The 2012 Hyundai Equus represents the pinnacle of Hyundai's luxury aspirations for the model year. It carries a 5.0-liter Tau V8 engine delivering 429 horsepower, mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission with a rear-wheel drive setup. This full-size luxury car has two trims: the Signature and the Ultimate. Standout features include a convenient Driver Information System (DIS) with navigation displayed on a large 9.2-inch screen. Safety equipment comprises of nine airbags, lane departure warning system, smart cruise control, and electronic stability control. Notable tech and infotainment features include a Lexicon 7.1 Discrete surround-sound audio system, Hyundai's Blue Link telematics system along with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. One major change for 2012 was the introduction of the Tau 5.0 V8 engine replacing the older 4.6-liter V8.