Hyundai Genesis second generation

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
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,990 mm RDW | 4,630–4,990 mm TC | 4,990 mm |
| Width | – | 1,860–1,900 mm TC | 1,890 mm |
| Height | – | 1,390–1,470 mm TC | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,010 mm RDW | 2,820–3,010 mm TC | 3,010 mm |
| Front track | – | 1,630–1,640 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | – | 1,620–1,670 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,187–1,955 kg RDW | 1,628–2,126 kg TC | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,287–2,055 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,920–2,520 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,400 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 643 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 425 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 3,058 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 240 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 version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2016 | 3.8 L | 232 kW (315 PS) | Petrol | 270–274 g/km | 948 |
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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015–20163.8l V6 | 3.8 L | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | 11.2 L/100 km NEDC | 261 g/km |
| 20143.8l V6 | 3.8 L | Petrol | Automatic | 11.2 L/100 km NEDC | 261 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 version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015Genesis 3.8 V6 GDI (315ch) HTRAC | – | 232 kW (315 PS) | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | 11.6 L/100 km NEDC | 270 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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2016SIDI | 3.8 L | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 255–256 g/km |
| 2015–2016SIDI | 3.8 L | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 286 g/km |
| 2014–2016SIDI | 5.0 L | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 308–312 g/km |
Canada 2 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2016Full-size | 3.8 L | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | 11.1–12.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 255–285 g/km |
| 2015–2016Full-size | 5.0 L | Petrol | 8-speed automatic | 14.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 327–332 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





