2012 Hyundai Genesis | Read Owner Reviews, Prices, Specs

IIHS Crash Test

Good

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MPG (up to)

16 -21 City / 25 -30 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

210 -429

Seats

4 -5

Positive Owner Reviews

Yaritza E

An affordable luxury vehicle.

It is a very comfortable and reliable vehicle. I have not had any performance problems. It is a decent luxury looking vehicle. Rides smoothly. It is very spacious inside as well as the trunk. It has seat warmers in the front seats. Definitely my number one car.

Derrick K

Reliable and extremely enjoyable.

Comfortable and powerful. Very reliable. Attractive and lots of luxury features. Very good gas mileage.

Niall F

The most important thing to know is that the car is lower than most, be careful on speed bumps.

I love the handling of the vehicle. I love the style of the interior. I love the power the vehicle has. I don't like that it has hail damage.

Dan B

It is a Honda and that means quality.

I love the looks and the drive. Very sporty and fun. Dislike the way the fabric is holding up in interior.

Shelia J

IT HAS A LOT OF SAFETY FEATURES IN THE CAR

It is a safe car. It has a lot of room in the backseat.It is a full size car.

Steven H

Minor problems, great positives. Good gas mileage to go with good horsepower.

Problems: paint discoloration and flaking (white); sunroof jammed open; passenger mirror stripped gear for collapsing. No mechanical issues; great gas mileage (33+ Hwy) with good horsepower (333). Very comfortable ride with good acceleration. Bought used and worth the price.

Jon-Ryan W

My experience with the 2012 Hyundai genesis coupe 3.8 track.

I have really enjoyed my 2012 Hyundai genesis coupe 3.8 track edition. I have had the car since 2014 and not had any major mechanical problems. I drive a standard 6 speed and really love the cars performance. For the size and horsepower (306 hp) of the engine, the gas mileage is fair at 17 mpg city and 27 mpg highway. I run my car with only stock parts and have not added any aftermarket performance parts. Some things to look out for on this car are more cosmetic than mechanical. The steering wheels on these early model genesis coupes are notorious for the shedding. Meaning that the material used in the design of the steering wheel starts to peel off easily and kind makes a mess on your hands. I purchased an inexpensive steering wheel wrap fixed the issue for under $10.00. The other thing to consider when purchasing this car is that clear coat on the spoiler, rear view mirrors, and door handles will start to peel. The body of the car itself will not peel, but the external accessories may. I am not saying that all cars will do this, but mine certainly has. Perhaps a different grade of clear coat was applied to these parts in the factory during assembly. The car comes equipped with brembo brakes, which is a high performance brake system. The ceramic pads last a long time. I changed my front brakes pads for the first time after 70,000 miles! I recommend getting the windows tinted in the genesis coupe. I live in a very hot environment and the sun finally started to split the leather seats from too much heat and sun exposure. Other than that, I have really liked the car and recommend it to anyone who likes a unique sporty coupe.

viktor scham

Mr

II have a 2012 Hyundai Genesis, I LOVE THIS CAR , I have not seen another color of my car anywhere it’s a champagne gold with tan leather interior with wood grain all the way around top of the line fully loaded, and it is super quick just love this car it’s better than any old Mercedes Benz , which has tons of TROUBLE, My car is in the shower room condition I only have a 97,000 miles not once have I ever ever have any trouble Very good on gas and very reliable overall it is a gorgeous car.

Negative Owner Reviews

Eddy D

2012 Hyundai genesis 3.8l faulty timing chain tensioner used from factory.

The timing chain tensioner went bad on my 2012 Hyundai genesis 3.8l and from online blogs and forums it seems to go bad on many of the Hyundai genesis from this particular run of this model. Hyundai will not cover this under the warranty as I was told by the dealer that the rattling noise from the engine that is caused by a faulty timing chain tensioner needs to be at least 5 seconds or longer to be considered an issue. The timing chain tensioners seem to fail around 60,000 miles.

Clarence R

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!

Justin J

Car that packs enough power and can look flashy with enough love and care

Great for people that enjoy small vehicles. For a four cylinder vehicle it packs plenty of power and is sporty. If you're looking for luxury you may want to look elsewhere but, if you are looking for a car that you can have some fun with. Gas mileage isn't the greatest as it will average about 23 miles combined highway and street. Overall it is an affordable car that gets the job done and has enough power for those that want their car to do a little extra

Valerie K

This is the fastest car I have ever had. It accelerates quick.

The car itself is GREAT. The only issue that I have with the vehicle is the aftermarket coilovers that were added to it, making it impossible for me to get around without bottoming out. The car is quick, fun to drive, smooth and overall great. The touch screen radio is still working perfectly, the speakers that come in the car are really good, I didn't have to do anything to the speakers. Even though it is a coup, there is still a lot of room in the front, it looks spacious as you are driving, however, the back is pretty small of course. I would recommend this car.

