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2013 Hyundai Genesis

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2013 Genesis.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic 8-spd

The 2013 Hyundai Genesis is a passenger car equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission and delivering EPA fuel economy of 18 city and 28 highway mpg, with an oil capacity of 5.5 quarts at 5W-20 or 5W-30 API viscosity. Across the model's complaint history spanning 2008 through 2018, this year's 195 owner complaints and 4 recalls place it squarely in the middle of the range — well below the 2015 peak of 305 complaints but far above the 2008 low of just 1. Engine issues dominate the complaint landscape, which means prospective researchers should pay particular attention to powertrain durability when evaluating this model year.

Model year20162015201420132012201120102009

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-20 / 5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque65-80 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy18/28/22 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 124 · 600 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 124 · 600 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnONOEM · verified
Tire sizeP225-55R17OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Spark plug1885111070
Battery371103M200
Thermostat256153F301
Cabin air filter087903M000A

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 8-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length182.3 in
Overall width73.2 in
Overall height54.3 in
Wheelbase111 in
Curb weight3461 lb
Track (front / rear)64.2 / 63.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)55/45

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined18 / 28 / 22 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume109 cu ft
Cargo volume16 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Genesis of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

5.2–6.3 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.20 sec — 2013 3.8 R-Spec Coupe
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
20133.8 R-Spec Coupe 3.8L V65.20 sec13.80 sec348 hpRWD
20133.8 R-Spec Coupe 3.8L V65.20 sec13.90 sec348 hpRWD
20133.8 Track Coupe 3.8L V65.20 sec13.90 sec348 hpRWD
20132.0T R-Spec Coupe 2.0L Turbo I-45.70 sec14.20 sec274 hpRWD
20132.0T R-Spec Coupe 2.0L Turbo I-45.90 sec14.40 sec274 hpRWD
20132.0T R-Spec Coupe 2.0L Turbo I-46.30 sec14.50 sec274 hpRWD
20125.0 R-Spec Sedan 5.0L V84.80 sec13.30 sec429 hpRWD
20125.0 R-Spec Sedan 5.0L V85.10 sec13.70 sec429 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.5 qt of 5W-20 / 5W-30 API engine oil, 75W-90 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 65-80 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-7-8-4-5-6-3. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidHyundai SP-IV
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity10
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear Oil75W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity3 Pints
Engine Oil5W-20 · 5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity5.5 qt

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs7-9 ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs10-11 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts209-224 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts290-297 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts56 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts79 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts36-40 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts36-40 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts65-80 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub145-203 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Cylinder Firing Order1-2-7-8-4-5-6-3
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)600 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)100 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (Secondary Under Load)600 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (Secondary Under Load)100 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)550 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)100 rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.37-1.48 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.05-4.40 oz
Standard BCI Group Number124
Standard BCI Cranking Performance600 cca
Standard BCI Group Number49

Service checks

Pressure Test14-18 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief14-18 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature179 °F
Pressure Test14-18 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief14-18 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature179 °F
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)69.6-75.4 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)72.0-77.9 psi

Brakes

Torque to Knuckle65-76 ft-lbs / 58-72 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket16-23 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.0004 in / 0.0002 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.0013 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.1 in / 0.79 in / 0.511 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.1 in / 0.79 in / 0.511 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
114 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9014 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
117-19 ft. lbs., Step 2: 95-10017–19 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Do not allow oil on cylinder head bolts. Apply Loctite 5900H or equivalent on the front edge of the cylinder head gasket. Both the upside and the down side. Assembly of the cylinder head must be completed within five minutes of applying the liquid gasket compound.

127.5-30.4 ft. lbs.27.5–30.4 ft. lbs
2118 degrees-122 degrees118 degrees
388 degrees-92 degrees; External head bolts 14.0-17.0 ft. lbs.88 degrees
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Apply a 3.50-4.50 mm bead of Hyundai sealant or equivalent RTV to the front cylinder head corners of the upper and lower head gasket. Assembly of the cylinder head must be completed within five minutes of applying the liquid gasket compound.

1Bolts 1-1024–27 ft. lbs
2Bolts 1-10 88 degrees-92 degrees88 degrees
3Bolts 1-14118 degrees
411-1224.7–26.8 ft. lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
12.9-4.3 ft. lbs., step 2: 19.5-23.1 ft. lbs., step 3: repeat step 2 twice.2.9–4.3 ft. lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
13.6-5.8 ft. lbs., step 2: 14.5-19.53.6–5.8 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs at 105,000 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel Tank (add fluid conditioner) · Fuel Tank Filler Cap (inspect)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Air Conditioning System (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Fuel Evaporative Canister Filter (replace) · Parking Brake System (inspect)
Every 37,500 miDifferential (inspect fluid level) · Fuel Filter (replace)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miEngine Valves (inspect valve lash)
At 105,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 120,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Across this generation, federal complaints show a volatile arc, with notable spikes in 2009 (234) and 2012 (269), followed by a sharp drop in 2014 (23) before peaking again in 2015 (305). The 2013 model year falls on the descending side of the 2012 spike with 195 complaints and 4 recalls, representing an improvement over the prior year but still carrying substantial federal concern compared to the much quieter 2014 model. For the 2013 Genesis specifically, the data points to the Engine and Service Brakes as the primary trouble spots, accounting for 33 engine complaints alongside 21 hydraulic and 18 general service brake complaints, as well as 15 crash and 6 fire complaints; however, the data does not specify the root causes of these failures. Given its position as a moderately problematic year sandwiched between a high-complaint 2012 and a significantly improved 2014, the 2013 Genesis requires caution. A prospective buyer would likely find better reliability and peace of mind by skipping the 2013 in favor of the 2014 model year.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
117
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
195
Owner complaints
15 involved a crash · 6 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 195 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine33
Service Brakes, Hydraulic21
Service Brakes18
Unknown Or Other11
Power Train10
Air Bags6
Power Train,Engine6
Electrical System6

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 117 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
DTN DL2026-04-10Air BagsThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of…
DTN DCS2026-04-10Air BagsThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety…
25-BD-012H TSB2025-11-05Exterior LightingThis bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated…
24-01-009H-12024-05-10Electrical SystemA class settlement against Hyundai Motor America (“HMA”) that had alleged that certain…
24-01-009H-12024-05-09Electrical SystemA class settlement against Hyundai Motor America (“HMA”) that had alleged that certain…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2013 Genesis take?

5.5 qt of 5W-20 OR 5W-30 API SM, per the factory manual.

Does the 2013 Genesis have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Genesis get?

EPA figures are 18 city / 28 highway / 22 combined mpg.