2018 Genesis G90 Review - Not Quite an S Class
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- Опубліковано 14 тра 2018
- We go for a drive in the 2018 Genesis G90.
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I bought a 2018 G90 (V8) and have driven it more than 4K miles . I am 100% satisfied. Great built quality, fit and finish. Very comfortable. 27MPG on the freeway. ZERO complaints.
How the hell do you get above rated MPG? My Tau engine car drinks oil even on the highway.
How’s the G90 held up in terms of MPG? I do all highway driving, 40 miles a day. Curious if you’re still going 27 strong
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@@TheStraightPipes Except the comment about the 3.3TT not belonging in the G90 was incorrect, and they made the obvious error of saying "not quite an S class" without properly qualifying the comment by also stating that it is "not quite an S class price, either". You get 95% of an S class of this vintage for roughly 60% of the price when equally equipped. This made it the bargain of the century in the full size lux car segment - and the obvious choice for anyone who was budget conscious or just wanted to get the most bang for the buck - regardless how thick their wallet is.
Jakub is obviously spoiled by the S-Class. Yuri loves the fact that it's something he can possibly afford. :-)
I Finn exactly 🤣🤣🤣
Just being irrational grinch
Why pay 155k for a s-class or 135 for a 7 series when you pay 80k for a g90 and get 90% of the same thing? Plus the Genesis warranty is better
@HeavyDutyTraining sounds like a good reason to me.
It’s still not the same doesn’t even offer true luxury quality as an s class
I think this depreciates a lot faster than both the 7 series and the s-class
Despite the fact that it's more reliable than both of them. Sad.
@@name4379 Actually S class and 7 series depreciate crazy fast, nobody that is rich will buy an used 7 series or S class, nobody that isn't rich can pay 100k for a car, so the big German cars will cost a third of the price of a new car in 3 years, actually losing far more money than genesis.
These cars are seriously underrated in my opinion
thecarexpert21 You can say that again. You get a hell of a lot for your money and the g80 and g90 won (again) the most reliable cars by consumer report. Which is crazy because the brand isn’t even 5 years old.
thecarexpert21 yes like insanely underrated. All they need is more performance like M or AMG. I think that they can bring in younger people that way and really bring excitement to genesis. I currently own a 2013 Hyundai Gensis R spec with the 5.0 and I bought it used with 42k on it and it's been dead reliable and able to keep up with mustang's.
thecarexpert21 Sam samdenroi
Yep, because of badge.
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Don't judge genesis before being 5 to 10 year old. The german manufacturer have proven their superiority by high quality and quite cabins even after being used for several years.
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Difference is these guys do it way better than a lot of the more established reviewers.
Evan J I watch these guys, Autogefühl and savagegeese
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My response, I agree. Nevertheless they did make at least one mistake in the review in saying there is one color scheme in the lighting of the car when in fact there are 7 which has 4 different levels of brightness. (which Yuri corrected in a different thread later on) and also for some reason the car they used for the review seems to be inferior to the car I have.
I will God willing post here what I posted elsewhere in a thread I started....
I would just like to point out that while it appears that Yuri and Jacob were driving the 5.0 rather than the premium their version doesn't appear to have the entertainment system in the back like the 5.0 has. (not sure why) Note the review at 3 minutes and 30 seconds which confirms this. Thus when they say there isn't enough features in the back part of the car at about 4 minutes and 30 seconds into the review, one should keep in mind that if they have the 5.0 there is a better entertainment system which comes with the car.
I would also point out that they must of had a somewhat defective G90 used for this video because I don't have the squeaking issues in my G90 they complained about 11 minutes into the review. I actually duplicated squeezing the rear view mirror and clicking the manual shifts as they did and my car has absolutely no squeaking.
Yuri is such a realist! Genesis is pure value for money and understated for what it is.. and we love it’s reliability rather than the affliction of an S class
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Thanks!
This car is an incredibly interesting value proposition in a segment where people seem to love being charged tons of money seemingly just to brag about how much they paid.
Man you guys make great reviews... Waay too underrated channel.
