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First Test: 2009 Hyundai Genesis 3.8

2009 Hyundai Genesis 3 8 Front Three Quarters View


2009 Hyundai Genesis 3.8
POWERTRAIN/CHASSIS
Drivetrain layout Front-engine, RWD
Engine type V-6, aluminum block/heads
Valvetrain DOHC, 4 valves/cyl
Displacement 230.5 cu in/3778cc
Compression ratio 10.4:1
Power (SAE net) 290 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque (SAE net) 264 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
Redline 6750 rpm
Weight to power 13.0 lb/hp
Transmission 6-speed automatic
Axle/final-drive ratios 3.91:1/2.23:1
Suspension, front; rear Multi-link, coil springs, anti-roll bar; multi-link, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Steering ratio 15.7:1
Turns lock-to-lock 3
Brakes, f/r 12.6-in vented disc; 12.4-in vented disc, ABS
Wheels 6.5 x 17-in, cast aluminum
Tires 225/55R17 95H M+S, Dunlop SP Sport 5000M
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase 115.6 in
Track, f/r 63.8/64.4 in
Length x width x height 195.9 x 74.4 x 58.1 in
Turning circle 36.0 ft
Curb weight 3774 lb
Weight dist., f/r 52/48 %
Seating capacity 5
Headroom, f/r 40.4/37.7 in
Legroom, f/r 44.3/38.6 in
Shoulder room, f/r 58.3/57.9 in
Cargo volume 15.9 cu ft
TEST DATA
Acceleration to mph
0-30 2.0 sec
0-40 3.1
0-50 4.4
0-60 5.9
0-70 7.8
0-80 9.9
0-90 12.4
0-100 15.2
Passing, 45-65 mph 3.2
Quarter mile 14.5 sec @ 96.5 mph
Braking, 60-0 mph 119 ft
Lateral acceleration 0.89 g (avg)
MT figure eight 27.4 sec @ 0.65 g (avg)
Top-gear revs @ 60 mph 1800 rpm
CONSUMER INFO
Base price $33,000
Price as tested $33,000
Stability/traction control Yes/yes
Airbags Dual front, f/r side, f/r curtain
Basic warranty 5 yrs/60,000 miles
Powertrain warranty 10 yrs/100,000 miles
Roadside assistance 5 yrs/Unlimited
Fuel capacity 19.3 gal
EPA city/hwy econ 18/27 mpg
CO2 emissions 0.92 lb/mile
Recommended fuel Unleaded regular

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