2022 Genesis G90 Ultimate 5.0: Is This Better Than Lexus And Mercedes?

[@kelsyschoenhaar8717]

I have a 2018… and people think it’s a Bentley. Who am I to correct them? Seriously… it’s a really nice car.

[@patrickwenning4431]

Hyundai actually hired Bentley designers for the newer Genesis’ so in a way it kind of is a bentley, just… a lot cheaper

[@iSOBigD]

I often got that even for the 2012 Genesis sedan. It's never a bad thing when people assume you paid a lot more for your car than you really did. 🙂

[@olimih2074]

Is this car reliabile?

[@iSOBigD]

@@olimih2074 I have a 2017 G90 Ultimate and it has zero issues. Very solid, quiet, smooth, great sound system and materials...just did basic oil changes, air filters, and I'm using dedicated winter tires so not much tire wear, brakes are still good...Honestly both my Genesis have been very low maintenance. The only real things on my 2012 were I replaced rear suspension struts, the ABS Pump had issues at one point (soft brake pedal so I replaced it) and I had to replace door lock actuators, but I might have caused the issue when adding soundproofing materials to the door. Other than that, it had all optional features and none of the electronics stopped working after 9 years. It also ran great and never died on me or anything after 140k km and just regular basic maintenance following the Hyundai recommended maintenance plan. (Pretty much just oil changes and air filter changes for the first 150-200k km). They're extremely low maintenance and cheap to maintain compared to similar vehicles from other brands.

[@olimih2074]

@@iSOBigD thank you so much and take care of you und your family. German cars are lot of time just peace of shit. Im write this from Berlin. Bye

[@alvinsteward3529]

I purchased a 2021 G90 Ultimate, this is the best car I have owned having also purchased Mercedes and BMW. This is my fourth Genesis and they just keep getting better. Well worth the money. I am more than pleased with my purchase.

[@ARTinDECAY]

You sound like a spokesperson

[@lindywheeler4192]

Great to hear! But, how is your service for this vehicle? Have you had any service problems. Would love to know your experience.

[@Marzoxix]

The inside looks really fancy and great looking. Genesis has been doing great with their designs.

[@MrPaige222]

The old equus was much bigger in the rear section. Far more space and more luxurious. Too bad.

[@jason8139]

Then you have an $80,000 car you have to take to the Hyundai dealer for service. That is the big issue with Genesis. Luxury car far from luxury dealer experience.

[@tonyd9312]

@@jason8139 That's just a typical outdated rhetoric of a badge snob. Every single Luxury dealership share their service bays/dept. with their non-luxury brands. You may go across the street or on the lot next door for their luxury brand but their service bays are in the back were both brands are serviced. You just pay more for your parts.

[@jason8139]

@@tonyd9312 you are ignorant sir. I own a G80 and deal with the garbage service at both Hyundai dealers. By far the worst service experience, that includes the Nissan, Chevy and Honda dealers I have had vehicles serviced at in the past years. Hyundai is by far the worst. Ignorant comments aimed at a "badge snob" who owns and loves his G80 but not getting that G80 serviced.

[@tonyd9312]

@@jason8139 That's YOUR personal experience with dealers in your area. That does not make it the same experience for everyone else. Also, the fact the dealerships use their same service bays between their luxury and none luxury brands.

[@ComfortablyNumbBIYD33]

I’ve already bought one it’s just not in my garage yet 😉 Believe and ye shall receive. Very majestic curb appeal.

[@bliglum]

Genesis reminds me of Lexus in the early 90's.. Hungry and ambitious!

[@cortezmiller1899]

Well that might tell us something.

[@iSOBigD]

That's right, and somehow their new SUVs are also much nicer than anything Lexus has despite being around for much longer. I'm hoping their SUVs sell well so they can keep making G90s and hopefully a coupe one day.

[@bliglum]

@@iSOBigD Agreed. Most of the Lexus SUV's look a bit dopey and try-hard with all those origami lines.... The Genesis Suv's look MUCH better. Clean, and very handsome.

[@alh06]

@@bliglum I would say Genesis also overdoes some of their designs in an attempt not to overcopy Bentley

[@alh06]

@MELLOW Exactly, they struggle to avoid its apparently lack in creativity

[@buddydodd9719]

I personally would buy this over any German automobiles .