Don't ever stop the visor test it keeps you guys unique! Great review guys :)
One of the reasons I really like your reviews is that you go over how it feels to actually use the different things inside the cabin of the car. Like the heated seat controls, that's something you would notice when driving the car every day, but no other car reviewers ever mention stuff like that. You focus a lot on what normal people would use in a car, not just 0-60 numbers, how it handles on the track etc. Car reviews for normal people!
Having two reviewers at at once automatically makes this review so much more useful.
I like how Yuri unabashedly loves Genesis. Thank you!
Never stop the visor tests! I do them in people’s cars now 😅😅😅😅
Is this enough car for this class? Good value?
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No way...sitting in the G90 it looks nice at first glance but if you look at the details everything just seems to be a cheaper and crappier copy of something else. You guys noticed the creaking plastic bits but if you run your hands over the laser cut speaker grilles you'll also notice that they're noticeably sharp and unrefined compared to the grilles in a Mercedes or even a Lincoln. If you're gonna spend this kind of money you might as well get something that feels like everything in the car had a lot of thought and work put into it which this just doesn't have. The LS would be my pick if you want a more affordable car in this class, the interior very clearly shows the quality better. You'll have to pay more to load it up but I think it's worth it.
TheStraightPipes If you're a company that provides cars to your high level employees then I guess you do like this car.
I would choose a base Lexus LS or Lincoln Continental Black Label over this if I wanted a comfortable luxury cruiser for a similar price. Genesis is nice, just not nice enough yet. 🤷♂️
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2:34 love the audio review! very complete, in-depth, and concise!
"its very luxury send" i love that description i know exactly how that feels
You guys are very honest, and always a fun video to watch.
Always a good day seeing Straight Pipes, Donut, and I know that Doug video is coming later today too.
I read that comment about the audio system. Thanks for taking the input that matters to me.
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TheStraightPipes keep up the work guys. I'm hooked I feel like you guys do reviews everyone wants to hear not just a car enthusiast. BTW my wife does the visor test without knowing it. I had to tell her it's a real thing. Good excuse for more straight pipe goodness.
You guys and Carwow are my favs. Excellent time riding along with you!
Jacob's expression when deploying the peasant blockers ROFL :D. Excellent review lads! Top marks!
Great review!
I like how the rear peasant-blocker retracted when you put the car in reverse, then automatically redeployed when you shifted into drive.
Yep, nice touch
My favorite is the G70, it looks so good and looks more sporty, really under rated!
Never stop the visor test!
The Quattro badge is awesome, it’s a word not random letters and numbers and the badge is stylish and simple.
That intro edit and music is on point 👌
I enjoy driving a Hyundai, I never get anything but compliments from anyone that rides in my car, the heated rear seats are always a crowd pleaser lol.
After watching tons of car reviews I made having apple car play and android auto a requirement when purchasing my new car... In 2017 I picked up an Elantra limited with the tech package and after nearly a year of driving it as my DD I can say this... I don't even use Android auto! The navigation works so well with the google search and it shows the lanes to depart, the speed limit and so much more than google maps there is no reason to plug in my phone! I use Bluetooth exclusively. The adaptive cruise and lane keep assist work so well the car practically drives itself. I'm older so I will be getting a Genesis next time. Probably the G70. Hyundai has really impressed me with the reliability and features for the price.
This infotainment has a touch screen in free text mode. It works very well. Makes typing much faster, especially navigation inputs. For everything else I prefer dial button. Otherwise I like your reviews a lot. Fresh and funny approach makes me watch your almost every review. Thank you
Wait what!? Free text mode?
Excellent review Guys! Very well executed. Thanks so much.
I wouldn't want this to be an S class. Because then it wouldn't be reliable, would likely have costly electronic problems, and I would have to deal with the snooty rude ass people at the dealerships to fix those problems. Happy Genesis owner here :-)
I love you guys you make great videos
I own a 2018 G90 with the 5.0. Mine came with 2 screens and a DVD player in the glove box. I love my car.
