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Great car and terrific value
Naptown sailor, 07/23/2017
updated 02/03/2020
2010 Hyundai Genesis 4.6 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car is much roomier than a Mercedes E class or BMW 5-series and has better features. Handling is not quite as good as its German rivals but cost is far less. I'm about 6 ft tall and find both of its German rivals very short on back seat legroom. It has more than ample power (using regular gas) and still gets 27-28 mpg on trips. As for complaints, it does not go in the snow and resale value is poor. Sold the car a few months ago after seven years. Had issues with back-up camera not functioning and glitches in the phone connection. Some alignment issues and had to add a "camber kit" to make that adjustment. Other than those issues and it not going well in snow (use all season tires but it really needs snow tires), the car has been very nice and my wife was sad to see it go. I would certainly buy another in the future but with AWD.
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Surprisingly good choice
dadof39, 06/26/2016
2010 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is a lovely car, a big cruiser with a soft ride yet sticky enough for cornering. Quiet cabin, very nicely appointed, with a great stereo. A/C is slow to reach desired temps, so beware on hot days. Was expecting more from the high beams, they just don't throw enough light. My car still had the original nav software - dealers need to be more educated on updates. Ignore the voice command capability, too complex, you will never use it. Lastly, forget about logo envy - if you can find a nice, clean car like I did, buy it before someone else does, and enjoy the savings.
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Less than a month but...
Nick, 01/26/2016
2010 Hyundai Genesis 4.6 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I typically write my reviews after a MUCH longer period of time. But i've decided to write a review now and then come back maybe in a year and compare / update my thoughts. I was forced into the market due to a total loss on my 2005 Toyota Avalon. I was going for a BMW or something and decided it was not yet quite time for such a luxury car. After some research and reviews, I decided to check out the Hyundai Genesis. In a nutshell I am NOT disappointed after my choice. I feel this car is very much a premium car and it might not yet be at the same level as a BMW or Lexus or Mercedes, but it will get there soon maybe even there with the later year Models. It's winter now and I am reminded why I wanted heated seats, they work so well, I usually turn down after a few minutes. Almost the only item I miss is my 2005 Avalon Limited had remote start which this does not so I have to remember to start the car if I want it to heat up, but again with the heated seats, that is not much of an issue. I am yet to fully test its traction and stability but in the little snow I drove in, it was fine. I got a V8 with the tech package, Nav, rear view camera et al. Where has this been all my driving life! LOL One strange thing I noticed is when it started snowing one day, the parking assist was going crazy! beeping every few minutes, I had to turn it off. I think it is so sensitive it was picking up snowflakes! Its another feature i love, so aside from the back up camera, the parking assist notifies you on the front and back when you get too close to an object, including your front and back left and right areas. Very useful when trying to get into tight parking spaces. Thus far my only issue is my bluetooth seems to drop the connection sometimes in the middle of a call. I actually think that has to do with my phone. But a plus on that is I can pair both my work and home cell phones to the car and switch as needed. Oh another con is I would like to update the NAV but can't seem to figure out how to do that, I guess a dealer visit is needed... will i have to do this every YEAR!??? I can write much more, it will be much more positive rather than negative. Now I wonder what my first dealer experience will be... Oh my, I hope and pray... Oh Hyundai if you EVER read this, Can you figure out how to give us the option to have Android Auto installed on these models as well???
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Driven 7 months so far
Driven 7 months....., 07/15/2010
2010 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Purchased 2010 3.6 new in Jan. 2010, after 7 months I am pretty happy overall but not without complaints. Radio/stereo with combined navigation on screen suffers from poor design, too many clicks required to do simple tasks like view then change radio station. Voice recognition software not great, will only turn off using the specific word, "suspend", otherwise won't go off and no manual off option. Driving and ride excellent after 7 months and 6,000+ miles, no repairs or squeaks. Dealer had to update nav software, and now must replace tilt wheel and seat memory chip. Dealer has great service, Hyundai customer serv. great! Overall, excellent vehicle, top warranty (10 yr) Paid $38k pre tax.
Genesis = smarter every day
projos, 04/16/2010
2010 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Thoroughly enjoy driving the Genesis every time I get behind the wheel. Nice performing engine; very well coordinated with the smooth-shifting transmission. Terrific balance of handling and ride. Extraordinary value as compared to the prestige brands. Have owned all the other guys and drove there latest offerings. Genesis is a supremely sophisticated car for a lot less money. Love the car, love the multitude of "what kind of car is that?" questions, love the compliments. A truly rewarding driving experience and I feel smarter every day...