2012 Hyundai EQuus Luxury Concept

The new 2012 Hyundai Equus is the realization of that dream. Flawless in everydetail, it surrounds you with luxury and cares for you. It demonstrates the depth ofthought and consideration that has created something truly unique. An overriding philosophy expressed in every line of the Hyundai Equus. Unitingeverything from concept to reality - creating refinement, beauty andcharisma. Unique precision and control, that sets new standards for safety andluxury in motion. A fluid sensation of individuality and deepsatisfaction as you explore new heights in automotive accomplishment. Engineering as an art form. Hyundai Equus performance redefined to suit your everymood and personal style. Technology that is as smooth as silk, but withmassive power reserves that are always ready to move you.

2012 Hyundai EQuus

2012 Hyundai EQuus

2012 Hyundai EQuus

History Hyundai Equus the first generation Equus were sold in South Korea, China, and the Middle East.A very limited number, badged as the Centennial, were made availablefor some western European markets in the early and mid 2000s. At first,there were two engine types a 3.5 Sigma V6 and 4.5 8A80 (Omega) V8engine. After a few months, the 3.0 Sigma V6 engine type was added. Twoversions were available: a sedan (3.0, 3.5 and 4.5) and limousine (3.5and 4.5). In Japan, under the name of Mitsubishi Dignity (limousineversion) and Mitsubishi Proudia(sedan version), about 2,000 units were sold. Specifically, the 4.58A80 (Omega) V8 engine was a GDI (Gasoline Direct Injection) typeengine which was designed and developed by Mitsubishi Motors. Thisengine was optimized with premium unleaded gasoline fuel, but there waslittle opportunity to get this type of fuel in Korea at that time. So,most of these engines used normal unleaded gasoline fuel, and then hadsignificant performance issues, about which drivers of this engine-typecomplained.

2012 Hyundai EQuus

2012 Hyundai EQuus

2012 Hyundai Equus Interior

The Hyundai Equus made its North American debut. At the 2010 New York Auto Showthe US-Spec version was revealed with the same 4.6L V8 engine as theGenesis except with 10 hp (7 kW) more than the current version. Thisputs the total engine output at 385 hp (287 kW) with 333 lb·ft(451 N·m). It was also revealed that the Hyundai Equus will bereceiving a 5.0L V8 with 429 hp (320 kW) and 376 lb·ft (510 N·m). This engine will be an option for the Equus after January 2011. This engine will also be placed in the facelifted 2012 Hyundai Genesis. and possibly the 2nd Generation Hyundai Genesis Coupe. The North American Equus features a badge attached on the hood asopposed to the hood ornament, the grille features a horizontal gridpattern like its Genesis sibling as opposed to the vertical one oninternational models, and an included iPad device with an Equus user's guide application pre-installed as opposed to a traditional owner's manual.