2013 Hyundai Genesis Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$34,200 to $46,800

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After a major refresh of a 2009 debut for 2012, Hyundai's luxurious rear-wheel-drive (RWD) full-size sedan moves into 2013 with an improved optional infotainment system with 8-inch touchscreen and basically only the new trims introduced for 2012. That leaves just 2 trims for 2013, the basic Genesis 3.8L, powered by the new direct-injected 333-hp 3.8-liter V6, or the direct-injected 429-hp V8-powered 5.0L R-Spec. Looking at driver reviews, eliminating the 4.6-liter V8 and any option for the 5-liter without the R-Spec's sporting suspension could be a big mistake. Everything is there for an excellent mid-luxury offering, including stellar build quality, but Hyundai chose a very crowded and very narrow market with this move, and that could slow its meteoric rise.

The drivetrain, cabin quiet and materials are all up to par with its luxury competition, and typical of Hyundai, the Genesis's features exceed its price range. But for all its perks, the Genesis suffers from enough drawbacks—beyond being made by a company not typically associated with luxury—to turn up more than a few noses, even after turning their heads. As far as full-size sedans go, at no better than 28 mpg the Genesis is bound to not go as far as most between fill-ups even with a 19-gallon fuel tank, but the Genesis isn't an economical commuter. It's more like a fun touring, with more "touring" in the 3.8 and more "fun" in the R-Spec, but I say "more like" because neither one offers a great deal of road-tripping practicality. For instance, 6-foot-plus passengers can enjoy any of its 5 seats, though none of those seats fold down for additional storage above the trunk's 16 cubic feet, and the steering wheel doesn't telescope unless you opt up for it. In other words, a maker not of typical luxury pedigree has made a full-size sedan not of typical luxury pedigree, so a detailed test-drive is a must.

While the new engines are still drool-worthy, the R-Spec joined the lineup for 2012 to a mix of praise and criticism. Its 429-hp and 376-lb-ft/torque V8 performs admirably well, but the 8-speed shiftable automatic (which became the Genesis standard for 2012) tends to hold it back to roughly 5.1 seconds to 60 mph with sluggish downshifts. Its suspension won't win any rally cup, but it will offer an expectedly rough ride with reasonable if not exhilarating response for its sport tuning. Fuel economy is a lackluster 16 mpg city/25 highway, but at least the R-Spec can use regular fuel, although premium is recommended. The V6 is good for 333 hp and 291 lb-ft of torque and a competitive 6.4 seconds to 60 mph, and though this one is happy with a regular diet, fuel economy is barely improved at 18/28.

While its performance could easily disappoint the most particular drivers, build quality is better than most luxury makes, and in terms of feature bang for your buck, there's never a better maker than Hyundai. Even the base 3.8L comes equipped with features like alloy wheels, automatic headlights, LED running lights, automatic wipers, leather upholstery, an auto-dimming rear-view, automatic dual-zone climate control, keyless ignition and entry, heated front seats, Bluetooth and iPod connectivity with a 7-speaker system and CD player. A fully-loaded 3.8L only misses out on 1 inch in wheel size, auto-dimming side mirrors and the performance bits that make the R-Spec unique. Highlights of those optional features include a 17-speaker Lexicon sound system, full leather interior, memory for driver's settings, rear-view camera, adaptive cruise control, sensors galore and Hyundai's BlueLink telematics system, just to name a few.

Patricia Mayo
Published May 31, 2022 by Patricia Mayo
Your prototypical "Tom Girl" Patricia got her start digging into Ford engines before she aged into double digits. Gifted with a mechanical mind, her favorite pass-time in the summer is picking up a fixer-up'r at the local public auction and massaging its every ailment until it's primed for a new lover. From dirt bikes to land yachts, every partner offers something truly special in her love affair with the road - just don't tell her husband.

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by Tim G
Apr 18, 2023
The interior of the car is beautiful. I love the brown leather. It run good and drives good. Overall it is a very good car. Additionally it does not have the ugly Mack truck grill like the new ones, Apr 18, 2023
by Marty S
Sep 15, 2022
I love this car. I would buy another one Sep 15, 2022
by James P
Sep 05, 2022
Excellent car with great records from the previous owner. Car is in great condition.Sep 05, 2022

2013 Hyundai Genesis Pricing

Original MSRP
$34,200 to $46,800
Price range
$8,457 to $9,810
Average price on CG
$8,539
YoY price change
$9,269 to $8,539

Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.4 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with pass-thru · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): two 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: cargo net · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.91

Engine

Alternator: 150 amps · Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: body-color · Door handle color: body-color with chrome accents · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Front bumper color: chrome accents · Grille color: grey · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: chrome accents · Rocker panel color: body-color · Window trim: silver

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low oil level

Lights

Headlights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual folding

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 15.7 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 18 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Telematics

Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: speed sensitive · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: with safety reverse

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Hard Drive: 30GB · In-Dash CD: DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Lexicon · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 7.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 16

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.4 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with pass-thru · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: leather · Door trim: wood · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): two 12V front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: cargo net · Sunshade: power rear window · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.54

Engine

Alternator: 180 amps · Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: chrome · Door handle color: body-color with chrome accents · Exhaust: quad exhaust tips · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: grey · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rocker panel color: body-color · Window trim: silver

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: Blue Link · Infotainment screen size: 8 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: cornering

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: auto-dimming

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: tilt/slide

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Parking sensors: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: premium leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 15.7 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 19 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Telematics

Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: with safety reverse

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