Hyundai Genesis

Hyundai Genesis

2009 Hyundai Genesis
Overview
Manufacturer Hyundai
Also called Hyundai Rohens (China)
Production 2008–present
Body and chassis
Class Full-size Luxury Car
Body style 4-door sedan
Layout Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive
Front-engine, all-wheel-drive
Related Hyundai Genesis Coupe
Hyundai Equus
Kia K9
Chronology
Predecessor Hyundai Dynasty

The Hyundai Genesis (Korean: 현대 제네시스) is a full-size four-door, five passenger, rear-wheel-drive luxury sedan manufactured and marketed by Hyundai since 2008 and now in its second generation.

Introduced in concept form at the 2007 New York International Auto Show[1] internally designated as the BH model, and with an initial development cost of $533 million[2] Hyundai began marketing the first generation Genesis worldwide (with the exception of Europe) in 2008, as a "premium sports sedan".[3]

The second generation Genesis (internally designated as model DH) debuted in Seoul, Korea in November 2013[4][5] followed by the 2014 North American International[6] and Toronto auto shows[7] and is marketed worldwide.

Reflecting Hyundai's first entry into the luxury market segment,[2] the name Genesis means beginning or origin.

Development and design

Hyundai Genesis Concept

Introduced in March, 2007 as the "Concept Genesis", the sedan was designed by Hyundai as a "progressive interpretation of the modern rear-wheel drive sports sedan".[8] Hyundai conceived the idea for the Genesis in 2003. The body design took three years and the total cost of the program was $500 million over a development period of 23 months. Reliability testing ran for 800,000 miles.[9]

Hyundai reportedly benchmarked the BMW 5-Series (E60) sedan during the Genesis' development; their press release indicates the Genesis body in white exceeds the BMW in torsional rigidity by 14%.[10] The production Genesis sedan received a five-star crash rating in every category from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.[11][12] Hyundai markets the Genesis as offering "the performance of a BMW 5-Series and the interior packaging of a 7-Series at the price of a 3-Series."[13]

Reviewing the Genesis 4.6 at its US introduction, automotive journalist Dan Neil called the absence of brand emblems at the front of the Genesis "a move that subverts the grammar of luxury,"[14] noting "I'm far too much of a romantic to buy this car. I like a brand with provenance and I'm willing to pay for it. For more hard-nosed, practical types, the Genesis presents an all-but-irresistible case of value per dollar. And they won't be wrong."[14]

First generation (BH; 2008–2013)

Hyundai Genesis

2010 Hyundai Genesis (US)
Overview
Manufacturer Hyundai
Also called Hyundai Rohens (China)
Production 2008–2013
Assembly Ulsan, South Korea
Body and chassis
Class Full-size Luxury Car
Body style 4-door sedan
Layout Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive
Related Hyundai Genesis Coupe
Hyundai Equus
Powertrain
Engine 3.3 L Lambda V6
3.8 L Lambda V6
4.6 L Tau V8
5.0 L Tau V8
Transmission 6-speed Aisin B-600 automatic
6-speed ZF 6HP26 automatic
8-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,935 mm (115.6 in)
Length 4,975 mm (195.9 in) (2009–2011)
4,985 mm (196.3 in) (2012–2014)
Width 1,890 mm (74.4 in)
Height 1,480 mm (58.3 in) (2009–2011)
1,475 mm (58.1 in) (2012–2014)
Curb weight 1,700–1,840 kg (3,748–4,057 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor Hyundai Dynasty
2013 Hyundai Genesis sedan, front view (US)

The Genesis was announced in Seoul[15] and later unveiled at the 2008 North American International Auto Show.[16] The first generation was marketed worldwide except in the European market.

Equipment included a speed-sensitive rack-and-pinion steering, four-wheel disc brakes, multi-link front and 5-link rear suspension; and three engines engine choices, depending on market: A V8 with weight distribution of 53% front / 47% rear and two V6 engines with 52% front / 48% rear weight distribution.[17]

At introduction in the US, standard features included cruise control, automatic headlights, dual-zone automatic air conditioning, leather seat-upholstery and steering wheel, heated front seats with power adjustments, power windows, door locks, and mirrors, remote keyless entry and starting, and a seven-speaker audio system with XM satellite radio.[18]

2013 Hyundai Genesis sedan, rear view (US)

Two optional Lexicon-branded audio systems offer 7.1 channels and 14 or 17 speakers.

