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Brand new Genesis

By Jim Roosevelt written on 12-13-2015

I took delivery of my new 2016 Genesis just three days ago so this is more about first impressions rather than a full review. Mine is the 3.8 with the Ultimate package, all the toys. The Genesis is a wonderful package of technology, safety, and quality wrapped in an easy to adjust package. The car drives and handles perfectly. The technology and safety features are what drew me to consider a Genesis. I came from a hybrid Toyota Avalon Limited that got great gas mileage, but was well behind the curve as far as technology and safety. Toyota does hybrid well, but I wanted features such as the dynamic cruise control, automatic emergency breaking, lane keeping assist, and so on. The Genesis delivers these, they work exactly as advertised and exude confidence when driving. The 9.2 inch screen for the nav system is as good as any I have seen on any car. I love the heads up display. The Lexicon sound system is far better than any I have heard. The only suggestion I could offer is to add a little more up-down range to the front power seats to make my wife a little happier.

I love my new Genesis!

By John Trzcinka written on 09-20-2016

I test drove several cars before I chose to lease my Genesis. I was looking for a reliable four door sedan that had a great ride, was comfortable (I'm a big guy!) and had all of the latest technology. In addition to the Genesis, the cars that I test drove were the Buick Lacrosse, Audi A6, Lexus GS350 and the Infinity Q50. All of the models had most of the features that I wanted and were in a similar price point. I was surprised at how nice the Lacrosse drove but it lacked the leg room that I desired. The Genesis was the second car that I drove but prior to stopping into the dealership, it wasn't high on my list because....well it was a Hyundai and I didn't know much about the product! I was first taken by the styling of the Genesis and noticed that it was a high-end looking vehicle. After checking out the interior I was impressed by both the comfort of the seating as well as the layout of the instrument panel. When the ignition was turned on, the instrument and touch screen panels blew me away with colors and sound and I have to say, it brought out the inner kid in me! I just couldn't wait to see all of the things that it did! The test drive was also impressive, although the gas pedal was a little stiff, the car handled very well. The car really sold me! Next, I drove the A6 which was high on my list for its styling and reputation. After test driving the car, alhough I felt like it was a high performance vehicle, I just wasn?t as comfortable in it as I was in the Genesis and the instrument panel wasn't as impressive either! Next, I drove the GS350. I felt that the exterior styling wasn't as nice as any of the previous three cars that I drove although the comfort was great, it had the features that I wanted and the interior was well appointed with a wood grain finish. It was a very hot day when I test drove this car and the wood grained stirring wheel was almost too hot to hold on to. I much preferred the leather steering wheels found on each of the other cars I drove! The last car that I test drove was the Q50. It was a cool car but I was just too big for it! During my test drives, I found myself comparing each car to the Genesis and in the end, the Genesis was the right car for me! The sound system is awesome, I love the heads up display as well as the 9? touch screen that is very easy to read and use. Now that I have had the car for a month, I still can?t wait to drive it each day!

2016 Genny 3.8 Tech RWD is a price performer

By acurat written on 04-14-2016

I leased my Genesis 6 weeks ago on a very attractive 36 month/15K mile program. With dealer discount, competitive coupon and $3K lease cash, I was able to knock $7K off the $47K sticker price. Compared with Lexus or the Germans, an incredible value. Most of my research was online and via a major consumer magazine. My main focus in evaluating cars is value for the price, with safety, fuel economy, driving experience and luxury as secondary goals. Though I could afford it, I can't justify Lexus' price premium and don't dig the lack of driving dynamics. I'll never have another European car. So that leaves only a few choices. Coming from Acura, this is a real step up. Very impressive exterior styling, interior comfort, drivetrain, ride, handling and technology. For me, the 3.8 Tech is the sweet spot of price versus goodies. That last $3500 of MSRP for the Ultimate trim level did not make sense to me. My car had a serious fuel system issue at 225 miles that required 3 weeks to diagnose and fix. The dealer provided me with a brand new 2016 Genesis Tech as a loaner. Mine does seem fixed and it is hard to stay mad at this great car. I am glad it's a lease though. If I still love it in 2019, I can buy it for $25.5K plus tax. Pros: --Drop dead gorgeous on the outside --Serene and very lux on the inside --Major oomph in the V6, on regular gas no less --Decent fuel economy, 22 in mixed driving, high 20s pure freeway --Love love love the smart cruise--it starts and stops by itself in heavy traffic --Auto Hold is a cool feature --Autonomous Emergency Braking (see below), blind spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert --Comfy and very adjustable driver's seat with ventilated leather --Great color flat screen display and pleasing instrument cluster with nice switches on the steering wheel --Composed ride and predictable steering --Real-time traffic on the nav, essential for SoCal driving --Very good (though not great) Lexicon sound system --Big trunk Cons: --Ugly front grille --Autonomous Emergency Braking alerts too late --Horrible voice recognition --Wimpy steering wheel, should be thicker --Confusing controls and odd layout --Hyundai service department--it's not exactly a luxury experience --A new car should not have a fuel line/fuel pump failure at 225 miles! Overall, despite a bumpy start, the Genesis 3.8 RWD Tech sedan is the best and most refined car I've enjoyed in 40 years of driving.

