2012 Hyundai Genesis Reviews, Ratings & Specs
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Kelley Blue Book Value®
$9,609 - $13,561
Used Fair Purchase Price Range
MPG (up to)
18 City /
28 HWY
Horsepower
333-429
Seats
5
Expert Review
| Performance |
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3.7 |
| Interior |
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4.1 |
| Comfort |
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3.7 |
| Value |
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3.3 |
Editor's Overview
The words "Hyundai" and "luxury" became same-sentence partners with the Genesis, a roomy and well-equipped sedan whose price undercuts rivals by thousands of dollars. The Genesis coddles driver and passengers in comfort while offering a good mix of power and fuel economy.
Hyundai Genesis Models & Trims
3.8L - $9,609 - $11,364
Horsepower: 333 hp
Engine Type: Gas V6
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 17 x 7.0, 18 x 7.5 (in.) Aluminum
- Bluetooth
- Navigation System (Optional)
- Heated Seats
- Sunroof
- Back-Up Camera (Optional)
- Premium Audio (Optional)
- Smart Device Integration
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Keyless Start
- Keyless Entry
- Automated Emergency Braking
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Warning (Optional)
2.0T Coupe - $9,609 - $11,364
Horsepower: 429 hp
Engine Type: Gas V6, Gas V8
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 17 x 7.0, 19 x 8.0 (in.) Aluminum
- Bluetooth
- Navigation System
- Heated Seats
- Sunroof
- Back-Up Camera
- Premium Audio
- Smart Device Integration
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Keyless Start
- Keyless Entry
- Automated Emergency Braking
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Warning
2.0T R-Spec Coupe - $9,609 - $11,364
Horsepower: 429 hp
Engine Type: Gas V6, Gas V8
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 17 x 7.0, 19 x 8.0 (in.) Aluminum
- Bluetooth
- Navigation System
- Heated Seats
- Sunroof
- Back-Up Camera
- Premium Audio
- Smart Device Integration
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Keyless Start
- Keyless Entry
- Automated Emergency Braking
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Warning
2.0T Premium Coupe - $9,609 - $11,364
Horsepower: 429 hp
Engine Type: Gas V6, Gas V8
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 17 x 7.0, 19 x 8.0 (in.) Aluminum
- Bluetooth
- Navigation System
- Heated Seats
- Sunroof
- Back-Up Camera
- Premium Audio
- Smart Device Integration
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Keyless Start
- Keyless Entry
- Automated Emergency Braking
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Warning
3.8 R-Spec Coupe - $9,609 - $11,364
Horsepower: 429 hp
Engine Type: Gas V6, Gas V8
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 17 x 7.0, 19 x 8.0 (in.) Aluminum
- Bluetooth
- Navigation System
- Heated Seats
- Sunroof
- Back-Up Camera
- Premium Audio
- Smart Device Integration
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Keyless Start
- Keyless Entry
- Automated Emergency Braking
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Warning
3.8 Track Coupe - $9,609 - $11,364
Horsepower: 429 hp
Engine Type: Gas V6, Gas V8
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 17 x 7.0, 19 x 8.0 (in.) Aluminum
- Bluetooth
- Navigation System
- Heated Seats
- Sunroof
- Back-Up Camera
- Premium Audio
- Smart Device Integration
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Keyless Start
- Keyless Entry
- Automated Emergency Braking
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Warning
3.8 Grand Touring Coupe - $9,609 - $11,364
Horsepower: 429 hp
Engine Type: Gas V6, Gas V8
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 17 x 7.0, 19 x 8.0 (in.) Aluminum
- Bluetooth
- Navigation System
- Heated Seats
- Sunroof
- Back-Up Camera
- Premium Audio
- Smart Device Integration
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Keyless Start
- Keyless Entry
- Automated Emergency Braking
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Warning
