Genesis G90 vs. Hyundai Equus
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Genesis G90 and Hyundai Equus contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Genesis G90 and the Hyundai Equus.
In comparing the Genesis G90's and the Hyundai Equus's specifications and ratings, the Genesis G90 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Hyundai Equus has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Genesis G90's and the Hyundai Equus's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai Equus is a better car than the Genesis G90.
Pricing: A used 2024 Genesis G90 ranges from $77,950 to $101,569 while a used 2016 Hyundai Equus is priced between $11,879 to $23,830.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Genesis G90’s base engine makes 375 horsepower, and the Hyundai Equus base engine makes 429 horsepower. The G90 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles. The Equus is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 467 miles. This gives the Genesis G90 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Hyundai Equus. The G90 uses premium unleaded, and the Equus uses gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Hyundai Equus has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Genesis G90, a large car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head room. The Genesis G90 and Hyundai Equus are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Genesis G90 has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$91,375 - $102,490
Starting MSRP:
$89,200
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$103,524
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$72,000 - $139,000
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$61,500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$86,308
Price Range:
$77,950 - $101,569
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$117,939
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$86,308 - $151,025
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
210
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
257
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$17,506
Price Range:
$11,879 - $23,830
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
7
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
87,573
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Genesis G90 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.2 / 10
Reliability:
6.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Hyundai Equus Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Genesis G90
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
12.6
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large Cars)
10.3
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
7.7 - 13.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
2.5%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai Equus
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
2.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
1.3%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
15.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
0.8 - 30.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.2
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Genesis G90 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 24Ranking
16 out of / 24Hyundai Equus Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Genesis G90 Trim Levels
3.5T, 3.5T e-Supercharger
Hyundai Equus Trim Levels
Signature, Ultimate
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
375 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
391 foot-lbs @ 1300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.078 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
429 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
376 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.094 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
347 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
305 / 467 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Massage Seats:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Air Suspension:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Backup camera:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
109.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Cargo Space:
16.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
109.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4828 lbs
Width:
76 inches
Height:
58.7 inches
Length:
207.7 inches
Wheelbase:
125.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4553 lbs
Width:
74.4 inches
Height:
58.7 inches
Length:
203.1 inches
Wheelbase:
119.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
chrome aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Maui Black / Vik Black Metallic
Blue
Capri Blue Metallic
Gray
Makalu Gray Matte / Makalu Gray Mica
Green
Hallasan Green Metallic
Silver
Savile Silver Metallic
White
Uyuni White Pearl Metallic / Verbier White Matte
Brown
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Caspian Black
Blue
Not available
Gray
Parisian Gray
Green
Not available
Silver
Santiago Silver
White
Casablanca White
Brown
Manhattan Brown / Night Shadow Brown
Interior Colors
Beige
Dune Beige/Velvet Burgundy
Black
Obsidian Black
Brown
Bordeaux Brown/Obsidian Black
White
Glacier White/Urban Brown
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Jet Black
Brown
Not available
White
Ivory
