Hyundai Genesis FAQs

• Is the Hyundai Genesis discontinued?

  The Hyundai Genesis was a rear-wheel drive sports coupe that was a part of the South Korean auto-maker's line-up until it was retired in 2016. However, it wasn't the end of the Genesis entirely, with the model separated out into a standalone marque.

• Is Genesis a luxury brand?

  Genesis is a luxury offshoot brand that is a subsidiary of Korean car manufacturer, Hyundai. Established in 2015, Genesis was spun off from the model that once shared its Genesis name under the Hyundai logo. Nonetheless, Genesis is among the more recent auto brands across the globe, and it plays directly into the premium end of the market, much like Toyota does with Lexus.

• Is Genesis owned by Hyundai?

  Genesis Motors is the luxury vehicle division owned by Hyundai Motor Group. The Genesis brand was unveiled as a dedicated auto-maker in November of 2015. Spurring the move was Hyundai's decision to split its higher-spec, upmarket Genesis models from the Hyundai models it pitches to everyday families.