2016 Hyundai Genesis
2016 Hyundai Genesis — final U.S. catalog year.
Trim: 3.8
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2016 Hyundai Genesis snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2016 Hyundai Genesis typically asks about $9,000 versus a $38,950 starting MSRP when new — roughly 23% retained. The 2016 Hyundai Genesis has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns in our catalog (including Electrical System) and 94 owner complaints. Compare years below for recalls, year-over-year changes, and running-cost estimates before you buy.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$9,000
23% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$38,950
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
3
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
94
Top: Electrical System
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2016 Genesis?
Yes — 3 recall campaigns and 94 owner complaints for the 2016 Hyundai Genesis. Scan the list before you write a check.
Recalls
Electrical System
2024-02-13
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis, 2017-2019 Genesis G80, Genesis G90, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. Water may enter the starter solenoid and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Campaign 24V107000
Service Brakes
2021-03-10
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and short circuit.
Campaign 21V160000
Parking Brake
2017-06-05
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Sonata and Genesis vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the warning light to indicate that the parking brake is applied may intermittently not illuminate in the dash due to corrosion in the switch.
Campaign 17V359000
Owner complaints
94 complaints · 3 crash-related · 4 fire-related · 5 injuries reported. Top components:
- Electrical System25
- Engine12
- Unknown Or Other9
- Power Train8
- Exterior Lighting7
- Service Brakes7
- Steering7
- Structure4
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
Video
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2016 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 HTRAC – Redline: Review
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Photos
How much does a used 2016 Genesis cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $9,000 in typical used asking against a $38,950 starting MSRP — roughly 23% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $38,950
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $9,000
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 23% of MSRP
~$29,950 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2016 Genesis?
The 2016 Hyundai Genesis is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The Hyundai Genesis sedan ended after 2016. This page covers the final model year. The 2016 Hyundai Genesis was the final model year covered in this catalog. The Hyundai Genesis is an executive car manufactured and marketed by Hyundai Motor Company over two generations from 2008 until 2016, before it was renamed the Genesis G80. It is a five-passenger, four-door, rear- or all-wheel-drive sedan.
- 3 NHTSA recalls
- Final U.S. catalog year
- About 182.3 × 73.2 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
Last year as Hyundai Genesis before brand split.
How does the 2016 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 311 hp, 293 lb-ft, 21 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
311 hp
Torque
293 lb-ft
Combined MPG
21 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2016 selected trim (21 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$2,000
5-year energy
$10,000
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 21 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 3.8L V6
- Drivetrain
- RWD / AWD
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 182.3 in
- Width
- 73.2 in
- Height
- 54.7 in
- Wheelbase
- 111.0 in
- Curb weight
- 3589.1 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- Combined MPG
- 21
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | 3.8 | 5.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 311 hp | 420 hp |
| Torque | 293 lb-ft | 383 lb-ft |
| Combined MPG | 21 | 18 |
| Engine | 3.8L V6 | 5.0L V8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD / AWD | RWD / AWD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 311 | 293 | — | 21 | RWD / AWD | |
| 420 | 383 | — | 18 | RWD / AWD |