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Genesis G80
2021 Genesis G80 (RG3)
Overview
Manufacturer	Genesis Motor (Hyundai)
Production	2016–present (2008–2016 as the Hyundai Genesis)
Model years	2017–present
Body and chassis
Class	Executive car (E)
Body style	4-door sedan
Chronology
Predecessor	Hyundai Genesis

The Genesis G80 (Korean: 제네시스 G80) is an executive sedan manufactured by South Korean luxury marque Genesis, which is owned by Hyundai Motor Company. The G80 model was previously introduced as the second-generation Hyundai Genesis model (DH) and then rebranded as the G80 in 2016 after Genesis Motor was established as a separate luxury division of Hyundai.

First generation (DH; 2016)

First generation
Overview
Model code	DH
Production	March 2016 – 2020
Model years	2017–2020
Assembly	South Korea: Ulsan (Hyundai Motors Ulsan Plant) Russia: Kaliningrad (Avtotor)
Designer	Kim Ki-Euk (Sport)
Body and chassis
Layout	Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive Front-engine, all-wheel-drive
Platform	Hyundai M2
Related	Genesis G90 Kia K9
Powertrain
Engine	Gasoline: 2.0 L Theta II T-GDI I4 3.3 L Lambda II GDI V6 3.3 L Lambda II T-GDI V6 3.8 L Lambda II GDI V6 5.0 L Tau GDI V8 Diesel: 2.2 L R II CRDi I4
Transmission	8-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	3,010 mm (118.5 in)
Length	4,990 mm (196.5 in)
Width	1,890 mm (74.4 in)
Height	1,480 mm (58.3 in)
Curb weight	1,900–2,005 kg (4,189–4,420 lb) (3.3) 1,965–2,035 kg (4,332–4,486 lb) (3.8) 2,020–2,090 kg (4,453–4,608 lb) (3.3T) 1,950–2,065 kg (4,299–4,553 lb) (2.2D)

The vehicle debuted as the updated version of the Hyundai Genesis at the 2016 North American International Auto Show, followed by the 2016 Busan Motor Show. South Korean models went on sale in July 2016 with US models selling in September 2016 as a 2017 model year vehicle. Powertrains available included 3.8, 3.8 HTRAC, 5.0, and 5.0 HTRAC. The Russian market release in 2017 included a 2.0-liter Theta turbocharged engine that produced 180 kW (245 PS), eight-speed automatic and all-wheel drive.

• Rear

G80 Sport

The Genesis G80 Sport (2017–2020) has a twin-turbo 3.3-liter V6 engine producing 272 kW (370 PS), features sport-styled bumpers, quad-exhaust tips, staggered nineteen-inch wheels, copper tint accent chrome, copper leather stitching and a mesh grille. The vehicle also comes standard with the Ultimate trim, technology package, heads-up display, panoramic sunroof, suede liner and Napa leather. The vehicle debuted at the 2016 Busan Motor Show, followed by the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show, and the 2017 North American International Auto Show. US models were sold as 2018, 2019, 2020 model year vehicles.

• G80 3.8 HTRAC (front)
• G80 3.8 HTRAC (back)

Engines

Transmission

All models have an eight-speed automatic transmission with shiftronic. The G80 is available with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive (HTRAC).

Safety

2020 Genesis G80 NHTSA

Overall:
Frontal driver:
Frontal passenger:
Side driver:
Side passenger:
Side pole driver:
Rollover AWD:	9.50%

Second generation (RG3; 2020)

