2017-2019 Genesis G90 Review | Do you need the 2020 G90?

What you should know before buying a 2017-2019 Genesis G90. This review on a 2018 Genesis G90 3.3l V6 will go through what the vehicle is like inside out. The Genesis G90 has many prestigious competition but I believe the Genesis G90 still comes out on top in many ways. Also, would you choose a Genesis G90 3.3 or a Genesis G90 5.0? Let me know down below in the comments.
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[@NomanBassDemon]

Snagged one fresh off a lease. Best car purchase of my life!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I hate to say the word "best" but what do you want me to say. Phenomenal automobile, if you want to see what car I work on next, follow on insta @exhaustsports. You can also become a Patreon member. Thanks again for watching everyone, have a great holidays and a phenomenal 2020.

[@ROAM170]

Dude, the Koreans really are stepping it up. I agree this car is amazing.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Absolutely! And I really enjoyed the previous gen Hyundai Genesis as well

[@Mohankeneh]

I hope this car is affordable on the used market someday for me to buy 😍

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I think it will be my friend these things tank in the used market as no one appreciates them 😂 the old Genesis cars are dirt cheap for sure

[@lakin8r]

Check now!

[@nichopaulu8395]

Yeah, Kevin! I actually agree that this is a phenomenal vehicle. I wasn’t a fan when I saw it at first (I kind of thought that the G90 was a copycat). But then I sat in one at a car show and fell in love. From the first gen Audi Q7-esque front turn signals to the smart looking winged logo, I realized that this was a quality car. The only thing that it lacks to an LS is the electronic seat belt height adjusters. I guess it’s just the little things. Anyway, Merry Christmas and a happy New Year!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Haha super happy you went to an auto show and got to experience this vehicle for yourself. Oh yea there is still some copycat stuff going on, kinda looks like a distorted Bentley 😂 but thank you again. Merry Christmas to you as well and I hope you and your family have a blessed 2020

[@luxurreview]

I love startups; that’s why I watch your channel and others like PRN-TestDrive, and many more. And that’s why I would buy a Genesis over a Lexus. As an entrepreneur, I don’t want any business to fail, and purchasing a Genesis is the only way to show them support!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

So humbled by that, thank you Jake. And yes, we share the same mindset, I originally leased a Genesis G80 to not only show support but to also show the world that it is one of the best cars out period. This G90 is no exception. Unfortunately these cars are wanted by no one due to having zero brand cachet. But the quality can't be denied. Thanks so much my friend for stopping by!

[@mercedesbenzs600bash]

Yeah I'm gonna definetly check this car out,probably the 2017 G90,price seems to definetly be right,real good review my man...

[@alright272]

So I got a 2018 Genesis G90 5.0 ultimate in July with about 32k miles on it. Now, the car has 37k miles on it. Can concur with you, the build quality is rock solid. Not a single creak or rattle. Lexus fanboys and haters will never admit that, they will only look at the bad of this car because it's a "hyundai" and hyundais suck.

[@nu2rcoffroad]

Lol, I literally am swapping my 13 LS460L for 19 G90 Ultimate, Im pretty happy with the switch.

[@leerhall1998]

Probably one of your best review videos so far. Great job

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thank you my friend I really appreciate that!

[@lucashuang10]

It’s insane you can grab a used G90 now for $30k at 30k miles. So much car for the money.

[@jojo9514]

I picked up a 2019 Genesis G90 in Adriatic blue with beige interior. I have added a larger turbo recently. It will snap your neck.

[@castronautmusic]

Which turbo?

[@turnne]

@Jo Jo By doing so you likely voided your warranty

[@1995RangeRover]

Where is the ❤ button?! Great review for a sweet auto bro! Been loving the looks of Genesis since the film Inception!😎

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Haha thanks so much my friend and yea I like the Genesis branded cars look a lot as well. Thank you again for stopping by!

[@MrCarguy2]

It's official This is the Mercedes W140 of the 2010s It's just that great

[@jonathang6522]

Same thing I've been thinking. Great minds think alike. ☺

[@bcatz454]

Uhhh, I think thats the overstatement of the year. Coming from an Equus owner and W140 owner.

