2015 Hyundai Equus Ultimate
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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 2015 Hyundai Equus Ultimate is a 429-hp V8 with an 8-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $68,750 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 429 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 376 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Equus measures 203.1 inches long on a 119.9-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $68,750 ($94,277 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $69,700 ($95,580 *) |
| Destination Charge | $950 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Tau G8BE 5.0L DOHC 32-valve V8, Dual-CVVT, GDI, TIS, naturally aspirated |
| Horsepower | 429 hp @ 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 376 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm (premium) / 365 lb-ft (regular) rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 32-valve with Dual-CVVT |
| Bore and Stroke | 96.0 x 87.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 23 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 |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.7 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.1 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 (2015 Hyundai Equus 4 DR RWD).
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Hyundai EQUUS. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 22, 2023 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Park outside
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Consequence: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
NHTSA campaign 23V651000
9 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2015 Hyundai EQUUS
Owner Complaints
9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2015 Hyundai EQUUS (1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 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 2015 HYUNDAI EQUUS. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.