Second generation
Overview
Model code	RG3
Also called	Genesis Electrified G80 (EV)
Production	April 2020 – present
Model years	2021–present
Assembly	South Korea: Ulsan (Hyundai Motors Ulsan Plant)
Designer	Luc Donckerwolke
Body and chassis
Layout	Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive Front-engine, all-wheel-drive Dual-motor, all-wheel-drive (Electrified G80)
Platform	Hyundai-Kia M3
Related	Genesis GV80
Powertrain
Engine	Gasoline: 2.5 L Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi I4 3.5 L Smartstream G3.5 T-GDi V6 Diesel: 2.2 L Smartstream D2.2 CRDi I4
Electric motor	2x Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (Electrified G80)
Transmission	8-speed A8LR1/A8TR1 automatic 1-speed reduction gear (Electrified G80)
Battery	87.2 kWh, 800 V (Electrified G80 pre-facelift) 95.4 kWh, 800 V (Electrified G80 facelift)
Plug-in charging	350 kW 800 V DC (Electrified G80) 11 kW AC (Electrified G80) V2L: 3.6 kW (Electrified G80)
Dimensions
Wheelbase	3,010 mm (118.5 in) 3,140 mm (123.6 in) (Electrified G80 facelift)
Length	4,995 mm (196.7 in) (G80 pre-facelift & G80 Sport) 5,005 mm (197.0 in) (G80 facelift & Electrified G80) 5,135 mm (202.2 in) (Electrified G80 facelift)
Width	1,925 mm (75.8 in)
Height	1,465 mm (57.7 in) (G80) 1,470–1,480 mm (57.9–58.3 in) (Electrified G80)
Curb weight	1,785–1,930 kg (3,935–4,255 lb) (2.5T) 1,890–2,035 kg (4,167–4,486 lb) (3.5T) 1,825–1,920 kg (4,023–4,233 lb) (2.2D) 2,265–2,355 kg (4,993–5,192 lb) (Electrified G80)

Internally designated RG3, the RG3 G80 resembles its SUV counterpart, including a large grille, similar front and rear fascias, as well as a similar interior. The vehicle is built upon the M3 platform, designated towards mid-size luxury vehicles that use a rear- or all-wheel drive basis.

Development and launch

The RG3 G80 was officially revealed via an online livestream on March 30, 2020, and went on sale in the US during the summer of that year. It is also considered the third-generation model of the original Hyundai Genesis as the first-generation G80 model was initially launched as the second-generation Hyundai Genesis model (DH) and later rebranded as the G80 in 2016 after Genesis Motor became a separate luxury division of Hyundai. There are three engine options – a 2.5-liter gasoline turbo engine, a 3.5-liter gasoline turbo engine, or a 2.2-liter diesel engine.

The brand claims 19 percent of the new platform uses aluminum, saving 243 lb (110 kg) compared to the previous model which used steel. Compared to the outgoing G80, the new model has increased tensile strength by 6 percent due to the usage of high-strength steel in both the A and B pillars, floor crossmembers and rocker panels. The rear subframe is more rigid and has larger bushings for decreased NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness). The torsional rigidity is improved by 3 percent, which deducts 55 lb (25 kg) of its weight.

The vehicle is 5 mm (0.20 in) longer, 35 mm (1.4 in) wider, 15 mm (0.59 in) lower, and retains its 3,010 mm (119 in) wheelbase.

The G80 had started its model years in the US in 2021. Trims consist of a 2.5T, 2.5T Advanced, a 2.5T Prestige, a 3.5T model, and a 3.5T Prestige. The Electrified model had arrived at the end of 2021.

Design

The design language of the Genesis includes quad-headlamps, and a large crest grille. The side profile features a parabolic line, and a fastback-type side view. The rear uses taillamp styling similar to the headlamps. The vehicle features Nappa leather seats. The vehicle also continues using Open Pore wood trim and has slim air conditioning vents. The horizontal layout of the dashboard was inspired by what the brand calls “Beauty of White Space”, which is Genesis’ interior styling design that is made to give the vehicle a "South Korean feel". There is also a glass covered SBW (shift-by-wire) transmission.

