2012 Hyundai Genesis 4.6
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- Photo: Hyundai Genesis Prada GP500 BH FL Brown Moro (1) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Hyundai Genesis BH Stirling Silver (4) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: HYUNDAI GENESIS (BH) China by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 14 Hyundai Genesis 3.8L by HJUdall, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Hyundai Genesis (BH) Washington DC Metro Area, USA (2) by OWS Photography, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2012 Hyundai Genesis 4.6 is a 385-hp V8 with an 8-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $44,500 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.
It makes 385 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 333 lb-ft of torque at 3500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).
The Genesis measures 196.3 inches long on a 115.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,024 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $44,500 ($62,990 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $45,375 ($64,229 *) |
| Destination Charge | $875 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Tau G8BA 4.6L DOHC V8, Dual-CVVT, naturally aspirated |
| Horsepower | 385 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 333 lb-ft @ 3500 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 | 8-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18 in |
| Wheels Rear | 18 in |
| Tires Front | P235/50R18 |
| Tires Rear | P235/50R18 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 196.3 in |
| Width | 74.4 in |
| Height | 58.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 115.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,024 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.4 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.7 in |
| Legroom Front | 44.3 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 58.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 57.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 54.9 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 54.3 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (9.5 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2012 Hyundai Genesis 2 DR RWD: overall not rated
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Hyundai GENESIS. 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
Oct 29, 2013 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, through March 28, 2012. The vehicles may contain brake fluid which does not protect against corrosion of the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU).
Consequence: If the module corrodes, reduced brake effectiveness may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners and instruct them to bring their vehicle to a dealer for service. Hyundai will inspect the HECU module for proper operation, and will replace the modules as necessary. Hyundai will replace the factory brake fluid in those vehicles that have not previously had the factory brake fluid replaced. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151 or by email at consumeraffairs@hmausa.com. Hyundai's recall number is 114.
NHTSA campaign 13V489000
270 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2012 Hyundai GENESIS
Owner Complaints
270 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Hyundai GENESIS (8 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 6 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 71 |
| Service Brakes | 65 |
| Electrical System | 49 |
| Power Train | 39 |
| Unknown Or Other | 34 |
| Hydraulic | 33 |
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 2012 HYUNDAI GENESIS. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.