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Genesis G90/EQ900 G90 II 3.5 T-GDi V6 (380 Hp) AWD Automatic 5 Seat
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Genesis G90/EQ900:
The Genesis G90 is a full-size car manufactured since 2015 by the South Korean company Genesis, the luxury division of Hyundai Motor Company. It is the flagship model of the Genesis lineup. A four-door sedan, the G90 is the successor of the Hyundai Equus and was known as the Genesis EQ900 in South Korea from 2015 to 2019.
The G90 is the first flagship sedan introduced by the Genesis brand. The first generation was released in December 2015, and it went on sale in North America, Russia, and the Middle East in the second half of 2016. It began development in 2012, and was developed over a period of four years, with approximately 1,200 dedicated researchers working on the design and mass production stages. In November 2018, the facelifted EQ900 went on sale in the Korean market, and from this model onwards, it was also sold in Korea under the name G90....(Read more on Wikipedia)
G90 II Overview:
Genesis G90/EQ900 (G90 II). With 530 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2100 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.5 T-GDi V6 (380 Hp) AWD Automatic 5 Seat Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers robust and refined power delivery, ensuring effortless acceleration and confident highway cruising, well-suited for a luxury sedan of this size.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is typical for a large, powerful AWD luxury sedan, providing reasonable efficiency for its class but not class-leading.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and serene cabin ambiance
- • Powerful and refined 3.5 T-GDi V6 engine
- • Luxurious interior with premium materials and advanced technology
- • Distinctive and elegant exterior design
- • Comprehensive suite of advanced safety and driver-assist features
Cons:
- • Fuel economy is typical for its class, not outstanding
- • Brand prestige still building compared to established German rivals
- • Large dimensions can be challenging in tight urban environments
- • Limited Euro NCAP safety data available for this specific generation
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(G90L I (facelift 2018): 2018 - December, 2021).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Genesis |
| Model: | G90/EQ900 |
| Generation: | G90 II |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 T-GDi V6 (380 Hp) AWD Automatic 5 Seat |
| Start of production: | December, 2021 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 380 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 109.5 Hp/l [220mm less] |
| Torque: | 530 Nm @ 1300-4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Smartstream / G6DS More details about the engine Smartstream / G6DS |
| Engine displacement: | 3470 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7 l |
| Coolant: | 9.84 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.5-13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.7-9.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.7-12 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.5 kg/Hp, 181.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.9 kg/Nm, 253.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2090-2110 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 73 l |
| Size: | |
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| Length: | 5275 mm [220mm less] |
| Width: | 1930 mm [15mm more] |
| Height: | 1490 mm [15mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3180 mm [270mm less] |
| Front track: | 1650-1655 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1660-1682 mm |
| Front overhang: | 850 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1245 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels permanently, and the front wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Wheel rims size | 19; 20 |
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