Hyundai Gives Azera /Grandeur Sedan a Mid-Life Facelift

Here's our first look at the 2010 Hyundai Grandeur facelift that was revealed in its home market in South Korea today. The revised Grandeur sedan, which is sold as the Azera in North America and other international markets, has received some minor cosmetic tweaks to keep it looking contemporary in a line-up of newer Hyundai products.

Most of the styling upgrades concern the mid-size sedan's front end which gains new headlamps, a redesigned bumper and larger grille.

At the back, changes are limited to the modestly revised LED tail lights, the reshaped bumper and the new chrome tail pipes.

Aside from some new options and standard features, the only difference inside concerns the introduction of a new package with Alcantara seats.

It remains unclear if or when Hyundai will redesign the North American Azera.


KDM 2010 Hyundai Grandeur Facelift

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U.S.-Spec 2010 Hyundai Azera

Hyundai Genesis Coupe with Mid-Mounted 500HP V8 Engine Heads to 2009 SEMA

The Hyundai Genesis Coupe seems to be getting some serious attention at this year's SEMA show. One of the most interesting tuning proposals, or shall we say concept studies, based on the South Korean model is the Rhys Millen Racing fabricated RM460 Genesis Coupe. The American tuner got rid of the two-door model's front-mounted engine and the rear seat bench to make room for a heavily modified version of the Genesis sedan's 4.6-liter Tau V8 powerplant that churns out 500HP.

The tuning firm's engineers modified the chassis to better accommodate the Tau V8 and added a custom rear glass hatch conversion to allow better access to the engine.

Power is transferred to the rear wheels through a Mendeola five-speed sequential transmission geared up for a maximum speed of 182 mph or 293 km/h, always according to Rhys Millen Racing.

In addition, the Genesis Coupe's MacPherson strut dual-link front suspension and five-link rear suspension setup has been upgraded with KW coilovers while the car comes equipped with a high-performance braking system from StopTech that sit behind 20-inch wheels wrapped in Toyo T1R rubber.

Finally, the RM460 Genesis Coupe will feature a RMR Signature Edition bodykit, a carbon fiber spoiler and custom carbon fiber rear hatch while interior updates will include Sparco Chrono sports seats, Sparco Alcantara and carbon fiber interior panels along with Infinity Kappa Perfect Speakers and power amplifier.

Source: Hyundai / RMR , Via: Autoblog.com

Hyundai Previews GReddy Prepped Genesis Coupe 2.0 Turbo with 350HP

In less than a month's time, the annual SEMA Show in Las Vegas will play host to all things aftermarket including an array of specially tuned models such as the "GReddy X Gen Street Genesis Coupe". Working in conjunction with Hyundai, the folks over at GReddy are preparing a modified version of the entry-level Genesis Coupe with the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The Japanese tuner's goal is to increase output from 210HP and 223 lb-ft of torque to 350HP and 320 lb-ft with a 0-60mph time under six seconds.

Mechanically, the Genesis Coupe benefits from an upgraded turbo, a large front-mounted intercooler kit, a SE Spectrum Elite cat-back exhaust system, MX racing downpipe, Type-S fully adjustable coil-over suspension, six-piston front and four-piston rear brake calipers and various other mods.

In terms of styling, GReddy offerings will include an lip spoiler, carbon fiber hood, rear wing, Volk Racing G2 alloy wheels shod in Toyo performance tires plus special graphics.

The coupe's interior will feature a set of Sparco racing seats, modified gauges, boost controller and a turbo timer as well as a remote switching system.

According to GReddy, all of the parts designed for the Genesis Coupe show car are planned to be released as a production kit while the firm also plans to make additional engine modifications, pushing output closer to 500 HP.