[@turnne]

@@bcatz454 I completely agree with you. I owned a 140 years ago and own an Equus now. I have driven a few of these G90's and it is not anywhere close to a Mercedes W140

[@oliverclyneraman7934]

All the comments being good and well for the G90, but the real question is what about the reliability? How much will it cost to maintain? Parts and service? etc. Please tell us about these important day to day issues too. Thank you Kevin.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yes buy CPO and lease to never worry about reliability again

[@msticks3672]

I have had my 2017 G90 5.0 AWD since May of 2017. I love the car. I have had lots of cars much to my wife's chagrin (43 at last count) and this is the best I have ever owned. I've had Infinitis, Audis, and BMWs plus a lot of Chryslers and Pontiacs (don't laugh that was a long time ago!). Anyway I had a 2015 Genesis which morphed into the G80 and loved that car until the G90 came out. I would heartily recommend the 5.0 V8. Anyway to make a long story short I am trading my 2017 G90 in on a new 2020 G90 also with the V8. Until someone comes out with a better car for the money I'm sticking with Genesis. Just to show that I'm not some old fuddy dutty my other car is a Hyundai Kona Ironman special edition!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Haha that is awesome my friend man I am jealous that new G90 Is a beast! Enjoy!

[@mercedesbenzs600bash]

Yeah I gotta start supporting Hyundai,I've should've done it years ago,that is definitely a car that I'm going to check out,for the price,it's like a no brainier,hey were never to old to learn and become much smarter as far as finance....

[@msticks3672]

@@mercedesbenzs600bash I liked my 2017 so much I traded it in on a 2020 Genesis G90 5.0 AWD. Same song, newer lyrics! It even better than the 2017 was. I will say that, for the hell of it I drove a Audi A8 (101,000) and a "Base" S-Class (97,000) and it was a no brainer.

[@mercedesbenzs600bash]

@@msticks3672 Yeah your definetly SOLD,lol,driving your G90 was it a big difference from driving the AUDI and the S CLASS????

[@msticks3672]

@@mercedesbenzs600bash Actually no. The G90 rode as well as the A8 and the S-Class. Power felt better in the G90. Seat comfort was so close I couldn't tell the difference. I test drove the Audi and the Merc on streets and highway and if I blindfolded you I don't think you could tell which car you were in!

[@justmy2cents_]

Could you do a review on the 2018 Kia K900,i found this vehicle to be very interesting & interior to be top notch!

[@StevenPenny]

I wonder if the V8 in these are any better nowadays. The V8's in the Equus seemed to consume a TON of oil, I am impressed with the G80 and 90, I just wonder about the engine longevity, especially the V8.

[@bryancheron6902]

I had an Equus for three years (and drove it ~65,000 miles), and the only real problem I had with it was the air suspension. That was its only Achilles heel.

[@StevenPenny]

@@bryancheron6902 I live around the Hyundai plant so I had tons of them around me, I don’t think they sold as well as they were hoping. That’s the main reason I know about the oil issues and it’s online as well. Really pretty cars though.

[@mrt2734]

Awesome review, I own a 2017 G90 5.0 Htrac Ultimate, reliability is awesome interior is gorgeous and exterior. They have a 2020 Model named the Stardust, but I think it was only created for South Korean Market. Only if they would've imported it to America. Only other car I would consider would be a Lexus LS with a V8 or maybe a Porsche Panamera, but my First choice always in Large sedans will be a Genesis, it's my first choice for me Always.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Massive congrats my friend the G90 is epic and you got the exact spec I would get, V8 with AWD

[@smoothoperator7023]

How many miles do u have on yours? Reliability is def. what i'm looking for. I just bought a '18 5.0 Htrac & was wondering how the AWD system is. The quiet of the interior puts me to sleep sometimes....

[@mrt2734]

@@smoothoperator7023 Right now it's 65,000 Miles on the Odometer, I plan on taking this car up to 400,000 miles or more. The Htrac system is awesome, in the rain and snow. The drive modes on these G90, are Smart, Eco, Individual, Sport. I usually leave mines in smart mode the car will adjust on its own to your driving habits. Sport mode makes the car feel more rear wheel drive. As you know Eco is to preserve gas, Individual you can change the characteristics of your driving through the 7 inch display screen in front of the steering wheel.

[@mrt2734]

@@MeynMotorGroup Thank you Sir, keep up the awesome videos. How do you like your LC500 ?, that might be my next vehicle. The Lexus LC500, or the Camaro ZL1.