2.0T - $9,609 - $11,364
Horsepower: 429 hp
Engine Type: Gas V6, Gas V8
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 17 x 7.0, 19 x 8.0 (in.) Aluminum
- Bluetooth
- Navigation System
- Heated Seats
- Sunroof
- Back-Up Camera
- Premium Audio
- Smart Device Integration
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Keyless Start
- Keyless Entry
- Automated Emergency Braking
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Warning
2.0T R-Spec - $9,609 - $11,364
Horsepower: 429 hp
Engine Type: Gas V6, Gas V8
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 17 x 7.0, 19 x 8.0 (in.) Aluminum
- Bluetooth
- Navigation System
- Heated Seats
- Sunroof
- Back-Up Camera
- Premium Audio
- Smart Device Integration
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Keyless Start
- Keyless Entry
- Automated Emergency Braking
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Warning
2.0T Premium - $9,609 - $11,364
Horsepower: 429 hp
Engine Type: Gas V6, Gas V8
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 17 x 7.0, 19 x 8.0 (in.) Aluminum
- Bluetooth
- Navigation System
- Heated Seats
- Sunroof
- Back-Up Camera
- Premium Audio
- Smart Device Integration
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Keyless Start
- Keyless Entry
- Automated Emergency Braking
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Warning
3.8 R-Spec - $9,609 - $11,364
Horsepower: 429 hp
Engine Type: Gas V6, Gas V8
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 17 x 7.0, 19 x 8.0 (in.) Aluminum
- Bluetooth
- Navigation System
- Heated Seats
- Sunroof
- Back-Up Camera
- Premium Audio
- Smart Device Integration
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Keyless Start
- Keyless Entry
- Automated Emergency Braking
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Warning
3.8 Track - $9,609 - $11,364
Horsepower: 429 hp
Engine Type: Gas V6, Gas V8
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 17 x 7.0, 19 x 8.0 (in.) Aluminum
- Bluetooth
- Navigation System
- Heated Seats
- Sunroof
- Back-Up Camera
- Premium Audio
- Smart Device Integration
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Keyless Start
- Keyless Entry
- Automated Emergency Braking
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Warning
3.8 Grand Touring - $9,609 - $11,364
Horsepower: 429 hp
Engine Type: Gas V6, Gas V8
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 17 x 7.0, 19 x 8.0 (in.) Aluminum
- Bluetooth
- Navigation System
- Heated Seats
- Sunroof
- Back-Up Camera
- Premium Audio
- Smart Device Integration
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Keyless Start
- Keyless Entry
- Automated Emergency Braking
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Warning
4.6L - $10,703 - $12,538
Horsepower: 385 hp
Engine Type: Gas V8
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 18 x 7.5 (in.) Aluminum
- Bluetooth
- Navigation System
- Heated Seats
- Sunroof
- Back-Up Camera
- Premium Audio
- Smart Device Integration
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Keyless Start
- Keyless Entry
- Automated Emergency Braking
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Warning
5.0L - $11,417 - $13,330
Horsepower: 429 hp
Engine Type: Gas V8
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 18 x 7.5 (in.) Aluminum
- Bluetooth
- Navigation System
- Heated Seats
- Sunroof
- Back-Up Camera
- Premium Audio
- Smart Device Integration
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Keyless Start
- Keyless Entry
- Automated Emergency Braking
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Warning
5.0L R-Spec - $11,618 - $13,561
Horsepower: 429 hp
Engine Type: Gas V8
Standard Seating: Leather
Standard Wheels: 19, 19 x 8.0 (in.) Aluminum
- Bluetooth
- Navigation System
- Heated Seats
- Sunroof
- Back-Up Camera
- Premium Audio
- Smart Device Integration
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Keyless Start
- Keyless Entry
- Automated Emergency Braking
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Warning
Owner Reviews
My affection toward cars.
