The HP rating I got is direct from Korea. This reading might be in DIN format.
However, we may never have the track or chance to try and experience it.

I think we'll just have to wait until it gets here and then see - on price and performance figures. Maybe before long someone will put one of the engines on a dyno, like HorsePower TV or whatever, but I'm not holding my breath. It's easier for them to go solely off of the manufacturers "estimated" specs.

While I've been preaching about getting a Genesis sedan since its inception, I think Hyundai is shooting themselves in the foot if a loaded V8 model is going to be in the mid-40s. That's not really undercutting the competition by much, if any. Case in point - I "built my own" Infiniti G35 Journey on-line and it came out to $40,925. Yesterday we went by the local dealer and they had one on the lot with the exact same options I chose (fully loaded except for AWD) with an MSRP on the sticker of $40,025. See attached .pdf if interested in what I chose. Additionally, the .pdf doesn't say what the packages contain that I chose so I'll state those too.

The Genesis has a few options that this car doesn't like a V8 w/60hp more, cooled front drivers seat, 6sp auto vs. 5sp, ... umm ... Then again, the G35 offers a few that the Genesis won't come with.

 2008_Infiniti_G35_Journey_Loaded.pdf ( 52.03k ) Number of downloads: 28


Package descriptions:

Navigation Package

• Infiniti Hard Drive Navigation System with touch-screen, Lane Guidance and 3-D building graphics
• XM NavTraffic®[1] providing Real-Time Traffic information
• 9.3GB Music Box hard drive and compact flash slot for playing MP3 files
• Infiniti Voice Recognition for climate control, audio, and information and navigation systems
• RearView Monitor

Technology Package

• Intelligent Cruise Control with Preview Braking
• Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS)
• Pre-Crash Seat Belts

Premium Package

• Power sliding tinted glass moonroof with one-touch open/close, tilt feature and sliding sunshade
• Infiniti Studio on Wheels™ by Bose® premium audio system with 24-bit Burr-Brown DAC, single-feed 6-disc CD autochanger with MP3 playback capability, Radio Data System (RDS), and ten speakers, including 3-way component front door speakers with 10-inch subwoofers and a parcel shelf-mounted subwoofer
• Interface System for iPod®
• Driver's Audio Stage
• 2-way power driver's seat lumbar support
• Memory system for driver's seat, steering wheel and outside mirrors
• Driver's seat, steering wheel and outside mirror position synchronization
• One-touch auto-up/down rear windows with safety auto-reverse feature
• Power tilt and telescoping steering column synchronizes gauge cluster with column for improved vision
• Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror with HomeLink® Universal Transceiver and compass (compass not included when combined with Navigation Package)
• Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System

Sport Package

• Viscous Limited-Slip rear Differential (VLSD)
• Solid-magnesium paddle shifters mounted on steering column
• Split 7-spoke 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with W-rated summer performance tires
• Larger brakes
• Unique front fascia and side sills
• Front sport seats with thigh extension and driver's power torso and thigh support
• Unique sport steering wheel stitching
• Aluminum pedals

I know the track record of the G35 and what it brings to the table - including a 13.9 quarter mile and 0-60 in 5.5 seconds, for the automatic. Of course it is 500 pounds lighter than the V8 Genesis. But it also has the Z-motor so there are upgrades galore out there if so inclined.

I dunno guys (and gals), if the filly is going to cost more than the thoroughbred I might be having second thoughts. Of course these are just my personal opinions and thoughts. I can only hope that Hyundai has the sense to make a fully loaded V8 Genesis available for right at $40k, $39.5k sounds even better since you're not in that crowded 40k+ market.

No, this is not a pro-G35 post. :)

It's good reasoning actually. I just read a G35 review in ... maybe Motor Trend. It was a close 3-series fighter... quite a ride from all they say, very impressive car. V6 vs. V8 is a purely preferential thing if the V6 still produces ample power to move the vehicle so aggressively, and the car still comes with all the right features.

I agree that the likelihood I'll buy a Genesis on into the mid-40s tapers off. Then it's getting lost in a crowd of pretty stiff competition for known, trusted and respected brands, loaded entry-level cars brand new, or far more impressive entries that are 2-3 years old, but under CPO warranties. For example, an '04 or '05 Jaguar XJR, low mileage (20k-30k range) with a 6-year bumper-to-bumper CPO warranty for around $35k. I was dead-set on Genesis when it was going to be in the mid-30s for either option; similar luxury & power, similar features, similar motors, but better warranty and maybe a little more curiosity about the Hyundai. But if it's $10k more, that difference matters for me (and for a lion's share of the Genesis's target demographic, I'm sure). The success of the model will rest almost entirely on the Mercedes & Jag buyers who are willing to "try Hyundai". Maybe their marketeers know something we don't, but I think the consensus is that folks are willing to spend $60k-$90k on a car and who who will nevertheless buy a car for its quality, regardless of the perception of the brand, are few indeed.

After the review I read about G35, I'm tempted to go test-drive one. After learning about this new rumored pricing of Genesis, that temptation is redoubled.

But it's true though :-)

I am kind of out of the loop with the Genesis, has there been anyone on this board who has driven the v8 extensively? Very curious to know.

A friend had a Camry with a plastic intake or something similar - it melted 3 months out of warranty. Toyota offered a 50% credit toward future work.
In looking at specs, I would go with the 3.8 with options, especially with Hyundai's low MPG ratings on its larger cars.
However, I will wait until 2011 out and all the tests and opinions are in. I didn't do this with the Azera and its suspension problems.

The 3.8L tech package is quite a good deal. Not only do you get the tech package features you also get the 18" wheels found on the Korean model. Just with Hyundai center caps. Always can swap those out with the Korean ones.

Andyman Get used cpo in a few years it will be half the price.