CHICAGO 2009, Forte Kia and Hyundai Genesis Coupe-R Spec
February 14, 2009 by Automotive
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Hyundai and Kia does not have big news worldwide, but two very interesting and expected USA . The first is the Forte American version (totally new to this market) and the second is Genesis Coupe Spec-R .
Kia Forte American version:
Kia at Chicago, to Forte. A model was presented last year and is currently sold in European countries. This replaced the old Spectra .
The engine consist of a two-liter with 156 hp from a 16V and 2.4i with 170 hp, and then you have the Eco , which consists of a 2.0i 16V, which differs by having changes in the electronic management to reduce consumption and emissions.
The trim levels are called LX, EX and SX, where the last is the one that has a sporty air. The prices of the same have not yet been published by the firm.
In the images we see are almost imperceptible changes that suffered. But if you look carefully, we may note that has a new grill (panel bee), optics with a black background, new tires and more luxury features.
Hyundai Genesis Coupe-R Spec:
Hyundai at Chicago to a more interesting variant of the Genesis Coupe . This is version R-Spec ‘to’ and is known for having an engine and a price that leaves its rivals standing pretty bad.
This is a sporty rear with a 210 hp 2.0T engine and a six-speed manual transmission. Road consumption is 7.8 litres/100 km, and reaches the
220 km / h . The price is $ 23,750 (18,420 euros).
The equipment consists of an ABS, electronic brake distribution, stability control, 19-inch wheels,
Brembo , several color choices ( Karussel White, Black Bathurst and Red Tsukuba) , a differential Torsen tires Potenza suspension and a specially hardened.
The equipment that has the
Genesis Coupe-R Spec shows several important things, like bluetooth, audio equipment, cruise control and onboard computer. And to achieve the smooth 220 km / h .
As we see this is just a version specially designed for tuning and for companies engaged in this.
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