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Hyundai isn’t keeping quiet about its future product line, with the company’s U.S. chief previously revealing details about the company’s upcoming hybrid and electric vehicle plans and now details about the company’s replacement for the Tiburon.

Speaking with Edmunds, Hyundai’s John Krafcik confirmed that a new compact sports car will be released by the end of 2011 and that a name is yet to be picked though Veloster and Tiburon are being considered.

The comments contradict earlier speculation that the Tiburon was being scrapped in favor of the current Genesis Coupe. Instead the two models will be going after... Hyundai isn’t keeping quiet about its future product line, with the company’s U.S. chief previously revealing details about the company’s upcoming hybrid and electric vehicle plans and now details about the company’s replacement for the Tiburon. Speaking with Edmunds, Hyundai’s John Krafcik confirmed that a new compact sports car will be released by the end of 2011 and that a name is yet to be picked though Veloster and Tiburon are being considered. The comments contradict earlier speculation that the Tiburon was being scrapped in favor of the current Genesis Coupe. Instead the two models will be going after different market segments, with the Tiburon replacement to be positioned below the current model. Krafcik explained that the new model "will have a lower price point, kind of eco sport positioning, where it is not going to be all about performance." Repositioning the car will ensure that Hyundai won’t be cannibalizing its own sales by having two similar cars, the Tiburon and the Genesis Coupe, in similar segments. As for the styling of the new model, Krafcik revealed designers will be looking to the Veloster concept shown at 2007's Seoul Auto Show for inspiration and that 70-80% of the concept car's lines may transfer to the production version. The design briefing will focus around making the replacement Tiburon "very stylish", as well as "very fuel efficient," he explained. The car will be FWD, and will also be significantly smaller and lighter than the current model. As for the powertrain, Krafcik said "it'll be powered by a 1.6-liter four cylinder with direct injection making 140hp. And it'll get over 40mpg". Read More

This year is the last for the Tiburon two-door hatch, though Hyundai is quick to point out it's not being replaced by the new Genesis coupe due to hit dealerships in early 2009. Its replacement - another small FWD coupe - will most likely be based on the sexy Veloster concept from the Seoul auto show.

"We are seriously looking at a small front-wheel-drive coupe to replace the Tiburon, but I can't say when that will happen," said John Krafcik, Vice President of product development for Hyundai, in an interview with Automotive News.

He went on to emphasize the Genesis coupe is intended to fill a new role in the company's lineup - it's not a ... This year is the last for the Tiburon two-door hatch, though Hyundai is quick to point out it's not being replaced by the new Genesis coupe due to hit dealerships in early 2009. Its replacement - another small FWD coupe - will most likely be based on the sexy Veloster concept from the Seoul auto show. "We are seriously looking at a small front-wheel-drive coupe to replace the Tiburon, but I can't say when that will happen," said John Krafcik, Vice President of product development for Hyundai, in an interview with Automotive News. He went on to emphasize the Genesis coupe is intended to fill a new role in the company's lineup - it's not a Tiburon replacement. The new Veloster-based car would be the spiritual heir to the Tiburon legacy. Bearing a bit of a resemblance to Kia's Cee'd - using the same platform as its corporate cousin would make a lot of sense - the Veloster concept was pitched as a 2+2 with a sporty demeanor and an economical 2.0L engine, a formula that worked well for the Tiburon. With the Veloster's more hatch-like proportions and modern styling, it might find even greater success than its sharky forebear. Since Hyundai has plans for the Genesis coupe to occupy its range from economy coupe below $20,000 to luxury sport coupe above $30,000, differentiating the eventual successor to the Tiburon on more than drivetrain alone is probably a good move for the company. Read More

Hyundai is preparing for the launch of its all new Genesis coupe but before it arrives officials have given the car it will replace, the Tiburon Coupe, one last hurrah with the unveiling of the new TSIII limited edition model. On sale in the UK only, the Tiburon TSIII has offers a number of styling enhancements and unique colors as well as a new sports suspension set-up and quilted leather seats.

The TSIII is available in Stone Black, Rose Red, Crystal White or Carbon Grey and is fitted with 17in anthracite-finish alloy wheels as standard. Other features include a quad tailpipe exhaust system, a larger boot spoiler than the standard car,... Hyundai is preparing for the launch of its all new Genesis coupe but before it arrives officials have given the car it will replace, the Tiburon Coupe, one last hurrah with the unveiling of the new TSIII limited edition model. On sale in the UK only, the Tiburon TSIII has offers a number of styling enhancements and unique colors as well as a new sports suspension set-up and quilted leather seats. The TSIII is available in Stone Black, Rose Red, Crystal White or Carbon Grey and is fitted with 17in anthracite-finish alloy wheels as standard. Other features include a quad tailpipe exhaust system, a larger boot spoiler than the standard car, and new LED brake lights. Under the hood sits a 141hp 2.0L petrol engine that moves the car from 0-62mph in about 9.3 seconds and takes it to a top speed of 129mph. Inside the cabin, the TSIII features quilted leather sport bucket seats with matching leather trim on the doors. Adding to the sporty feel are chrome sill guards with a TSIII logo, metal foot pedals and a new sports steering wheel. Air conditioning with climate control, heated front seats and cruise control all come as standard on the TSIII, along with an iPod compatible stereo and metal-look finishes on the steering wheel, centre console and air vents.Hyundai Tiburon TSIII limited edition Read More