You guys are amazing
I love you videos and I truly enjoy and 😂😂😂😂 listening to Yuri talk
Thanks guys keep the video coming
Love these guys videos. I do wish all car reviewers would comment on which luxury cars are "vault like" and which ones are not. I was just shopping for a new luxury sedan and narrowed it down to the S Class and this Genesis after driving everything. Im going with the S Class only because the Genesis interior materials felt a little cheaper and was quite a bit louder in terms of road/tire noise when going down the road. Other than that, I think the Genesis is the smarter buy, but short of a Rolls or Bentley, no sedan is going to beat an S Class in terms of the "vault like" experience.
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Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU for this review. Of all the G90 reviews I've watched (DeMuro and so on), yours is the only one that actually discusses the ride/handling as those of a grand touring car rather than ineffectively and pointlessly comparing it with sports cars. This isn't intended to be a sports car or sporty sedan, so other reviewers' comments on the drive have been kind of unhelpful to me. The Little Old Lady From Pasadena I'm not (you may need to Google that). But you're right - I'm considering this car because I'm an Old Person. :-) I don't drive to the bingo hall though, I clock thousands and thousands of highway miles a year driving to horse shows. So I neeeeeeeeeeed to know about stuff like comfort and highway handling. Your comment about old people finding the tech in this car easier to use than in its comparables was on point. I had noticed that also. I hope you get a chance to do the 2019 Premium (V8) soon. Would love to hear your thoughts on it! And maybe the new Lincoln Continental? Anyway, thanks again, you've earned a subscribe from me. P.S. Thanks for catching the creaks! Nobody else did. They're a bummer.
I want one. Thanks for the review guys. Good job
The last question just nailed it :D
This is such a classy and elegant car! I saw one of these in person a couple weeks ago as one of the administrators at my college had one and it’s a beautiful car. It’s tasteful without being over the top. I feel that they can offer a Mercedes level interior for less then a Mercedes. I feel Mercedes is way overpriced for what they’re offering you. In my opinion
Genesis should just go all out and offer a super lux interior
Dude, you have never sit or ride a Mercedes-Benz...
Alex Landon I’ve been to CarMax a few times and I have sat in multiple Mercedes-Benz cars and while they are very well built, they are just overpriced in my opinion. I also don’t why you have the time to write such a negative comment. I’m sure there’s something more constructive you can be doing with tour life then berating people. You know absolutely nothing about my life and what I have done and I am entitled to my own opinion. :)
Dylan Wells Sitting in one is different than driving it. When you drive it, you will feel the difference in power delivery, ride quality, material quality, and features. ETC...
Keon R. Who cares it’s cheaper with a better warranty. I’ve had a Mercedes and once the warranty is out everything is expensive to fix. I wouldn’t have to worry for 10 years of ownership with a Genesis. It’s Luxurious without being overly expensive due to branding.
If you can afford to spend this much on a car, you should also be able to pay for repairs and maintenance. Luxury comes with a price.
With Smart Mode, it changes color based on what mode it’s in. So, if it’s in Smart Mode and it’s displayed in green, that means you’re in Eco Mode. If you go full send in Smart Mode, it changes to orange, indicating it’s now in Sport Mode.
Nice review. You're fun to listen to. I'd like to hear you guys talk more about fuel economy!
Please never stop with the visor test. E.g. Saab 9.5 had a visor to pull out on the side and a 2nd visor than for the front. I miss my Saab from 2007. The best car I ever had!!!!
Basically the updated Equus. I like!
Hey guys! Awesome video like always! Really like how the channel is turning out ! Wanted to also leave a suggestion/request: would love to see a CTS-V ( 2018s) review from you guys! American Muscle in a sedan, but more refined than a Hellcat!
Thank you guys!
Another great video guys :)
I've driven the fully loaded Ultimate 5.0 RWD Black with Black interior. Amazing car, even had big displays behind the front seats. I'm very familiar with Hyundai/Kia/Genesis vehicles, they all share the exact same parts, just designed differently. Never knew the 90's had Brown interior as in option? Only seen Creme and Black. Non gloss wood trim would've been perfect for this model.
J Silver There is a blue one with "white lace" interior. Aother dealer said there is no 'white' 30 minutes after I stood next to one at another dealer :)
Tom Waznis What!? How is this possible? How can anyone get a different interior color besides Beige and Black? I wonder if other colors are only available in other locations outside of the U.S...would be nice if Hyundai provided a few more interior colors. Ah well.
