2011 Hyundai Equus Signature
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- Photo: Hyundai Equus Limousine VL500 Prestige VI FL Onyx Black (12) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Hyundai Equus VI PE Polished Metal (1) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: HYUNDAI EQUUS (VI) China by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: HYUNDAI EQUUS (VI) China (2) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Hyundai Equus (VI) Washington DC Metro Area, USA by OWS Photography, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2011 Hyundai Equus Signature is a 385-hp V8 with a 6-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $58,000 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 385 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 333 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Equus measures 203.1 inches long on a 119.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,486 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $58,000 ($83,815 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $58,900 ($85,116 *) |
| Destination Charge | $900 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Tau G8BA 4.6L DOHC 32-valve V8, Dual-CVVT, MPI, naturally aspirated |
| Horsepower | 385 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 333 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm (premium) / 324 lb-ft (regular) rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 32-valve with Dual-CVVT |
| Bore and Stroke | 92.0 x 87.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 |
| Injection Type | Multi-point fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 24 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 19 in |
| Wheels Rear | 19 in |
| Tires Front | P245/45R19 |
| Tires Rear | P275/40R19 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 203.1 in |
| Width | 74.4 in |
| Height | 58.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 119.9 in |
| Front Track | 63.8 in |
| Rear Track | 64.1 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.7 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,486 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.7 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.7 in |
| Legroom Front | 45.1 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 59.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 58 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.5 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 55.1 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2011 Hyundai Equus 4 DR RWD).
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Hyundai EQUUS. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Feb 29, 2016 · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured August 1, 2011, to April 30, 2012, and 2011-2013 Equus vehicles manufactured July 10, 2011, to June 12, 2012. The windshield wiper motor cover seal on the affected vehicles may degrade allowing corrosion on the wiper motor's circuit board. The corrosion can cause intermittent or total loss of wiper function.
Consequence: Inoperative wipers during inclement weather can decrease driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor cover and seal, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 140.
NHTSA campaign 16V117000
Nov 7, 2014 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2009-2011 Hyundai Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, to November 21, 2010, and 2011 Hyundai Equus vehicles manufactured July 31, 2010, to November 21, 2010. Due to a circuit failure, the stop lamps in the affected vehicles may not illuminate.
Consequence: A following vehicle may not recognize that the vehicle is slowing or coming to a stop if the stop lamps on the vehicle do not illuminate as expected. There is an increased risk of a rear-end crash as a result.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair the stop lamp switch circuit, free of charge. Hyundai issued an interim notification to owners on January 6, 2015. The recall began on March 23, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 125.
NHTSA campaign 14V713000
24 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2011 Hyundai EQUUS
Owner Complaints
24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Hyundai EQUUS (2 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Suspension | 11 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Wheels | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2011 HYUNDAI EQUUS. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.