Drivetrains

The Tau V8 is Hyundai's first domestic V8 engine. For the 2008–09 model years, the 4.6 L engine produced 375 horsepower (280 kW) at 6,500 rpm and 333 lb·ft (451 N·m) at 3,500 rpm.[17] Introduced as a midyear change for the 2010 model, the 4.6 L V8 now produces 385 horsepower (287 kW) at 6,500 rpm, with no change in the torque output: 333 lb-ft at 3,500 rpm.[19] These figures are achieved using premium fuel. The V8 can also run on regular unleaded, in which case the 2010–11 model produces 378 horsepower (282 kW) and 324 lb-ft. For the V8 model, Hyundai has reported 0–60 mph times of less than 6 seconds.[10][20] Car and Driver reports a 0–60 mph time of 5.3 seconds[21] while Motor Trend reports a 0–60 mph time of 5.5 seconds in their October 2008 issue.

The Lambda 3.8 L V6 is available in Korean and North American models. In Korean spec, the engine produces 306 horsepower (228 kW). In US spec this engine produces 290 hp (216 kW) at 6,200 rpm and 264 lb·ft (358 N·m) at 4,500 rpm.[17] Motor Trend reports a 0–60 mph time of 5.9 seconds.[22]

The Lambda 3.3 L V6 is available in some markets, producing 264 horsepower (197 kW).

In North America, the V8-powered Genesis features a standard ZF 6HP26 6-speed automatic transmission from ZF Friedrichshafen (identical to the unit found in the BMW 5-Series), with the base V6 models receiving the 6-speed automatic Aisin transmission shared with the Hyundai Veracruz. Each of the engines is designed for regular grade gasoline.

Petrol engines
ModelYearsType/codePower@rpm, Torque@rpm
Lambda 3.3 MPi2008–20113,342 cc (203.9 cu in) V6 (3.3 Lambda MPi)/G6DB 262 PS (193 kW; 258 hp) at 6200, 32.2 kg·m (316 N·m; 233 lbf·ft) at 4500
Lambda 3.8 MPi2008–20113,778 cc (230.5 cu in) V6 (3.8 Lambda MPi)/G6DA 290 PS (213 kW; 286 hp) at 6200, 36.5 kg·m (358 N·m; 264 lbf·ft) at 4500

Safety

Standard safety features include dual front airbags, front and rear side airbags, side-curtain airbags, ABS, brake assist, EBD, traction control, and electronic stability control.[23]

A 2010 Genesis crash-tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
Frontal Driver:
Frontal Passenger:
Side Driver:
Side Rear Passenger:
Rollover:

Marketing

As part of the US product launch, Hyundai Motor America and Carbonfund.org unveiled the Genesis Forest Project at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show, to offset the entire first year of emissions for all 2009 Hyundai Genesis sedans sold in the United States. The Genesis Forest Project was retroactively applied to all 2009 Genesis sedan sales, which began in June, and continue through the end of the year.[28]

2010 Model Year Updates

The Premium Navigation Package replaces the previous Premium Plus Package which most notably upgraded to 18-inch alloy wheels, still a part of this new package.

For 2010 the 4.6 Genesis was available in only one trim, with all packages made standard, including the Technology package. The car also received a slightly uprated engine as a midyear change, with the 4.6 litre V8 producing 385 horsepower (287 kW) at 6500 rpm and an identical 333 lb-ft of torque at 3500 rpm.[19]

Petrol engines
ModelYearsType/codePower@rpm, Torque@rpm
Lambda 3.3 MPi2010–20113,342 cc (203.9 cu in) V6 (3.3 Lambda MPi)/G6DB 262 PS (193 kW; 258 hp)@6200, 32.2 kg·m (316 N·m; 233 lbf·ft)@4500
Lambda 3.8 MPi2010–20113,778 cc (230.5 cu in) V6 (3.8 Lambda MPi)/G6DA 290 PS (213 kW; 286 hp)@6200, 36.5 kg·m (358 N·m; 264 lbf·ft)@4500
Tau 4.6 MPi (390PS)2010–4,627 cc (282.4 cu in) V8 (4.6 Tau MPi) 383 PS (282 kW; 378 hp)@6500, 44.8 kg·m (439 N·m; 324 lbf·ft)@3500

Premium fuel: 390 PS (287 kW; 385 hp)@6500, 46.0 kg·m (451 N·m; 333 lbf·ft)@3500

2012 Model Year Update

US model was released as 2012 model year vehicle. Engine choices include 3.8 Lambda GDi, 4.6 Tau MPi (390PS), 5.0 Tau GDi for R-Spec. The transmission was changed to 8-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC.[29]

5.0 R-Spec (2011–)

2012 Hyundai Genesis R-Spec (US)

This model includes the new Tau 5.0 GDi engine, choice of three exterior colors and black interior.