The replacement for Hyundai’s FWD Tiburon sports coupe will feature a RWD layout when it arrives in early 2009. The new coupe will be the second model to be based on Hyundai’s new RWD architecture, the first being the Genesis sedan that’s expected to go on sale by mid-next year.

A spokesman has revealed to reporters from Automotive News that "there will be a coupe off the Genesis," and that it will arrive “six months to a year after Genesis as the replacement for the Tiburon.” Hyundai has previously announced that the Genesis sedan would be the first of several new models to based on its new RWD platform.

The... The replacement for Hyundai’s FWD Tiburon sports coupe will feature a RWD layout when it arrives in early 2009. The new coupe will be the second model to be based on Hyundai’s new RWD architecture, the first being the Genesis sedan that’s expected to go on sale by mid-next year. A spokesman has revealed to reporters from Automotive News that "there will be a coupe off the Genesis," and that it will arrive “six months to a year after Genesis as the replacement for the Tiburon.” Hyundai has previously announced that the Genesis sedan would be the first of several new models to based on its new RWD platform. The new coupe is being benchmarked against Infiniti’s G35 coupe and will sport a new high-performance V6 engine. There was no word on whether the V8 engine from the Genesis will also appear in the new coupe but let’s keep our fingers crossed. Read More

Hyundai’s next generation Tiburon Coupe was recently caught undergoing the final phases of its development program before hitting the international auto show circuit next year. The new coupe is said to mimic some of the lines of the HCD8 Sports Tourer concept, which debuted at the 2004 Detroit Auto Show, but the latest images reveal some of the proportions of the current model will carry over.

The 09 Tiburon will ride on an all-new platform but the front-drive configuration is likely to stay, but with a range of more powerful four-cylinder and V6 engines. Hyundai is also rumored to be working on a new rear-wheel-drive coupe based on... Hyundai’s next generation Tiburon Coupe was recently caught undergoing the final phases of its development program before hitting the international auto show circuit next year. The new coupe is said to mimic some of the lines of the HCD8 Sports Tourer concept, which debuted at the 2004 Detroit Auto Show, but the latest images reveal some of the proportions of the current model will carry over. The 09 Tiburon will ride on an all-new platform but the front-drive configuration is likely to stay, but with a range of more powerful four-cylinder and V6 engines. Hyundai is also rumored to be working on a new rear-wheel-drive coupe based on its upcoming Genesis sedan. Unlike the Tiburon, this new coupe would be a premium model aimed at luxury makes and is likely to feature a V8 powerplant. Hyundai is well on its way to reaching its goal of becoming one of the top five car makes in the world. It’s no longer regarded purely as a maker of cheap and unreliable cars and is now comparable with many of its more established rivals. A recent survey has found that Hyundai’s image has improved dramatically in recent times, with the South Korean carmaker’s brand ranking improving by 32%, something that will definitely help the new Tiburon. Click ahead to see the spy shots. Via: Carscoop Read More

Images of the updated Tiburon have been circulating around the new for a while now, these latest shots came from a Hyundai forum. The new interior shots reveal a very upmarket look for the Korean coupe with two tone leather buckets, new gauges in the centre control unit and funky blue LED display.

External visual changes include the revised headlights and larger intakes in the front bumper. Air is also funnelled through new air vents on the fenders. A highly modified version should make it the next SEMA show in November.

Mechanically the car will remain much the same. This means the familiar 172hp 2.7L V6 or the lower spec 138hp 2L... Images of the updated Tiburon have been circulating around the new for a while now, these latest shots came from a Hyundai forum. The new interior shots reveal a very upmarket look for the Korean coupe with two tone leather buckets, new gauges in the centre control unit and funky blue LED display. External visual changes include the revised headlights and larger intakes in the front bumper. Air is also funnelled through new air vents on the fenders. A highly modified version should make it the next SEMA show in November. Mechanically the car will remain much the same. This means the familiar 172hp 2.7L V6 or the lower spec 138hp 2L four-cylinder driving the front wheels. New features include a tire-pressure sensor and stability control as standard. Click here for more high-res images. Read More