- There are no plans for a supercharged version of the Hyundai Genesis, despite the debut of the 450-horsepower Hyundai Genesis Hurricane SC set for next month's 2011 SEMA Show, the Korean automaker told Inside Line.
- A Magnuson Products supercharger gives the Genesis showcar's 3.8-liter V6 engine a 144-hp boost.
- While not bound for the Nurburgring, Hyundai said the Genesis Hurricane SC will be used as a demonstration vehicle at future track events.
COSTA MESA, California — There are no plans for a supercharged version of the Hyundai Genesis, despite the debut of the 450-horsepower Hyundai Genesis Hurricane SC set for next month's 2011 SEMA Show, the Korean automaker told Inside Line.
At this point, there is no factory-installed or dealer-installed supercharger available for the Genesis — what could be construed by some as a major omission. But in a phone conversation on Friday, Hyundai Motor America Spokesman Miles Johnson said there isn't likely to be one in the near future, despite the fact that Hyundai America Technical Center Inc. (HATCI) and several suppliers have been hard at work on the supercharged Genesis concept for two years.
"This is just a showcar," Johnson said. "However, Magnuson provides us with the ability to produce an OEM-level supercharger if we wanted to."
He added: "Our guys at HATCI are real gearheads and are always tinkering around on the side. We continue to investigate options."
A Magnuson Products supercharger gives the Genesis showcar's 3.8-liter V6 engine a 144-hp boost.
While not bound for the Nurburgring, Johnson said the Genesis Hurricane SC will be used as a demonstration vehicle at future track events. No specific details have been provided on where it is likely to be seen.
The showcar — described by Hyundai as a "hard working lab-rat" — is a collaboration between the automaker, Magnuson Products, Rhys Millen Racing, Harman International and Torvec Inc.
"The HATCI and Magnuson supercharger demonstrates the high-performance potential of Genesis Coupe's V6 engine — the car was engineered to handle this kind of extra power," said David Dutko, HATCI senior engineer in a statement.
Rhys Millen Racing provided exterior upgrades, including a front bumper, grille, hood, side skirts, diffuser and rear deck with spoiler. The showcar also gets high-performance 19-inch wheel and tire assemblies from Enkei and Hankook, along with upgraded LED headlights and taillights.
The cabin features a Harman International Lexicon audio system and Katzkin custom premium leather and suede seats.
Other mechanical upgrades include Bilstein monotube shock absorbers and springs with adjustable ride height and a Brembo six-piston brake kit.
Inside Line says: One of the more compelling vehicles at the 2011 SEMA Show, given the capabilities of the Genesis and how Hyundai appears to be thinking.
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chente says:
02:44 PM, 10/17/2011
@Smallfield.
I never said this would be a OEM product. I never thought it was. That was more to the ppl that were saying on custom applications (not OEM) people would see at best results of 50hp with root style superchargers. So this article proved all those ppl wrong because it in facted gained 144hp. Just because its a show car doesnt mean Magnuson couldnt offer this supercharger as an aftermarket product.
I agree with you on the higher cost if this was going to be OEM. And thats why it didnt make sense to me. Why spend the money in R&D when you could spread the cost of thier new V8 over to this model as well if they wanted more power.
wgtp says:
09:54 AM, 10/16/2011
The GT-R proved you don't need a V-8 to have a Supercar. That also is true for Mustangs, Cameros, etc. The Coupe could use the better turbo 4. Having said that, V-8's are so cool. Cars need both options. If the economy will ever get it's s*** together...
smallfield says:
08:36 AM, 10/15/2011
@chente
From one of those who thought a 140hp boost from roots was not feasible I hope you are right, but from the article you are using as proof you aren't right:
"This is just a showcar," Johnson said. "However, Magnuson provides us with the ability to produce an OEM-level supercharger if we wanted to."
Meaning - if they use the roots boost levels from the SEMA car it is unlikely to last through the warranty period, thus OEM will be less of a boost.
Look at the CTS-V - LS3 to LSA is "only" 136hp and that power boost comes at a significant cost that Hyundai is unlikely to go for. The cost is even more to go LS3 to LS9. It's not that Hyundai or anyone else can't make a reliable SC V6 with a 140hp boost. The trouble is doing it right to last 150K miles is pretty expensive and there are more cost effective solutions currently (their 5.0 V8 for one).
Again - hope you are right though. A 450hp Genesis coupe would be pretty cool.
chente says:
05:31 PM, 10/14/2011
Lol looks like I was right about the previous spy shots of this being a aftermarket product. Where are all the fools that were saying Roots style superchargers would only give it a 50hp bump at best!
pathos says:
05:15 PM, 10/14/2011
Sooo... estimated price Edmunds? Inquiring minds want to know.
miscpippa says:
03:58 PM, 10/14/2011
SEMA: Stupid Engineering Manifests Again
marcos9 says:
02:49 PM, 10/14/2011
@4everrs
"Give the trans stronger internals, slap a supercharger on, and recalibrate the ECU.
What again is so difficult about this? Seems like something an enthusiast would do on their own. Yawn"
One word - reliability. At least enough reliability to last an OEM warranty, if they decide to sell it in real life.
easym1 says:
02:27 PM, 10/14/2011
This company has been pressing the right buttons. Whether we like it or not, they are selling tons of car. If Toyota and Honda will match their designs, many that left those companies will be back.
4everrs says:
02:04 PM, 10/14/2011
Give the trans stronger internals, slap a supercharger on, and recalibrate the ECU.
What again is so difficult about this? Seems like something an enthusiast would do on their own. Yawn
hotrodw says:
01:30 PM, 10/14/2011
Seems like a lot of effort for a show car. An offering like this could convince a lot of us enthusiasts that Hyundai is for real. Not to mention the bitch slap it would present to the Japanese manufacturers for ignoring us for so long.