Genesis 5.0 R-Spec includes Genesis 4.6 equipment, plus 19-inch Premium Machined Finish alloy wheels with P235/45R19 tires, Unique headlamps w/dark chrome inserts, Sport-tuned suspension calibration, Unique R-Spec embroidered floor mats, R-Spec rear deck lid badging, deleted Woodgrain from leather steering wheel.[30][31]

The vehicle was unveiled in Seoul.[32]

Engines(2011–)

Petrol engines
ModelYearsType/codePower@rpm, Torque@rpm
Lambda 3.3 GDi2011–3,342 cc (203.9 cu in) V6 (3.3 Lambda GDi)/G6DH 300 PS (221 kW; 296 hp)@6400, 35.5 kg·m (348 N·m; 257 lbf·ft)@5200
Lambda 3.3 MPi2011–3,342 cc (203.9 cu in) V6 (3.3 Lambda MPi)/G6DB 262 PS (193 kW; 258 hp)@6200, 32.2 kg·m (316 N·m; 233 lbf·ft)@4500
Lambda 3.8 GDi2011–3,778 cc (230.5 cu in) V6 (3.8 Lambda GDi)/G6DJ 334 PS (246 kW; 329 hp)@6400, 40.3 kg·m (395 N·m; 291 lbf·ft)@5100

Premium fuel: 338 PS (249 kW; 333 hp)@6400, 40.3 kg·m (395 N·m; 291 lbf·ft)@5100

Lambda 3.8 MPi2011–3,778 cc (230.5 cu in) V6 (3.8 Lambda MPi)/G6DA 290 PS (213 kW; 286 hp)@6200, 36.5 kg·m (358 N·m; 264 lbf·ft)@4500
Tau 4.6 MPi (366PS)2011–4,627 cc (282.4 cu in) V8 (4.6 Tau MPi) 366 PS (269 kW; 361 hp)@6500, 44.8 kg·m (439 N·m; 324 lbf·ft)@3500
Tau 4.6 MPi (390PS)2011–4,627 cc (282.4 cu in) V8 (4.6 Tau MPi) 385 PS (283 kW; 380 hp)@6500, 44.8 kg·m (439 N·m; 324 lbf·ft)@3500

Premium fuel: 390 PS (287 kW; 385 hp)@6500, 46.0 kg·m (451 N·m; 333 lbf·ft)@3500

Tau 5.0 GDi2011–5,038 cc (307.4 cu in) V8 (5.0 Tau GDi)/G8BE 430 PS (316 kW; 424 hp)@6400, 52.0 kg·m (510 N·m; 376 lbf·ft)@5000

Premium fuel: 435 PS (320 kW; 429 hp)@6400, 52.0 kg·m (510 N·m; 376 lbf·ft)@5000

South Korean models include choice of Lambda 3.3 GDi, Lambda 3.8 GDi engines.

US models include choice of 3.8 Lambda GDi, Tau 4.6 MPi (390PS), 5.0 Tau GDi engines.

Canadian models include choice of 3.8 Lambda GDi, 5.0 Tau GDi (R-Spec only) engines.

Transmission (2012–)

All models include 8-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC manual mode.

Production

Hyundai recalled 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).[33]

2013 Model Year Update

Changes to US models include:

2014 Model Year Update

The last changes to US models before the new generation was introduced included greater connectivity options via the Hyundai Blue Link interface, some revised controls, a new exterior body colour (Santiago Silver instead of Platinum Metallic), 18-inch wheels as standard on the base model, and Hyundai’'s Assurance Connected Care telematics services are standard for three years on all 2014 Genesis sedans equipped with Blue Link.[34]

Second generation (DH, 2013–present)

Second generation (DH)
Overview
Manufacturer Hyundai
Production November 2013–present
Model years 2015–present
Assembly South Korea: Ulsan
Designer Casey Hyun[35]
Jun Ho Kim (2011)[36]
Body and chassis
Class Full-size luxury car
Body style 4-door sedan
Layout Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive
Front-engine, all-wheel-drive
Related Hyundai Genesis Coupe
Hyundai Equus
Powertrain
Engine 3.3 L Lambda V6 GDI 278hp
3.8 L Lambda V6 GDI 311hp
5.0 L Tau V8 GDI 419hp
Transmission 8-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase 3,010 mm (118.5 in)
Length 4,990 mm (196.5 in)
Width 1,890 mm (74.4 in)
Height 1,480 mm (58.3 in)
Curb weight 1,880–2,060 kg (4,145–4,542 lb)
2014 Hyundai HCD-14 Genesis concept
Hyundai Genesis (DH) sedan (Australia)

The second generation Genesis was previewed by the Hyundai HCD-14 Genesis concept at NAIAS 2013.[37] The vehicle was unveiled in Seoul, Korea,[4][5] followed by 2014 North American International Auto Show,[6] then the 2014 Toronto Auto Show.[7]

Early models include a choice of 4 engines (Lambda 3.0 GDi, Lambda 3.3 GDi, Lambda 3.8 GDi, Tau 5.0 GDi), rear or all-wheel-drive, eight-speed automatic transmission.

