Hyundai Dynasty

The Hyundai Dynasty was a premium executive sedan produced by Hyundai Motor Company. It was first introduced in 1996 and was in production until 2005. The Dynasty featured luxury features and was positioned as a top-level flagship model.

Hyundai Dynasty
Hyundai Dynasty right side
Overview
Manufacturer	Hyundai
Model code	LX
Production	1996–2005 1997–2002 (LWB)
Assembly	Ulsan, South Korea
Body and chassis
Class	Executive car (E)
Body style	4-door sedan
Layout	Longitudinal Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Platform	Hyundai Y3
Related	Hyundai Grandeur
Powertrain
Engine	2.5 L ΣSigma V6 3.0 L ΣSigma V6 3.5 L ΣSigma V6
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,745 mm (108.1 in) 2,900 mm (114.2 in) (LWB)
Length	4,980 mm (196.1 in) 5,135 mm (202.2 in) (LWB)
Width	1,810 mm (71.3 in)
Height	1,445 mm (56.9 in)
Curb weight	1,651–1,713 kg (3,640–3,777 lb)
Chronology
Successor	Hyundai Aslan

History

The Hyundai Dynasty debuted in 1996 as a high-end sedan aimed at the premium market. It was built on the Hyundai Y3 platform, which it shared with the smaller Hyundai Grandeur. To tell the Dynasty apart from the Grandeur, Hyundai used a different logo with the letter "D" on it. The Dynasty was produced in South Korea at Hyundai's Ulsan plant. It offered various engine options, including a 2.5L V6, 3.0L V6, and 3.5L V6 engine. The model was available in both standard and long-wheelbase (LWB) versions.

The Dynasty was positioned as Hyundai’s flagship vehicle upon its introduction but lost its top-tier status after the launch of the Hyundai Equus in 1999. As a result, its sales began to decline.

Features

The Hyundai Dynasty featured a front-wheel-drive layout and was equipped with a range of luxury features, including electronically controlled suspension, dual climate control, and power memory seats for both the front and rear.

The model offered multiple engine options, including a 2.5L, 3.0L, and 3.5L Sigma V6 engines, with the 3.5L engine producing up to 225 PS (165 kW) at 5500 rpm. Transmission options included a 5-speed manual and a 4-speed automatic.

Markets

The Hyundai Dynasty was sold exclusively in South Korea during its entire production in Ulsan.

Discontinuation

Production of the Hyundai Dynasty ended in 2005, after which the Hyundai Aslan, a more modern model, took over the segment once occupied by the Dynasty. The Dynasty was succeeded by the Hyundai Aslan, which was marketed as the brand’s new premium sedan. The introduction of the rear-drive Hyundai Genesis also further diminished the Dynasty’s market position.