St. Peters, MO -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/15/2011 -- St. Charles Hyundai is proud to announce that the dynamic 2012 Genesis 5.0 R-Spec is now available at the dealership in the St. Louis area. The all new 2012 Genesis 5.0 R-Spec is a car ready to make waves with the combination of ultimate engine power and luxury.

The brand new 5.0 R-Spec Genesis model is powered by a 5.0 liter V8 engine that rips up roads with 429 horsepower and 376 lb-ft of torque. The engine is the most powerful Hyundai engine ever. In addition to the power, Hyundai engineers were able to add high-pressure direct injection into the engine to attain the extreme power numbers at the same time of increasing fuel economy and decreasing emissions.

Drivers of the high-powered 2012 Genesis 5.0 R-Spec can expect fuel efficiency of 16 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway. The new eight-speed transmission added to the 2012 model helped to improve acceleration, smooth shifting and transmission effectiveness by six percent compared to the last version. An enhanced body frame also helped with balance control and handling of the Genesis.

The 2012 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 R-Spec rides on 19” wheels and new headlights with dark chrome inserts to help the Genesis stand out from the rest.

For more information on the 2012 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 R-Spec, come into St. Charles Hyundai and speak with our sales staff members and schedule a test drive. Visit Hyundai.StCharlesAuto.com to view the collection of Hyundai inventory available at St. Charles Hyundai.

About St. Charles Hyundai
St. Charles Hyundai is proud to serve St. Louis, MO. Carrying a full line of new and used Hyundai cars, St. Charles Hyundai offers the ultimate selection when it comes to purchasing a vehicle. The knowledgeable and award-winning service department is ready to assist with all repairs and maintenance needs. The parts department offers the latest and best variety of Hyundai parts and accessories. St. Charles Hyundai strives for 100 percent customer satisfaction for each visit.