Can you Believe this is a Hyundai

[VISITOR]

Chicago-based customization firm Toca has revealed a twin-turbo, 600 hp performance version of Hyundai's Genesis sedan dubbed "Steel Phoenix" ahead of SEMA in Las Vegas next month.

Hyundai and Toca are chasing German “super sedans” like the BMW M5 and Mercedes E63 AMG with the Steel Phoenix, so the car’s engine has been given a significant power boost. The concept is powered by a thoroughly reworked version of Hyundai’s 5.0-liter “Tau” V8, which produces 600 hp (447 kW) thanks to a bespoke Garrett twin-turbo setup. Toca’s work extends well beyond just bolting two turbos onto the Genesis’ engine. Under the bonnet, the Steel Phoenix has been fitted with two Garret intercoolers, wastegates and boost control valves from TiAL and a custom oil cooling system from Earl’s Performance. The upgraded engine breathes through an ARK Performance twin exhaust system.

To deal with all that extra power, Toca has upgraded the Genesis’ chassis and braking systems. The Steel Phoenix is fitted with an AirREX air suspension system that lowers the car’s ride height for a better presence on the road, and front brakes have been upgraded to 380-mm (15-inch) discs clamped by 8-piston forged calipers. Rear brakes are 356-mm (14-inch) discs and 6-piston forged calipers.

21-inch wheels wrapped in Toyo Proxes T1R tires measuring 255/30 up front and 295/25 at the rear round out the performance package. As well as providing good grip, the wheel and tire package complement the car’s wide bodykit and lowered stance. A custom metallic grey paint mix gives puts the "steel" in "Steel Phoenix" package.

On the inside, Toca’s changes include contrast white stitching on the Hyundai’s black leather seats, carbon fiber trim and a Rockford Fosgate stereo system, which takes advantage of a new trunk screen that shows off the car’s audio and air-suspension hardware. Toca has also added its logo to the headrests on the Steel Phoenix’s seats.

The Steel Phoenix Genesis will be on display at SEMA, which runs from 4-7 November. Gizmag will be on the ground covering all the action.

[custmsprty]

Wife just got new 2015 Sonata Limited last weekend. It's an awesome car for the money. She's owned nothing but Nissans and four generations of Altimas. This car outclasses the 2015 Altima SL easily. It has every gizmo imaginable. Full leather interior, heated and COOLED front seats which is awesome for down here in Florida. Full length moon/sun roof, 2 postion driver selectable seat automatically adjusts at start up, 8" nav/infotainment system, split screen feature, shows the exact screen that's on your ipod and controls all ipod functions through vehicle steering wheel and stereo. 400 watt Infinity stereo system with HD radio and a 4" LCD drive center dash info system LED drl's. HID headlights, rear back up camera, trunk opens automatically with proximity switch in your pocket. Awesome Pearl White Paint too. And it drives really smooth too. Amazing car for the money. They've come a long wayyyyyyy.

[Shortspark]

Outstanding looking car! Enjoy the ride!!

[DaveT435]

Very nice car

[custmsprty]

Very nice car

Thanks, she loves it. It's her first non Nissan, it took a little convincing but once she took a test drive it was a no brainer for her. We rented a 2014 Altima at Thanksgiving and drove it to North Carolina so she got a really fair comparison.

Plus it's 56% US made components including engine and transmission and assembled in Montgomery, Alabama.

[Red Hawk]

I will stick with American iron, er plastic. Trans Am ws6 & Firehawk for me. North American.

[custmsprty]

Outstanding looking car! Enjoy the ride!!

Thank you.

[custmsprty]

Gave it the treatment for her, she detailed the interior

[Shortspark]

I forgot to ask you a couple questions. I have a 2007 Sonata and of course it has been perfect, but no comparison to this new version. I notice you have a pano roof. How cool do you think that will keep you in the Florida sun during summer? I ask because I worry about that myself living here in Texas. Secondly, how cool are the front seats? Some cars don't really cool and just send out air whereas others, such as Lincoln, seem to somehow divert air conditioned air to the seats. What does the Sonata do in this regard?

[custmsprty]

Outstanding looking car! Enjoy the ride!!

Thanks, she's enjoying it.

I will stick with American iron, er plastic. Trans Am ws6 & Firehawk for me. North American.

It's a little hard asking your customers to cram in the back of one of those