The Genesis brand is a luxury vehicle division created and owned by Hyundai Motor Company, a South Korean automaker. Genesis was officially announced as a standalone luxury marque in November 2015, separating it from Hyundai's mainstream lineup to focus exclusively on premium vehicles
. Genesis cars are designed in multiple locations including Rüsselsheim (Germany), Namyang (South Korea), and Irvine (California, USA), but they are primarily produced and manufactured in Ulsan, South Korea
. The brand launched its first independent model, the Genesis G90, in 2017 and has since expanded its lineup to include sedans, SUVs, and electric vehicles
. In summary:
- Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
- Brand: Genesis (luxury division)
- Established as standalone brand: 2015
- Design locations: Germany, South Korea, USA
- Manufacturing location: Ulsan, South Korea
- First model as standalone brand: Genesis G90 (2017)
Genesis aims to compete with established luxury brands like BMW, Mercedes- Benz, and Lexus, offering premium comfort, advanced technology, and sophisticated design