2018 Genesis G90

Pros: High level of features per dollar; abundant V8 power; supremely comfortable back seat
Cons: Lacks brand prestige of class competitors; only two trim levels and no options

CG Says: The 2018 Genesis G90 now has steering-linked LED headlights and a glovebox-mounted CD/DVD player in all models. 5.0 models gain a rear-seat entertainment system. Hyundai launched its Genesis premium brand for 2017. Just as Acura is the luxury division of Honda and Lexus the upscale brand of Toyota, so Genesis is an upmarket Hyundai product. Genesis G90 was a new design that replaced the Hyundai Equus in 2017 and is the flagship of the Genesis brand. The G90 is a premium large car with two powertrain choices: a twin-turbocharged 3.3-liter V6 or a 5.0-liter V8. Both mate to an eight-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel or all-wheel drive are available with either engine. Standard safety features include automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot alert, lane-keep assist, driver-attention alert, and 360-degree multi-view monitor. There are no options offered on G90, which is well equipped with standard heated/ventilated front seats, tri-zone automatic climate controls, head-up instrument display, rear sunshades, hands-free trunk opener, and power door closure on all models. The topline 5.0 Ultimate model adds power-adjustable, heated/ventilated rear seats. G90 offers the size and luxury of Lexus LS and high-end German rivals at a lower price.