Genesis G90

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Genesis G90
2020 Genesis G90 3.3T (facelift) (2), front 1.23.20.jpg
Overview
ManufacturerGenesis Motor (Hyundai)
Production2015–present
Model years2017–present
Body and chassis
ClassFull-size luxury car (F)
Body style4-door saloon
Layout
Chronology
PredecessorHyundai Equus

The Genesis G90 is a full-size, four-door, luxury sedan manufactured by the Korean automaker Genesis, which is the luxury vehicle division of Hyundai Motor Group, since 2015. The G90 is the successor of the Hyundai Equus and was known as the Genesis EQ900 in South Korea from 2015 to 2019.

First generation (HI; 2015)[]

First generation
00 GENESIS G90 1.jpg
Overview
Also calledGenesis EQ900 (pre-facelift)[1]
ProductionNovember 2015 – present
Model years2017–present
AssemblySouth Korea: Ulsan
Russia: Kaliningrad (Avtotor)[2]
DesignerPeter Schreyer (pre-facelift)
Luc Donckerwolke (facelift)
Body and chassis
RelatedGenesis G80
Kia K9
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission8-speed A8LR1/A8TR1 automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase3,160 mm (124.4 in)[3]
3,450 mm (135.8 in) (limousine)
Length5,205 mm (204.9 in)
5,495 mm (216.3 in) (limousine)[4]
Width1,915 mm (75.4 in)
Height1,495 mm (58.9 in)
1,505 mm (59.3 in) (limousine)
Curb weight1,995–2,140 kg (4,398–4,718 lb) (3.8)
2,060–2,185 kg (4,542–4,817 lb) (3.3T)
2,215–2,245 kg (4,883–4,949 lb) (5.0)
2,270–2,290 kg (5,004–5,049 lb) (limousine)

The Genesis G90 debuted in South Korea on December 9, 2015 as the Genesis EQ900.[5]

The US market debut took place at the 2016 North American International Auto Show[6][7][5] and went on sale in September of 2016 at Genesis retailers as 2017 model year vehicles. Powertrains available included the 3.3T, 3.3T HTRAC, 5.0, 5.0 HTRAC.[8][9]

The base model Genesis G90 has a turbocharged, 3.3-liter V6 engine which makes 365 horsepower and 376 lb-ft. of torque. The G90 Ultimate has a 5.0-liter V8 with 420 horsepower and 383 lb-ft. of torque. All models have an eight-speed automatic transmission with shiftronic and is also available with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive (HTRAC).[10]

  • 2017 Genesis G90

  • 2017 Genesis G90

Facelift (2018)[]

A restyled G90 debuted in Korea on November 27, 2018. The EQ900 was also renamed as the G90 for the Korean market.

  • 2020 Genesis G90 3.3T (facelift)

  • 2020 Genesis G90 3.3T (facelift)

EQ900L/G90L[]

The G90L is a long wheelbase version of the G90.[11] It was initially sold in Korea as the EQ900L and later renamed to the G90L after the 2018 exterior update. The G90L is available only as a V8 5.0L AWD (HTRAC).

  • Genesis EQ900L (pre-facelift)

  • Genesis EQ900L (pre-facelift)

  • Genesis G90L (facelift)

  • Genesis G90L (facelift)

Engines[]

Gasoline engines
Model Years Type/code Power/rpm Torque/rpm 0–100 km/h
(0-62 mph)
(Official)		 Top Speed
3.3 Lambda II T-GDi 2015–present 3,342 cc (203.9 cu in) V6 (G6DP) 370 PS (272 kW; 365 hp) at 6,000 rpm 52.4 kg⋅m (514 N⋅m; 379 lbf⋅ft) at 1,300–4,500 rpm 6.2s (RWD) 240 km/h (149 mph)
3.8 Lambda II GDi 3,778 cc (230.5 cu in) V6 (G6DN) 315 PS (232 kW; 311 hp) at 6,000 rpm 40.5 kg⋅m (397 N⋅m; 293 lbf⋅ft) at 5,000 rpm 6.9s (RWD)
5.0 Tau GDi 5,038 cc (307.4 cu in) V8 (G8BE) 413 PS (304 kW; 407 hp) at 6,000 rpm (Regular)
425 PS (313 kW; 419 hp) at 6,000 rpm (Premium)		 51.4 kg⋅m (504 N⋅m; 372 lbf⋅ft) at 5,000 rpm (Regular)
53.0 kg⋅m (520 N⋅m; 383 lbf⋅ft) at 5,000 rpm (Premium)		 5.7s (RWD)

