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I drove a rear drive Roadmaster for years, as well as rear drive Electras and Chevy Belairs for many winters without problems.
A heavy enough car can operate well in the winter, even without the engine over the drive wheels.
Haha, if you think a Roadmaster is fine in the snow then the Genesis will be fine since it has traction/stability control and a modern suspension. Just get a good pair of snow tires!
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Check out the Azera too, you might be able to negotiate a better deal on one of those.
The Buick Lacrosse is 197" long vs 193" for the Azera and 197" for the Genesis. Size is actually pretty comparable, but he will likely notice the lack of plushness in the Azera when he starts to option it out.
Here in Canada the Genesis comes only with AWD. The system is made by a division of Magna, in Austria, and seems very good.
There are three "mode" options, an Eco and Standard mode and a Sport mode which starts with a 20/80 rear bias for a more traditional sports sedan feel. The mode also changes the amount of power assist in the steering and the transmission shift algorithm. All modes allow torque to be transferred to wheels with more grip, so this is definitely an option you would want in your area. The V6 is rated at 311bhp, the 5.0 litre V8 is over 400, both with an 8 speed automatic.
The chassis is stiffer and handling better, in my opinion (and I have driven both) compared with the previous generation Genesis. While not as firm as a BMW I don't think you will find it slushy.
(I am a Hyundai salesman, but not in your area.)
Test drive all the cars you are considering, preferably on the same day, it's the only way to be sure.
Haha, if you think a Roadmaster is fine in the snow then the Genesis will be fine since it has traction/stability control and a modern suspension. Just get a good pair of snow tires!
Either get winter tires for all four corners or don't bother with winter tires at all. You're better off with four all-seasons than half-and-half.
The Genesis is a very compelling vehicle in its segment, and represents a great value. I have driven several as rentals, and they are great cruisers, not sporting in nature, similar to the E-Class as opposed to a 5-Series. I have only test driven an AWD in wet conditions as I have not come across one in a rental fleet, and am considering a Genesis as a good cruiser because it is very understated.
With regular ASRs, I have not had an issue with the RWD in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic with snow and ice on the roads, but the snow had been plowed, but still covering the road surface. The AWD gave me a similar feel to a 4Matic or Volvo XC system, as opposed to the more sporting feel of a BMW or an Acura SH-AWD.
With a good set of snow tires, even the RWD should perform acceptably in the amount of snow that would be prudent to drive any sedan, but with the AWD you would have the additional aids when needed to get started on an icy hill, etc., making it easier to handle wintry conditions and hills, of which you have no shortage in Pittsburgh.
In comparison to the Azera, the cars have a different feel. The Azera appeals to someone who is used to a FWD family car, but wants a bit of a more premium feel. I do not like the FWD Hyundais, personally, so I would avoid it, but it appeals to a Toyota Avalon/Lexus ES consumer, whereas the Genesis competes with a Mercedes E-Class or Lexus GS.
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The local news just ran a story where a guy was driving a Genesis and ran from the cops in a high speed chase. He was clocked at 130 MPH twice and eluded the police who didn't want to risk pursuing him at that speed. They got his license though and arrested him at home. I'd say that was impressive for a Hyundai although he won't be driving it for quite some time.
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