2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$22,250 to $30,750

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Despite wild rumors and innuendo surrounding a substantial 2012 redesign and the possible inclusion of the 5.0-liter V8 utilized in the Genesis sedan, it looks like the Coupe will coast into dealerships with only one small change this year. Thankfully, it’s a small change with a big result – 27 extra horses under the hood for the V6. Direct injection is responsible for the bump, and it should mean a significant improvement in performance, especially with the low weight and RWD design of the Genesis Coupe’s architecture.

This should provide further ammunition in the I4 vs. V6 debate, where the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine has many people saying less is more. No word yet on how the extra power will affect fuel economy, but given Hyundai’s commitment to efficiency of late – the turbo 4 still manages 30 mpg on the highway with either the 6-speed manual or the 5-speed automatic – we can assume the penalties won’t be too harsh.

The V6 is more proactive here, with 6 speeds regardless of manual or automatic choice, and this should help its efficiency as well. But a car like the Genesis Coupe isn’t all about efficiency, especially with trim designations like 2.0T Premium or R-Spec and 3.8 Grand Touring, Track or R-Spec. While even the base 2.0T trim is well-equipped with standard features like stability and traction control, a leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel, satellite radio and automatic headlights, the Premium offers notable advantages like automatic climate controls, navigation, an Infinity sound system and a power sunroof. The Grand Touring holds all the cards, however, with leather upholstery, heated seats and mirrors, fog lights and a rear-obstacle detection system. While the R-Spec trims are performance-oriented versions of the base trim, adding a sport suspension, limited-slip differential and upgraded brakes, the Track trim actually puts some of the comfort and convenience features back, offering all the performance options along with heated leather seats, navigation, automatic climate controls, the Infinity sound system and more. You’ll be able to have all the advantages of the stripper trims and still enjoy a full power package including sunroof, xenon headlights and a garage-door opener.

Hyundai recently released pictures of the upcoming 2013 Genesis Coupe, and it has obviously taken direction from its Veloster. While a handsome offering, many are criticizing it as too similar to its stablemates and therefore not unique enough to warrant approval. As is, this last year of the current Genesis Coupe styling will be the most powerful yet. Now about those V8 rumors…

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Published May 31, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
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by Enzo P
Nov 22, 2024
Good car soon to be used big turbo Nov 22, 2024
by Remy M
Jan 12, 2024
Its a ok car . Drives realy well. And Dose not brake down so much Jan 12, 2024
by Simeon R
Jun 13, 2023
After finally driving the car for the first time, I can see why people like the car. It has a racecar feel with a James Bond kinda vibe to it. Break felt a bit heavy, but thats my opinion. Its still very fun to drive, easy to maneuver, and gas isnt too terrible as well. Just be careful with cars like this as it can get you in trouble in the wrong situations. i.e Speeding. Good Luck!Jun 13, 2023

2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Pricing

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Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.4 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: dual front · Door trim: cloth · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: cargo area carpet · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: with lighting · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.91

Engine

Alternator: 110 amps

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear spoiler: lip

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual folding

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 14.9 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 19 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Telematics

Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: dual front · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: cargo area carpet · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: with lighting · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: storage organizer · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.91

Engine

Alternator: 110 amps

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear spoiler: lip

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual folding

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim type: aluminum alloy

Steering

Steering ratio: 14.9 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 22 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Telematics

Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: dual front · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.54

Engine

Alternator: 130 amps

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear spoiler: lip

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim type: aluminum alloy

Steering

Steering ratio: 14.9 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 22 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Telematics

Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Infinity · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 9 · 360 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.4 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: dual front · Door trim: cloth · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: with lighting · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.18

Engine

Alternator: 110 amps

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear spoiler: lip

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 6.5 in.

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual folding

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 14.9 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 19 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Telematics

Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Infinity · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 9 · 360 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.4 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: dual front · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.73

Engine

Alternator: 130 amps

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear spoiler: lip

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 6.5 in.

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Halogen

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 14.9 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 19 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Telematics

Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Infinity · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 9 · 360 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: dual front · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Foot pedal trim: aluminum · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: with lighting · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.54

Engine

Alternator: 130 amps

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear spoiler: lip · Rear spoiler color: body-color

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 6.5 in.

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: HID

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim type: aluminum alloy

Steering

Steering ratio: 14.9 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 22 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Telematics

Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

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