BTR Hyundai Genesis Coupe sends at least 600kW to the rear wheels

The Korean giant has confirmed that a Hyundai Genesis Coupe modified by Blood Type Racing (BTR) will be featured by the company at this year'€™s SEMA show.

Under the bonnet of the BTR-fettled Genesis Coupe is Hyundai’s 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Featuring nitrous injectors and strengthened internals, as well as a new high-boost turbo, intercooler, intake, remapped ECU and exhaust system, the four-pot delivers over 597kW (800hp) of power to the rear wheels; that works out to be at least 746kW (1000hp) at the crank.

A six-speed short-throw manual transmission, married to a limited-slip rear differential, upgraded axles, and a new flywheel and clutch, help the driver to decide how much of the Toyo R888 tyres should be painted on the road.

The car'€™s dramatic body kit features a front lip spoiler, a rear diffuser and a high-rise GT-style wing. It also extends the front fenders by 40mm and by 60mm at the rear. The car rides on 19-inch alloy wheels tied to a Stance suspension package, while Wilwood brakes are tasked with slowing the beast down.

To go with the car'€™s racing ambitions, the interior does without rear seats. In their stead will be a roll cage, racing seats up front with shells made from a mixture of carbon fibre and fibreglass, and a set of bolted-on OLED gauges.

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