Test driven - Hyundai Genesis Coupe and new Hyundai Sonata!

Talk about car reviews & comparisons, buying advice & suggestions, spy shots etc.
User avatar
sharky
UB Advanced Member
Posts:1042
Joined:22 Jan 2008, 8:36 pm
Vehicle:2006 Honda Civic
Location:SHJ

Post by sharky » 20 Jun 2010, 11:53 am

Last Thursday I had the chance of a lifetime - test driving two cool Hyundai cars.
There is this big Hyundai (FIFA World Cup) promo in Al Qasba, SHJ and the guys there gave me the opportunity to test drive two cars for free.
The first car I tested was the Genesis Coupe. I had to control the accelerator properly because it was a lot more responsive than my Civic! And it's RWD so it's even faster. Though I paid less attention to all the electronic features I found the rear view camera quite handy for parallel parking.
The second car I drove was the new Sonata. I found it great for a mid-sizer... though I never got to try the paddle shifters.

What do you guys think? Which of these two would make a great choice for a next car?
Top
User avatar
dj drift
UB Advanced Member
Posts:923
Joined:26 Jan 2007, 5:14 pm
Vehicle:I4 2.7
Location:D - ToWn!!!!!!!!!!

Post by dj drift » 20 Jun 2010, 12:57 pm

Genesis Coupe =D
Top
toleg
UB Advanced Member
Posts:965
Joined:24 Sep 2007, 1:08 am
Vehicle:honda
Location:uae

Post by toleg » 20 Jun 2010, 2:57 pm

you drove = you decide :D :D

seriously speaking it depend on the purpose (Y)
Top
User avatar
dj drift
UB Advanced Member
Posts:923
Joined:26 Jan 2007, 5:14 pm
Vehicle:I4 2.7
Location:D - ToWn!!!!!!!!!!

Post by dj drift » 20 Jun 2010, 3:39 pm

toleg wrote:you drove = you decide :D :D

seriously speaking it depend on the purpose (Y)
True !!
Top
User avatar
TNT
UB Super Member
Posts:4194
Joined:12 Jun 2007, 1:25 pm
Vehicle:Jeep Wrangler
Location:Dubai, UAE

Post by TNT » 20 Jun 2010, 5:35 pm

Genesis hands down!
Top
usaf23
UB Special Member
Posts:1635
Joined:14 Jun 2006, 1:13 pm
Vehicle:2016 Jeep SRT

Post by usaf23 » 20 Jun 2010, 8:10 pm

genesis is amazing...built on the design lines of G37s coupe and IS300 and what not...i had seen it in the showroom ....only 2pcs..both sold out
i dont think the price matches for a hyundai but for a RWD coupe car with that power compensates..
but the interior iznt all that great..even in full options you got all plastics on the door and stuff..(( unless you do the doccam CF style wrapping :D ))
sonatas will end up with RTA sooner or later...as taxis..
Top
User avatar
Ozimandius
UB Super Member
Posts:3804
Joined:09 Aug 2008, 5:13 pm
Vehicle:Mazda Miata MX-5 NA

Post by Ozimandius » 20 Jun 2010, 10:38 pm

How much is a Sonata retailing for? Pick up the latest Wheels mag where they reviewed 5 family saloons, Kia lost, the other 3 were ties!
Top
User avatar
nemesis321
UB Addicted Member
Posts:122
Joined:09 Dec 2008, 2:35 am
Vehicle:2017 Mazda 6 Grand Touring

Post by nemesis321 » 22 Jun 2010, 1:52 am

Well both the cars are of two extremes i would say...one is a coupe and one is a sedan...if you are family guy SONATA is the best way forward...its an awesome car...quite spacious and surprisingly powerful too...the only thing that will put you off is the electronics which cannot compete against its rivals.

The coupe...is an excellent all rounder...well known for its handling...the only exception is the cheap plastics... :| ...and i cant believe it has no rear windshield wiper!!!!!!...
Top
User avatar
alexEF
UB Senior Member
Posts:544
Joined:31 Dec 2009, 11:58 am
Vehicle:1991 Honda Civic Hatchback
Location:Doha

Post by alexEF » 22 Jun 2010, 9:26 am

do they have 2 pieces only or are they going to sell more than that?
Top
ROJ
UB Advanced Member
Posts:1038
Joined:18 Aug 2009, 3:17 pm
Vehicle:Hyundai Coupe

Post by ROJ » 22 Jun 2010, 11:12 am

Hyundai is taking a leap in making impressive cars.. The genesis one good all rounder... Comes with the 3.8 engine from mitsubishi's galant and pajero and a rwd drivetrain.. It probably competes with the market's standard to a minimum but its priced nicely also... It is proving to be a good and cheap tuning option in the US especially that they sell the 2.0 turbo entry models there with a manual...
Top
User avatar
docaam
UB Advanced Member
Posts:1169
Joined:06 Jul 2009, 1:42 pm
Vehicle:G35s and 370Z
Location:Route 66

Post by docaam » 22 Jun 2010, 1:41 pm

what are the prices on these two?
Top
ROJ
UB Advanced Member
Posts:1038
Joined:18 Aug 2009, 3:17 pm
Vehicle:Hyundai Coupe

Post by ROJ » 23 Jun 2010, 8:45 am

last i saw it in the showroom and asked, it was 110K full option.. the only option, there isnt any other trims or entry level models..
Top
User avatar
Accord98
Moderator
Posts:2521
Joined:22 Sep 2005, 8:48 am
Vehicle:Toyoda
Location:Dubai

Post by Accord98 » 23 Jun 2010, 9:42 am

Ozimandius wrote:How much is a Sonata retailing for? Pick up the latest Wheels mag where they reviewed 5 family saloons, Kia lost, the other 3 were ties!
Actually I think the Kia Cadenza won . Sonata was tied with the others I think.

Would suggest you check out the Cadenza if your looking for a saloon. Option packed and same price range.

Otherwise, within the same price range, you can also pickup a 4 door Golf Gti, Civic Type R, etc. etc...... the list goes on.....
Top
User avatar
Accord98
Moderator
Posts:2521
Joined:22 Sep 2005, 8:48 am
Vehicle:Toyoda
Location:Dubai

Post by Accord98 » 23 Jun 2010, 9:42 am

Ozimandius wrote:How much is a Sonata retailing for? Pick up the latest Wheels mag where they reviewed 5 family saloons, Kia lost, the other 3 were ties!
Actually I think the Kia Cadenza won . Sonata was tied with the others I think.

Would suggest you check out the Cadenza if your looking for a saloon. Option packed and same price range.

Otherwise, within the same price range, you can also pickup a 4 door Golf Gti, Civic Type R, etc. etc...... the list goes on.....
Top
User avatar
Ozimandius
UB Super Member
Posts:3804
Joined:09 Aug 2008, 5:13 pm
Vehicle:Mazda Miata MX-5 NA

Post by Ozimandius » 23 Jun 2010, 11:18 am

Ah, is that so, my bad. What about the 3.5 Altima and Accord saloons?
Top


Post Reply

Return to “Automotive Discussions”