I was a die hard in the wool Lincoln town car fan, my last couple being a 2004 & 2010. Then they sent us searching elsewhere by discontinuing the town car. I was forced to shop elsewhere. It was my 13 year old son who introduced me to the genesis. A single test drive in a 2012 genesis 4. 6 sedan and half way through I was asking if they had 2! My banker called it the corvette killer! I have actually had a Corvette, and that is a whole different world - let alone car. That is in no way a slight to my Genny! She is a beast, both a technology wizard, but with the old fashioned gumption to back it up!
Exceptional luxury without the luxury price tag.
If you want a luxury car and do not want to pay luxury prices, the genesis is the way to go. I have all the features I need and more. I am not fond of the gas mileage, but it is a v8 so I knew that going into the purchase. It handles very well and has the get up and go when needed. It is large enough to seat four adults quite comfortably. The trunk is huge! Overall, I am very happy with the car.
THAT I PUT MY HEART INTO THAT CAR BECAUSE ITS MY PASSION
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE MY GENESIS COUPE. iT IS COMPLETELY CUSTOMIZED BY ME. FROM THE CUSTOM EXHAUST SYSTEM TO THE WHEELS AND STEREO TO THE FULL RACE SUSPENSION. WHAT I LIKE MOST IS THAT I DID EVERY BIT OF WORK ON THE CAR MYSELF WITH NO ONES HELP. tHE ONLY COMPLAINT I HAVE IS THAT IT RIDES A LITTLE BIT ROUGH ON REGULAR STREETS.
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Crash Test Results: Front, Side & Rollover
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The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is a non-profit group which conducts safety testing beyond federal regulations. "Good" is the highest rating.
- Moderate Overlap Front G
- Side G
- Roof Strength G
- Driver-side Overlap Front N/A
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AAcceptable
MMarginal
PPoor
Safety Features
- 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS) -inc: electronic brake-force distribution (EBD), brake assist
- Traction control system (TCS) w/electronic stability control (ESC) *
- Shift interlock system
- Front/rear crumple zones
- Body-side reinforcements
- Hood buckling creases & safety stops
- Daytime running lights
- Driver/front passenger advanced airbags *
- Front/rear passenger seat-mounted side-impact airbags
- Front/rear side-curtain airbags
- Occupant classification system (OCS) *
- 3-point seatbelts for all seating positions
- Front seat belt pretensioners & force limiters
- Childproof rear door locks
- Emergency trunk release
- Lower anchors & upper tether anchors (LATCH)
- Tire pressure monitor system (TPMS) *
- Energy-absorbing steering column
* Optional Safety Feature
Long-Term Reliability
J.D. Power Ratings 2
JD Power's Initial Quality Study measures issues with a vehicle the first 90 days after purchase.
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Better than most
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Safety Recalls (2)
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Visibility Feb 29, 2016Report Receipt Date:Feb 29, 2016NHTSA Campaign:16V117000Summary:Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured August 1, 2011, to April 30, 2012, and 2011-2013 Equus vehicles manufactured July 10, 2011, to June 12, 2012. The windshield wiper motor cover seal on the affected vehicles may degrade allowing corrosion on the wiper motor's circuit board. The corrosion can cause intermittent or total loss of wiper function.Consequence:Inoperative wipers during inclement weather can decrease driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.Remedy:Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor cover and seal, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 140.
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Service Brakes, Hydraulic Oct 29, 2013Report Receipt Date:Oct 29, 2013NHTSA Campaign:13V489000Summary:Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, through March 28, 2012. The vehicles may contain brake fluid which does not protect against corrosion of the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU).Consequence:If the module corrodes, reduced brake effectiveness may result, increasing the risk of a crash.Remedy:Hyundai will notify owners and instruct them to bring their vehicle to a dealer for service. Hyundai will inspect the HECU module for proper operation, and will replace the modules as necessary. Hyundai will replace the factory brake fluid in those vehicles that have not previously had the factory brake fluid replaced. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by the end of December 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151 or by email at consumeraffairs@hmausa.com. Hyundai's recall number is 114.
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