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Hyundai Genesis vs Volvo S60

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2016 Hyundai Genesis

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2025 Volvo S60

Overview

SpecHyundai Genesis3.8Volvo S60B5 Core
Selected trim3.8B5 Core
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasmild hybrid
Model year20162025

Pricing & market

SpecHyundai Genesis3.8Volvo S60B5 Core
MSRP$38,750 (best)$42,600
Lowest listing price$8,620$5,443 (best)
Median listing price$8,620 (best)$31,300
Highest listing price$8,620 (best)$37,989
For sale now19 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecHyundai Genesis3.8Volvo S60B5 Core
Combined MPG22 MPG30 MPG (best)
City MPG18 MPG27 MPG (best)
Highway MPG29 MPG36 MPG (best)
Fuel tank20.3 gal (best)15.9 gal

Performance

SpecHyundai Genesis3.8Volvo S60B5 Core
Horsepower311 hp (best)247 hp
Torque293 lb-ft (best)258 lb-ft
Engine size3.8 L (best)2 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecHyundai Genesis3.8Volvo S60B5 Core
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume15.3 cu ft (best)11.6 cu ft
Towing capacity2,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,138 lbs3,746 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.3 in5.8 in (best)
Wheelbase118.5 in (best)113.1 in
Length196.5 in (best)188.1 in
Width74.4 in (best)72.8 in
Height58.3 in (best)56.6 in

Safety & recalls

SpecHyundai Genesis3.8Volvo S60B5 Core
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)32 (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimHyundai GenesisVolvo S60
1

3.8

$38,750 MSRP(Currently comparing)

B5 Core

$42,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

3.8

$41,250 MSRP

B5 Core

$44,900 MSRP

3

5

$53,850 MSRP

B5 Plus

$45,400 MSRP

4

B5 Plus

$47,750 MSRP

5

B5 Ultra

$50,300 MSRP

6

B5 Ultra Black Edition

$51,000 MSRP

7

T8 Core

$52,100 MSRP

8

T8 Plus

$54,900 MSRP

9

T8 Ultra

$57,400 MSRP

10

T8 Ultra Black Edition

$58,100 MSRP

Live inventory

Hyundai Genesis vs Volvo S60 FAQ

Which is better: 2016 Hyundai Genesis or 2025 Volvo S60?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 Hyundai Genesis vs 2025 Volvo S60 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2016 Hyundai Genesis or 2025 Volvo S60?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 Hyundai Genesis starts lower at $38,750. Live Hyundai Genesis listings start at $8,620. Live Volvo S60 listings start at $5,443.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 Hyundai Genesis or 2025 Volvo S60?
The 2016 Hyundai Genesis leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (38,750).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 Hyundai Genesis or 2025 Volvo S60?
The 2025 Volvo S60 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (31).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2016 Hyundai Genesis or 2025 Volvo S60?
The 2025 Volvo S60 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (40).
Which has better horsepower: 2016 Hyundai Genesis or 2025 Volvo S60?
The 2025 Volvo S60 leads on horsepower in this comparison (455).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2016 Hyundai Genesis or 2025 Volvo S60?
The 2025 Volvo S60 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2016 Hyundai Genesis vs 2025 Volvo S60?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Hyundai Genesis (5/5 NHTSA overall); Volvo S60 (5/5 NHTSA overall).