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The Genesis sedan still offers a great ride and remains tricked out with subtle luxury that feels understated and posh. In fact, Hyundai may not be charging enough. And I never thought I would ever say that.

The 2012 Hyundai Genesis R-Spec redefines notions of luxury and value — lots of power exquisitely delivered, deft handling that rivals anything in its class, a beautifully appointed passenger cabin, all at a base price below $50,000.

The Genesis Coupe offers some serious bang for your buck. It’s a legitimate performance vehicle that comes at the price of a midsize sedan.

The 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe offers upgraded features and track-worthy performance at an attainable price. Despite its higher price tag, it still offers competitive power and fuel economy with both the four-cylinder and V6 engines.

The 2013 Genesis Coupe looks better, the power upgrade is impressive, plus driving dynamics have been improved. All these factors combine with the unique value packaging to make it not just a stand-out, but a stand-alone pick.

With handsome styling, generous luxury features and engine power to match, the 2012 Hyundai Genesis takes its rightful place among established luxury sedan rivals.

The 2012 Hyundai Genesis remains a stylish choice and a great value for the money. Its confident and able handling, bevy of comfortable features and a solid trade-in value guarantee keep it a top contender in the midsize sedan segment.

Are you buying that LS460 because it carries a $70,000 price tag, or because you like the way it coddles you? Are you buying the BMW for the roundel or for the 0-60 time? I would posit the Hyundai Genesis 5.0 R-Spec does all the above minus the badge.

The Genesis does has style in spades (note the completely redesigned front end, replete with a new hood stamping); lots of equipment (the revised cabin is much more pleasant than before and far more luxurious than that of the BRZ/FR-S); and, of course, lots of raw power.

With a balanced rear-wheel drive chassis, the choice of turbo or naturally-aspirated powertrains, and a starting price of just $22,250, there’s certainly a lot to love about the 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.

Hyundai has taken its already potent Genesis Coupe and turned it into one of the most compelling and affordable performance cars on sale today. It can go toe-to-toe with very well established nameplates, and in most cases outperform them.

The 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe bundles excellent driving dynamics with brisk performance into an attractive package. It is more in keeping with the new wave of American muscle cars than the sedan with which it shares its name.