Engines

Petrol engines
ModelYearsType/codePower@rpm, Torque@rpm
Lambda 3.0 GDi2015–2,999 cc (183.0 cu in) V6 (3.0 Lambda GDi)/ 257 PS (189 kW; 253 hp)@6000, 31.0 kg·m (304 N·m; 224 lbf·ft)@5000
Lambda 3.3 GDi/G3302015–3,342 cc (203.9 cu in) V6 (3.3 Lambda GDi)/G6DH 282 PS (207 kW; 278 hp)@6000, 35.4 kg·m (347 N·m; 256 lbf·ft)@5000
Lambda 3.8 GDi/G3802015–3,778 cc (230.5 cu in) V6 (3.8 Lambda GDi)/G6DJ 315 PS (232 kW; 311 hp)@6000, 40.5 kg·m (397 N·m; 293 lbf·ft)@5000
Tau 5.0 GDi2015–5,038 cc (307.4 cu in) V8 (5.0 Tau GDi)/ 425 PS (313 kW; 419 hp)@6000, 53.0 kg·m (520 N·m; 383 lbf·ft)@5000

Transmissions

All models include eight-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC manual shift mode.

Equipment

Marketing

A full production version went on sale in South Korea on January 8, 2008 in Hyundai's home market of South Korea. Notably, the Korean market Genesis does not carry a Hyundai badge, only the 'Genesis' emblem.[3][38]

Hyundai has come under criticism from Korean consumers over the price discrepancy between the US and Korean markets. Yonhap reports the Genesis costs "58.3 million won (US$57,000) in Korea, whereas in the U.S. it sells for $32,000." This has led to dumping allegations[39] and a growing market in reimported Genesises by gray market dealers. Korean regulators are currently investigating whether Hyundai has abused its 75% domestic market share.[40] However, Hyundai cars in South Korea have more available options and that may be the reason for the mark-ups.

Marketed as the Hyundai Genesis in the US and Canada, the vehicle is the largest, most powerful car that Hyundai has ever marketed there before the launch of the Equus.[3]

The Genesis sedan went on sale in the US in August 2008. In its first 5 months of sales, the Genesis under-performed in the competitive US market selling only 6,167 units. According to Hyundai, Genesis saw sales of just 1,297 units in its first full sales month and the company expected to move around 8000 units from the US showrooms by the end of 2008.[41] In 2009, the Genesis sold 21,889 units in the U.S. (sedan and coupe combined).[42]

There had been internal discussions within Hyundai about creating a separate brand to feature the Genesis sedan as well as the soon to come Equus sedan in North America, but due to prohibitive costs and potential delays the Genesis and Equus will still remain tagged with the Hyundai brand.[43]

Sold as Hyundai Rohens in China, the unveiling was at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition, 2008.[44] Sales began in August 2008.[2]

The Genesis was not initially marketed in Europe because of Lexus's failure to thrive in Europe.[45] According to a September 2007 article in Tradingmarkets.com, " in the eyes of European purchasers of luxury vehicles, Hyundai sedans have been perceived as having a poor image and unreliable durability compared with its rivals."[46] "The planned launch of Genesis comes at a time when Hyundai is striving to shake off its poor-brand image, known for generous warranties and low prices."[46]

The latest Genesis will be sold in Europe, priced at about 65000 euro in Germany.

The Genesis is sold in Latin America in Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Colombia, Chile and Peru, offering versions with engines of 3.3 and 3.8 liters, and in Brazil only with the 3.8 liters engine.

Australia was the first country in the region to get the Genesis sedan, arriving in November 2014.

Coupe version

Main article: Hyundai Genesis Coupe

A rear wheel drive sports car from Hyundai, dubbed Hyundai Genesis Coupe and sharing the Genesis Sedan's platform and name, was unveiled at the 2008 New York International Auto Show.

Awards

The Genesis sedan has received numerous awards and recognitions. Among them:

See also

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