Watch out for Hyundia!

By Nick written on 12-24-2015

If you like Hyundia cars, beware of their practice of not pointing out how some of the features work. If you want remote start, understand that the only way to get it is through their 'Bluelink System". When you buy the car they give you 90 days of Bluelink for free. After that it cost over $300.00 a year to keep all of the functions active. There is the basic Bluelink connection, which reports on car status and tells Hyundia if the car is in an accident. Next there is your remote start capabilities and a couple of other functions you can do. Last there is the voice active navigation system. If you want the remote capabilities you pay $99.00 plus tax per year and if you want it to work then you have to pay another $99.00 plus tax per year for the basic package. The turn by turn voice activated navigation adds another $81.00 plus tax per year. I bought my Genesis in October and in November I was notified that there is an update to the on-board navigation system for $219.00 plus tax. I highly recommend that you read all of the fine print before you purchase any Hyundia.

A Bentley done by Koreans

By Mickey Gardner written on 06-08-2016

"This is the 31st car I've owned or leased and I ALWAYS do extensive research. My Genesis 3.8 RWD can only be described as "Spectacular". If the Koreans built a Bentley, this would be it. I didn't opt for the V-8 since I've got a Corvette in the garage and don't plan on stop-light drag racing. Other than that my car has every option and is by far the most pleasurable car I've EVER driven. The sound system (also found in Rolls-Royce) is better than any I've ever heard in a car (or at home for that matter). I don't know what options could possibly be desired that aren't present in my car. Black Ash wood is utterly beautiful as is the ivory leather interior. Seats are better than any car I've driven including Volvo (which I would have rated the best previously). In GA we don't really need all wheel drive so mine is RWD. Performance, ride and braking are exceptional. The level of sound from outside is about non-existent. Benz & Lexus could learn from the sound-deadening techniques that were used on this car. The gas mileage is about what I'd expect from a 4100 pound car in town. On the freeway it's approaching 29 MPG. Dealer experience was also excellent - internet price quoted was right on the money with no nasty surprises when I went in to pick up the car. Genesis has hired the leading designers from both Lamborghini and Bentley this year. These guys are VERY serious about conquering the luxury market and the Genesis brand will be a force to be reckoned with both now and in the future."

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Features: Alarm , Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel , Auto Climate Control , Aux Audio Inputs , Heated seats , Leather Seats , Multi-Zone Climate Control , Power Driver Seat , Rear Bench Seats , Stability Control , Tire Pressure Warning , USB Inputs , Trip Computer , Bluetooth , Back-up camera , Navigation , Electronic Folding Mirrors , Post-collision safety system , Sunroof/Moonroof , Adaptive Cruise Control , Cooled Seats , Lane Departure Warning , Parking sensors , Upgraded Headlights , Automatic Emergency Braking , Blind Spot Monitoring , Pre-collision safety system , AWD/4WD , Heads up display , Power Liftgate/Trunk , Upgraded Stereo .

Engine/Mechanics: 6 cylinders , 8 cylinders .

Transmission: Automatic .

Fuel Type: regular unleaded , premium unleaded (recommended) .

Drivetrain: rear wheel drive , all wheel drive .

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