[@bernardnoel9717]

Best car ever!!! Period

[@RobertoVelazquez91]

I think when im done with my hyundai im upgrading to a G80. My dad has had one for a while and ive driven it alot, and its awesome and used ones are going for 20k. Cant get better quality for the same money.

[@ravipeiris4388]

Thank you Kevin. Personally, I don't prefer the air suspension...please refer back to the LS 460 (2007-2009) which had those expensive repair issues. Yikes!

[@benbrauer943]

Good review. Giving the Genesis the respect it deserves. Very thorough. Love the humorous commentary. How do you come up with this stuff. Ha ha. Peasant blockers. Ha ha.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Haha snagged that term from the straight pipes but yes G90 unbelievable car for sure!

[@aceofspades6667]

Do you still think the 2019 g90 5.0 ultimate rwd still holds up as a highway cruiser on the used market? Would you feel comfortable driving the rwd I’m the snow on winter tires ?

[@Kauffman578]

How reliable is this car compared to a toyota?

[@MultiJay10]

As long as the trunk is sizable enough for bodies.

[@wahoowa1770]

Lol you can fit at least three bodies in there. Or in my case I can fit three hockey bags with room to spare.

[@turnne]

These are a great deal 3 years old...less than half of original sticker and most would have plenty of factory warranty left

[@michaelgrant5258]

I wouldn't mind a G90 to play my K-pop in while driving through Korea town.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Lol 😂 the Korean trifecta

[@disracenboi336]

The first gen genesis got Hyundai’s foot in the door The 2nd gen Hyundai equus proved they can hang with the big dogs for much less. This generation G90 proved the genesis brand was to be feared and respected but there were still naysayers. The 2020 genesis G90 shut *everyone* the fuck up and is competitively being compared with the best of the best as an equal. Crazy how fast brand perception can change in such a short amount of time.

[@andrewjacobson556]

Imagine if the Lincoln Towncar was still in the game with a refresh powered by a Coyote or Vodoo motor??

[@williamliu8440]

Hi Kevin, I really love your reviews and watch a lot of them. I am recently looking for the next sedan, and I narrow down the list to 2018 G80 3.3T and 2018 G90 5.0L. Now they are selling at about the same price (G90 have 20K more mileage). Just want some recommendation from you, which one is a better deal? and what's the difference between the two in terms of driving and riding?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea I noticed the G80s and G90s are about the same price man those G90s got hit hard. Even tho the G90 is technically the better car, I just don't need all that space and I just like drivinh the G80 far more handling characteristics are superioe in the G80 with the lotus tuned double wishbone suspension. But you're looking at a sport with the Twin Turbo V6. Its a good motor and has excellent thrust, that of a V8 but you will not get the sound of a V8. So if that sound is important perhaps look at a V8 G80. Also price check on Cargurus to see if you're getting a good deal and see if it's CPO if not buy a warranty

[@williamliu8440]

@@MeynMotorGroup Thank you so much!! I have 2 more questions.. Do you know why the genesis are much heavier than other cars in the same class? and How is the cost of maintenance for g90 different from g80 and lexus es350 and gs350?

[@jojo9514]

These cars are collectible. ONLY 2000 G90 CARS SOLD IN USA. prior to 2018 there were even less sold. The spec to have is the Adriatic Blue with Beige interior. Add larger turbos and this car really moves.

[@DeanaTerry]

What color is this car?

[@mohdyahya1]

Bro! I love your reviewa and you are one of the best car reviewers who is on point... BTW do you suggest this g90 over an s class? I love the s class but my friends keep saying the value of s class goes down very quickly and if something goes wrong it's extremely expensive to repair, I have genesis g80 2015 and I love it, do you think it's worth the upgrade from g80? I'd highly appreciate your reply... I've asked you a question 2 years ago and bought a g80 after you replied and suggested me.. Thanks and love you

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thanks! And even tho the S class is a better car, G90 is truly not far off. I don't know how the prices work in your area but in the United states you can get a V8 G90 AWD with under 40k miles for less than $40,000. The Value is unbelievable and with how the warranties work here it is a no brainer. G80 is pretty epic it remains one of my most favorite sedans especially with the V8. The G80 will handle better than the G90 but the G90 will be far quieter, more comfortable, and solid feeling inside. It's up to you if you want to have a flagship luxury car experience, it might be worth upgrading to the G90 but the G80 is still epic.

