2011 Hyundai Genesis

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Rating7.6

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$22,250 - $43,000
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Refined and potent powertrains

Lacks AWD option

The Genesis 4.6 gets a 10-hp buff along with a standard technology package

Excellent safety rating and generous warranty

Rear seats lack fold down option

Lavish interior furnishings

Specs & Features

$23,500

price

210 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

223 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

torque

TBD

transmission

2.0L 4cyl 5A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2011 Hyundai Genesis is a midsize sedan offered in 2 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $33,000. For that price, it mainly competes with the Lincoln MKZ, the Cadillac CTS, and the Lexus ES 350. Between 2 trims, the Genesis sedan offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 3.8L V6 capable of making 290 horsepower and 264 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 385 horsepower-making 4.6L V8 engine. Both engines are mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. The Genesis reaches 60 mph from zero in 6.2 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 5.9 seconds with the 4.6L V8 engine. Depending on the powertrain, the Genesis can manage a combined fuel economy between 21 and 20 mpg. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 8 striking colors the Genesis comes in really pull you towards itself. 

Buying Advice

We'd stick to the base Genesis 3.8 as it offers a more fuel-efficient powertrain and doesn't lag too much behind its more powerful sibling. In terms of features, differences aren’t significant as well. 

Trims

    Base
    $22,250 onwards
    • 17-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Heated mirrors
    • Leather Seat trim
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Sliding and tilting glass Sunroof
    R-Spec
    $24,500 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl 6M
    • Horsepower: 210 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 223 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.5 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 24 mpg
    Premium
    $26,750 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl RWD 5A
    • Horsepower: 210 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 223 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.2 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 23 mpg
    Grand Touring
    $29,750 onwards
    • Engine: 3.8L 6cyl RWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 306 hp @ 6300 rpm hp
    • Torque: 266 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.9 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 20 mpg
    Track
    $30,750 onwards
    • Engine: 3.8L 6cyl RWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 306 hp @ 6300 rpm hp
    • Torque: 266 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.2 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 20 mpg

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Price

$22,250- $43,000

Engine

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Rating

7.64

Horsepower

378 hp @ 6500 rpm

Torque

333 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

Capacity

5

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Gasoline

7.66

280 hp @ 6200 rpm

254 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

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Gasoline

8.01

182 hp @ 6700 rpm

172 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm

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Gasoline

8.69

270 hp @ 7000 rpm

223 lb.-ft. @ 5700 rpm

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Gasoline

8.1

169 hp @ 6400 rpm

160 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

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Gasoline

8.52

173 hp @ 6000 rpm

166 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

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Gasoline

7.54

173 hp @ 6000 rpm

166 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

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Gasoline

8.22

175 hp @ 6000 rpm

172 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

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Gasoline

8.06

177 hp @ 6500 rpm

161 lb.-ft. @ 4300 rpm

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Gasoline

8.25

198 hp @ 6300 rpm

184 lb.-ft. @ 4250 rpm

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2011 Hyundai Genesis vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    5.9 sec--
    5.3 sec13.6 sec-
    6.4 sec14.8 sec-
    6.7 sec--
    6.8 sec15.0 sec-
    7.1 sec--

    2011 Hyundai Genesis vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      18 mpg27 mpg21 mpg19.3 gal.347.4/521.1 mi.
      24 mpg35 mpg28 mpg18.5 gal.444/647.5 mi.
      22 mpg35 mpg28 mpg18.5 gal.444/647.5 mi.
      23 mpg34 mpg27 mpg18.5 gal.425.5/629 mi.
      23 mpg32 mpg27 mpg20 gal.460/640 mi.
      22 mpg33 mpg26 mpg18.5 gal.407/610.5 mi.

      2011 Hyundai Genesis vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        195.9 in.74.4 in.58.1 in.5.2 in.115.6 in.
        206.6 in.72.8 in.68.7 in.5.7 in.125.9 in.
        2011 Saab 9-5

        Ranked #2

        197.2 in.83.2 in.57.8 in.6 in.111.7 in.
        196.9 in.73.1 in.59.2 in.7 in.111.7 in.
        2011 Acura TL

        Ranked #5

        195.3 in.74 in.57.2 in.5.9 in.109.3 in.
        194.1 in.72.7 in.58.1 in.6 in.110.2 in.

        2011 Hyundai Genesis vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          16 cu.ft.109.4 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.
          27.1 cu.ft.105.4 cu.ft.113 cu.ft.
          13.5 cu.ft.100.5 cu.ft.50.3 cu.ft.
          16.5 cu.ft.100.3 cu.ft.17.7 cu.ft.
          2011 Mazda 6

          Ranked #3

          16.6 cu.ft.101.9 cu.ft.73 cu.ft.
          14.2 cu.ft.95.8 cu.ft.64.5 cu.ft.

          2011 Hyundai Genesis vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            16 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.-
            52.6 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.-
            83.1 cu.ft.16.5 cu.ft.17.7 cu.ft.-
            38 cu.ft.14.7 cu.ft.38 cu.ft.-
            62.51 cu.ft.16.6 cu.ft.62.51 cu.ft.-
            2011 Saab 9-5

            Ranked #6

            -18.2 cu.ft.--

            2011 Hyundai Genesis vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              --3748 lbs.
              2011 Saab 9-5

              Ranked #1

              3748 lbs.3968 lbs.-
              2000 lbs.1144 lbs.3576 lbs.
              1000 lbs.1211 lbs.3389 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3849 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3829 lbs.

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