• Rear view
• Interior (Electrified G80)

Facelift

Hyundai revealed the facelifted G80 on December 14, 2023, for the 2024 model year. Updates include micro-lens array headlight technology, a new grille pattern and front bumper, and redesigned alloy wheels. The rear bumper now features hidden exhaust outlets with "V-shape" chrome trim, reminiscent of the battery electric G80 variant. The interior changes include a 27-inch OLED display, replacing the separate 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and 14.5-inch infotainment system, powering the brand's latest CCIC software first seen in the GV60 small SUV and flagship G90 sedan. It also introduces a "crystal-like" shift-by-wire gear shifter, a touch-based climate control panel, revised trim, and a new steering wheel. The G80 Sport adds a unique "double-layered G-Matrix pattern" grille, larger air outlets, different front and rear bumpers, a D-cut steering wheel, and two carbon-look interior garnishes. The updated G80 will be available in ten exterior colours, including the new Brooklyn Brown, and four interior colour options.

• Facelift
• Facelift

Electrified G80

The Electrified G80 is the battery electric version of the G80. It debuted at the Shanghai Auto Show on 19 April 2021. It has been sold in South Korea since 2021.

It is available in a dual-motor, all-wheel drive configuration. It uses two electric motors (272 kW combined), one at each axle, and a 87.2 kWh battery. The vehicle can charge from 10% to 80% in 22 minutes, if a 350 kW charger is available. Just like the Ioniq 5, it has a vehicle-to-load (V2L) function, meaning that various appliances like laptops or electric bikes can be plugged into the car (instead of a wall socket) and use the car as their power source. The Electrified G80 can be equipped with an optional solar roof.

The interior contains recycled materials, including leather made with natural dye (seats, console and rear seat armrests), scrap wood produced after making furniture ("forged wood" garnish) and thread spun from plastic bottles. The Electrified G80 offers a Disconnector Actuator System (DAS), an Active Noise Control-Road (ANC-R) system, a Preview Electronic Control Suspension (Pre-view ECS), a solar charging roof, a Vehicle to Load (V2L) system and a 400/800V multi rapid charging system.

The long wheelbase version of the Electrified G80 was used as the official VIP car for participating leaders and delegates at the 2022 G20 Summit in Bali, Indonesia with the wheelbase extended to 3,227 mm (127.0 in) and overall length to 5,222 mm (205.6 in).

• Genesis Electrified G80(2021-2024)
• Rear view
• Genesis Electrified G80(2024-)

G80 Sport

After the design release on July 5, 2021, the Genesis G80 Sport was released on August 10, 2021. This model introduced redesigned grills, bumpers, headlamps and wheels compared to the non-Sport model. A Cavendish Red paint color is exclusive for the G80 sports model. Two gasoline engines and a diesel are available.

The G80 Sport is also equipped with Rear Wheel Steering (RWS) system, a technology that actively controls the optimal rear-wheel steering angle along with front-wheel steering.

• Genesis G80 Sport
• Rear view

Powertrain

Safety

2021 Genesis G80 NHTSA

Overall:
Frontal driver:
Frontal passenger:
Side driver:
Side passenger:
Side pole driver:
Side pole passenger:
Rollover AWD:	10.10%

Production

The Genesis G80 is manufactured in Ulsan, Korea. Between 2015 and 2018 worldwide sales of the G80 were 127,283. Hyundai Motor America sold 6,166 units in 2016, 16,214 units in 2017, and 7,663 units in 2018 in the United States. Hyundai attributes flagging US sales in 2018 to disagreements among its dealership networks that caused deliberate dwindling supplies, not on reduced consumer demand.

Marketing

During the 2017 NFL Pro Bowl, Genesis G80 sedans were awarded to offensive and defensive "most valuable players."

Awards

• 2017 International Design Excellence Award (IDEA), finalist
• 2017–2021 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), Top Safety Pick Plus
• 2019 Women's Choice Award, Best Luxury Sedan Under $50,000 for Reliability and Overall
• 2020 J.D. Power U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study, Most Dependable Midsize Premium Car

Sales

Notes

1. Strength-to-weight ratio: 4.95
2. Strength-to-weight ratio: 5.26

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External links

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