Genesis News
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Genesis is keen to distance itself from old-world luxury judging by the brand's first-ever Super Bowl spot.
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Genesis teases sporty coupe, small hatchback, and both could be EVs
Genesis revealed its upcoming product plan including a coupe and compact crossover.
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2020 Genesis G90 still a value despite price rise
The G90 might not be as affordable as it once was but the car still comes pretty much fully loaded as standard.
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Genesis GV80 to debut January 16, not a moment too soon
The Genesis GV80 SUV, likely the brand's most-important vehicle, will be unveiled on Jan. 16.
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Genesis reveals first photos of GV80 mid-size SUV
Genesis will enter the mid-size luxury SUV fray in 2020 with the soon-to-be-revealed GV80.
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First drive review: 2020 Genesis G90 finally looks the part
A new, bolder design gives the 2020 Genesis 90 the premium feel it has always chased.
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Genesis' update for the G90 flagship sedan brings new looks and tech but no new powertrains.
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New Genesis to debut noise-canceling tech that reduces road noise
Hyundai Motor Group will soon debut a new noise-cancelling technology that reduces road noise as well as engine noise.
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2020 Genesis GV80 spy shots and video
A prototype for Genesis' first SUV has been spotted.
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Genesis confirms dedicated EV for 2021
Genesis is working on a dedicated EV platform that will spawn at least two models.
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Genesis rated highest in 2019 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study
For the second year in a row, Genesis placed first in the 2019 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study (IQS) among all major automotive brands.
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Genesis says it will off its V-8 engine
The 5.0-liter V-8 is on its way out at Genesis. It will not return for the next-generation G80 and will hold on in the G90 for the next few years.
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Genesis unveiled a stylish, 2-seat electric city car concept called the Mint at the 2019 New York auto show.
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Korea-only 2020 Genesis G90 limousine makes us jealous
With an additional 11-plus inches tacked onto it, the 2020 Genesis G90 limousine has arrived to coddle passengers. Last Tuesday, the luxury brand revealed the long-wheelbase model, which is set for sale locally in South Korea this month. While the United States will get an updated G90 flagship, the...
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Don't hold your breath for a Genesis performance skunkworks, boss says
For a baby brand like Genesis, learning to walk comes first. Manfred Fitzgerald, who is the global boss for the nascent luxury brand, told Car and Driver that a high-performance sub-brand—a la BMW's M Division or Mercedes-Benz's AMG—likely won't come soon. "We're trying to set our...
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Genesis G70, Hyundai Kona and Ram 1500 pick up 2019 North American Car, Utility & Truck of the Year title
The jury is in, and they've just named the winners of the prestigious North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year awards for 2019. There was strong competition this year, particularly in the utility category which saw some new electric entrants. Nevertheless, over a period of several weeks...
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Hyundai turns the windshield into an augmented reality nav system
In the not too distant future, head-up display systems will be able to present a whole lot more than the tiny window of static information we're used to today. The key is holographic augmented reality technology that has the potential to turn the entire windshield into a display, which could enable...
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2020 Genesis G90 debuts in Korea with major facelift
Genesis will introduce a major update for its G90 flagship for the 2020 model year, with the updated sedan unveiled Tuesday in the brand's home market of Korea. We'll possibly see the car on display at this week's 2018 Los Angeles auto show. The update, which consists of a redesign of the front and...
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Ahead of the 2020 Genesis G90's debut at the 2018 Los Angeles auto show, leaked photos have at least partially spoiled the reveal of the flagship sedan's major design overhaul. Published to a Korean forum on Wednesday, a handful of pictures show the 2020 G90 inside and out. The front fascia is fairly evolutionary in nature, and the headlights certainly recall recent Volvos in our eyes. But Genesis will point to the Essentia coupe concept unveiled at the 2018 New York auto show as the car's formal inspiration. Key design traits the G90 pulls from the concept are a triangular-shaped grille and...
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Genesis gives first look at 3D digital instrument cluster
Genesis has provided the first look at a new digital instrument cluster that will soon be making its way into the Korean firm's cars. It will launch in the G70 sedan in the Korean market starting next year but availability in other markets is yet to be announced. The 12.3-inch screen is said to be...
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2019 Genesis G70 pricing starts at $35,895
The 2019 Genesis G70 will do its best to woo sport-luxury sedan buyers with a starting price of $35,895 as it goes on sale this week in the United States. Those yearning for the 3.3-liter twin-turbocharged V-6 will find a $44,745 price tag to start. All prices include a mandatory $995 destination...
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Genesis Essentia concept will spawn limited-production halo
The Genesis Essentia concept unveiled at the 2018 New York auto show was meant to usher in the Korean luxury brand's new design language and mark its transition toward electrification. However, the popularity of the design has prompted Genesis management to proceed with a limited production run...
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Genesis overtakes Porsche in 2018 JD Power APEAL study
Following a one-two-three finish from Genesis, Hyundai, and Kia in the 2018 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study, Genesis has struck again. The Korean luxury brand was measured as the highest-ranked in the 2018 J.D. Power APEAL (Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout) Study, throwing Porsche from...
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2019 Genesis G70 first drive review: Getting the details right
While I wait for my turn to attack the track at Tamworth, New Hampshire’s Club Motorsports in the 2019 Genesis G70, I notice some of the car’s details. The diamond-quilted nappa leather upholstery looks like it was sourced from a Mercedes-Benz S-Class. I shut off the traction control...
Kirk Bell