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Wishing to stay ahead of the pack, Hyundai has announced improvements made to its Genesis, which was named AJAC’s Canadian Car of the Year and North American Car of the Year in 2009.
The 2012 Genesis features all-new direct-injected engines – a Tau 429-hp 5.0-litre V8 that replaces the outgoing 4.6L V8 (385 hp), and a 333-hp 3.8L V6 that improves outputs by 15% - and a new standard eight-speed automatic transmission that works with the new engines to improve economy and emissions. Braking and suspension modifications insure the 2012 versions maintain their performance potential in the face of the increase power outputs.
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Exterior modifications are minor, with more aggression displayed in the front end design (grille, front fascia, headlights with LED daytime runners) and rocker panels. The rear end gets a new fascia, and new taillights and tailpipes, and the car rides on new 17-inch and 19-inch wheels (depending on model). The interior gets new woodgrain treatments.
Safety continues to be addressed by Electronic Stability Control (ESC), eight airbags (front, full side air curtains, and front and rear side impact), electronic active head restraints, and an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist. New to the mix is a Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS).
Also new: heated rear seats and standard LED puddle lamps under the side mirrors, which now also feature a new folding feature for those tight parking spaces.
Wishing to stay ahead of the pack, Hyundai has announced improvements made to its Genesis, which was named AJAC’s Canadian Car of the Year and North American Car of the Year in 2009.
The 2012 Genesis features all-new direct-injected engines – a Tau 429-hp 5.0-litre V8 that replaces the outgoing 4.6L V8 (385 hp), and a 333-hp 3.8L V6 that improves outputs by 15% - and a new standard eight-speed automatic transmission that works with the new engines to improve economy and emissions. Braking and suspension modifications insure the 2012 versions maintain their performance potential in the face of the increase power outputs.
More about the Chicago Auto Show.
Exterior modifications are minor, with more aggression displayed in the front end design (grille, front fascia, headlights with LED daytime runners) and rocker panels. The rear end gets a new fascia, and new taillights and tailpipes, and the car rides on new 17-inch and 19-inch wheels (depending on model). The interior gets new woodgrain treatments.
Safety continues to be addressed by Electronic Stability Control (ESC), eight airbags (front, full side air curtains, and front and rear side impact), electronic active head restraints, and an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist. New to the mix is a Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS).
Also new: heated rear seats and standard LED puddle lamps under the side mirrors, which now also feature a new folding feature for those tight parking spaces.
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