[@aboodalhussni8933]

But not over Lexus.

[@mrt2734]

Exactly, I own a Genesis G90 5.0 Htrac Ultimate, I would not buy a Mercedes or BMW, Audi, only other car would be a Lexus with the V8 of Course. Reliability is a 10! That naturally aspirated 420HP V8 sounds magnificent! It's not a AMG or BMW M Car, just like lexus isn't either. But 300k or 400k miles later this car is still on the road and Lexus as well. AMG or BMW M will be in the graveyard for most of them. Only way you are keeping those cars on the road if you are a DIY person or know a specialist, the dealership will literally cost you to refinance your home to get those AMG and BMW M vehicles to that mileage.

[@casanova6283]

@@mrt2734 Well done sir. I don't like german and british cars, they are actually overpriced plastic garbages with good design and agressive marketing, and it gives them great sales.

[@ryansmithc]

@@aboodalhussni8933 Genesis is definitely better than Lexus. As reliable and better designer.

[@thenewcapital8084]

@@ryansmithc That’s true

[@rkfarmranch8214]

My first time watching a video of yours …A+ I like how you get to the point quickly on every aspect of the vehicle, it’s very much appreciated you don’t waste time and you cover all the things that a potential buyer would be interested to know. Also very nice how you compare this vehicle to others such as the Lexus. Really appreciate how are you don’t spend time on small talk that doesn’t relate to the vehicle, and you stick to the stuff that is important about the vehicle thank you very much.

[@speedruncentralmontage]

Looks fantastic, and power is not bad, but the engine cover looks amazing.

[@DeltaEcho303]

Very nice. It's not often you see an AWD luxury sedan with staggered tire widths.

[@wilsonreyes7258]

What a beauty v8 is the way to go here🔥🔥🔥 great as always Ben

[@robertdriessen9978]

I had a Hyundai Equus and the Genesis G90 took the place of that. They are very nice vehicles. I would love to have one when I can afford it.

[@camarobossman]

Great review Ben thanks this car is awesome especially the outside design and the fact that the V8 sound that good I'm sold

[@brotherscro]

I wish they would return the Genesis Coupe but with this engine or just put it in G70/G80 again with better exhaust (maybe supercharger/turbo !?) paired with a manual transmission That would be amazing

[@allenmovies]

I can't wait until the updated version of this comes out! The only thing this is missing is a bigger digital instrument cluster, the larger infotainment from the G80, and a pano roof!

[@tutigseg]

And the soft closing doors

[@LilRick96]

@@tutigseg it has soft closing doors

[@jaib1817]

Yeah I soo agree but excellent review I must say! 👍🏾

[@henrylopezjr20]

Spot on

[@ernestvickers6079]

Not bad! Makes me want to buy one!

[@lincolntwncar]

Beautiful, only dong is that gauge cluster. Looks exactly like a 2019 Kia Sorento. And the turn signals/wiper should have been nicer

[@Thenevisian]

i dont care what anyone says, im 40 yrs old and would rock the hell outta this car.

[@ktownzfynest1]

This car is GORGEOUS!! I want one but I have a young son and he would NOT be allowed in it🤣

[@jason8139]

If only they had dealers. I absolutely love my G80 but will never but another Genesis again until they build dedicated dealers. I have had terrible service experiences at both Hyundai dealers in my area. They are even subpar compared to the Chevy, Honda and Nissan dealers in the area. They can't touch the Acura, Lexus and Mercedes experiences. You pay a premium for high end luxury but you have to deal with the thrift store for sales and service.

[@duchenebrookes5254]

I agree. I have a 2018 G80 and the dealers are awful when it comes to warranty services.

[@lindywheeler4192]

Thanks! Good to know.

[@joesinegal8167]

Its Definitely A Beautiful Vehicle, But I Wouldn't Say That It's Better Than A Lexus! I Still See Quite A Few 1990 - 2000 Lexus LS400's Running All Over California And Other States. The Longevity Record Of Lexus Vehicle's Is Unmatched In The Luxury Segment. I've Spoken To Several Automotive Engineers In Southern California And The Word On The Street Is That Genesis Has Made An Extreme Amount Of Progress, But They Haven't Reached Lexus Reliability Standards At This Juncture In Automotive Game. Genesis Is On The Right Track And May Very Well Be The Car Company Of The Future!