[@mohdyahya1]

@@MeynMotorGroup Thank you so much, I highly appreciate your quick response, I’m trying to sell g80 and once it’s sold I’ll definitely go for g90… Thanks again ☺️

[@theodoreyoung8777]

Thanx bro 👍🏾✌🏾

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thanks again for watching!

[@benjaminsmith2287]

It just needs a more distinctive look, inside and out. Judging by the new g80, it'll get it on the redo. They've fiddled with it to give it a nicer front and rear end, but the interior isn't much different. I hate brand snobs. I see them on my FB whenever this car is advertised. They need to realize that Hyundai can compete with the best German and Japanese cars at this point.

[@asalucas]

Good review

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thanks for stopping by my friend!

[@swanblake]

The 3.3L TT engine is still made for the new G90 as well as a option

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yes! Still gotta do the V8 tho haha

[@swanblake]

@@MeynMotorGroup oh no disagreement there

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@swanblake Yea but it's good that they have options

[@timw2083]

I love what this car is.... and does!!! The G80 V8 is more of my personality now. I have a Stinger GT1 and Challenger Hellcat so a G90 is years away. Badge snobs won't appreciate this. The rear features are ridiculous

[@timw2083]

And I live near Washington DC

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Damn brother you got some sick rides haha. Yea I still prefer a G80 V8 for sure but this was one of the highest quality vehicles I have tested. Thanks again for your continued support!

[@shanebanich1498]

Ya my daily is a gt500 and I have challenger 170 for the track or gtr for fun!?!? Rich people 😢

[@NinjaPickups]

How does this compare to LS?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Honestly, the LS is nowhere near as solid as this car. Again like I mentioned, there is no such thing as a "bad" car in this segment but this feels like a notch above

[@NinjaPickups]

Thx Kevin

[@MeynMotorGroup]

No worries thanks again for your support

[@michaelgrant5258]

Quantum logic surround & clari-fi are in almost all higher end cars with a Harman Kardon (Samsung Electronics) audio system. The system wattage number is a marketing gimmick, like peak horsepower output on a engine. For instance, I have a 13 speaker surround system at home that uses less than 50w total. clari-fi is another gimmick, how can restore something that isn't there to begin with? Quantum logic surround is a pseudo surround sound effect that try's to emulate true surround sound content from 2 channel stereo.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

1000% facts 😂 it’s all bull sh!t but people love to hear stuff like “1000 watts” and yea there is no way you can restore sound. All I care about is how it sounds. You should start a channel like you said documenting noise in cars and sound systems

[@michaelgrant5258]

@@MeynMotorGroup I'll have to figure out a recording rig that takes advantage & show cases what the listening actually hears. I'd need something like this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHabqoGBdtRpj5I I don't wanna have to spend 8k lol kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZ_Yh52ej8SAjdU

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea legitimate audio equipment costs so much money. Same goes for video equipment I guess but you kinda need this stuff if you want to do things professionally

[@michaelgrant5258]

@@MeynMotorGroup I can get away with a $200 set of dummy head with ears probably .I would just need to run it off an ipad or laptop via usb.

[@jojo9514]

I bot mine brand new with 3 years free service and Valet pick up. 72K out the door including tax and etc. I will never sel it.

[@lascelleswilson2259]

They have ac problems that genesis corporate is not trying to address,if u CK guys on the genesis fourm

[@shawnlee664]

Great review. If you are looking for topics to do videos on, you maybe interested in this. Hyundai is working with rimac to make $3 million electric hypercar. You may want to look into.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Lol I have never heard of this

[@shawnlee664]

@@MeynMotorGroup only few know so ones who make the video early, gets the most views. Start googling.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Lol alrighty then haha I’ll look into it

[@shawnlee664]

@@MeynMotorGroup I found this webpage titled "Hyundai says electric sports car developed with rimac will be 'game changer'". Can't put the url, too long, but if you search for the title, you will find it. Website is: Europe.Autonews.com

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thanks but I just saw it yea they invested like 90 mil into rimac and they might make some performance cars. Yea this was like 6-7 months ago lol but nobody covers it cuz everyone hates Hyundai Kia I might make a vid about it haha but I’m not a fan of these all electric cars been wanting to make a video expressing that so may do it in this one thanks for bringing it to my attention my friend

