Used 2015 Hyundai Genesis for sale 

Slotted below the Hyundai Equus, the 2015 Hyundai Genesis is available in two trims with an option of two drivetrains in the base trim. The two trims are named after the engine they come fitted with, namely 3.8 for 3.8L V6 and 5.0 for a 5.0L V8 engine under the hood. The price of the sedan falls between 38,000 for the base trim and goes up to $51,000 for the top-end 5.0 trim.

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Hyundai has filled the sedan with more than enough comfort and luxury even from the base 3.8 trim, and it would be a wise decision to actually stick with the base trim for better value for money. Also, the 3.8L V6 is adequately powered to keep the driver enthralled during a ride. The only reason for going ahead with the 5.0 trim would be when you want to go all out with what Hyundai has to offer in the lineup. One can also choose the optional packages like Signature, Tech, and Ultimate package, which enhance the list of features on the inside or outside.

The 2015 Hyundai Genesis comes equipped with a 3.8 Liter V6 engine driving the rear wheels of the car. Although the consumers have the option to opt for all-wheel drive. The hefty engine generates 311 horsepower and 293 lb-ft of torque.

The power generated from the engine is distributed to the wheels through the 8-speed automatic transmission that comes with it. One also gets to choose the 5.0L V8 with the high-end 5.0 trim, which manages to churn out 420 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque. The sedan reaches the 60 mph mark in 5.9 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 14.4 seconds. 

In comparison, both the rivals stand behind Genesis in power output, although BMW manages to get past the Genesis’ torque figure of 293 lb-ft by offering marginal better torque of 295 lb-ft of torque. BMW owns the competition in performance as it takes the least amount of time of 5.5 seconds to reach the 60 mph mark from a standstill. When comparing the top speed, again BMW outperforms its rivals by offering the best-in-class figure of 155 mph. 

One does not expect a luxury car with a V6 or V8 to not put your hard-earned money in the fuel tank, and that is what we see in the fuel-economy figures of Genesis. The 2015 Hyundai Genesis manages to offer 18 MPG in the city and 29 MPG on the highway. Overall, the sedan pushes out a mileage of 22 MPG. The sedan comes with a fuel tank of 20.3 gallons, which results in a range of 365.4 and 588.7 miles in the city and on the highway, respectively.

BMW 5 Series comes out to be the clear winner here as it offers EPA ratings of 20 mpg in the city, 31 mpg on the highway, and 24 mpg combined. Following BMW in the department is another German, the Mercedes E 350 with 20 city/29 highway, and 23 mpg combined. Thanks to its fuel tank capacity which is the biggest in the competition, the E 350 offers the best-in-class highway range of 611.9 miles.

The redesigning for the year has increased the length of the wheelbase to almost 3 inches, which has helped in enjoying more legroom at the back. When it comes to the interior, Hyundai has adorned the inside of the sedan with a minimalist philosophy.

The dashboard and the center console of the sedan look graceful without going all flashy, which we think is an admiring aspect of the sedan. The materials used on the surfaces inside are of premium quality such as leather and wood trim. In a few words, the interior of the Genesis is what you call subtle luxury, which we think always remains a premium aspect for any sedan. The 2015 Genesis comes with a cargo capacity of 15.3 cubic feet.

In comparison, all the sedans come with a seating capacity of five, standard for the segment. The 2015 Genesis offers legroom and headroom of 45.7/41.1 and 35.0/38.2 inches at the front and rear row, respectively. The legroom available with the rivals is comparatively smaller than what Genesis manages to offer. When it comes to cargo capacity, Mercedes offers a slightly better space of 15.9 cu-ft. Major interior features of the sedan include-

• Heated eight-way power front seats with four-way power lumbar
• Leather steering wheel 
• Dual-zone front climate control
• Alloy, leather, and wood trim on center console
• Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
• Leather trim on shift knob

Infotainment System

Hyundai brings the Genesis for 2015 with a 7.0-inch touchscreen interface which comes connected with a seven-speaker sound system. One has the option to opt for a premium Lexicon 14-speaker surround-sound audio system which comes with the Signature package.

Many other tech features come standard with the sedan such as Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, Hyundai's Blue Link emergency telematics system, a USB/iPod interface, and more. Few key infotainment features include-

• 7.0-inch touchscreen interface
• Seven-speaker sound system
• Navigation system
• Auxiliary audio jack
• HD radio and satellite radio
• Hyundai's Blue Link emergency telematics system
• Lexicon 14-speaker surround-sound audio system (Signature package)
• Lexicon 17-speaker surround-sound audio system (Ultimate package)

Just like the interior, the exterior of the 2015 Genesis has the minimalist philosophy going all over it. The exterior of the sedan has lines looking clean, crisp, and tasteful.

The grille at the front has an imposing look but that is where any kind of aggressive styling ends. The side profile of the sedan holds some attractive lines, which are long and dignified. The sedan weighs 4,138 lbs and stands 5.3 inches above the ground.

In comparison, the rivals too come with very similar curb weight, with Genesis being the heaviest by a margin of just 100 lbs. In ground clearance, the BMW 5 Series stands tallest to the ground at 5.6 inches. All other dimensions of all the sedans in the competition are also similarly specced, making it hard for any individual to gain ascendancy in proportionality. Major exterior features of the 2015 Hyundai Genesis are-

• HID headlights
• Auto-off headlights
• Fog lamps
• Chrome grille
• Power open and close trunk (Optional)

One just needs a glimpse of all the safety ratings given to this sedan by the revered agencies like NHTSA and IIHS to be relieved about themselves and their family inside. NHTSA has gone all out with 5 stars overall along with 5 stars for front and side- impacts testings. IIHS has also put this sedan on a pedestal in safety measures, as IIHS has given ‘Good’ scores in most of the tests. All these ratings tend to assure us about its safety, but for further satisfaction, one can check the long list of standard and optional safety features available with 2015 Genesis. Few major safety features include-

• Traction and stability control
• Front and rear side airbags
• Hyundai's Blue Link 2.0 connectivity suite
• Blind-spot detection (Signature package)
• Rear cross-traffic alert (Signature package)
• Lane-keeping assist system (Tech package)
• Adaptive cruise control (Tech package)

The 2015 Hyundai Genesis is a decent sedan with a powerful powertrain setup and luxury-laden interiors. It easily outperformed the German rivals in power output while giving hefty competition to BMW in torque output and acceleration performance. The luxury inside will keep you comforted while safety features make it reliable. All in all, the sedan from the shores of South Korea has everything you want and more than that and is a reliable pick if you do not want something which is different from the European luxury and class offered by Germans like BMW and Merc in the segment.