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Hyundai Genesis 2015-2020
Overview
The Hyundai Genesis continued to make waves in the luxury car market from 2015 to 2020, evolving into the G80 after Hyundai launched the Genesis brand as a separate luxury division. This second generation of the Genesis/G80 showcased Hyundai's commitment to competing with established luxury automakers. The G80 featured a bold and distinctive design language, characterized by a large, hexagonal front grille, sleek lines, and premium details that exuded elegance. The interior was luxurious, with high-quality materials, meticulous craftsmanship, and cutting-edge technology, including a large infotainment screen and advanced driver-assistance features.
Underneath the refined exterior, the G80 offered a choice of powerful engines and advanced suspension systems, delivering a balanced blend of performance and comfort. It aimed to provide a true luxury experience, with a serene ride, excellent handling, and a wealth of premium features. The 2015-2020 Hyundai Genesis/G80 solidified Hyundai's position in the luxury car market, showcasing its ability to compete with the world's top luxury brands and setting a high standard for design, technology, and performance in the luxury sedan segment.
Specifications
Hyundai Genesis specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.
Engine 3.8 L 6-Cylinder DOHC
- Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-30
- Oil certification: API
- Drain Plug Torque: 25-33ft-lbs
- Oil capacity: 7.3 quarts
Spark Plug Gap
- 3.8L 6-Cylinder: 0.044”
Engine 5.0 L 8-Cylinder DOHC
- Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-20
- Oil certification: API
- Drain Plug Torque: 25-33ft-lbs
- Oil capacity: 8.5 quarts
Spark Plug Gap
- 5.0L 8-Cylinder: 0.044”
Fuel
- Capacity: 20.34 US gal. (77 l)
Automatic Transmission Fluid
- Type: GS ATF SP-IV-RR, HYUNDAI genuine ATF SP-IV-RR
- Capacity:
- Lambda 3.8: 11.09 US qt. (10.5 l)
- Tau 5.0: 10.46 US qt. (9.9 l)
Front (AWD)/rear differential oil
- Type: Hypoid gear oil API GL-5, SAE 75W/90 (SHELL HD AXLE OIL 75W/90 or equivalent)
- Capacity:
- Front (AWD) : 0.74 US qt. (0.7 l)
- Rear: 1.48 US qt. (1.4 l)
Brake Fluid
- Type: FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
- Capacity: 0.74~0.85 US qt. (0.7~0.8 l)
Coolant
- Type: Mixture of antifreeze and water (Ethylene glycol base coolant for aluminum radiator)
- Capacity:
- Lambda 3.8: 8.88 US qt. (8.4 l)
- Tau 5.0: 12.16 US qt. (11.5 l)
Transfer case oil (AWD)
- Type: SHELL TF0870
- Capacity: 0.65 US qt. (0.62 l)
Powertrain
Engine
- 3.0 L Lambda II GDi V6
- 3.3 L Lambda II GDi V6
- 3.8 L Lambda II GDi V6
- 5.0 L Tau GDi V8
Transmission
- 8-speed A8LR1/A8TR1 automatic
Fuel Consumption

Safety Ratings

Warning Lights & Bulb Sizes
Front Lights
- Daytime Running Light Bulb:
- 9005
- LED
- Front Fog Light Bulb: LED
- Front Turn Signal Light Bulb:
- 2357NA
- LED
- High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb: HID-D1S
- High Beam Headlight Bulb: 9005
- Low Beam Headlight Bulb: H11-55
Rear Lights
- Back Up Light Bulb:
- 921
- LED
- Brake Light Bulb: LED
- Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: LED
- License Plate Light Bulb: LED
- Parking Light Bulb: LED
- Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb: LED
- Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb:
- 1156NA
- LED
- Tail Light Bulb: LED
Interior Lights
- Dome Light Bulb: LED
- Map Light Bulb: LED
- Trunk Light Bulb: LED
- Vanity Mirror Light Bulb: LED
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