The 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, which has been among the more successful models, is soon to get a couple of upgrades. Above all a new model called the “3.8 R-Spec” is also being introduced. The 2011 Genesis Coupe prices are however, not yet announced by Hyundai. The Coupe is now registering formally as a participant or member in the U.S. in the 2011 model year. To compete better against its Detroit muscle competition, the model included a more refined interior and a new high-performance option.
Autoblog: “All Genesis Coupe models get a refinished interior for 2011 with soft-touch, matte-finish surfaces and dark metal-grain accents on key bits and pieces, along with softer leather on the steering wheel and cloth-wrapping on the A-pillars. There’s also new chrome trim on the shifter bezel, center stack knobs and gauge cluster rings.”
Now lets eye what’s all new:
- The top part of the gauge cluster gets a soft-touch “skin” that is seamless in appearance
- New soft-touch materials on the door panels, glove box and lower instrument panel
- The center stack trim, door handles and air vent bezels get a darker metal-like trim treatment that looks better than last year’s faux aluminum look
- Plush leather is now used on the steering wheel, and the front A-pillars and headliner are wrapped in a higher-quality cloth fabric
- Functional enhancements include backseat coat hooks, a trunklid grab handle and new graphics for the information display
The New “3.8 R-Spec” Model:
The new 3.8 R-Spec trim brings the same track-tuned feel found on the 2.0T R-Spec. The 3.8 R-Spec comes equipped with a 306-horsepower, 3.8-liter V-6 powertrain mated to a six-speed manual transmission. There is no automatic option on the R-Spec.
Features include 19-inch wheels with performance tires, Brembo brakes, track-tuned suspension and limited-slip differential. To reduce weight and complexity, some add-ons were removed from the R-Spec, including automatic headlights, cruise control and that dark metal trim described earlier.
Besides these upgrades, the other trims pretty much keep the same equipment as the 2010 models. The 2011 Genesis Coupe goes on sale early this fall.
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