Used 2012 Hyundai Genesis Consumer Reviews
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Lots for the Money
mannyg13, 08/11/2012
2012 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 8A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
Very very nice car for the money. I went in to buy the new Azura. Don't 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.
LOVE THIS CAR
frankb_2012, 12/17/2012
2012 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 8A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I have had 14 cars ranging from Mercedes E320, Lexus LX 470, Audi S4, Lexus RX 330, Acura TL and the list goes on. I purchased my Genesis and Ive had it a few months, so far the car is great. I love the ride quality and the Lexicon sound system is amazing. I must say Hyundai has give the high end car market a run for its money. I almost puchased another E320 but saved some money and got what I feel is a nicer car.
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Truly Awesome
lwelch1973, 09/29/2011
2012 Hyundai Genesis 4.6 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
16 of 17 people found this review helpful
I previously owned a Mazda RX-8, so I can't really compare these two vehicles, since they are from two different categories. However, after pricing other brands: Audi, Acura, VW, BMW, Infiniti, and Nissan, there were no other vehicles at this price point that offered the style, performance, safety, and technology. To get what comes standard with the Genesis 4.6, I would have had to add several option packages, putting the price of the vehicle at or above $50K. Also, check out everything about a car and research before I buy it. I really went through this car looking for where they used the cheap parts to save money. I couldn't find anything. Very well done Hyundai.
WOW! MB E350 vs Hyundai Genesis 3.8
Jay Tate, 07/27/2015
2012 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 8A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Traded my 2011 MB for 2012 Genesis after 2.5 years with the E350 4-Matic. Should have done this years ago. I bought in April 2015. It was a leased turn-in with ONLY 5783 miles. First noticed great acceleration...3.8 vs 3.5! Second, fuel economy... 19.5 around town; 32 on the road vs 18 and 28. The great cost savings feature: regular fuel for the 3.8 vs hi-test for the E350! As others have reported, there is a slight lag gear shifting in city driving but NOT on the highway. Mine has the fantastic technology package...front parking sensor is very convenient; rear camera with parking sensor is great; active cruise control does not allow me to sneak up on a slower driver. BTW, great dashboard graphics on the active cruise. Vent seat is great...but, would like vent in passenger seat as well. Genesis's leather seats are far superior compared to the MB's faux leather. My E350 driver's seat developed a crack near the sown seam at 51K miles. I had the 6-year/100K warranty. The MB dealer would not honor...saying crack was due to fair wear. That's BS! My girl friend's 2012 GLK 350 has 90K (she's a manufacturer's rep), has same seat faux leather material, she's in and out all the time, and her seat has not cracked. (Yet one more reason why I traded!) Per another review, I assume the tech package comes with rear privacy curtain. I like this feature...MB had same. Overall, the Genesis 3.8 with tech package is by far superior to my MB E350. And for less, $$$, one gets a LOT more automobile. Oh yes, if you like the Genesis wing emblem, this can be ordered to replace the leaning H emblem....front, rear, and on the wheel rim hub covers. Last comment....WOW! is a great way to describe this automobile.
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Bought a Second '12 Genesis
fernwood, 12/22/2012
2012 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 8A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
We ought our first Genesis in 11/11. We love the car and have had such good luck with it that we purchased another Genesis last spring, trading in my wife's Audi A6. Build quality is great with no squeaks or rattles and so is the reliability thus far. We are getting about 21 mpg around town in mixed driving and over 28 mpg on the road.
Luxury and muscle
M.Gomez, 08/01/2019
updated 02/08/2024
2012 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 R-Spec 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 8A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Bought in 2013 cpo best warranty for luxury brand and Best car I've owned great combination of luxury and muscle . Very smooth comforable ride with 430hp on tap if you feel the need for speed. The interior is spacious offering best in class interior volume. As far as being reliable all I've done all dealer recommend services, this car has been solid! Owner since 2013 its now 2022 car still has been amazing and looking modern still stands as one of the timeless designs.
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Great car, Gone to Great Places...
John R., 01/12/2019
updated 01/18/2024
2012 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 8A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Today I've had my 2012 Genesis sedan 3.8 for exactly 6 1/2 years and can tell you the only problem I've ever encountered was at Zion Nat'l Park in 103 temperature my 4 year old battery died on me. Thats It. From San Jose, California I've taken it to Canada 500 miles north 3 times, Las Vegas 500 miles southwest of me approximately 4 times, San Diego 500 miles south of me 4 times, and Reno Nevada numerous times,...never one single problem. I think this body style is way better looking than the new Genesis body style. The new Genesis looks like a big Honda, or Toyota. Not mine. My 2012 looks good even standing still with its sloping front end, and rounded taillights. In Washington state returning one summer from Canada, 4 people in the Dennys parking lot stopped and tried to figure what my car was as I have installed the wing package on the trunk lid. They thought it was a Bently I'm sure. Ha Ha. My dealership is O.K. as I have a prepaid service pkg. where they change my oil & filter free up to 75k miles. My 2012 handles great, gets me 28mpg on the highway and has Plenty of power with 333hp , more than the new ones. I plan on keeping it till the wheels fall off. Fast forward..today is 7 17 23..just got back from las vegas with it...480miles from san jose calif, one way. Did 75mph all the way on a full take, averaged 28 mpg and still had 50 miles left when i got there. Always feels like i'm in a 747, super quiet. Still a great car..keeping it forever. Its a 2012, with 70,000 miles on it..Today is Jan 16th, 2024, had to put a set of tires on it. Thats it, every 3rd fill up I put a can of injector STP in it to keep the injectors clean..still a great car.
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Great Car
bjpjjs, 12/06/2011
2012 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 8A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I got the Genesis 3.8 with tech package is platimum (silver). Had the car only a week but it just feels like a quality car. When the doors close they feel like Mercedes solid feel. Quiet ride even with Michelin Energy savers. Tremendous room I am 6'6" and it's a very comfortable car . Rear wheel drive has a great feel. Definitely check it out if you can live without the high end brand badge. Not an ounce of buyers remorse. Got it for 37.5 + tax and registration
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bjpjjs, 12/31/2011
2012 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 8A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
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 won't be disappointed!
Great car so far!
papaaj1, 01/05/2012
2012 Hyundai Genesis 4.6 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful
I got rid of my 2009 Merc E-350 that I liked but did not love. This car leaves that one in the dust! I'm not used to having this much horsepower, and I love it. It's nimble, quiet, and fast. No tickets yet - but I'm going to have to invest in a radar detector. For me buying this car meant disregarding the fact that it's a Hyundai. I've 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.