-Sn!PeR- Posted May 26, 2020 Posted May 26, 2020 Pros All-new styling Retains rear-drive bias All-wheel drive available Full suite of driver assists Cons No V8 offered 4-cylinder replaces base V6 No hybrid alternative What’s New this Year? All-new sheet metal New interior design Camera-based adaptive suspension People Also Ask Is the 2021 Genesis G80 a good luxury car? While Genesis is relatively new to the scene and doesn’t have the brand cachet of more established European makes, it does have a proven track record of delivering solid products. The G80 offers technology and comfort on par with its rivals at a low cost. Throw in a longer warranty and you have a compelling case for adding the G80 to your shopping list. What makes the 2021 Genesis G80 unique in its class? The Genesis G80 checks all the boxes of cars in this class by offering a choice of rear- or all-wheel drive and a full suite of driver assists. The 2021 G80 has much more dramatic styling than the understated model it replaces. Also, there are leading-edge technologies, like camera-based adaptive suspension that will give the G80 an edge in its class. Does the Genesis G80 offer good resale value? Thanks to its class-leading warranty of 5 years/60,000 miles bumper-to-bumper and 10 years/100,000 miles on its powertrain, the Genesis G80 performs well in holding its value. Where is the 2021 Genesis G80 built? The Genesis G80 is imported from South Korea, where it’s built at a plant in Ulsan by the division’s parent company, Hyundai. Overview Genesis is an upstart among luxury brands having launched as a separate division from Hyundai in the past three years. Its beginnings are analogous to Lexus, which was created three decades ago by Toyota. The G80, formerly known as the Hyundai Genesis, has established itself as a 5-passenger luxury sedan by offering plenty of features, good build quality and value. Renamed the G80, it’s been an anchor in the lineup and continues in that critical role through its first complete overhaul since the division’s start. The new model embodies the bold styling introduced on the facelift of the G90 and in the debut of the GV80 SUV. In addition to giving it an all-new look, Genesis says the all-new platform will also provide the same driving thrills we’ve come to expect from the G70. Beneath that sheet metal is a rear-drive-biased platform that offers available all-wheel drive. Perhaps the biggest change is the elimination of the 420-horsepower V8 as an option. Also, the previous normally aspirated 3.8-liter V6 base-engine has given way to a 2.5-liter turbocharged inline-4. The step-up engine is a new 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6. It replaces the 3.3-liter twin-turbo V6 that previously slotted between the base V6 and the V8. Genesis has both technology and value on offer here in the 2021 G80. In addition to all the latest safety and driver assists, this midsize sedan is also equipped with the latest in infotainment and connectivity. Base prices start below $50,000, which is a relative bargain among its rivals like the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, BMW 5 Series, and Audi A6. In addition to its class-leading warranty, Genesis also offers a wide range of concierge services and 3-years’ complimentary maintenance as part of the ownership experience. Favorite Features CAMERA-BASED ADAPTIVE SUSPENSION This available feature uses a camera to read to the road surface ahead and adjusts the suspension in real-time to provide both a comfortable ride and precise handling. REMOTE PARK ASSIST Using your key fob outside the vehicle, you can remotely move the G80 forward or backward to position it in tight parking spaces. The car is also equipped with a self-parking feature that will parallel or perpendicular park the vehicle with the driver behind the wheel. 2021 Genesis G80 Interior With its minimalist interior design, the new Genesis G80 promises a sense of serenity. That clean look extends to the 2-spoke steering wheel that has minimal switchgear. Other controls on the dash are also grouped on the lower half allowing for an uncluttered upper surface. The only major element is a prominent 14.5-inch infotainment screen controlled by a console-mounted dial that incorporates a handwriting-recognition surface. The G80 also employs a second large console-mounted dial as the gear selector. In front of the driver is an available 12.3-inch instrument display that includes a 3D appearance for the gauges. The luxuriously appointed interior includes heated/ventilated seats, front and rear. Active bolsters in the front seats use air bladders to provide varying levels of support depending on the selected drive mode. The all-new architecture of the 2021 G80 provides improved visibility thanks to thinner A-pillars, a low cowl, and a frameless rear-view mirror. 2021 Genesis G80 Exterior The new G80 has a bolder look thanks to its massive shield-shaped diamond-pattern grille. The execution is in line with the larger G90 sedan and GV80 SUV, which includes thin, twin-bar lighting elements that wrap into the front fenders. While the G80 rides on the same 118.5-inch wheelbase as its predecessor, the new model is about an inch and a half wider and a touch lower, giving it greater presence. The twin-bar light theme is carried through the fender vents aft of the front wheels and through the rear LED taillights. The rear lights start on the rear haunches and run side-to-side across the rear. In profile, the G80 has a long hood and low, sleek fastback roofline that sweeps down into the rear deck. A crisp character line flows from the top of the fenders, through the side and above the rear wheel arches, giving the car the tapered, aerodynamic look of a 4-door coupe. 