DecodedCars2026 Genesis G90
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan
- Engines
- 3.5L 6-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline, Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 21 combined · 18 city / 26 hwy
- Length
- 207.9 in
- Curb weight
- 4,859 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 21 MPG combined, 19% below the 2026 large car average of 25.9 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 8 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Genesis G90 is a large car offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 208 inches long and 59 inches wide on a 125-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,859 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 26 highway), 19% worse than the 2026 large car average of 25.9 MPG, for an estimated $3,900 a year in fuel.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 G90 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 G90 →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan | 207.9 in | 58.7 in | 76 in | 125.2 in | 64.6 / 64.6 in | 4,859 lb | 51/49 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G90 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | -19% | $3,900 | 426 |
| G90 MHEV Hybrid | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 20 | -23% | $4,100 | 441 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Genesis G90.
Similar 2026 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Genesis G90 (this car) | 21 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 BMW 5 Series | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 BMW 7 Series | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus LS | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Porsche Panamera | 21 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Lexus ES | 46 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Audi A8 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (2)
Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage · Apr 6, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V218000 · 294,448 vehicles
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6, 2023-2026 Genesis G90, 2024-2026 Hyundai Santa Fe, and Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid vehicles. The driver and passenger seat belt anchors may detach.
- Risk
- A detached seat belt anchor will not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and reinforce or replace the seat belt anchors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning May 29, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 and Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 298 and 032G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov April 8, 2026.
Forward Collision Avoidance › Sensing System › Radar · Dec 1, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V833000 · 483 vehicles
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Genesis G90 vehicles. The Highway Drive Assist (HDA) corner radar may falsely detect another vehicle, which can result in sudden, unintended braking while driving.
- Risk
- Sudden, unintended braking increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Owners are advised not to use the Highway Drive Assist feature until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will replace the front bumper beam, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2026. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's number for this recall is 030G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 3, 2025.
Not every 2026 Genesis G90 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2026 Genesis G90 in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Other G90 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 G90 | 21 | 207.9 in | Not rated | 4 | 2 |
| 2024 G90 | 21 | 207.9 in | Not rated | 4 | 3 |
| 2023 G90 | 21 | 207.9 in | Not rated | 6 | 5 |
| 2022 G90 | 20 | 205.1 in | Not rated | 2 | 4 |
| 2021 G90 | 20 | 205.1 in | Not rated | 1 | 5 |
| 2020 G90 | 20 | 205.5 in | Not rated | 1 | 3 |
| 2019 G90 | 20 | 205.5 in | Not rated | 2 | 6 |
| 2018 G90 | 20 | 205.5 in | Not rated | 4 | 16 |
| 2017 G90 | 20 | 205.5 in | Not rated | 3 | 26 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Genesis. How we calculate this →