Hyundai Genesis Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

2.0T

210 HP 23 MPG 4 Seats

2.0T Coupe

210 HP 23 MPG 4 Seats

2.0T R-Spec Coupe

210 HP 24 MPG 4 Seats

2.0T R-Spec

210 HP 24 MPG 4 Seats

2.0T Premium Coupe

210 HP 23 MPG 4 Seats

3.8 R-Spec Coupe

306 HP 20 MPG 4 Seats

2.0T Premium

210 HP 23 MPG 4 Seats

3.8 R-Spec

306 HP 20 MPG 4 Seats

3.8 Grand Touring Coupe

306 HP 20 MPG 4 Seats

3.8 Grand Touring

306 HP 20 MPG 4 Seats

3.8 Track Coupe

306 HP 20 MPG 4 Seats

3.8 Track

306 HP 20 MPG 4 Seats

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2012 Hyundai Genesis Owner Reviews

4.67

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viktor scham on August 23, 2021

Mr

II have a 2012 Hyundai Genesis, I LOVE THIS CAR , I have not seen another color of my car anywhere it’s a champagne gold with tan leather interior with wood grain all the way around top of the line fully loaded, and it is super quick just love this car it’s better than any old Mercedes Benz , which has tons of TROUBLE, My car is in the shower room condition I only have a 97,000 miles not once have I ever ever have any trouble Very good on gas and very reliable overall it is a gorgeous car.

Oliver V on June 8, 2021

Needs a lot of programing improvement, pls solve dry start problem.

Off alignment after tire replacement with new tires. Also genesis have a dry start problem. Every time engine start dry start noise is always present. Interior leather worn out quickly even with extra care. Also security alarm, abs problem. Exterior chrome trim is not real chrome. About the engine, it's a powerful engine. This vehicle have a lot of space and head room, and even trunk space.

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Pros from Owners

Melinda S.

Reliability and comfort and safety. Great design looks inside and out. Wonderful sound system. Very luxurious. Love the sunroof. No major issues since purchasing except for cruise control going out with low mileage.

Keith F.

Feel of a luxury car without the price. The interior is extremely comfortable. The ride is smooth and still rides great after going over one hundred thousand miles. The gas mileage is good for a sedan of that size.

Ian W.

Great gas mileage about 22 city 30 highway mpg. It comes in a 6 speed manual. Very quick and fun to drive handles like a dream. Sleek sporty design. Rear wheel drive so it drifts and can do burnouts. Easy to find quality aftermarket parts so the car can be upgraded to be faster louder and more aggressive looking.

Eddy D.

Wonderful design, compares to European branded cars for a much better price point. Great performance and strong engine. Good looking interior and very comfortable. Many good options for a 2012 vehicle and Korean brand.

Cons from Owners

Melinda S.

New purchase would not be possible for my pocketbook due to the income of my family. Wish it was a six cylinder but the eight cylinder was available when we were looking and was pleased enough with everything else to purchase anyway.

Keith F.

I don't like that I cannot connect my phone through Bluetooth for audio. Other than that there are not very many cons to this vehicle. Remote start would be a great addition. There are three different fuse panel locations making it confusing to troubleshoot problems.

Ian W.

If you get the manual version the transmission sometimes hangs up going into first gear. Also gets stuck in fifth gear sometimes. The stock exhaust sounds good but in my opinion is too quiet and has very little turbo noise.

Eddy D.

Engine started making a rattling noise at start up after about 55,000 miles on vehicle. Dealer stated car was not covered under warranty as rattling noise needed to be a minimum of a constant 5 seconds at startup. After researching I found that this was a common with many Hyundai genesis owners. My opinion is that the manufacturer used a substandard part in the engine that failed too early.

Ranks #1 Large Cars by Owners

The 2012 Hyundai Genesis has an average owner rating of 4.67 out of 5 which ranks it #1 of 8 other Large Cars.

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4.67

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4.6

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4.35

Ranks #2 Large Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2012 Hyundai Genesis has a combined MPG of 30 which ranks it #2 of 8 other Large Cars.

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36 MPG

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30 MPG

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30 MPG

Frequently Asked Questions

How do i perform the 2012 Hyundai Genesis tpms reset?

Answer: The tpms or tire pressure sensor light can be reset on the 2012 Hyundai Genesis by turning Your key to the "on" or "run" position but do not start the car. Then You will press the TPMS reset button and hold it...

What's the 2012 hyundai genesis coupe 2.0 T oil type?

Answer: The 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0 T uses SAE 5w-20 full synthetic oil. It has a capacity of 5.7 quarts. Oil is important because it is a lubricant for the engine parts, it helps protect the emission system,...

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NHTSA Crash Test

(Not Rated)

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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

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