Flash Drive

2015 Hyundai Genesis

March 17, 2015 - Behind The Wheel - Comments: 

 Model Tested: 2015 Hyundai Genesis RWD 3.8 Sedan 

The all-new 2015 Hyundai Genesis sedan looks as good as it drives. The styling is crisp and contemporary.
The all-new 2015 Hyundai Genesis sedan looks as good as it drives. The styling is crisp and contemporary.

Engine: 3.8-liter V-6, 311 horsepower 293 lb-ft torque 

Transmission: 8-speed automatic, rear-wheel-drive 

EPA Ratings: 18/City—29/Highway—22/Combined 

Base Price: $38,000 

As Tested: $38,950 

Performance:

Strong, sports sedan performance

Smooth, powerful V-6 engine

Powerful dual exhaust note

Crisp shifting 8-speed automatic transmission

The powerful, more than adequate 3.8L V-6 produces 311-hp, but there is also an optional 420-hp V-8.
The powerful, more than adequate 3.8L V-6 produces 311-hp, but there is also an optional 420-hp V-8.

Paddle shifters

Gas shock absorbers

Independent front and rear suspension

Eco, Regular, and Sport driving modes

Analog and digital speedometer

Impressive active safety technology features 

Comfort:

Upscale interior, quality materials

Power lumbar for driver and front passenger

Stretch-out front legroom

Medium thick, slightly contoured steering wheel with tilt and telescopic

The Genesis interior is spacious and luxurious. Front seat room is especially generous.
The Genesis interior is spacious and luxurious. Front seat room is especially generous.

Fair auxiliary steering wheel controls

Soft, anti-whiplash headrests

Very good headroom

Fine back seat room as long as front seats are up a little

Tall, wide rear floor tunnel

Oversized, soft surface rear armrest 

Utility:

Very bright interior lighting

Big trunk with wide opening

Flat floor with cargo loops

Big rear door bins

Four overhead grab handles

Very large console bin

Long front door bins

Two seatback pouches 

WOW Factors:

Sharp, sporty styling

Automatic folding/unfolding side mirrors when driver approaches car

The 2015 Hyundai Genesis is available in rear wheel drive and all-wheel-drive configurations.
The 2015 Hyundai Genesis is available in rear wheel drive and all-wheel-drive configurations.

Great, rain sensing wipers

Excellent visibility

Industry-leading warranty 

Whines:

Information display wasn’t super intuitive 

Bottom Line:

The 2015 Hyundai Genesis is a strong contender and a great value in the competitive sport/luxury sedan segment. The newly redesigned body is impressive, as is the very responsive V-6 engine. Even more impressive is the available 5.0L 420-hp V-8. All-wheel-drive is available with the V-6.