2016 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 RWD
The 2016 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 RWD is a 420-hp V8 with an 8-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $53,850 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 420 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 383 lb-ft of torque at 5000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Genesis measures 196.5 inches long on a 118.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,567 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $53,850 ($72,922 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $54,800 ($74,208 *) |
| Destination Charge | $950 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Tau G8BE 5.0L GDI DOHC 32-valve V8, Dual-CVVT, naturally aspirated |
| Horsepower | 420 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 383 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 32-valve with Dual-CVVT |
| Bore and Stroke | 96.0 x 87.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 |
| Injection Type | Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC |
| 1st Gear | 3.795 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.473 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.613 |
| 4th Gear | 1.177 |
| 5th Gear | 1 |
| 6th Gear | 0.831 |
| 7th Gear | 0.652 |
| 8th Gear | 0.571 |
| Reverse | 2.467 |
| Final Drive | 3.538 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 23 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent 5-link with high-performance gas shock absorbers, coil springs and solid stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent 5-link with high-performance gas shock absorbers, coil springs and solid stabilizer bar |
| Turning Diameter | 36.2 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 14.2-in ventilated disc, 4-piston |
| Rear Brake Disc | 12.4-in solid disc, single piston |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 19 x 8.5J |
| Wheels Rear | 19 x 9.0J |
| Tires Front | P245/40R19 |
| Tires Rear | P275/35R19 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 196.5 in |
| Width | 74.4 in |
| Height | 58.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 118.5 in |
| Front Track | 63.8 in |
| Rear Track | 64.3 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,567 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 41.1 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.2 in |
| Legroom Front | 45.7 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 58.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 57.1 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.7 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 54.8 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars