MSRP $33,000 - $39,500
Hyundai's Genesis full-size sedan takes aim at established luxury cars like the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class with its rear-wheel-drive layout, available V-8 power and upscale features. Primary competitors include the Buick Lucerne, Chrysler 300 and Toyota Avalon.
There are no significant changes for 2010.
The Genesis doesn't break new ground with its exterior styling, but it manages to look upscale, if a bit conservative. The headlights are angular, like Lexus', and when viewed from the side the sedan brings to mind the Infiniti M and BMW 5 Series.
There are no significant changes for 2010.
The Genesis doesn't break new ground with its exterior styling, but it manages to look upscale, if a bit conservative. The headlights are angular, like Lexus', and when viewed from the side the sedan brings to mind the Infiniti M and BMW 5 Series.
- Either 17- or 18-inch wheels are available
- Optional adaptive headlights that swivel in the direction of turns
- Standard heated mirrors
- Standard fog lights
- Optional lower bodyside moldings
The influence of the luxury segment can be seen in the design of the Genesis' cabin. The middle of the dash bulges outward like the one on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, and Hyundai has picked up on the German luxury brands' fascination with integrated control knobs with its new system that's used to operate the available navigation system, among other things. For 2010, there is an optional, touch-screen navigation system.
- Standard XM Satellite Radio and Bluetooth cell phone connectivity
- Optional heated and cooled driver's seat
- Optional leather dashboard
- Optional power sunshade
Genesis buyers have the choice of either a V-6 or V-8 engine. The Genesis is rear-wheel drive. Regular gas is recommended for the V-6, but premium is recommended for the V-8. Both engines use a six-speed automatic transmission.
- 290-horsepower, 3.8-liter V-6 that makes 264 pounds-feet of torque
- 375-hp, 4.6-liter V-8 that makes 333 pounds-feet of torque
Standard features include:
- Antilock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist
- Electronic stability system
- Side-impact airbags for the front and rear seats
- Side curtain airbags and front active head restraints
- Optional front and rear parking sensors and a backup camera
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