90k for a cadillac. :-(

Are they really 90K at street prices? As much as I love the Genesis, that CTS-V is a bad mutha (shut-yo'-mouth).

 

[xsolara]

i'm hoping the same thing. My 2012 is three years old and I will be in the market spring time. I wish there was more information and I'd try and wait. if not i might pull the strings on a 2016 CTS-V, but keep telling myself 90k for a cadillac. :-(

Just remember it's a GM product

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[PMCErnie]

i'm hoping the same thing. My 2012 is three years old and I will be in the market spring time. I wish there was more information and I'd try and wait. if not i might pull the strings on a 2016 CTS-V, but keep telling myself 90k for a cadillac. :-(

Are your ashtrays full? My '12 is barely broken in. What's more it's long paid for.
I'm lovin' it both ways.

 

[suntzuaow]

Just remember it's a GM product

That too!!

 

[suntzuaow]

Are they really 90K at street prices? As much as I love the Genesis, that CTS-V is a bad mutha (shut-yo'-mouth).

Well i just built one, with carbon fiber and recaro seats. I left out the performance data and video and it only came to 98K. If I can get 550hp out of the proposed N division Genesis / R-Spec and within 18 to 20 months I'd pay 70k for it. Lots of stuff standard on the Genesis is extra on the CTS-V

 

[suntzuaow]

Are your ashtrays full? My '12 is barely broken in. What's more it's long paid for.
I'm lovin' it both ways.

I've gotten use to the power, i need more POWER, POWER!!!!

 

[Aquineas]

I think now that the Tau has had some time on the market and you're starting to see R-Specs move onto their second owners, the time is ripe for the aftermarket to step up. I predict a supercharger kit within 18 months.

 

[amartz]

my '12 is barely broken in. What's more it's long paid for.
I'm lovin' it both ways.

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