Second generation (RS4; 2021)[]

Second generation
Overview
Production2022 (to commence)
AssemblySouth Korea: Ulsan
Powertrain
Engine3.5 L Smartstream G3.5 T-GDI V6
Transmission8-speed A8TR1 automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase3,180 mm (125.2 in)
3,370 mm (132.7 in) (LWB)
Length5,275 mm (207.7 in)
5,465 mm (215.2 in) (LWB)
Width1,930 mm (76.0 in)
Height1,490 mm (58.7 in)
Curb weight2,025–2,175 kg (4,464–4,795 lb)

The exterior design was unveiled on November 30, 2021.[12][13] Genesis' family look, a two-line lamp was applied. The cube-shaped projection light incorporates a white light, a daytime driving light, and a direction indicator light. Two rows of rear lamps are also long on the back. Genesis G90 will be released in two models: a general model and a long-wheelbase model.[14][15]

Further down the line, Genesis revealed that the 2023 G90 will be available in two guises, a standard and long wheelbase variants with the latter gaining an additional 190 mm over the standard car.[16] Power comes from a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 with 380 PS and 530 Nm in the base car. The long-wheelbase model is further supported by a 48-volt mild hybrid system for additional power. All-wheel drive is standard on the long-wheelbase model.

The interior features a next-generation infotainment system in which clusters and navigation are connected by panoramic displays, and an operating system of a center console using glass and aluminum materials. The electronic shift control system generates haptic vibration at the first and repetitive operation of the reverse gear.

Sales[]

As of November 2015, a day after pre-order began, pre-orders of EQ900 in South Korea reached 4,342 units. As December 2015, pre-orders of G90 exceeded 10,000 units.[17]

Year South Korea[18] U.S.[19] Canada[19]
2016 23,275 782 38
2017 5,015 4,398 92
2018 9,709 2,136 81
2019 17,542 2,239 82
2020 10,009 2,072 59

References[]

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  6. ^ "Hyundai Press Conference | 2016 NAIAS Live". Autoblog. Archived from the original on 2021-02-07. Retrieved 2021-02-26.
  7. ^ "Genesis Brand Launches its First Model, G90". Archived from the original on 2016-07-29. Retrieved 2017-01-30.
  8. ^ "GENESIS ANNOUNCES PRICING FOR ITS G90 LUXURY FLAGSHIP SEDAN". Archived from the original on 2017-03-02. Retrieved 2017-01-30.
  9. ^ "2017 Genesis G90 signals Equus' evolution". Autoblog. Archived from the original on 2019-07-08. Retrieved 2021-02-26.
  10. ^ Reyes, Alvin (2019-11-28). "2020 Genesis G90: It's a Whole Lot of Car". Automoblog. Archived from the original on 2019-12-11. Retrieved 2019-12-11.
  11. ^ "Hyundai's Genesis G90 stretches out back home in Korea". Autoblog. Archived from the original on 2020-08-04. Retrieved 2021-02-26.
  12. ^ "2022 Genesis G90 Debuts As Stunning Sedan With Optional Long Wheelbase". motor1.com. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
  13. ^ "2023 Genesis G90 Revealed Looking Like a True Flagship Sedan". caranddriver.com. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
  14. ^ "2023 Genesis G90 Revealed Looking Like a True Flagship Sedan". 《Car and Driver》. Retrieved November 30, 2021.
  15. ^ "New Genesis G90 revealed as striking luxury flagship". 《Auto Express》. Retrieved November 30, 2021.
  16. ^ https://paultan.org/2021/12/14/2022-genesis-g90-interior-and-specifications-of-new-luxury-sedan-revealed/
  17. ^ "'EQ900' 사전계약 물량 1만대 돌파". n.news.naver.com.
  18. ^ "Sales Performance | IR Activities | IR | Company | Company - Hyundai Worldwide". hyundai motor company, hyundai worldwide, ir, activities, sales performance. Archived from the original on 2020-11-12. Retrieved 2020-10-04.
  19. ^ a b Sales, Timothy Cain·Genesis. "Genesis G90 Sales Figures". GCBC. Archived from the original on 2020-12-04. Retrieved 2021-03-05.

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