Let’s show some Hyundai love

This is not new or breaking news, but I feel we need at the very least a summary article to show those in the dark just how good Hyundai is becoming as a company. Let's start with the Hyundai Genesis coupe, scheduled to go on sale in 2009.

This little baby is typical Hyundai bang for the buck. The difference is, this car may turn the tide for the company. Instead of being hindered by the brand name, people may actually be proud to own a Hyundai after this car is released.

The concept shown above is how the actual production car should look, aside from the real carbon fiber hood, which I doubt they will try to sneak in there with a base price of under $25,000.

Those scoffing at paying 25k haven't seen the goods yet. And yes, the goods are good.

Read more after the jump to see what the Genesis is packing for hardware.

It's got a 300 hp 3.8 L V6 that powers the rear wheels, for one thing. Add in Brembo brakes, big wheels and tires, and an independent suspension, and you've got a competent sports coupe. The car should weigh around 3,500 pounds, which puts it in Mustang territory.

The base engine is also supposed to be a mysterious turbo four outputting over 200 horsepower, which adds an interesting twist to the formula.

With the quality of Hyundai's sedans nipping at the heels of venerable Japanese favorites Honda and Toyota, it will be exciting to see if this sports coupe can launch the company into the profitable venue of the import performance scene. If this car drives as well as it looks, we may have a new alternative on the block for a fast, value driven import.