Leading up to the 2011 SEMA Show, Hyundai has already announced two performance-driven variants of the all-new 2012 Hyundai Veloster. Now, the South Korean automaker's hot streak continues as they've recently announced fiercely styled and retuned variant of the already popular 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, which has thoroughly impressed everyone here at Manly Hyundai.

The 2012 Hyundai Genesis Hurricane has been in development for nearly two years by Hyundai America Technical Center Inc. (HATCI) and a slew of aftermarket specialists, including Magnuson Products, Rhys Millen Racing, Harman International and Torvec Inc. They worked on everything from supercharging the engine to refining the exterior and everything in between, resulting in an improved Genesis that will rock you like a hurricane! Sorry, but we really couldn't resist the Scorpions reference.

2012 Hyundai Genesis Hurricane at a glance

-    Engine: Supercharged 3.8-liter V6, featuring a liquid to air intercooler
-    Horsepower: 450-hp (up from 306-hp)
-    Improved IsoTorque differential
-    DeatschWerks high flow fuel pump and 600cc injectors
-    Bilstein monotube shock absorbers and springs
-    SPEC lightweight single mass aluminum flywheel and stage two clutch
-    CPR Fabrication billet aluminum oil filter adapter
-    Refined exterior, featuring new front bumper, grille, hood, 19-inch wheels, side skirts, diffuser and a new rear deck with spoiler

Speaking on the Hurricane's performance, David Dutki, Senior Engineer, HATCI, says, "The HATCI and Magnuson supercharger demonstrates the high-performance potential of Genesis Coupe's V-6 engine - the car was engineered to handle this kind of extra power. Our HATCI engineers have been working for years with Magnuson to ensure high engine output is available on future Hyundai vehicles."¹

Of course, if you're in the market for something a little more tame, you can always check out the incredible lineup of safe, reliable, and affordable new Hyundai models here at 2755 Corby Ave Santa Rosa, CA 95407. We can be easily contacted online or by phone at (707) 545-7212, and we're always happy to share specs, compare models, and arrange test drives!

Source: ¹http://hyundainews.com/us/en-us/Media/PressRelease.aspx?mediaid=34239&title=genesis-hurricane-sc-to-create-a-storm-at-2011-sema-show