Hyundai Genesis


The Hyundai Genesis is an executive car manufactured and marketed by Hyundai Motor Company over two generations from 2008 until 2016, before it was renamed the Genesis G80. It is a five-passenger, four-door, rear- or all-wheel-drive sedan.
Introduced in concept form at the 2007 New York International Auto Show, and internally designated as the BH model, the Genesis was expected to cost $533 million to develop. Hyundai began marketing the first generation Genesis worldwide in 2008 as a "premium sports sedan". The second generation Genesis debuted in Seoul, Korea in November 2013 followed by the 2014 North American International Auto Show and Toronto Auto Show.
On 4 November 2015, Hyundai announced that the name Genesis and Hyundai's second generation luxury model would move to a new and separate luxury division, Genesis Motor. The Genesis — as a Hyundai model — was replaced in actuality in 2017 when the second generation Hyundai Genesis was renamed the G80. The move followed the model's success in the luxury market, paired with consumer acceptance of the Genesis nameplate.

Development and design

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". 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.
Hyundai reportedly benchmarked the BMW 5 Series sedan during the Genesis' development; the company's press release indicates the Genesis body in white exceeds the BMW in torsional rigidity by 14%. The production Genesis sedan received a five-star crash rating in every category from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 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".
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".

First generation (BH; 2008)

The Genesis was announced in Seoul and later unveiled at the 2008 North American International Auto Show. 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 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.
At introduction in the US in summer 2008, 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.
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 at 6,500 rpm and at 3,500 rpm. Introduced as a midyear change for the 2010 model, the 4.6 L V8 now produces at 6,500 rpm, with no change in the torque output: at 3,500 rpm. These figures are achieved using premium fuel. The V8 can also run on regular unleaded, in which case the 2010–11 model produces and 324 lb-ft. For the V8 model, Hyundai has reported 0– times of less than 6 seconds. Car and Driver reports a 0–60 mph time of 5.3 seconds 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. In US spec this engine produces at 6,200 rpm and at 4,500 rpm. Motor Trend reports a 0–60 mph time of 5.9 seconds.
The Lambda 3.3 L V6 is available in some markets, producing.
In North America, the 2009-2011 V8-powered Genesis features a standard ZF 6HP26 6-speed automatic transmission from ZF Friedrichshafen, with the V6 models receiving an Aisin B600 6-speed automatic. The recommended gasoline for the V8 is premium for maximum fuel economy and horsepower, but also runs on regular. The V6 engine is designed for regular grade gasoline.
ModelYearsType/codePowerTorque0–100 km/h
0-62 mph
Top Speed
Lambda II 3.3 MPi2008–2013 G6DB @ 6,200 rpm @ 4,500 rpm7.6s
Lambda II 3.3 GDi2011–2013 G6DH @ 6,400 rpm @ 5,200 rpm
Lambda II 3.8 MPi2008–2013 G6DA @ 6,200 rpm @ 4,500 rpm6.9s
Lambda II 3.8 GDi2011–2013 G6DJ @ 6,400 rpm @ 5,100 rpm6.2s
Tau 4.6 MPi2008–2010 G8BA @ 6,500 rpm
@ 6,500 rpm		 @ 3,500 rpm
@ 3,500 rpm		6.0s
Tau 4.6 MPi2010–2013 G8BA @ 6,500 rpm @ 3,500 rpm
@ 3,500 rpm
Tau 5.0 GDi2011–2013 G8BE @ 6,400 rpm @ 5,000 rpm

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, 5.0 Tau GDi engines.
Canadian models include choice of 3.8 Lambda GDi, 5.0 Tau GDi engines.

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

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-liter 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 at 6500 rpm and an identical of torque at 3500 rpm.

5.0 R-Spec (2011–2014)

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. The vehicle was unveiled in Seoul.
All models include 8-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC manual mode.

2011 model year update

For model year 2011, the Tau V8 engine offered 385 horsepower. The 4.6 now featured as standard equipment, features from the previous Tech Package, including the Lexicon 7.1 surround-sound audio system with 17 speakers, the navigation system with 8-inch screen, smart cruise control, electronic parking brake, cooled driver seat, adaptive front lighting system with HID headlights, and parking assistance system featuring front and rear sensors and rearview camera.

2012 model year update

For model year 2012, engine choices included the 3.8 Lambda GDi, 4.6 Tau MPi, 5.0 Tau GDi for R-Spec. The transmission was changed to 8-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC. Changes to US models included revised shock and spring rates and rear stabilizer; 5.0-liter direct-injected Tau V8 engine now exclusive to 5.0 R-Spec model; standard 5.0-liter model no longer available; 4.6-liter V8 available; 3.8-liter V6 available in three equipment configurations; revised optional eight-inch touchscreen display with navigation and an enhanced multi-media controller and Driver Information System ; Hyundai Blue Link telematics available with Ultimate Navigation package.

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, 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.

Second generation (DH; 2013)

The second generation Genesis was previewed by the "Hyundai HCD-14 Genesis" concept at NAIAS 2013. The vehicle was unveiled in Seoul, Korea, followed by the 2014 North American International Auto Show, then the 2014 Toronto Auto Show.
Early models include a choice of four engines, rear or all-wheel-drive. All models include eight-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode and a five star safety rating.

Safety

Overall:
Frontal driver:
Frontal passenger:
Side driver:
Side passenger:
Side pole driver:
Rollover AWD: 9.50%

CategoryRating
Moderate overlap frontal offsetGood
Side impactGood
Roof strengthGood1