[@abdullahshakir9573]

Very well said

[@Doriana806]

Kudos on being one of, if not the first reviewer, to review this gorgeous car. Thanks from a prospective buyer.. 😄👍

[@jazzman9469]

Does this 5.0 run on premium or unleaded gasoline? Thank you for the video!!!

[@trudreamer613]

This car WILL BE sitting in My garage in silver in 2022!!

[@Barbie-Bright]

@trudreamer613, yes indeed, claim it

[@josephesposito70]

The most beautiful car no one knows about. They need do a gv90 asap.

[@blindianbarbie2029]

i own a genesis g90 2022 ultimate 5.0 at the age of 19 speaking it to existence and giving myself 3 years

[@marklacy4907]

Great Video! Thanks for the tour!

[@smokeylake6732]

KIA and Hyundai do not have engines and transmissions that last as long as Toyota’s and Honda’s. They are ok for a few years but forget it after the warranty is gone. Only time will tell and most are not on the road after the warranty runs out.

[@devonw9097]

It really is a great looking (reasonable) luxury vehicle

[@phillombardi7978]

Beauty. I have a 2018 G80 & love it.

[@JazzyM510]

I own 2021 g80 I would say g80 have better interiors good looking than g90, I was going for g90 but interior g80 got me. Great video thank you

[@joec.5009]

yeah this is bit dated. it's like 4-5 year old design. but i love both. g80 is sick. finally saw one on the road and it really stands out

[@apgray1398]

Yeah I agree. I don’t know how they sell this. The interior in the G80 is better and more updated.

[@demetriusgreen4174]

Why is the g80 /g90not selling? The 2021 models flopped here in atl

[@JazzyM510]

@@demetriusgreen4174 I think their market strategy is not good , they don't do TV advertising which is really important plus it's totally new model from 2021 so people will learn about this car in couple of years, now I have seem 5-6 g80 in my bay area and around 5 gv80 so this all will take time, but they need really good marketing strategies

[@kelsyschoenhaar8717]

And… no. It’s not a Bentley or a new S Class. But… it’s half the price… and it’s S Korean reliability with an absolutely killer warranty. I can see this running perfectly at 150000… an S Class or a Bentley… welll save your money for repairs. It’s really really comfortable and I’ve had BMWs and Mercs. And the ultimate hauls some serious Butt. 420 HP. The big car moves.

[@ryansmithc]

If you’re not buying a performance car, this is the best mid level luxury car.

[@TrueChoiceServices]

Ben, You are the best car reviewer I have ever heard/seen. This includes Doug Demuro!

[@doakpaul9653]

You are so right! I live in Texas, people don't know how to drive here! P. S. love your videos!

[@michaelfreni5565]

Another great review 👍 I am becoming a BIG fan of this Car. Personally I feel it flies under the radar in the luxury class

[@enerrivers4392]

I'll take it, wrap it up.

[@nestornieves9822]

If this and the S Class were sided by side with no badges everyone would pick this. Too many features for such a good price.

[@ZayPatino]

Lmao yeah right, look up 2022 SClass on youtube.. makes this look like a hoopty.. this shit basic as hell not even close to worth 70K

[@nestornieves9822]

@@ZayPatino what u drive bro?

[@ZayPatino]

@@nestornieves9822 kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3SrpIxmaZdofMU cmon bra.. lol no comparison.. wake up

[@nestornieves9822]

@@ZayPatino u right but the G90 holds its own weight. Got too many features

[@kustu]

@@ZayPatino That's ugly

[@byronbranch4645]

Never heard of you before. But your review is Solid. Will be watching more of these

[@kenmccune8843]

What a beautiful car love the Interior genesis built more awesome car

[@mikefj2004]

Analog gauges at that price point is, in my opinion, totally unacceptable. Other than that, can’t really complain. Great value!

