What is the tuscani?
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tuscani refers to the Hyundai Genesis Coupe, which is a two-door sports car under the Hyundai brand. Taking the 2006 Hyundai Genesis Coupe as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4395mm, width 1760mm, height 1330mm, wheelbase 2530mm, minimum ground clearance 160mm, fuel tank capacity 55l, and trunk capacity 312l. The 2006 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is equipped with a 2.0l naturally aspirated engine, with a maximum power of 105kw and a maximum torque of 186nm, paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission.
I remember the Tuscani was a classic small sports car launched by Hyundai, back between 2001 and 2008. The first time I saw it at an auto show, I thought it was really stylish, with design inspiration seemingly drawn from Italian flair—sharp front fascia and a sleekly slanted rear window. It came with two main engine options: a 2.0L four-cylinder and a 2.7L V6. The rear-wheel drive made it agile in handling, and acceleration was pretty quick. Price-wise, a new one back then cost around 100,000 to 200,000 RMB, but now you can find one on the used market for just 20,000 to 30,000 RMB—an insanely high value for money. I’ve driven a friend’s a few times; the interior felt a bit plasticky, but the seating was comfortable, with tight rear space but ample legroom up front. It helped Hyundai shed its image of only making budget cars, giving young people access to something cool—even the later Veloster benefited from its legacy. Maintenance was simple, and doing an oil change yourself was no problem. All in all, it was a milestone in Hyundai’s sporty transformation, and it still turns heads on the street.
