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#6620 of 6844 Re: G8 vs 09 Maxima [louiswei] by joe97 Jul 09, 2008 (8:35 am)
Replying to: louiswei (Jul 09, 2008 7:44 am) I am talking about the front section only. The other cars you listed don't look alike upfront, IIRC. The Genesis looks much better from a styling POV IMO with the current grille, and it gives its own distinct look in the family, and not just an "oversized" Sonata. Observe:   Genesis grille that never made it:     2009 Sonata grille:     2009 Genesis current grille:
#6621 of 6844 G8 vs Maxima by drwilsc Jul 09, 2008 (3:46 pm)
Is it me? or would it have made more sense to compare the G8 GT with the G35 Journey? Both RWD (rather than the FWD Maxima). Journey starts at just 32,700, in the ballpark of the G8. Motor Trend tested an automatic 2007 G35 S and recorded a 0-60 time of 5.3 seconds, faster than the G8 GT in this comparo. Seems a more reasonable comparison than the G8 vs Maxima and I suspect would have had a different outcome. Replies to this message: tjc78 (Jul 10, 2008 3:54 am)
#6622 of 6844 Re: G8 vs Maxima [drwilsc] by tjc78 Jul 10, 2008 (3:54 am)
Replying to: drwilsc (Jul 09, 2008 3:46 pm) Not a fair comparo there either.... the G35 is much smaller than the G8. IMO the only current car that matches up with the G8 is the Charger/300C. Maybe the Genesis, but honestly that car is totally different. The Genesis is a big lux car that just happens to be fast, the G8 is a performance car that just happens to be big.
#6623 of 6844 Driving Impressions!!! by allmet33 Jul 10, 2008 (10:04 am)
Since the Genesis isn't listed above, I just want to say in short...it definitely is in a class of it's own. If you get the 3.8...it sits right on the edge of not being mainstream because fully loaded w/tech package will run you $40K. You can get a base model 3.8 for $33K, premium package for $35K and the premium plus for $36K (which is VERY nicely loaded by the way).   I would urge any interested in the 300C, M35, Maxima, G8, E-Class or even a GS...go drive a Genesis. Trust me, getting in it, pushing the start button, putting it into gear and hitting the gas will quickly make you forget all about whether or not you like the waterfall grille. The seats...think of your favorite easy chair and how you sink in and feel comfortable. Well...the seats in the Genesis are that comfortable, without the sinking in part. They support you as well as pamper you with the thick, supple leather they used. The dash...very, very high quality feel to it....comparable to the likes of Lexus, Infinity & Benz. Only difference, they don't use real wood trim, but the faux wood looks nice. I tested a midnight blue with tan interior and the dash had a charcoal leather, but the wood trim was an ebony faux wood...SWEET!!! I like the fact they went with the black carpet with the tan seats.   Let me put it like this...we can go back and forth about which car is faster 0-60, which can pull higher G's on a skidpad, which can pull through a slalom the fastest, but...for every day driving that most of us do, you can't deny the quality of ride this car gives you. If you look at it from a perspective of how you actually drive (and now how a magazine would run a car through it's paces)...you would fall in love with the Genesis.   Okay, so it doesn't have power pedals, but with the power adjustable steering wheel/column (up, down & telescope) and all the adjustments the seat offers...you really don't need them. The biggest omission I can see is the lack of power folding mirrors...that's it. Replies to this message: drwilsc (Jul 10, 2008 1:57 pm) joe97 (Jul 10, 2008 5:28 pm) allmet33 (Jul 11, 2008 5:58 am)
#6624 of 6844 Re: Driving Impressions!!! [allmet33] by drwilsc Jul 10, 2008 (1:57 pm)
Replying to: allmet33 (Jul 10, 2008 10:04 am) The Genesis looks like a very nice car. The question is, is a non-luxury brand like Hyundai gojng to be able to convince people to buy it over the likes of BMW 3-series, Lexus ES or IS, Infiniti M35/M45 or G35, Benz C 350, Cadillac CTS, etc when a loaded V6 costs 36 grand and the V8 version starts at $37,250? The Genesis probably would have better executed if were priced more like the G8 GT in the lower 30's.   People will gladly plop down 40 grand for those other makes, but a Hyundai? Tough sell, regardless of how good the car actually is. Replies to this message: joe97 (Jul 10, 2008 5:28 pm) allmet33 (Jul 11, 2008 5:58 am)
#6625 of 6844 Re: Driving Impressions!!! [drwilsc] by joe97 Jul 10, 2008 (5:28 pm)
Replying to: drwilsc (Jul 10, 2008 1:57 pm) The Genesis probably would have better executed if were priced more like in the lower 30's.   It really wouldn't matter too much, I don't think. If a prospective shopper is passing on the car, it would not make that much of a difference if a loaded Genesis was in the lows 30s, say.   And too bad for them, since the Genesis is one well-crafted product. I, for one, think the US Genesis V6 and V8, ranged from 33K-42K MSRP (w/ delivery and shipping) are very very competitive. There have not been many faults I've came across with the car so far, neither have other perspective shoppers, owners, and professionals in the industry. Everything is pointing in the right direction for the Genesis, including previous weak spots from the company that makes this car - for example, the predicted residual value is something like 66% after two years and 50% after 3 - amazing figures; or the fact its suspension is actually one of the strengths, this coming from a company known for making softer rides. Bottom line, this is just a damn good car, with or without the price factor; of course, the price just makes the deal that much sweeter.   I am actually in the process of doing my research and drives for my next car, all of the luxury-branded cars similarly priced in the range of the Genesis are out, either too small (3er/G35) or their drivetrain (ES, MKS), G8 and GS are also out. It's really coming down to a battle of the luxury mid-to-large sedans (i.e. 5er, M, Genesis, E-Class). A test drive or two on the Genesis will certainly help with the process.