2021 Genesis G80 Standard Features Standard equipment on the new Genesis G80 includes 18-inch wheels, LED lighting, leatherette upholstery, 12-way power heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, keyless entry with push-button start, dual-zone climate control with microfilter, a 14.5-inch infotainment screen, navigation, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto Compatibility, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping and follow assist, rear-cross traffic collision avoidance, and forward automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection. 2021 Genesis G80 Options Among the available features on the G80 are camera-based adaptive suspension, surround-view monitor, 19- and 20-inch wheels, all-wheel drive, a heated steering wheel, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, automatic adjusting seat bolsters, 3-zone climate control, Nappa leather upholstery, remote smart-parking assist, wireless device charging, a panoramic sunroof, power trunk, power door-close, a digital key, and a power rear sunshade. 2021 Genesis G80 Engines There are two engines offered in the 2021 Genesis G80, a base turbocharged inline 4-cylinder, and a twin-turbo V6. Both mate to 8-speed automatic transmissions. In standard form, the G80 comes as rear-wheel drive, while all-wheel drive is available. 2.5-liter turbocharged inline-4 300 horsepower @ 5,800 rpm 311 lb-ft of torque @ 1,650-4,000 rpm EPA city/highway fuel economy: N/A 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V6 375 horsepower @ 5,800 rpm 391 lb-ft of torque @ 1,300-4,500 rpm EPA city/highway fuel economy: N/A How Much Does the 2021 Genesis G80 Cost? The MSRP for the 2021 Genesis G80 starts at $47,700 for the base 2.5-liter turbo rear-drive model. The 4-cylinder Advanced trim retails for $52,300 and the Prestige model goes for $56,600. AWD adds $3,150 to Standard and Advanced, while the Prestige AWD is $2,550 more. The 3.5T standard V6 rear-drive model starts at $59,100 and tops out at $65,100. AWD is $3,150 extra. All prices exclude $1,025 delivery. The 2021 Genesis G80’s base price is thousands less than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, which starts at just over $54,000, the BMW 5 Series which begins at $53,900 and the Audi A6 which costs $54,900. Which Model is Right for Me? G80 2.5T RWD Standard 2.5-liter turbocharged inline-4 8-speed automatic transmission 18-inch alloy wheels (245/50R18) LED lighting High-beam assist 5-passenger seating (2 + 3) Leatherette upholstery 12-way power front seats (with 4-way power lumbar) Heated front seats Dual-zone climate control Leather-wrapped steering wheel Adaptive cruise control Proximity key with push-button start Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance-Assist Hands-free decklid release Power tilt & telescoping steering column Power windows with auto down/up Premium navigation with 14.5-inch screen Premium 12-speaker audio 8-inch color LCD instrument display Apple CarPlay/Android Auto Bluetooth Genesis Connected Services AM/FM/HD and satellite radio Over-the-air updates G80 2.5T RWD Advanced Adds: 19-inch alloy wheels Lexicon premium audio with 21 speakers Panoramic roof Matte-finish wood trim Ventilated front seats Power rear shade 3-zone climate control Power trunk G80 2.5T RWD Prestige Adds: Leather seating Power door-close Wireless device charger (front) Digital key (NFC) Rear-occupant alert Front-passenger-seat walk-in device Ergo Motion driver’s seat Surround-view monitor Blind-spot view monitor Remote smart-parking assist Parking collision-avoidance assist (rear) Power driver seat bolster & cushion extension Heated rear seats Heated steering wheel G80 3.5T RWD Standard 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V6 19-inch alloy wheels Electronically controlled suspension with road preview Monobloc front brakes Panoramic roof Power trunk Power door close Digital key (NFC) Matte-finish wood trim Power rear sunshade Leather seating Wireless device charger (front) Ventilated front seats 3-zone climate control Rear occupant alert Lexicon premium audio w/21 speakers G80 3.5T RWD Prestige Adds: 20-inch alloy wheels Nappa leather seating Microfiber suede headliner Front-passenger-seat walk-in device Power bolster & cushion extension (driver) Ergo Motion driver’s seat Blind-spot view monitor Remote smart-parking assist Parking collision-avoidance assist (rear) Heated rear seats Heated steering wheel Head-up display 3-inch 3D digital instrument cluster Forward-attention warning Surround-view monitor 2021 Genesis G80 Safety Technology Forward Collision Avoidance-Assist with Pedestrian/Cyclist Recognition and automatic emergency braking Evasive Steering Torque Assist Highway Driving Assist II Driver Attention Warning Lane-keeping assist Lane Following Assist Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance-Assist Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance-Assist Safe Exit Assist w/Power Child Lock Parking Distance Warning
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