Hyundai Genesis MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Hyundai Genesis model year from 2009 to 2016 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Genesis has been offered with 3.8L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl power plants; the most efficient version is the 2013 (up to 24 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Hyundai Genesis fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined MPG | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 18–22 | 3.8L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | $14,472 | 54 listings |
| 2015 | 18–22 | 3.8L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | $12,999 | 217 listings |
| 2014 | 18–22 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 19–24 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 19–24 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2011 | 20–24 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2010 | 19–24 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2009 | 19–21 | 3.8L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl | — | — |
2016 Hyundai Genesis: engines & MPG
The 2016 Genesis was EPA-rated in 5 versions (3.8L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 22 MPG. Used 2016 models currently list for a median of $14,472 on VehiSales (54 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Genesis RWD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 18 | 28 | 22 MPG |
| Genesis Coupe | 3.8L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 17 | 24 | 19 MPG |
| Genesis Coupe | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 16 | 25 | 19 MPG |
| Genesis AWD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 16 | 25 | 19 MPG |
| Genesis RWD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
2015 Hyundai Genesis: engines & MPG
The 2015 Genesis was EPA-rated in 5 versions (3.8L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 22 MPG. Used 2015 models currently list for a median of $12,999 on VehiSales (217 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Genesis RWD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 18 | 28 | 22 MPG |
| Genesis AWD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 16 | 25 | 19 MPG |
| Genesis Coupe | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 16 | 25 | 19 MPG |
| Genesis Coupe | 3.8L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG |
| Genesis RWD | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Premium | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
2014 Hyundai Genesis: engines & MPG
The 2014 Genesis was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Genesis Coupe | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
| Genesis Coupe | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Premium | 17 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Genesis | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| Genesis Coupe | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Premium | 16 | 25 | 19 MPG |
| Genesis Coupe | 3.8L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG |
| Genesis R Spec | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Premium | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
2013 Hyundai Genesis: engines & MPG
The 2013 Genesis was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Genesis Coupe | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Genesis | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 18 | 28 | 22 MPG |
| Genesis Coupe | 3.8L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| Genesis Coupe | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Premium | 17 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| Genesis R-Spec | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Premium | 16 | 25 | 19 MPG |
| Genesis Coupe | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Premium | 16 | 25 | 19 MPG |
2012 Hyundai Genesis: engines & MPG
The 2012 Genesis was EPA-rated in 8 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Genesis Coupe | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
| Genesis Coupe | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 20 | 29 | 23 MPG |
| Genesis | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 18 | 28 | 22 MPG |
| Genesis Coupe | 3.8L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 17 | 26 | 20 MPG |
| Genesis Coupe | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 17 | 27 | 20 MPG |
| Genesis | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Premium | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Genesis R-Spec | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Premium | 16 | 25 | 19 MPG |
| Genesis | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Premium | 16 | 25 | 19 MPG |
2011 Hyundai Genesis: engines & MPG
The 2011 Genesis was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Genesis Coupe | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
| Genesis Coupe | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 20 | 29 | 23 MPG |
| Genesis | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| Genesis Coupe | 3.8L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 17 | 26 | 20 MPG |
| Genesis Coupe | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 17 | 27 | 20 MPG |
| Genesis | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Premium | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2010 Hyundai Genesis: engines & MPG
The 2010 Genesis was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Genesis Coupe | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
| Genesis Coupe | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 30 | 23 MPG |
| Genesis | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| Genesis Coupe | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 17 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| Genesis Coupe | 3.8L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 17 | 26 | 20 MPG |
| Genesis | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Premium | 17 | 25 | 19 MPG |
2009 Hyundai Genesis: engines & MPG
The 2009 Genesis was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.8L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Genesis | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| Genesis | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Premium | 17 | 25 | 19 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Hyundai Genesis get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined economy for the Genesis ranges from 18 to 24 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2013 model year.
What engines does the 2016 Hyundai Genesis have?
The 2016 Genesis was EPA-rated with 3.8L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl — see the 2016 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Hyundai Genesis require premium gas?
Some versions do: EPA lists regular and premium depending on year and engine — check your year's table above.
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Underlying ratings are public-domain EPA/DOE data from fueleconomy.gov.
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