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2021 Genesis

G90 AWD

Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 5.0 L

Genesis G90: best and worst years
2021 Genesis G90 AWD
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Overview

Body
Large CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP
420
Power to weight
0.087 hp/lb
Axle ratio
3.54
Cyl
8EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system
NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
23 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
16 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
18 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$4,300EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂
488 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
3/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
5/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
205 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
75 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
59 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
124 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
4,815 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Pass. Vol
113 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Cargo Vol
15 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
1
Owner complaints
4

Feature availability

Which features come standard, cost extra, or are locked to a pricier trim arrives with the next data phase. Standard equipment shows here today.

Standard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE25%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER25%
  • ENGINE13%
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM13%
  • STEERING13%
  • TIRES13%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 8 total.

Genesis G90: best and worst years

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
5 yr / 60k mi
Powertrain
10 yr / 100k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr
Maintenance
3 yr / 36k mi
EV battery
10 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.