Hyundai Genesis

The Hyundai Genesis is a midsize luxury sedan that seats up to five passengers. It was produced between 2009 and 2016, before being rebranded as the Genesis G80 under Hyundai's new luxury division. The automaker also offered a sports coupe with the Genesis nameplate, and it is reviewed separately. The sedan’s most recent and final generation debuted in 2015, featuring a more refined design, upgraded features, and an optional all-wheel-drive system.

The Genesis comes in a few different trims, ranging from the base 3.8 to the top-tier 5.0. The most common is the 3.8 trim, which is powered by a 3.8-liter V6 engine that received a bump in output from 290 to 311 horsepower starting in 2015. The 4.6 trim features a 4.6-liter V8 with 375 hp (or 386 with premium fuel). It was replaced in 2012 by the 5.0, which boasts a larger 5.0-liter V8 with about 420 hp. An R-Spec version was also available for the 5.0, adding performance-oriented upgrades such as a sport-tuned suspension and larger brakes. Most versions utilize an eight-speed automatic transmission, though early models (pre-2012) employ a six-speed unit. Power routes to the rear wheels with the exception of 3.8 models equipped with optional all-wheel drive, which was first offered in 2015.

The base 3.8 trim comes well-equipped with features, including leather upholstery, heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a touchscreen infotainment system, while the higher trims build upon these by adding amenities such as ventilated front seats, premium audio systems, and advanced safety features.