For modern luxury that exceeds even the wildest expectations, choose the 2021 Genesis G90. In addition to its immense style and substance, this full-size luxury sedan offers the lowest price in the segment.
What’s new for 2021?
- Rear Comfort driving mode improves cruise for rear-seat passengers
- New genuine leather trim for door panels
- Over-the-air updates for infotainment system
- New design for 19-inch wheels
G90 Exterior Features
Big and bold, the 2021 G90 is a full-size luxury sedan with plenty of old-school panache. A brand new grille and 19-inch wheels are eye-catching additions. And every G90 comes standard with a sunroof, giving this roomy sedan an even more pronounced sense of space.
Standard:
- 19-inch alloy wheels
- Soft-close doors
- Power-folding heated mirrors
- Power trunk lid
- Sunroof
- Adaptive suspension dampers
Exterior colors:
- Himalayan Gray
- Porto Red
- Gold Coast Silver
- Vik Black
- Adriatic Blue
- Savile Silver
- Uyuni White
G90 Interior Features
Inside, Genesis’s full-size luxury sedan is trimmed in rich materials, including wood, suede, and Nappa leather. Just as you’d expect from a full-size sedan of this caliber, both rows are very accommodating, with generous head- and legroom and soft, body-conforming seats. Standard features, such as tri-zone automatic climate control and heated seats (front and rear), help create the perfect interior atmosphere.
Standard:
- Tri-zone automatic climate control
- Rear-seat power sunshades
- Leather upholstery
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated rear seats
Optional:
- Power-adjustable and ventilated rear seats
Power and Performance
Even with its standard twin-turbo V6, the G90 exceeds expectations with its quick, daring performance. The eight-speed automatic transmission sends power to the rear wheels, adding to the G90’s knack for adventure. Upgrade to the 5.0-liter V8 engine for an even bolder performance.
All-wheel drive is an option for either G90 engine. This performance gear means even more on-road fun, with stickier performance around curves. It also means extra safety on wet or snowy pavement, because the system automatically senses slippage and powers the front wheels for increased traction.
Standard:
- 3.3L twin-turbo V6 engine (365 hp, 376 lb.-ft.)
- Eight-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC (paddle shifters, oil cooler, intelligent drive mode with smart shift, and Shift By Wire)
- Rear-wheel drive
Optional:
- 5.0L V8 engine (420 hp, 383 lb.-ft.)
- All-wheel drive
Fuel Economy
The G90 is mainly focused on speed and a smooth performance, but it does manage to achieve reasonable EPA ratings. Figures vary according to which engine you select and whether or not your G90 includes all-wheel drive.
- 3.3L V6 AWD: 20 mpg combined (17 city/24 highway mpg)
- 3.3L V6 RWD: 19 mpg (17/24 mpg)
- 5.0L V8 RWD: 19 mpg (16/24 mpg)
- 5.0L V8 AWD: 18 mpg (16/23 mpg)
G90 Tech Features
The new G90 is also home to all the latest in-car infotainment gear. And guess what? Most of it is standard equipment. You do need to upgrade to the Ultimate trim to enjoy the rear-seat entertainment system. However, both G90 trim levels keep you comfortably connected with an infotainment system that includes a 12.3-inch touch screen, complete smartphone integration (via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto), navigation, and a wireless charging pad. This year, the G90 includes the capacity for over-the-air updates, so there’s no need to return to the dealership for the latest infotainment technology.
Standard:
- 12.3-inch touch-screen infotainment interface
- Android Auto/Apple CarPlay smartphone integration
- Navigation
- Wireless smartphone charging pad
- 17-speaker Lexicon stereo system
- Heads-up display
- Surround-view monitor
- Remote access and monitoring via smartphone app
Optional:
- Rear-seat entertainment system with dual 10-3-inch displays
Safety and Security
The G90 comes standard with just about every imaginable driver safety aid. There’s no need to pay extra for features like lane-keeping assist or automatic emergency braking, because this luxury sedan comes fully loaded.
In addition to the usual collection of safety aids, the G90 also includes a drowsy driver monitor system, which can tell when your attention is wandering and advises you to pull over and rest. The safe exit monitor detects objects moving toward an opening door and alerts you accordingly.
Standard:
- Forward and reverse collision warning with automatic emergency braking
- Lane-departure warning
- Lane-keeping assist with speed adjustment through corners and curves
- Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert
- Drowsy driver monitoring system
- Safe exit monitor for passengers
- Adaptive cruise control
- Front and rear parking sensors
2021 Genesis G90 Trim Models
3.3T Premium RWD
The entry-level G90 trim model is very handsomely equipped indeed. Not only does it offer you the lowest price in the entire full-size luxury sedan segment, but it also comes fully loaded with everything from Nappa leather seats to a sunroof to a power-operated trunk lid. And the Premium also makes a statement, with 19-inch wheels and chrome exterior trim.
- 3.3L twin-turbo V6 engine
- Eight-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC (paddle shifters, oil cooler, intelligent drive mode with smart shift, and Shift By Wire)
- Adaptive suspension dampers
- 19-inch alloy wheels
- Chrome exterior trim
- Heated leather steering wheel with Auto Tilt-Away
- Nappa leather seating surfaces
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
- Power trunk lid
- Sunroof
- Front and rear parking sensors
5.0 Ultimate RWD
For more in premium performance, check out the 5.0 Ultimate. As the name suggests, this trim model comes standard with the 5.0-liter V8 engine, which upgrades your daily drive with 420 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque.
This G90 also adds a little more luxury. The backseats are both heated and power-adjustable, creating extra comfort for the whole family. The Ultimate also includes a rear-seat entertainment system, the perfect treat for road-tripping families.
- 5.0L V8 engine (420 hp, 383 lb.-ft.)
- Eight-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC (paddle shifters, oil cooler, intelligent drive mode with smart shift, and Shift By Wire)
- Power-adjustable and ventilated rear seats
- Rear entertainment system with dual 10.3-inch displays
3.3T Premium AWD
This model adds sporty all-wheel drive to the Premium’s list of standard features. The G90’s all-wheel drive system detects slippage and automatically sends power to the front wheels whenever necessary.
- Full-time all-wheel drive
5.0 Ultimate AWD
The G90 5.0 AWD adds to the 5.0 RWD features list with traction-boosting all-wheel drive.
- Full-time all-wheel drive
What’s Next for the G90?
The first-generation G90 first hit the streets for the 2017 model year. And it received a significant refresh for 2020, including safety aid and infotainment upgrades, improved cabin materials, and a new exterior design. One year later, the 2021 G90 only sees a few updates to help it shine in a competitive segment. Since it seems we’re only about halfway through the first generation of G90s, we’ve got a few model years left to go before we get a newly redesigned model.
Genesis Warranty Coverage
Besides offering every imaginable luxury, the 2021 Genesis G90 was also built to last. But, since you never know what might go wrong, each one of these stylish full-size sedans comes standard with impressive warranty coverage:
- 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty
- 5-year/60,000-mile basic limited warranty
- 3-year/36,000-mile complimentary maintenance