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2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 Ultimate 6MT

The 2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 Ultimate 6MT is a 348-hp V6 coupe with a 6-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $33,750 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.

It makes 348 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 295 lb-ft of torque at 5100 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).

The Genesis Coupe measures 182.3 inches long on a 111.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,600 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeCoupe
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$33,750 ($45,703 *)
MSRP with Destination$34,645 ($46,915 *)
Destination Charge$895
Engine
Engine TypeLambda II RS G6DJ 3.8L GDI DOHC V6, Dual-CVVT, naturally aspirated
Horsepower348 hp @ 6,400 rpm
Torque295 lb-ft @ 5100 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 24-valve with Dual-CVVT
Bore and Stroke96.0 x 87.0
Compression Ratio11.5:1
Injection TypeGasoline Direct Injection (GDI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive
Differential TypeTorsen limited-slip differential
Transmission
Transmission6-speed manual
1st Gear3.848
2nd Gear2.317
3rd Gear1.623
4th Gear1.233
5th Gear1
6th Gear0.794
Reverse3.985
Final Drive3.538
Fuel Economy
City17 MPG
Highway24 MPG
Combined19 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Suspension
Front SuspensionTrack-tuned springs, gas-charged shock absorbers and 24 mm stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionTrack-tuned springs, monotube gas-charged shock absorbers and 20 mm stabilizer bar
Turning Diameter37.4 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc13.4-in disc, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brake Disc13.0-in disc, 4-piston calipers
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front19 in
Wheels Rear19 in
Tires Front225/40VR19
Tires Rear245/40VR19
Dimensions & Weight
Length182.3 in
Width73.4 in
Height54.5 in
Wheelbase111 in
Front Track63 in
Rear Track63.6 in
Ground Clearance5.1 in
Cargo Volume10 ft³
Curb Weight3,600 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.2 in
Headroom Rear34.6 in
Legroom Front44.1 in
Legroom Rear30.3 in
Shoulder Room Front56.7 in
Shoulder Room Rear52.8 in
Hip Room Front56 in
Hip Room Rear49.2 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★ (8.2 % risk)
Tested variant: 2016 Hyundai Genesis 2 DR RWD
Other tested variants (2)
  • 2016 Hyundai Genesis 4 DR RWD: 5 ★ overall
  • 2016 Hyundai Genesis 4 DR AWD: 5 ★ overall

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Hyundai GENESIS COUPE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

May 4, 2020 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016 Genesis Coupe vehicles. The mounting bolts securing the driver-side frontal air bag may have been insufficiently tightened, potentially causing the air bag to detach from the steering wheel.

Consequence: A detached driver's air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting bolts and retighten them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 192.

NHTSA campaign 20V248000

Oct 7, 2016 · AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2010-2016 Genesis Coupe vehicles manufactured December 12, 2008, to June 11, 2016. The electrical harness connector for the front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) may dislodge when the seat is moved.

Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, the disconnected OCS would, by default, cause the first stage, and only the first stage, of the air bag to deploy, whether there is a child seat in the front seat and the bag should not deploy or if the crash is severe and both stages should deploy. Either scenario increases the risk of injury to the front seat occupant.

Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will secure the OCS connector to prevent it from disconnecting, free of charge. Parts are not currently available and a second letter will be sent to owners when parts are available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 151.

NHTSA campaign 16V722000

7 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2016 Hyundai GENESIS COUPE

Owner Complaints

7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Hyundai GENESIS COUPE (1 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System2
Air Bags1
Exterior Lighting1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Power Train1
Structure1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 16, 2024 · Fuel/Propulsion System
“My 2016 Genesis coupe will spontaneously, randomly accelerate, full throttle. I can't stop it until I throw it into neutral. There doesn't seem to be any common factor for it to happen. More often it…”
Jul 26, 2023 · Tires
“Tire had a blow out. Total separation from wheel. Bought tire on July 2022 one year ago. Caused damage to vehicle. 226/45R18 91y Continental extreme contact DWS06”
Jul 26, 2020 · Air Bags Crash 3 injuries
“ON 7/20/20 AT 6:48 PM I WAS IN A MAJOR ACCIDENT. TAKING OUT 60 FEET OF FENCE AND ROLLING MULTIPLE TIMES. THANKFULL TO BE ALIVE; HOWEVER, THE AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. AND MY VIN SHOWED NO RECALLS”
May 15, 2020 · Electrical System, Exterior Lighting
“2300 STARTED MY CAR TO GO GET LUNCH (AT WORK). I FIRST NOTICED THAT MY LIGHTS WERE NOT ON (THEY ARE SET TO AUTOMATIC) SO I TURNED IT BACK ONE AND THEY TURNED ON; HOWEVER, THE HEADLIGHTS WOULD NOT…”
Aug 4, 2018 · Structure
“THE A PILLAR HINGE HAS BROKEN ALL OF THE WELLS IN THIS AREA. IT MAKE A LOT OF NOISE WHEN GOING ON BUMPS. THE WELLS HAVE BROKE ON BOTH SIDES OF THE CAR. THE CAR HAS NEVER BEEN IN A ACCIDENT AND…”

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 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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