I was consciously impressed with the intro
You guys should do a review of the Lexus LC 500 and a fully loaded LS 500, would love to see that. Both have the best interior in the class in my opinion. Top notch luxury and tech across the board.
Love my OLD 2015 5.0 Genesis sedan!
Love the end comment about impressing people had yuri speechless
Lets go GENESIS!
Currently on vacation half-way across the world in Asia, and I still wouldn't miss this! :D
The rolling exterior shots in the backroads you guys usually do I could swear look identical to backroads here in midwest Illinois, USA haha
Love your videos
at 15:37 Just visceral cut throat honesty. That was amazing to end on. Shredder.
Also hey Straightpipes who does your music?
I think this was the first Genesis they launched, which means when it's updated at some point it will hopefully get some of the newer interior features and tech from the newer G70 and G80(?)
You need to try the brand new K900 and G90. Much improved and better than ALL OTHER LUXURY CARS (S-Class and LS excluded).
Even if I'm not interested in the car, I'll still watch the video just to listen to the commentary lol great video!
Woot! I shop at the DV Shop, too! Great people!
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More car videos please! You’re guys rock!
Regarding design, Genesis is still trying to establish themselves. Remember back when Lexus used to look like Mercedes-Benzes? Look at them now. Lexus went wild with their designs once they established a strong customer base where they were confident that they’ll keep buying Lexus in any design they’ll come. Genesis is still at a point where they have to appeal to their rivals’ customer base in order to get them to make the initial switch.
They've already become interesting and found a design language. It's in the 2021 G80 and GV80. They're more daring and interesting looking than Audi, Mercedes, or BMW's sedans or crossovers.
yes actually i would love you to talk about the sound systems.. it really does matter to a lot of people including myself! yours truly : Subscriber
Peasant blockers face is hilarious. I kind of wish they would work they're way down to slightly less pricey vehicles.
Great video either way!!!!!!!!
Great video is always guys, I just wanted your opinion on what you guys think about some used genesis G 90’s that are around now with less than 20,000 miles or so on them for about 50 K with the V6? Did you guys drive the 6 too?
Looks much nicer than anything by Toyota or Honda.
Whereas Lexus makes cars that look leagues more refined and stylish than anything by Hyundai or Genesis.
rockn roll what about the LC 500
Action is coming!
Exactly! Lexus and Acura's look to much like Toyota's and Honda's. The Lexus Rc and Lc are the only lexus that looks truly luxury and maybe the Ls460L/Ls500 the rest are just high priced camrys & land cruisers
A OH thanks for not providing any arguments or points and simply getting upset like a small child. Thank you for your contribution.
If I was looking for a car in the full size luxury segment, i would DEFINITELY put this car on the test drive list. I'm a brand snob, but it's impossible to overlook what an amazing job Hyundai/Kia/Genesis (HKG) is doing with with all of their newer cars. Will be trading in my 2016 Maxima for either the Stinger V6 Turbo or Genesis G70 within a year or two..
The new 2020 G90 HOLY CRAP so nice.
Agree. Can't wait to drive it
just coming back 3 years later to tell everyone you can pick one of these up for like $30k now. Insane value
LUXURY SEND!!!!!!! haha awesome review guys!
For the haters saying to stop the visor tests, i say, ignore them. Yes please DO talk more about the Audio systems.
That is a nice interior, wow.
This seems like a fine contender for this class and price range. Genesis is doing some things right it seems. Thumb's up for your review and Yuri... are you on Genesis payroll, homeslice? :-)
ᙅYᙖᙓᖇ ᗪOᙅ™ if I was on the genesis payroll I wouldn’t have been wrong about only 1 ambient light color. Turns out it’s 7. Also I’d spend that money to buy a Plymouth prowler (which I don’t have).
Hey, *Yuri Tereshyn,* I was only busting your chops. Please don't get butthurt. I know you're a fan of the Prowler - you even mentioned it in this video. Just messing with ya. :-)
ᙅYᙖᙓᖇ ᗪOᙅ™ I really want a prowler
*Yuri Yereshyn,* I just want some "normalcy" in my life, whatever that means. Go for it.
