Overview & Reviews

Hyundai adds a 5.0-liter V8-powered model to the lineup, increases horsepower for the base V6 and makes an eight-speed automatic transmission standard across the board. The 3.8 and 4.6 models also gain new low-rolling-resistance tires.

• Generous warranty coverage
• Sensational Lexicon sound system.
• Luxurious cabin
• Comfortable ride in non R-Spec models
• Smooth and powerful engines

• Missing all-wheel-drive option
• Rear seat does not fold down
• Rough ride in R-Spec.
• Disappointing braking with 3.8 and 4.6

User Reviews:

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  Hyundai Genesis 5.0 R-Spec Excellent Car - 2012 Hyundai Genesis
  By charlie_r43 - August 18 - 7:16 pm

  I have owned my 5.0 R-Spec for 10 months and the car lives up to everything Hyundai said the car would be. There are reviews out there giving the car a medicore rating. I completely disagree with them. The interior is well thought out and the leather is of a high quality. All of the instruments and navigation systems are easy to use. The engine is very responsive and will pin your back into the seat when floored. Cornering is improved with the upgraded suspension. Overall the ride is quiet and comfortable. The Genesis is very sporty for a luxury car though it is not a true sports car. The Genesis is more of a luxury car and a muscle car combined. Still makes me smile!

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  Lots for the Money - 2012 Hyundai Genesis
  By mannyg13 - August 11 - 11:44 am

  Very very nice car for the money. I went in to buy the new Azura. Dont get me wrong that is a nice car, but the Genesis is serene Interior well appointed. Feels like a much more expensive car. Lots of room, both front and back seats. Sound system nice!! Only complaint to that is the technology is behind. I have 5,000 songs on a thumb drive and I can only browse in order. Would like a way to sort them by mp3 tags. A/C was a little slow in cooling, but we had a hot summer. Not sure what to blame that on.

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  cant complain - lots of car for the money - 2012 Hyundai Genesis
  By bubber1 - June 13 - 2:51 pm

  I got a great deal on a 2012 genesis with the premium package - just a hair over $34k. After I got done pricing out an Exl Accord, the choice was simple. This car is loaded -- fantastic sound system, great navigation, adjustable lumbar support, upgraded leather, huge backseat and trunk. Really like driving this car. Its slick and classy looking without looking too sports car-like. I got the rebadging package to add the genesis wings to everything, which looks better IMO. Ive been getting about 23 average on MPG, which is worse than my old 4 cylinder Honda but not that much worse, and better than most V6 cars. Tops out at 29 on freeway.

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  Awesome Car - 2012 Hyundai Genesis
  By jenniferkay - May 9 - 12:47 am

  I drove this car for the first time and it is amazing....I LOVE IT....

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  Best buy. - 2012 Hyundai Genesis
  By flyhigh2 - April 3 - 3:07 pm

  Test drove 2012 model sedans of the following: Acura TL, BMW 5, LExus 350, Hyundai Genesis, Infinity G37, Audi A4.... purchase the Genesis. heres why: Quiet... felt better than ES 350 and unlike the Infinity since I dont want to sit on top of a chariot, riding the highways and hear the engine. Comfort... seats, lumbar support adjustments, heated, head room, leg room I am 64... you get the picture Open... most spacious and largest of all the other models, very comfortable on long drives. Performance... Quick, love the comute to work. I feel the speed, acceleration and dont hear the noise. Gadgets... everything that I need. located in the right places Looks... front, back, inside

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  As the other reviews say, What A Find! - 2012 Hyundai Genesis
  By jheaslet - March 6 - 11:38 am

  I havent been this excited with a new car in a very, very long time. I feel similarly about the Genesis as I did with my first car back when I was 16. It was an 83 Buick Skylark which required me to pour gasoline into its carb to get it started haha. Those were the best times. Im by no means comparing the two, just the lovely feeling I had with my first car and how excited I was every time I had a chance to drive it. This is how I feel with the Genesis. I like nice things, but love saving money. This car fits the bill and provides me with a great feeling when I get settled into its wonderful seats. I find myself making up reasons just to drive it. Really, the experience is terrific.

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  You MUST own this car! - 2012 Hyundai Genesis
  By holywow - February 20 - 12:59 pm

  Do two things: 1) Take an Avatar DVD, throw it in the player, tune to chapter 6 and crank the surround sound 2) Settle into the leather seats, drive the car on the freeway, and wait five minutes until Mr. Highway Patrolman apprehends you for slightly aggressive driving. If these two experience dont convince you that this car is AWESOME, then you have no pulse. I own the 4.6...because the R-Spec doesnt come in red.

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  Great car so far! - 2012 Hyundai Genesis
  By papaaj1 - January 4 - 11:03 pm

  I got rid of my 2009 Merc E-350 that I liked but did not love. This car leaves that one in the dust! Im not used to having this much horsepower, and I love it. Its nimble, quiet, and fast. No tickets yet - but Im going to have to invest in a radar detector. For me buying this car meant disregarding the fact that its a Hyundai. Ive always owned luxury cars and quite honestly I think there is nothing better than this for the money. I almost think Hyundai could sell a lot more of these cars if they just spun the Genesis line off. I could rebadge this as a Merc/BMW/Audi/Acura and people would fall over themselves wanting to get one.

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  Update - 2012 Hyundai Genesis
  By bjpjjs - December 31 - 1:42 pm

  Hit 1k and still love the car the Smart cruise control works great. Just finished a 200 mile round trip and got 30 MPG on the highway. Great blend of power handling fuel efficiency and comfort luxury and value. Test drive one with some good music you wont be disappointed!

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  Nearly Perfect in every way - 2012 Hyundai Genesis
  By bulldog12 - December 18 - 9:12 pm

  Have been looking at new cars for years and finally took the plunge. Bought a Black V6 with premium for a great deal at Evansville Hyundai from Les for 34k plus TTL and 149 doc fee. It looks incredible and I have am impressed at the build quality. I felt the V6 with premium offered the best combo of value and features. Ive always been a white car guy but the black really grabbed my attention. Very proud of this car and feel it competes in both looks with cars that cost 20k more.