
The Hyundai Genesis Coupe, even now that its turbo four has been dropped from the lineup, occupies an interesting value-focused area of the coupe market.
It overlaps with some of the sportiest two-doors yet also covers some of the same ground as those with more of an emphasis on luxury.
The Ford Mustang, with its 2.3-liter turbocharged four, has already claimed part of what the Genesis Coupe gave up.
And the all-new 2016 Chevrolet Camaro is also heading in that direction, with a turbocharged four on offer.
Far more expensive alternatives include the BMW 435i and Infiniti Q60, although both are more refined in both their ride and handling characteristics.
Back at the bargain end of the market, the Honda Civic Coupe is a new rival (with a new Si slated to arrive soon).
The Nissan 370Z might be the most direct rival, although it has a much choppier ride and serious road-noise issues.
The Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S are also threats to the Genesis Coupe; they sacrifice straight-line brute force for a nimble, light, and balanced feel that's confidence-inspiring.
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Quick Specs | |||||
The 2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe appeals to a more limited group than it used to; but it straddles the line between budget sports car and refined touring coupe in all the right ways. |
The 2016 Chevy Camaro finally shuffles off its muscle-car coil and earns true sports-car credentials. |
The Ford Mustang keeps its newfound finesse and pony-car attitude, blasting past its 50th year with a rorty new Shelby GT350 variant plus more ways to stand out from the crowd. |
The Subaru BRZ is just as much fun as high-priced sports cars in many cases, at a small fraction of the price; and it's reasonably practical. |
The 2016 Scion FR-S is the perfect affordable sports car for many, with just enough in the way of creature comforts to keep it livable as a daily driver as well. | |
MSRP From | |||||
$26,950 | $25,700 | $24,145 | Coming Soon | $25,395 | $25,305 |
Gas Mileage | |||||
15 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | Coming Soon MPG City / Coming Soon MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy |
Engine | |||||
Premium Unleaded V-6 | Gas I4 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | N/A | Premium Unleaded H-4 | Premium Unleaded H-4 |
EPA Class | |||||
Subcompact Cars | Compact | Subcompact Cars | N/A | Minicompact Cars | Minicompact Cars |
Style Name | |||||
2-Door 3.8L Manual Base w/Black Seats | 2-Door Coupe 1LT | 2-Door Fastback V6 | N/A | 2-Door Coupe Manual Premium | 2-Door Coupe Manual (GS) |
Drivetrain | |||||
Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | N/A | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | |||||
4 | 4 | 4 | N/A | 4 | 4 |
Passenger Doors | |||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | |||||
Coupe | Coupe | Fastback | N/A | Coupe | Coupe |
Transmission | |||||
Manual w/OD | Manual | Manual w/OD | N/A | Manual w/OD | Manual w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | |||||
2016 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2016 Chevrolet Camaro | 2016 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2016 Ford Mustang | 2016 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2016 INFINITI Q60 | 2016 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2016 Subaru BRZ | 2016 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2016 Scion FR-S |