I think that the rear design is from hyundai Equus. Which actually came before the 2014 S Class. Although I think other parts are definitely influenced by the S Class. Great review by the way!!
I own a 2018 5 L all-wheel-drive genesis G 90 greatest car I’ve ever owned riders phenomenal people ask all the time who makes it grow from Illinois to the UPC 5 1/2 hours 28.5 miles to the gallon 75 miles an hour great great car top value for the money
Nice video, guys. Thanks.
Hi, I own a G90. First, I love the car. I had a BMW 740 and the G90 is, pound for pound just as nice if not better. Before you purchase a G90, call the service dept and ask for service. Then, ask for a loaner car and/or valet pickup. In the Atlanta area, the 3 dealers I've dealt with, to get oil changes, any type of service, there is no loaner car, no valet and it'll take 1-2 months to get service. So, let's say your car overheats. You'll not be able to drive it or go without your car till service can be done. I've even called the 800 Genesis Connected Service number to complain and see if something could be done. Guess what ... they spoke a good tune just like the dealership but they haven't done ANYTHING. If I wanted to be ignored or make to feel insignificant I could have just stayed with my BMW and their overpriced service dept. Speaking of overpriced, the 5000 mile oil change at the dealership was $180. For an oil change !!!! Again, I might as well go back to BMW. Do the research and know that you've been warned. Happy driving.
Haha you two are brilliant!
Hello from the UK
"How many people did you try to impress with this car? That's what I thought." LOL Yuri got GOT!
themostballershiteva Insecurity, I see...
Front is the new A8, back is previous-gen S class
kerem Because it is designed by VW/Audi/BMW ex-employees.
kerem Do you realize that g90 debuted on December of 2015? When did D5 A8 debuted?? Oh right July of 2017. Hyundai designers copied D5 using time machine. Some people needs to get the facts right
"If you get the 3.3L V6 you're stupid. $3000 price difference, buddy go work and extra day or two" hahahaha love it!!!
From a distance the rear looks like the current gen S class, like when you did the long distance shot after cliche corner
Lol peasant blockers. Awesome videos!
waiting for Lexus LS review, of course the one with Kiriko glass trim and hand pleated cloth option
Madossein Pouria the new LS is the best luxury large car you can buy right now. For its price it's a steal
Toyota4Life I had no doubt about that
I really think this car company nailed my liking for car design for both interior and outside
Those side mirrors are hugeeeeeeeeeeee!!!!
It actually does have multiple ambient light colors for the interior, it’s in the settings menu for the screen that’s between the gauges. (I’ve driven a lot of these cars before.)
Yes Yuri messed that one up. I guess the infotainment wasn't as good as he said it was 😉 - Jakub
TheStraightPipes Haha guess not! Fantastic video as always! Keep up the great work! You guys are my favorite car reviewers on UA-cam.
Nice car!!!
i got the 2015 5.0 ultimate ;) love it!
I'd drive it to the bingo hall. Why did they put the hazard button right above the clock and split up that piece of trim? It just sticks out and looks weird there.
Haha yeah they almost made it a feature by doing that
OMG . I just happened to come across your channel. You two bantering back/forth are hysterical 😂😂. You should take your act on the road 🤓. OK I digress 🙄. Well done guys! Now I need to search and see if you’ve reviewed a Volvo XC60 Inscription Hybrid which is what I’m really looking at besides the Tesla. The Volvo hybrid gets me into the HOV Lane here in Southern California so ....
I just can't justify the price different for all that you get in one of these. Couple that with great reliability, you can have a great car and live stress free about it
the H-TRAC badge(or any badge) for that matter is required by the federal(US) government to differentiate the each different "trim" levels if you would. lets the buyer know what they are getting. Also used to certify the cars in emissions and MPG ratings
I think you guys also might want to consider talking about fuel economy, not just because I know for a fact this car gargles gas but because as a ~potential buyer~ (let's pretend I have money now) that's one of the things I'd consider, environmentally speaking.
berniebenjie 17/24MPG isn't exactly gargling gas.
The creaky paddles made me laugh because my 2013 Kia Optima SX has creaky paddle shifters also.