Hyundai Genesis Coupe R-Spec Debuting @ SEMA

Hyundai will debut the Genesis Coupe R-Spec that was first announced at the Chicago Auto Show back in February at next week’s 2009 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The tuner-friendly R-Spec is essentially a stripped down version of the 2.0T Track model with a 210HP 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four that does away with several non-essential convenience features such as Bluetooth, automatic headlights, cruise control, trip computer, chrome interior accents and steering wheel audio controls to reduce both cost and weight. At $23,750 (not including a $750 freight charge), the new Genesis Coupe R-Spec is priced $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 Bridgestone 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)