Genesis

Genesis

Genesis Motor
🇰🇷 South Korea

Hyundai Motor Group's luxury marque, launched as a standalone brand in 2015. Sells luxury sedans and SUVs, with petrol, hybrid and electric powertrains. Magma is its performance sub-brand, introduced in 2024.

Models
Magma GT
ICE
Announced

The Genesis Magma GT is a concept that previews a future flagship supercar for Hyundai Motor Group, built by the brand's Magma performance sub-brand. A petrol V8 is confirmed but Genesis has released no outputs. Road versions are expected in about two years, alongside a separate GT3 racer.

About

Genesis is the luxury marque of Hyundai Motor Group. It began as the Hyundai Genesis sedan and was spun off into a standalone premium brand in 2015, headquartered in Seoul. The line-up spans luxury sedans (the G70, G80 and G90) and SUVs (the GV60, GV70 and GV80), with petrol, hybrid and battery-electric powertrains.

In 2024 Genesis launched Magma, a performance sub-brand positioned against Audi Sport, BMW M and Mercedes-AMG. Its halo project is the Magma GT, a concept that previews a future flagship supercar, shown alongside a GT3 racing concept.

Genesis stepped up to endurance racing in 2026, entering the Hypercar class at the 24 Hours of Le Mans with its GMR-001 prototype - the brand’s first works campaign at the top level of sports-car racing.

Frequently asked questions
Who owns Genesis?
Genesis is owned by Hyundai Motor Company (since 2015).
What country is Genesis from?
Genesis is a South Korean brand, headquartered in Seoul.
When was Genesis founded?
Genesis was founded in 2015.
What kind of cars does Genesis make?
Genesis makes luxury sedans and SUVs, plus Magma performance models.
Who owns Genesis?
Genesis is the luxury marque of Hyundai Motor Group. It launched as a standalone brand in 2015, having previously been a Hyundai model line.
What is Genesis Magma?
Magma is Genesis's performance sub-brand, introduced in 2024. It is the brand's answer to Audi Sport, BMW M and Mercedes-AMG, and tops the range with cars such as the Magma GT concept.
Where are Genesis cars built?
Genesis vehicles are produced in South Korea. The brand sells in markets including South Korea, North America, the Middle East, Europe and China.
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