Is the Genesis Coupe a rear-wheel drive car?
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The Genesis Coupe is a rear-wheel drive car. The Genesis Coupe is a high-end sports coupe. This model, which is an extension of the Genesis brand and model platform, is Hyundai's strategic model for entering the luxury car market. The length, width, and height of the Genesis Coupe are 4630 mm, 1865 mm, and 1385 mm respectively, with a wheelbase of 2820 mm. In terms of appearance, the upper grille of the Genesis Coupe does not use the common chrome trim, but instead uses a metal mesh as decoration, combined with two distinct three-dimensional pressing lines on the engine compartment, forming a clear nose. The area of the upper intake is very small, which further highlights the wide and exaggerated shape of the lower intake.
Of course, the Genesis Coupe is rear-wheel drive, and I can personally attest to that. As a veteran driver with nearly 30 years of experience, from old Buicks in my youth to today's sports cars, this car left a deep impression on me. The rear-wheel-drive layout makes it exceptionally stable when cornering, with precise turn-in, unlike front-wheel-drive cars that tend to understeer. I even did a little drift during a test drive on mountain roads—the grip and agility from the rear wheels were quite captivating. However, you need to be extra careful driving it in rain or after snow, as rear-wheel drive makes it more prone to slipping. If you press the throttle too hard, the tail might swing out—safety first, after all. Though discontinued for years, it still has many fans chasing after it in the used car market. It offers ample power at an affordable price, and compared to modern front-wheel-drive family cars, the Genesis Coupe is more suited for weekend fun driving. The only downsides are higher fuel consumption and slightly more maintenance hassle.