#6626 of 6844 Re: Driving Impressions!!! [drwilsc] by allmet33 Jul 11, 2008 (5:58 am)
Replying to: drwilsc (Jul 10, 2008 1:57 pm) Honestly...all it will take is someone taking a ride in it. From the moment you sit down in the driver's seat to the instant you fire up the engine and the dash comes to life. When you start comparing what you get for the money and what you would have to pay the other makers for a car with equal options and amenites, coupled with the fact you can burn regular gas...it starts becoming more and more attractive than it already is.   I'm telling you...internet pics do nothing for the car. Seeing it in person makes you want to climb inside. The layout of the car makes you want to see what it's all about. Driving it...well, you quickly forget that it's a Hyundai, that much I can guarantee. If you didn't have the circled "H" staring you in the face (steering wheel center), it would be very easy to forget that fact!!!   In our current financial state, one isn't simply going to just plop down $40K. They are going to want a whole lot for that money and I hate to say it, but there isn't another large sedan that can give you what the Genesis gives you for the price. There might be a couple that come within a few thousand $$$, but you would have to look at the trade-offs.   I also hate to point out...the 3-Series, ES, IS, G-35, C-Class or CTS don't even compare to the Genesis. First of all, none have the interior space to match the Genesis. Like I said before, the Genesis would compare better to the M35/45, 300C, G8, GS, 5-Series & E-Class...trust me. Until you've gone to actually sit in it and drive it, you won't understand.
#6627 of 6844 Avalon on the chopping block? by joe97 Jul 12, 2008 (8:43 am)
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/News/articleId=128990 Replies to this message: tonycd (Jul 12, 2008 7:52 pm)
#6628 of 6844 Of course, that doesn't mean they won't CALL the stretched Camry an Avalon. by tonycd Jul 12, 2008 (7:52 pm)
Replying to: joe97 (Jul 12, 2008 8:43 am) Which is pretty much what the first Avalon was, no?
#6629 of 6844 1st impression 2009 Maxima by allmet33 Jul 22, 2008 (6:16 am)
I finally got to see a new Maxima on the street. Very sharp car in person...the one I saw was black with the charcoal interior. The new Max is supposed to be bigger on the inside than the previous model and if it is, Nissan is making very good use of interior space because on the outside it looks smaller. To be honest, it doesn't look any bigger than a G35. The lines are very fluid and the car looks like it's in motion even when sitting still. One thing I love is how Nissan did the tail lights (you would have to see them in action to understand). It may be a Maxima, but it lends itself to an Infinity vibe. Good job Nissan!   Now...there is always talk about how one automaker copies something from another automaker and it just so happened that the Max was at a stop light next to a Honda Civic coupe...the pics below give an idea of how similar they are from the back, but of course, the Max has more rounded rear quarter panels. If you were to see them both from directly behind, they would be hard to tell apart from a distance.     Replies to this message: hjc1 (Jul 22, 2008 8:29 am) allmet33 (Jul 22, 2008 8:34 am) hjc1 (Jul 22, 2008 2:13 pm) and 1 more... cyberpunk (Jul 25, 2008 2:51 pm) hjc1 (Jul 26, 2008 7:15 am) cdmuile (Jul 26, 2008 5:28 pm) allmet33 (Jul 28, 2008 5:49 am) cyberpunk (Jul 28, 2008 9:35 pm) and 3 more...

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