Motorweek 5.0 R-Spec Review

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But the 5.0 R-Spec is about more than just a new engine. It is a total package with unique 19-inch alloy wheels, exclusive head lights with dark chrome inserts, a new 8-speed R-Spec-tuned sport transmission, and modified suspension and steering. While those tweaks weren’t quite enough to make this a pure performance car, it did show improvement through our handling course.

Where the original Genesis sedan had a commendable balance between luxury and sport, the new car refines that equation even further. Initially you still note the soft springs and body roll that gives the Genesis such a superior ride. But, as speeds increased, it actually responds better; with a nice, planted feel and sharper turn-ins. Bigger front brake rotors helped shorten stops from 60 to a very good 120-feet, six feet shorter than the original.

http://www.motorweek.org/reviews/road_tests/2012_hyundai_genesis_50_r_spec

 

[Sal Collaziano]

Good read. Thanks for posting that up. I'm sure Hyundai wasn't aiming for M's or AMG's with this car. I'm sure they'll do that in the not too distant future...

 

[tonygxp]

i Have 5 more years before my youngest can drive and I can go back to having a car like my genesis. It can't come soon enough lol...