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2012 Hyundai Genesis R-Spec Review

Powerful Full-Size Sedan

A three-quarter front view of a 2012 Hyundai Genesis R-Spec

In short: An athletic, bargain-priced luxury sports sedan.

The introductory Genesis always seduced us with its overall value. The R-Spec edition of the first generation re-design mimics in-house sport-tuned vehicles à la the BMW M Series or Mercedes-Benz AMG, and in a way delivers even more value. It's more aggressive but still retains civilized characteristics that won't warrant a trip to the chiropractor after a ride. You can get five adults going quickly in style with a bunch of their stuff in the trunk, and probably save a bundle in insurance costs, as well.

Premium accoutrements found on the Hyundai Genesis R-Spec include handsome 19-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlights with LED accents, power heated side mirrors with turn signal indicators and approach lights, and an integrated exhaust design. Inside, the luxury refinements continue with heated front and rear seats, sumptuous wood trim, a 528-watt, 17-speaker Lexicon premium sound system, and Hyundai's advanced Lane Departure Warning System. Best of all, the Hyundai Genesis R-Spec comes with Hyundai's Assurance Trade-in Value Guarantee.

Warranty/Service: 5-year/60,000-mile limited new vehicle warranty; 10-year/100,000 powertrain limited warranty; 7-year/unlimited-mile anti-perforation warranty; 5-year/unlimited-mile 24-hour roadside assistance

QUICK SHEET

Base Price: $46,500

Technical Specifications

Vehicle type: front-engine, rear-wheel drive, 5-passenger, 4-door sedan

Engine: 5.0-liter V8 with Continuously Variable Valve Timing
Horsepower: 429 hp @ 6,400 rpm
Torque: 376 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm
Transmission: 8-speed electronic automatic with SHIFTRONIC manual shift mode

Curb weight: 4,046 lbs
Wheelbase: 115.6 in
Length/Width/Height: 196.3/74.4/58.3 in

Brakes: 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes with ABS and electronic brakeforce distribution
Suspension: independent 5-link front and rear with gas shock absorbers, coil springs and stabilizer bars

Traction: electronic stability control with traction control

0-60 mph: 5.3 seconds

EPA City: 16 mpg
EPA Highway: 25 mpg

Safety: driver and front passenger airbags; seat-mounted front and rear side-impact airbags; roof-mounted front and rear side curtain airbags

Likes: value; performance

Dislikes: could have a firmer ride for a true sporty feel

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(Updated: 10/26/11 NW)

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