Hyundai Genesis Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category
The EPA classifies the 2016 Hyundai Genesis as a Large Cars / Subcompact Cars, a rating based on body style and interior volume.
Latest model year (2016):
The Hyundai Genesis is classified by the EPA as a Large Cars / Subcompact Cars.
Hyundai Genesis Vehicle Class — All Years
| Year | Trim | Vehicle Class | Drive | Fuel Type | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.8 L | Large Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 19 |
| 2016 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.8 L | Large Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2016 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.8 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
| 2016 | Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 5.0 L | Large Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 |
| 2016 | Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.8 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
| 2015 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.8 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
| 2015 | Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.8 L | Large Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2015 | Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.8 L | Large Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 19 |
| 2015 | Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 5.0 L | Large Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 |
| 2015 | Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.8 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Hyundai Genesis Vehicle Class FAQ
What class of vehicle is the Hyundai Genesis?
The EPA classifies the Hyundai Genesis as a Large Cars / Subcompact Cars. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.
Is the Hyundai Genesis considered a small or large vehicle?
Based on its EPA class (Large Cars, Subcompact Cars), the Hyundai Genesis is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.