
Overview
- Body
- Subcompact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Transmission
- Automatic 5-spdEPA, 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
- 210
- Power to weight
- 0.062 hp/lb
- Axle ratio
- 3.91
- Cyl
- 4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Aspiration
- TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Efficiency
- MPG Hwy
- 29 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- MPG City
- 20 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- MPG Comb
- 23 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Fuel $/yr
- $3,350EPA, 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
- 182 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Width
- 73 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Height
- 54 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Wheelbase
- 111 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Curb Weight
- 3,411 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Safety NHTSA, model year
- Recalls
- 2
- Owner complaints
- 268
- Reported injuries
- 5
- Theft rate
- 1.1 per 1,000 produced (CY 2012 federal data)
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.
Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year
- ENGINE19%
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM13%
- POWER TRAIN10%
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER9%
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC9%
- SERVICE BRAKES8%
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 374 total.
Hyundai Genesis: best and worst yearsFederal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year
AQ23002Openopened Nov 17, 2023SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires
PE13033opened Oct 17, 2013SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Brake hydraulic control module failure
Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year
102 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year
Apr 10, 2026AIR BAGSDTN DL
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver’s-side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN). These inflators were not supplied, approved, or authorized by the vehicle manufacturers and have primarily been found in vehicles that previously experienced a crash and underwent airbag replacement using non-genuine parts. These dangerous inflators have ruptured during
Apr 10, 2026AIR BAGSDTN DCS
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driver‑side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN), that have been identified in U.S. vehicles following prior crashes, theft, or non‑certified airbag replacements. These inflators are not approved for use, may rupture during deployment, and have caused serious injuries and fatalities. Please see attached anno
Nov 6, 2025EXTERIOR LIGHTING25-BD-012H TSB
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lamp assembly replacement is NOT necessary in most cases. This condition can be eliminated by turning on the lamps with the engine running for several minutes or during normal driving operation.
May 10, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEM24-01-009H-1
A class settlement against Hyundai Motor America (“HMA”) that had alleged that certain 2011 – 2022 model year Hyundai vehicles that were not equipped with an engine immobilizer (called the “Class Vehicles”) contain design flaws, including the failure to manufacture the Class Vehicles with an anti-theft device called an engine immobilizer, that make them susceptible to theft and damage. Class Vehicles manufactured without an engine immobilizer have traditional “turn-key-to-start” ignition systems
Apr 9, 2024POWER TRAIN24-AT-002H
This TSB provides a procedure to diagnose and replace, if necessary, an automatic transmission with Incorrect Ratio DTC (transmission clutch slip in gear above limit) listed on Page 2.
Feb 14, 2024VISIBILITY/WIPER24-BD-001H
This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming partially separated on the inner side of the wiper blade, which could lead to poor wiping performance and/or possible scratching of the windshield glass. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to properly remove the windshield wiper blade protective cover on a
Feb 12, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEM24-01-009H
Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993), combined with an anti-theft steering wheel lock campaign (Campaign P32), and anti-theft ignition cylinder protector campaign (Campaign 9A5) in response to an increase in thefts of certain 2011-2022MY Hyundai vehicles not equipped with engine immobilizers targeted through social media. Campaign 9A8 has also been released to provide a revised software update to certain 2018 model year Elantra vehicles. F
Feb 2, 2024FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY24-FL-001G
This bulletin outlines the basic components of the BG Fuel Test Kit and the procedure to test the quality of the fuel during vehicle diagnosis. Poor fuel quality may lead to cold engine startability issues, hesitation at idle or during acceleration, and/or poor driveability. In addition, prolonged vehicle operation with poor quality fuel may result in damage to the fuel system and formation of engine deposits. The BG Fuel Test Kit can be used to determine the following aspects of the fuel: â
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Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).
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.