Hyundai would like to think that the Hyundai Genesis competes with the likes of the BMW 5-Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class, but for most buyers of those models, the badge is a major portion of the value.
Looking purely at specs, styling, and overall layout, the Genesis takes aim at the Chrysler 300, Lexus GS, and Infiniti M, as well as the Cadillac STS.
The M37/M56 and GS 350/460 are both tuned with a higher-performance feel than the Genesis, and the Hyundai's relaxed demeanor is better rivaled by standard editions of the Chrysler 300, which has been refreshed for 2011.
Other alternatives to Genesis might also include the front-wheel-drive Acura TL or Nissan Maxima, which can cost about as much as a Genesis in loaded form.
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If you can do without a luxury logo, the 2011 Hyundai Genesis provides performance, features, and comfort—including impressive detailing—to match premium-brand sedans costing much more. |
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A riper, more mature Chrysler 300 renews our faith in restrained American styling--and in big V-8, rear-drive fun. |
The 2011 Infiniti M pairs beauty with a beastly V-8 engine—and at last, Infiniti makes its marque in a class full of winners. |
The 2011 Lexus GS sedans are fast, refined, and well-appointed; but low points include a cramped backseat and, for the 450h Hybrid, lackluster fuel economy. |
| MSRP From | ||||
| $33,000 | $47,280 | $27,170 | N/A | $46,900 |
| Gas Mileage | ||||
| 17 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | |
| Engine | ||||
| Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Gas V6 | N/A | Gas V6 |
| EPA Class | ||||
| Large car | Mid-Size | Large | N/A | Mid-Size |
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| 4-Door Sedan V6 | 4-Door Sedan V6 AWD w/1SA | 4-Door Sedan RWD *Ltd Avail* | N/A | 4-Door Sedan RWD |
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | N/A | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | ||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | N/A | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | ||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | ||||
| 4 Door Sedan | 4 Door Sedan | Sedan | N/A | 4 Door Sedan |
| Transmission | ||||
| Automatic w/OD | Automatic | Automatic w/Manual Shift | N/A | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2011 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2011 Cadillac STS | 2011 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2011 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2011 INFINITI M | 2011 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2011 Lexus GS 350 | |
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