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Sedans Lexus GS Article Comments - 2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2008 Lexus GS 350
152 messages, Last post on Jun 06, 2009 at 1:45 PM
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Comparison Test: 2009 Hyundai Genesis 4.6 vs. 2008 Lexus GS 350 - Hyundai isn't shy about its targets for the Genesis. "While Genesis will compete for customers with cars like Lexus ES, Chrysler 300 and Cadillac CTS," the company stated in a press release about the car's pricing, "Genesis' performance capabilities and luxury features are comparable to sedans costing tens of thousands of dollars more." (more)
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Replying to: joe97 (Sep 12, 2008 7:20 pm) Only in 0-60, which was independently tested. The Boxster had a weight advantage of over a ton, and still came in almost a second slower - should note Genesis does have the power advantage but still. I believe they also did a test with the 750i, with the Genesis finishing ahead. LOL so whats next a HOTROD  Hyundai can aspire what ever it wants to be. The ADS are still a Joke. No porshe Boxter buyer let alone a 750i buyer will ever consider it - right now.  May be after 10-20 years of if anything changes
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Replying to: adamjmank (Sep 12, 2008 11:45 am) |
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Replying to: adamjmank (Sep 12, 2008 12:04 pm) |
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Replying to: tom17 (Sep 12, 2008 6:45 pm) BTW, the GS is rated low by Consumer Reports (04/08) and Motor Trend (09/08). Re: Genesis, MT said "Lexus should be worried, truly." And I don't think they were referring to the ES series. They gave GS 2 stars, Azera 3 and Genesis 3.5. I came close to getting an Acura RL and if had to replace my car right now, probably would be it - if price is right. Only about 6,000 were sold last year. Has never done well, small, AWD doesn't really do a lot, poor MPG, competitors are generally better equipped. It is a nice car, but just not quite there for the top of the line Acura. |
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Replying to: satyarg (Sep 13, 2008 4:22 am) This ad is about using a name (Porsche) that is known for speed and performance and making the point that the Genesis is in the ballpark with that type of car in that aspect. Not everyone is going to make a spreadsheet with performance specs on it, but most people will understand what you mean when you say that a car is as fast or faster than a Porsche. Just like the Lexicon sound system is mentioned with the Phantom. The Genesis and the Phantom are not competitors, but when you hear Rolls it puts you in the right mind to think more highly of the Genesis.
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Replying to: satyarg (Sep 13, 2008 4:08 am) |
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Replying to: satyarg (Sep 13, 2008 4:13 am)  Second why are you being so defensive? So what if a car is being sold with 7K off, all of the luxury models are taking hit with the economy as it is. Does it make you feel better if everyone said every Lexus model is selling at MSRP?
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Replying to: joe97 (Sep 13, 2008 3:31 pm) You can never dream of having a GS/ 5 series/RL or any porshe which Hyundai compares itself with for that kind of money .So these are in different leagues. I test drove the Hyundai few weeks back and within weeks the value of this car has stumbled to leasing at the above rate or buying it for $30750.00 including Destination. That proves how most buyers feel it is worth irrespective of what an edmunds editor or Hyundai feels its competition is. |
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Replying to: jeffreid (Sep 13, 2008 2:08 pm) hyundai puts in a multi million dollar ad campaign not to compare but to educate most people who are ignorant of the fact how slow a boxter can be compares to a full size sedan costing $30000.00. LOL THATS THE MOST HILARIOUS INTERPRETATION I HAVE EVER SEEN
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Replying to: satyarg (Sep 13, 2008 5:46 pm) The price reductions prove once again the real competitors for the genesis are Avalon/Accord/C300/MKZ and the Maxima.Hyundai just wants to differentiate it bycomparing with the Luxury segment and the reviewer just played ball . Hyundai has a history of doing this first with the Kia Amanti ( benchmarking it against a Benz and then reducing the price by $7000.00 in two months time) then they repeated it again with the New Sonata ( history knows what buyers thought of the comparision ADs with Camry ). They repeat price reductions with the Veracruz , Entourage and Now with Genesis initial discounts not offered but starting to offer discounts and low lease offers.
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