[@StephenClarkSAC]

Can you run the 3.3T on 87 octane gas?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

No I think it requires premium

[@StephenClarkSAC]

@@MeynMotorGroup I looked up the owners manual for the 2020 G90 online: "Your new vehicle is designed to use only unleaded fuel having an octane number ((R+M)/2) of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. For improved vehicle performance, premium unleaded fuel with an octane number ((R+M)/2) of 91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher is recommended." This appears to apply for both the V8 5.0 & V6 3.3T.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea they say regular is fine but for the longevity of these direct injected turbo motors, premium is def what I would put into it. Getting a Costco membership helps they have the cheapest gas

[@StephenClarkSAC]

@@MeynMotorGroup so it seems like the 5.0 is the one to get and slum it at 407hp on 87 pump gas. Do you like the new all blue interior?

[@theodoreyoung8777]

How’s your LS 460 treating u bro? Good I hope my 2006 LS 430 is pretty good to me so far

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Haha so I was going to make a video about this well I was going to make a vid talking about the LC 500 because I tried to buy one 😂 didn’t really pan out too well. I made the mistake of not getting a warranty with my LS as I believe a brake actuator was going out on my LS and that was like 3 grand! Otherwise I was in love with that car. I’m currently leasing a BMW 440i which I may or may not make vids with but I considered getting your LS430 actually because that still to this day is the smoothest engine I have experienced. The 2013-2017 LS460s are still to expensive but I haven’t given up on the LC

[@theodoreyoung8777]

Exhaust Sports Auto Thanx for the quick reply yupp as u always say get that warranty I made sure to get it on my 430 anyway bro whatever makes u happy is what always counts I still want to get a S class but won’t do that until I finish college first in case I want to keep the Mercedes lol 👍🏾

[@theodoreyoung8777]

Exhaust Sports Auto and yes the LS is so smooth to the fact sometimes I don’t know if I’m going fast when I do I think that’s one of the main reasons I want a Mercedes because their engines are built on power and speed and of course the looks of a German Mercedes car lol other than that the LS 430 is a great smooth fast enough car

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Hey man that is awesome. You will def get that S class especially after you finish college. Maybe I’ll be the one to buy your LS from haha. Thank you again for being an incredible supporter of the channel. I hope you have a great holidays and phenomenal 2020!

[@devongee1776]

@@MeynMotorGroup yeah I want this "I tried to buy an LC 500...." video

[@Zonksmobile]

How Smooth Is The Genesis G90 Exhaust Sports Auto??? 🤔🤔🤔

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Smoother than Butter 🧈 baby 🍼

[@Zonksmobile]

Exhaust Sports Auto The Smoothest Car I Have Ever Been In Is The 2019 Audi A8L. 😁😁😁

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I just drove a 2014 Audi A7....with 95k miles 😂 but I loved that thing. Yea Audi’s are smooth as hell I mean every big body car is smooth as silk. Did you buy that car?

[@Zonksmobile]

Exhaust Sports Auto No, We Test Drove It For Interest To See If It Was Good Enough To Buy At Some Point In The Future. 😁😁😁

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@Zonksmobile Well you should probably lease that haha I've heard the new A8 is pretty epic. Audis have a distinct feel from the competitors that I enjoy. Let me know if you pull the trigger!

[@bryancheron6902]

“Do you need the 2020 G90?”

[@Djlavishofficial]

Anyone did a muffler delete on these????

[@wahoowa1770]

I did a muffler delete on my 2017 G90 5.0L. I recently posted a video of it. Sounds unreal.

[@jojo9514]

If you like driving then get the Premium Spec

[@reddstool1023]

My favorite thing about the G90 is the way it drives. Come to find out the suspension was designed and influenced by BMW.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I would say this G90 drives and feels superior to the 2020 740i I drove

[@michaelgrant5258]

Notice me senpai!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Noticed 😂

[@jimhamilton3544]

Like your reviews but please Quit cursing and using G D etc… totally I unnessary to constantly curse to make a point

[@Excalabur50]

So fucking Jelly we don't get the G90 here in Shitsville..........................

[@devongee1776]

What the fuck is that rear plate location LOLOL

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Lol it’s a magnet haha