2012 Hyundai Genesis R-Spec Sedan

[@juliusjones1154]

I just purchased this car it's the best car I've ever driven.

[@SOBIsHobbies]

Even after 8 years it still looks pretty good and held up its value relatively good. Hyundai really did their homework before entering into this segment.

[@chimaeraSPK]

Hi Tom. The 5.0L isn't exclusive to the just R-Spec anymore. They also have a 5.0L non-R-spec model.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Every writer is different. Most start as interns at papers or car mags. Persistence is critical, many don't get paid for years, if ever. Cars have been my passion since I've been a kid. I work at a TV station, so I had the opportunity to create this. Did it for years on my own time. just wanted to create a mainstream resource that was fun but informative. That's the key- work hard and do it your own way. It will take time, I've done it for 8 years, and it's now just taking off. Best of luck!

[@morganlingsweiler9813]

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[@DrivenCarReviews]

I do occasionally if it's particularly good or bad. With most modern cars it's not an issue anymore, they generally score very well across the board.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

You are correct. I somehow missed that when going through the press material. It says that it's coming out this summer. Guess summer is early this year...

[@DrivenCarReviews]

It's my opinion that the car is geared toward coddling rather than all out sport. Part of my opinion is formed because the seats lack bolstering.

[@alijalab]

this one worth the money. power + reliability.

[@theQuiet2010]

HI I really enjoy watching your show very descriptive but fun unlike most car review shows on youtube. I wanted to ask you a question though how did you become a automobile test driver/reviewer? im still a student in completely different field from auto industry but watching what you do inspires me to go in this field of occupation as well hope you can read this long post and when you do reply for me as well :) thanks for your time and thanks for the show!

[@oldschool1928]

Good observation at 2:12 regarding the modest bolstering in the seats for being a performance model, but remember you mentioned that this car is towards the "coddling" of the driver which "bolstering" seats would not do. A Lexus-like trait.

[@ham645]

tom you rock man awesome review each time!!!!!!!!!

[@teamracing6]

Another excellent car review Tom, thanks. I agree with your comment that Genesis will be compared with the 300 by shoppers. I personally like the Chrysler better, although I don't like the latest redesign of the 300 as much as the original.

[@taha03ful]

Hey Tom,please i want a review on Kia Cerato/Forte ... as the reviews are awesome ! Thnx

[@hobosorter]

Nice but it seems outclassed by others in the same segment. Great review as always. Thanks.

[@bass4life77]

can you please do a review on the infiniti jx and the 2012 bmw 328i

[@porsche558]

Is it 2 Genesises or Genesi? LOL!! Great review as always Tom! I never thought I'd hear myself say this but Hyundai has built a decent luxury car. I completely agree that a panoramic roof should be there....even if it's just an option.

[@oldtwins]

Very nice vehicle. I hope to get one if I can only hurry and finish paying off my '77 Pinto first. Had to take many title loans, got one more payment to go and it's mine !

[@cnelson3225]

Man did you see that nice puff of black smoke when that took off the line? Almost thought it was diesel.

[@TheIoniqGuy]

Great reviews! Keep them coming

[@venom5809]

Nice car, nice review. Very good car for the money I have to say, you really can't argue with that price. On a side note I am going to steal Tom's coat.

[@dwaynebolan2583]

PLEASE MAKE A REVIEW FOR THE BMW M5 AND BMW 1M!

[@kostasp1269]

I like his video - very knowledgeable and straight forward

[@76carmel]

Tom, I think the Genesis R-Spec doesn't directly compete with the BMW 5 Series with the V8 or Cadillac CTS-V. To me, the direct competition, Chrysler 300 SRT8.

[@RealtimeReviews613]

Lets see a review of the 2012 genesis COUPE v6....

[@shanelpn]

perfect review, thank you

[@lbart2005]

IT's probably a press car thats been beat on from day one of IT's life.

[@MCDAMON1Productions]

I think they should take that line in the middle of the grill off. Other than taht, great car and review :D

[@bmwmsport11]

I don't think 2009 was the year people started accepting hyundais.....I'm thinking it's going to be 2025 when people see Hyundai as a good brand. I don't hate the equus, genesis and azera, but hyundais make me feel like I'm cheap. Good video

[@theQuiet2010]

thanks for the reply!

[@RealtimeReviews613]

Save your money though, new completely redesigned model is coming next year

[@2Kriss2Kross]

I think its better than a 300C but better than the BMW M and Cadillac V? It's not a bad car but not so much. I also don't like how its missing a badge up front. Looks like the badge was taken off like some people do.

[@brenroo1892]

That big puff of black smoke at takeoff shows how bad there problem with oil consumption was with the '12

[@guambombboy]

Costco Polish hotdog with drink! Too good! Oh and nice car!

[@shinzantetsu]

The time in the interior clock was 420 bwahahahha

[@TheAdventureAuto]

Looked like you were rolling coal there at the beginning upon acceleration.

[@Tglass]

I've read the early 2012's had a ring problem and some suffered from excessive oil consumption, which was corrected in the later 12's.

[@TheAdventureAuto]

@@Tglass Yea I saw that too. I went with a 2013 just to be safe.

[@TheMichaelRN]

haters are only test drive away.

[@Pedal2TheMetal]

I gotta admit this isnt a bad car at all... but its resale value will go down badly so the savings from buying a "cheap" luxury car will be lost.

[@professorb3843]

the music is funny but nice review

[@plusismaelenrique]

I wanted to buy a Mercedes, but now I want a hyundai

[@izuaff04]

it looks solid....nice job Hyundai.....but I'm a sucker for German cars esp..BMW

[@genesisTCaliEnginerd]

i bought 2 of these genesis cars and paid them off and then changed youtube name to genesis...

[@nwhit1]

Holy crap, that black smoke does not look good!

[@RealtimeReviews613]

$55,000 for a knock off lexus ls460 f sport. $40,0000 cheaper than the lex. More horsepower etc. its asteal but still not sport enough

[@geargrinding2430]

Cars cost so much more where I live in country Boston I have car sticker was over 60 k v6 46k

[@dillonthorne4574]

2:10 :)

[@micahjared8082]

Insane sleeper. Its not your Fathers Hyundai.

[@mcg18993]

I though that this is a Mercedes.

[@RamirezRobertoPerez]

I am American born and raised.... that does not change the fact third world Canada does not make cars. :D

[@TheMichaelRN]

what's wrong toyota/honda? lost the mojo?

[@tallen35875]

those wheels are hideous. oh. and the new head and tail lights are worst. i would prefer the pre-refresh model.

[@RamirezRobertoPerez]

LOL yeah ALL CANADIAN BRANDS! XD

[@thatfeeble-mindedboy]

In terms of reliability, aChrysler 300 and this car are not even on the same planet. These go toe-to-toe with the other asian offerings legendary for being trouble-free cars ... the names like Lexus, the Infinity, Acura, of course, but the rank and file Toyota, Nissan, Honda, products as well. The 300 ... well, .... it’s a Chrysler... That company and its cars have their history and reputation as well ... He kind of skipped over that part.