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Hyundai Genesis vs. Audi A6 vs. Lexus GS vs. BMW 5 series

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What is this discussion about? Hyundai Genesis, Lexus GS 460, BMW 5 Series, Audi A6, Lexus GS 350, Car Comparisons, Coupe, Sedan

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#51 of 75 Re: 2009 Genesis vs. Audi A6 vs. Lexus GS vs. BMW 5 series [mobiusf1] by 55396

Aug 17, 2009 (2:02 pm)

Replying to: mobiusf1 (Apr 09, 2009 3:57 pm)
My impression is the same. I wrote the 528 off my list. Totally different experience. Thrashy, far less performance. Only the 535 for me.
 
 Still, my 03 Avalon gets up to 31 MPG runnung 80 with a load. 27-29 is more typical if windy etc. though. I would take a hit there with the 5 Series. Guess the fun factor would have to make up for it, but after upgrading the suspension, I don't feel I'm missing much there either (See 04 and earlier AV & suspension mods).
 
I just tried out a Cad STS AWD V8. Rather drive the AV, but the STS felt much heavier. Guess the ES 350 is still top of the list as I can always do the same suspension upgrade on that with KYB GR2 struts and Energy sway bar bushings.

#52 of 75 Audi by carolinabob

Aug 20, 2009 (10:19 am)

   Did not drive, but checked out an A4 and an A6 yesterday and studied the brochures and web info on both. The A4 appears better equipped than the A6 and almost as big inside. Both smaller than the Genesis and smaller than my Azera.
    Biggest problem is that neither is up to the Asian standards on features and electronics. Even after you load up with most expensive packages and options.
   Sales manager recommended I get the $770, 3 year maintenance package if I purchase. In otherwords, maintenance will be expensive per the manual.
    

#53 of 75 Re: Hyundai Genesis Sedan serious problems [rjj718] by rk2469

Aug 20, 2009 (2:57 pm)

Replying to: rjj718 (Aug 15, 2009 7:06 pm)
I need a confirmation. Such incident is so rare. If it did happen, I need more than 1 report to confirm it.
 
This single post isn't sufficient enough. I wouldn't dismiss it but such thing happens with other cars, including Lexus. I think, this anecdotal post is a rare and does not represent the total view.

#54 of 75 Re: Hyundai Genesis Sedan serious problems [rk2469] by rjj718

Aug 20, 2009 (7:17 pm)

Replying to: rk2469 (Aug 20, 2009 2:57 pm)
To follow up: Problem not resolved. I contacted the dealership from which I purchased the vehicle. Two calls went unreturned (Mon the 17th). On Tuesday the 18th the same thing happened with the car -- system failures resulting in total inoperability. I must say that once I got the car to the dealership, I've had fantastic communication from my service rep. He's been cooperative, informative and honest. Fortunately they're not minimizing the seriousness of the problem with this particular vehicle -- if they did they would have one angry customer. Their Genesis techs are baffled but working hard to fix it. All day Tuesday when the car was with them it ran fine, then a manager went to drive it in the evening and incident #3 happened. I truly do not believe that this is characteristic of the Genesis, and yes it could happen with any vehicle. I think it's rare and a fluke, and I also feel confident that Hyundai will fix the car. I've done a good deal of research on the web and not found a similar experience.

#55 of 75 Re: 2009 Genesis vs. Audi A6 vs. Lexus GS vs. BMW 5 series [55396] by dulnev

Aug 22, 2009 (7:35 pm)

Replying to: 55396 (Aug 17, 2009 2:02 pm)
If you like Avalon and considering ES 350, check out the 2010 Buick Lacross. Never thought I would suggest a Buick to anyone, but you have to see this car to believe it. It is beautiful inside and (mostly) out, and is choke full of technology and features not available on BMW, Audi or Lexus that cost $20K more.
 
I wouldn't want to buy it because the driving experience is supposed to be similar to the Lexus ES, but that seems to be what you want.

#56 of 75 If you like Avalon and considering ES 350, check out the 2010 Buick Lacross by 55396

Aug 22, 2009 (11:20 pm)

Ah, but have they solved the resale problem?
 
If I bought an ES 350, I wuld probably do the same suspension upgrades that I have done to my wife's 03 Avalon as detailed in the 04 and earlier Av forum. Handles much more like a BMW now and is more fun to drive. Tried out a new Cad STS AWD V8. Heavier feel, but I prefer the AV. Don't like the Cad steering feel. CTS too.

#57 of 75 Re: If you like Avalon and considering ES 350, check out the 2010 Buick Lac by prema1

Sep 12, 2009 (8:17 am)

Replying to: 55396 (Aug 22, 2009 11:20 pm)
Rather than wasting money on suspension upgrades for an ES350, I would just spend $5000 more and get a GS350. GS350 has superb handling, a more powerful engine (I think it is because of direct injection), and drives as well as a BMW. No front wheel drive car will match that.
 
On the Genesis - I agree its a good car and don't believe reliability issues are widespread. But a Hyundai dealership just can't provide a premium service experience. I went in there, and just did not want to deal with a service guy who barely speaks English and has a gold tooth. Its just not confidence inspiring. Plus if you ever need a loaner you get stuck with some crappy 4 cylinder hyundai instead of getting a Lexus ES350, IS250 or RX350 loaner which is what Lexus offers. I think Hyundai was extremely naive in trying to start a luxury car business without separate dealerships.

#58 of 75 Re: If you like Avalon and considering ES 350, check out the 2010 Buick Lac [prema1] by 55396

Sep 12, 2009 (8:45 am)

Replying to: prema1 (Sep 12, 2009 8:17 am)
"Rather than wasting money on suspension upgrades for an ES350"
 
Well, if $$$ were no concern.......... but I can do the suspension upgrade for 1/10 of that and still have a fine car. What does one really need? As opposed to what would I like to have. Guess I'm just too practical. That's why I will buy when they come off 3 year lease and the price is down. That initial depreciation is like flushing the money down the toilet. I have no debt and I want no debt. Personal choice. Don't like paying others for using their money either. Also like flushing it down a toilet. I pay cash because of what I have saved doing it like this. Takes discipline and not for everyone but it works great for me.

#59 of 75 Re: If you like Avalon and considering ES 350, check out the 2010 Buick Lac by prema1

Sep 12, 2009 (10:23 am)

Replying to: 55396 (Sep 12, 2009 8:45 am)
I also have no debt, no leases, pay cash and get really good deals. I was simply making the point that suspension upgrades cost money upfront which are pure depreciation because they aren't worth much of a premium to used car buyers.

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