2012 Hyundai Genesis

US · Large Cars

The 2012 Hyundai Genesis is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder (SIDI), 4.6L 8-cylinder, 5.0L 8-cylinder (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged, 3.8L 6-cylinder
Power: Not available
Torque: Not available
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain: RWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Seating: Not available

Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.

Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

GASOLINE

Power Output

Not available

Peak Torque

Not available

Combined Economy

Not available

Drivetrain

RWD

Transmission

Not available

Capacity

Not available

Exterior Dimensions

Not available

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder (SIDI), 4.6L 8-cylinder, 5.0L 8-cylinder (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged, 3.8L 6-cylinder
Displacement	2.0 L to 5.0 L
Cylinders	4 to 8
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears	5 to 8
Drivetrain	RWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)
Highway	30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

8 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 14, 2026.

16V117000: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured August 1, 2011, to April 30, 2012, and 2011-2013 Equus vehicles manufactured July 10, 2011, to June 12, 2012. The windshield wiper motor cover seal on the affected vehicles may degrade allowing corrosion on the wiper motor's circuit board. The corrosion can cause intermittent or total loss of…
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor cover and seal, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is…
Reported February 29, 2016. View on NHTSA
13V489000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured April 30, 2008, through March 28, 2012. The vehicles may contain brake fluid which does not protect against corrosion of the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU).
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners and instruct them to bring their vehicle to a dealer for service. Hyundai will inspect the HECU module for proper operation, and will replace the modules as necessary. Hyundai will replace the factory brake…
Reported October 29, 2013. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 14, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 14, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 14, 2026

Data verified: October 14, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

2011 Hyundai Genesis
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged, 4.6L 8-cylinder · RWD
24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
2013 Hyundai Genesis
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged, 3.8L 6-cylinder (SIDI), 5.0L 8-cylinder (SIDI) · RWD
24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2012 Hyundai Genesis have?

Varies by configuration: 3.8L 6-cylinder (SIDI), 4.6L 8-cylinder, 5.0L 8-cylinder (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged, 3.8L 6-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2012 Hyundai Genesis?

Combined fuel economy is 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2012 Hyundai Genesis front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: RWD.

Are there recalls for the 2012 Hyundai Genesis?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 14, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.