Hyundai Genesis Window Sticker

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Monroney · NHTSA & EPA · 2009–2016 · Updated Oct 30, 2026 · 4.5 ★★★★★★★★★★ Reliability Score
Quick answer

The 2016 Hyundai Genesis window sticker reads 18 to 22 mpg combined depending on the engine: 22 for the 3.8L 6-cyl and 18 for the 5L 8-cyl. NHTSA gives the 2016 Genesis 5 stars overall, and a used 2016 asks about $11,925 today.

The Hyundai Genesis window sticker — build, options & years

The Hyundai Genesis ran from 2009–2016 across 2 generations (2009–2014, 2015–2016).

Powertrain on the label
3.8L 6-cyl, 5L 8-cyl
EPA fuel economy
18–22 mpg combined (2016)
Warranty as sold
5 years / 60,000 miles basic
Powertrain warranty
10 years / 100,000 miles
Generations
2 (2009–2016)

For year-by-year recalls, MPG and safety, see the full Hyundai Genesis VIN decoder.

What the Hyundai Genesis sticker says about fuel

EPA figures for the 2016 Genesis, averaged across its 2 versions:

FIG.01·Hyundai Genesis — EPA Fuel Economy on the Window Sticker
01
Citystop-start driving17 mpg
02
Highwaysteady cruising26 mpg
03
Combinedthe headline figure on the label20 mpg
TOP 3·UNIT EPA mpg·SOURCE EPA fuel-economy database

The label also prints an estimated $3,575 a year in fuel at 15,000 miles, and 436 g/mi of CO₂. In its EPA class (Subcompact Cars, 2016) the best Genesis version ranks #25 of 35 on combined MPG (the class best is 39 mpg).

How the Genesis's sticker figure changed

Combined MPG by model year, 2009 to 2016:

FIG.02·Hyundai Genesis — EPA Combined MPG by Model Year
200920102011201220132014201520162020212121202020
RANGE 20 → 20·SOURCE EPA · 2009–2016

Combined went from 20 mpg in 2009 to 20 in 2016; the best year on file is 2011 at 21 mpg.

Safety ratings printed on the label

NHTSA results for the 2016 Genesis:

FIG.03·Hyundai Genesis — NHTSA Safety Ratings
01
Overall★★★★★5★
02
Frontal crash★★★★★5★
03
Side crash★★★★★5★
04
Rollover★★★★★5★
TOP 4·UNIT NHTSA stars (out of 5)·SOURCE NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

Against other models: safest cars ranking.

The Genesis sticker against its rivals

On combined MPG the Genesis trails all 1: its most efficient 2016 version reads 22 mpg, the Buick Cascada 24.

FIG.04·Hyundai Genesis window sticker vs rivals
ModelEPA yearBest combinedNHTSA overall
Hyundai Genesis201622 mpg5★
Buick Cascada201924 mpg5★
ROWS 2·SOURCE EPA fueleconomy.gov · NHTSA

What a used Genesis sells for now

Median asking price by model year, from 75 live US listings:

FIG.05·Hyundai Genesis — Market Price by Model Year
Model yearMedian asking priceSample
2016$11,9259 listings
2015$9,99522 listings
2013$4,80010 listings
2012$6,00019 listings
2009$4,50015 listings
ROWS 5·SOURCE ForCar market data

A 2016 Genesis asks a median $11,925 today, a 2009 about $4,500. Full breakdown on the Hyundai Genesis value page.

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ForCar Reliability Score
Hyundai Genesis · 8 model years
Safety (NHTSA)5.0
Recall record3.9
Complaint severity4.1

Recalls, MPG and safety year by year: Hyundai Genesis VIN decoder.

Genesis window sticker — every model year

ForCar has built 12 Genesis window stickers from VINs so far, opened 14 times. The most requested model years are 2015, 2013 and 2012.

Any Genesis from 2009–2016: the VIN carries the model year, so there is no year to pick. Other Hyundai models: Hyundai window stickers.

Other Hyundai window stickers

FIG.06·Other Hyundai window stickers
ModelYears coveredClassBest EPA figure
Hyundai Santa Fe2001–2026Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD36 mpg
Hyundai Palisade2020–2026Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD34 mpg
Hyundai Elantra1992–2026Midsize Cars54 mpg
Hyundai Tucson2005–2026Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD50 mpg
Hyundai Sonata1989–2026Large Cars52 mpg
Hyundai Kona2018–2026Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD120 mpg
ROWS 6·SOURCE ForCar catalog · EPA fueleconomy.gov

Where to find the VIN on a Hyundai Genesis

  1. WindshieldLower-left corner, driver's side, readable from outside without opening anything.
  2. Door jambOn the driver's door frame of every Genesis, next to the tire-pressure and build-date plate.
  3. DocumentsRegistration, title and insurance card — on a Hyundai Genesis all three must show the same number.

Window sticker — frequently asked

What MPG does the Hyundai Genesis window sticker show?

The 2016 label shows up to 22 mpg combined, #25 of 35 in its EPA class (Subcompact Cars). EPA puts the fuel bill at about $3,575 a year.

What safety rating is on the Hyundai Genesis sticker?

5 stars overall from NHTSA for the 2016 model, by test: frontal crash 5, side crash 5, rollover 5.

Does the Genesis sticker show better MPG than the Buick Cascada?

No: the most efficient 2016 Genesis reads 22 mpg combined, the 2019 Buick Cascada 24.

Which Hyundai Genesis years do people look up most?

2015, with 6 of the 12 Genesis window stickers built on ForCar, followed by 2013 and 2012.

What is a used Hyundai Genesis worth now?

A 2016 asks a median $11,925 and a 2009 about $4,500, across 75 live listings. More on the Hyundai Genesis value page.

Window-sticker data rebuilt from NHTSA vPIC (equipment), EPA fueleconomy.gov (MPG) and NHTSA safety ratings. Monroney label per the Automobile Information Disclosure Act. Last updated Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.
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