Next week Hyundai will officially debut the new version of Genesis Coupe R-Spec at the 2009 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The vehicle, which was first announced at the Chicago Auto Show back in February, is in fact, the a stripped down version of the 2.0T Track model with a 210HP 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four. The engine is mated to a 6-speed close-ratio manual transmission (the car will be available only with a manual transmission), which returns an EPA estimated 30 mpg on the highway and has a top speed of 137 mph.
The new tuner-friendly R-Spec features such updates as Bluetooth, automatic headlights, cruise control, trip computer, chrome interior accents and steering wheel audio controls to reduce both cost and weight. Other features include 19-inch gunmetal-finish alloy wheels, a Brembo braking system, a track-tuned suspension, Torsen-type limited-slip differential, R-spec badging.
The Hyundai Genesis Coupe R-Spec will be available only with a choice of three exterior colors – Karussell White, Bathurst Black and Tsukuba Red. The Genesis Coupe is priced starting at $23,750, which is $3,000 less than the 2.0T Track model.
‘R-Spec’ Trim Equipment Includes:
• 2.0-liter low-pressure turbocharged intercooled four-cylinder engine with dual continuously variable valve timing delivering 210 hp, 30 mpg EPA highway rating and a top speed of 137 mph
• 6-speed close-ratio manual transmission
• Electronic Stability Control with Traction control, ABS, Electronic Brake-Force Distribution and Brake Assist
• 19-inch gunmetal-finish alloy wheels with staggered-width high-performance summer-compound ridgestone Potenza RE050A tires (225/40YR19 front, 245/40YR19 rear)
• Brembo braking system with 13.4-inch ventilated front rotors, 42mm four-piston fixed front calipers (red), 13.0-inch ventilated rear rotors, 32mm+28mm four-piston fixed rear calipers (red)
• Track-tuned suspension (higher-rate coil springs, higher-control shock absorbers, 25mm front stabilizer bar, 22mm rear stabilizer bar, front strut brace)
• Torsen-type limited-slip differential
• R-Spec badging
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Front, side, side curtain air bags
• Active front head restraints
• Driver’s lumbar support
• Air conditioning
• Remote keyless entry system
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
• Power windows (one-touch up and down), door locks and mirrors
• AM/FM/XM/CD/MP3 audio system with six speakers
• iPod/USB/Aux jack connectivity
• Projector beam headlamps
• Lightweight temporary spare with aluminum wheel (T135/80D18)
