Who Makes Genesis Cars?

by George Kennedy

Genesis is a South Korean luxury automaker that is a division of Hyundai Motor Company. It offers sedans and SUVs that, in some cases, are more affordable alternatives to that of established luxury brands.

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Who Makes Genesis Cars?

Founded in 2015, Genesis is one of the youngest automakers in the U.S. car market. Prior to then, Hyundai originally offered a Genesis sport coupe and Genesis luxury sedan within its existing lineup. The sedan survived. The coupe did not. Along with the Equus large sedan, these two vehicles became some of the first offerings from the newly formed marque. While Hyundai shares many platforms with Kia (which Hyundai owns), most Genesis vehicles are built on rear-wheel-drive platforms that are unique to the luxury brand.

What Sort of Vehicles Does Genesis Make?

Genesis offers a growing lineup of luxury sedans and luxury SUVs. This includes the compact G70, midsize G80, and flagship G90 sedans, as well as the compact GV70 and midsize GV80 SUVs. Genesis offers a standalone EV crossover, the GV60, as well as EV versions of the G80 and GV70. The gas GV70 is one of the top vehicles in its segment, while the G90 is positioned as an ultra-luxury rival to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, but costing tens of thousands of dollars less.

What Are The Best Genesis Cars?

by George Kennedy

From open-wheel racecars to specialty off-road vehicles, George Kennedy has driven it all. A career automotive journalist, George has been a contributor, editor, and/or producer at some of the most respected publications and outlets, including Consumer Reports, the Boston Globe, Boston Magazine, Autoblog.com, Hemmings Classic Wheels, BoldRide.com, the Providence Journal, and WheelsTV.

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