Hyundai Genesis second generation

Hyundai Genesis second generation
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The Hyundai Genesis second generation (2014–2016): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: DH · Sold in: European Union, United Kingdom, France, United States, and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,990 mm RDW4,630–4,990 mm TC4,990 mm
Width–1,860–1,900 mm TC1,890 mm
Height–1,390–1,470 mm TC1,480 mm
Wheelbase3,010 mm RDW2,820–3,010 mm TC3,010 mm
Front track–1,630–1,640 mm TC–
Rear track–1,620–1,670 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,187–1,955 kg RDW1,628–2,126 kg TC–
Mass in running order1,287–2,055 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight1,920–2,520 kg RDW––
Towing, braked trailer1,400 kg RDW––
Towing, unbraked trailer643 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats5 RDW––
Doors4 RDW––
Luggage space (EPA)–425 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)–3,058 L EPA–
Performance
Top speed240 km/h RDW–240 km/h
Torque––397 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 225/55R17, 245/40R19, 245/45R18, 275/35R19

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2015–2016: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), US EPA fuel economy data, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

387 complaints for model years 2015–2016. 13 crashes · 7 fires · 13 injuries

  • Electrical system 136
  • Engine 68
  • Lights 52
  • Steering 36
  • Transmission and drivetrain 31
  • Body and structure 24

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 9 versions of the Hyundai Genesis second generation

European Union 1 version

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelCO₂EU registrations
2014–20163.8 L232 kW (315 PS)Petrol270–274 g/km948

United Kingdom 2 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2015–20163.8l V63.8 LPetrol8-speed automatic11.2 L/100 km NEDC261 g/km
20143.8l V63.8 LPetrolAutomatic11.2 L/100 km NEDC261 g/km

France 1 version

New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2015Genesis 3.8 V6 GDI (315ch) HTRAC–232 kW (315 PS)Petrol8-speed automatic11.6 L/100 km NEDC270 g/km

United States 3 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2014–2016SIDI3.8 LPetrol8-speed automaticRear-wheel drive21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA255–256 g/km
2015–2016SIDI3.8 LPetrol8-speed automaticAll-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA286 g/km
2014–2016SIDI5.0 LPetrol8-speed automaticRear-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA308–312 g/km

Canada 2 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2014–2016Full-size3.8 LPetrol8-speed automatic11.1–12.1 L/100 km 5-cycle255–285 g/km
2015–2016Full-size5.0 LPetrol8-speed automatic14.2 L/100 km 5-cycle327–332 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.