[@asifzardari5177]

I love this car. Ben thanks alot for the great review ❤❤❤

[@bobthebaker2163]

I have a 2019, G90 Ultimate. It replaces a 2001, BMW 740iL. Yes, I keep my cars for a long time. I absolutely love my 2019. The grill, the lights, the ride, the sound. All spectacular. I only have one gripe about my "top shelf" Hyundai. This car blows away my Beemer. Yes, I realize they're years apart in age but the ride matches/surpasses the 2001, 740iL. NOTE: For anyone purchasing a Genesis, please know that they do not update the Electronics/Features. For instance, my 2019 doesn't come with Apple CarPlay. For a 2019 model car, this is horrendous. Unacceptable. But the real crime is that Genesis doesn't even offer a upgrade path. Nada. Nothing. The software that offers features in the updated 2020, G90 aren't available on the 2019. Lane Keep Assist .... no update. Drivers side auto personalized seat adjustment, Nada. Nothing. This is a problem for me. But, that is my only gripe about the car. It's a little superficial but a problem regardless. Go buy one of these machines. We don't need no stinkin badges !!!

[@mikegillespie8683]

Yoooooooo this car is 🔥 one of my favorite cars I can't wait to get one...well a 2018 one

[@lindywheeler4192]

Doesn't matter what year. This is a beautiful automobile.

[@thomasmallory148]

I love the look of this car just wish the interior had more color schemes

[@Yarmox]

Looks good like most new cars. But gotta wait and see how these hold up. Hyundai is no stranger to engine problems in the past. Also see how parts and service prices look for these in the next couple years.

[@andrewjacobson556]

Very nice car!! Makes me wish Lincoln made a 4th Gen town car with the coyote!!

[@brianbfree2328]

What a gorgeous automobile!!

[@honestloyalty6490]

What a gorgeous man 🥰

[@brianbfree2328]

@@honestloyalty6490 thank you!

[@lindywheeler4192]

Yes, this is truly a beautiful car. I saw it at the Auto Show and I was hooked.

[@soxlearning]

This is a very nice car!! I like the Audi but this is a serious replacement car. Love the styling and interior. I look forward to a test drive.

[@slm8025]

had Hyundais since 1991- love them

[@stephens9211]

Nice car but, I will keep my Lexus 2015 LS 600hL

[@helloeveryone906]

Hey Ben Hardy, how this compares to Lexus

[@D02793793]

I have a 2019 Ultimate and I love it

[@serendipity76004]

I've been driving this car for 2 years, it's just fantastic car.

[@boseongkim1014]

Are you from 2024? Has Covid 19 finished?

[@georgelaroche7955]

I'm buying! Can I still get it in red?

[@arod0623]

I like Ben Hardy's review; he keeps it short and on point. Unlike other reviewers with 30-40 plus minute reviews.

[@SpaceZeee]

I'll lease one of these but I'll buy a Lexus LS

[@amitparekh9397]

Do you have to use premium gas for Genesis vehicle?

[@aryehrosenthal2138]

Great review.

[@gw95492]

Great Car V8 sounds awesome, what type of camera were you using to film with?

[@alloysdnb8192]

I see this car almost everyday in our city but only in black. I thought white one would be so hot and was not mistaken!

[@sundownaruddock]

I totally love this Car fam

[@maxsager139]

Excellent videos. I would recommend using more modern sneakers.

[@BenHardyCars]

I’m cheap

[@casanova6283]

It is even better than RR and Bentley, because they are germans is british suits. Japanese and koreans are right now most reliable and most quality cars, without cheap plastic and unreliable electronic like german RR and Bentl.

[@Woody21369]

Love this car.... Wish they would bring back the 2020 rims in Gun metal.

[@bmlove81]

The Genesis G90 does have the 10yr warranty, correct?

[@cortezmiller1899]

Yes

[@mygoodnesshesgood2456]

Can’t wait to get one

[@rawiyahsphere]

Good looking and quality car for the money.

[@andrewjacobson556]

Very sharp, I thought genesis was done making the V8??

[@bobdavis3357]

THIS IS Niiiiiiiiiice! the Car, that is.

[@IQscan51]

This isn't 2022. The 2022 Genesis G90 has a new design that hasn't been released yet.

[@IQscan51]

@MRGRUMPY53 link please

[@58631061]

Next gen coming soon ?

[@wardellward]

I remember the Hyundai Genesis

[@Ricocase]

Is there a convertible?

[@Phil4762]

Does anyone know when Genesis is going to get serious about brick and mortar? I have my 2018 g90 5.0 serviced at a Hyundai dealership here in Tucson, but they will not do “warranty work”. I love my car, but Genesis has done a miserable job tending to the up-front aspects of a luxury brand.

[@milootje007]

I saw one of these driving on the highway tonight, looks real good, the taillights are gorgeous at night.

