Hyundai Genesis Coupe to be discontinued; next two-door to be more luxurious in line with Genesis brand

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The Hyundai Genesis Coupe is no longer – the two-door, rear-wheel-drive coupe’s 2016 model year will be its last before a replacement comes along in 2017, according to The Truth About Cars; however, it won’t carry the Hyundai badge as Genesis is now its own sub-brand. Theoretically a rival to the likes of the Ford Mustang and Chevrolet Camaro, it stood in a rather more distinct place in the market.

“A new, more sophisticated and luxurious coupe appropriate for the new Genesis brand is currently under development,” said Christine Henley, PR manager for Hyundai Motor America, after confirming the discontinuation. The Genesis Coupe shared a platform with the car formerly known as the Genesis sedan, which has since become the Genesis G80.

While the aforementioned replacement coupe is its direct successor, there will also be a high-performance variant of the Genesis G80 forthcoming, which has been spied testing. Thus far, Genesis had confirmed that it will have six models in its lineup; the G80, G90 and G70 which make up the three sedans, in addition to a pair of SUVs. This bit of news confirms the sixth model to be a coupe.

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  • Sam Loo (ori1) on Aug 05, 2016 at 11:03 am

    After 12 months, better to drive this care to junk yard and claim insurance

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  • Bernard on Aug 06, 2016 at 4:22 pm

    2 door with automatic is a waste of time. Must have manual or paddle shifters. And build these cars only in small numbers for enthusiasts. Be prepared to make losses as well.

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