[@sentientfive10afro85]

my 2010 made me fall in love with with Genesis, this is the only car I will buy off the lot new.

[@Caocao8888]

That ridiculous front grill!

[@demetriusgreen4174]

The g80 and g90 are not moving at all here in atlanta

[@saimamouche7123]

Please one question ben what in the hell the analog gauges does there 😟

[@arthurlersch2547]

does the 2022 Genesis G80/90 have in seat massage yet?

[@medjoolmaker]

is that 101 actual temp or heat index with humidity? thats hot for northern :UTAH!

[@ghost_of_righteousness]

Looks pretty good 🤓

[@artistnyc123]

Isn't the sound fake and pumped in through the speakers?

[@GunnyPhillips]

Thanks for a great concise review. I owned the 2015 Hyundai Genesis before it became the G80. When it was time to upgrade I really wanted to like the 2019 G90 but I think it still lacked Carplay at the time which was a non-starter for me. I waited for the 2020 refresh which took forever to even appear stateside. When it did the wheels were simply hideous so it's nice to see they've finally changed those. I am disappointed to see that they still haven't added a full digital instrument cluster as that should be standard in this segment and is curiously included on some of their lesser models. I believe the G90 and Genesis brand in general are good options for those who like the styling but they're still not quite up to par with Lexus and certainly not Mercedes or BMW.

[@cortezmiller1899]

Genesis may not be where Lexus, Mercedes and BMW. But they ain’t far behind, they pass Acura and damn for sure passed Infiniti.

[@redrock861]

BMW makes hideous cars, what the hell? This Genesis is far far prettier, and will last much longer, costing much less in repairs.

[@GunnyPhillips]

@@redrock861 Well, that's obviously a matter of opinion but I'm not an overall fan of BMW either. I will tell you, my 2015 Hyundai Genesis [before it became the G80] wasn't exactly cheap to repair. The tires alone for that model were nearly $400.00/each.

[@raghurajeshpudi4315]

Will it come to India 🤗

[@robertlikis3386]

Talks too fast... I want a slow methodical overview of the car. Please!

[@brooklynknightss]

Beautiful car!!!

[@t3true-games]

What happened with this one is that the headlights and tail lights are pretty dated. It makes it look old ... but in real life its pretty but the back lights are fugly

[@dwlewis7361]

I like this car and the video, very informative. I'm in the market for a Big sedan. My first and second choices are both out of production, Cadillac CT 6 and Lincoln Continental. Shopping around and this beauty is on my list!

[@stringer-ik1pc]

😂😂😂😂😂 Caddy. Lincoln or Japanese. Zero class. Loser.

[@Goose8202]

Where to put license plate?

[@elliaselliyasa3885]

Still believe that S Class suspensions still numero UNO ... but yeah this is a big leap for Genesis

[@jjayallan]

Needs rear wheel steering

[@yass123]

Which package gives you the digital instrument cluster with the cameras when changing lanes?

[@regalgs51]

All 2020 and beyond G90s come with the cameras. It’s standard and not part of any package.

[@13kingmahdi86]

I loveeeeeeeee g90

[@360milliondollars]

Going to miss the V8 in this come 2023 G90 but the trade off suppose to be better gas mileage... LOL

[@Flamindaemon89]

This is a beautiful car, full stop. I would proudly drive this car anywhere and enjoy every second of it. I love Mercedes-Benz, i love Lexus, I love these too, they are worthy competitors to ANY Luxury car. Delightful automobiles!

[@wrzl1675]

Uyuni Salt Flats lake in Bolivia. Pronounced oo-too-née

[@christhornycroft3686]

I like that it understands what a luxury car is. The rest of the market is having an identity crisis. Mercedes and BMW have a motorsport division. Why are they making sporty S-class sedans? That makes no sense. Cadillac is doing the same thing. And from the sounds of it, the car I had 10 years ago and loved, the Chrysler 300, is being phased out and on the way out, they're being sportified as well. I guess everyone can afford a chiropractor on call 24/7. This is the perfect car for the average middle class American. Maybe you can't afford this, but you really can't afford your healthcare, so at least with this, you won't have to pay for expensive back surgery.

[@thlee3]

love the screen recessed into dash. i hate that manufacturers went away from that

[@chinheng1015]

Some how I think it better