The sleek new 2021 Genesis G80 large sedan will hit the Australian market next month, bringing in two new turbo engine options, a fresh design, and an all-new interior.
Genesis is introducing two main variants of the all-new model; the 2.5T and the 3.5T. The 2.5T debuts Hyundai Motor Group’s 2.5-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder engine, which, in the G80, develops an impressive 224kW and 422Nm. It’s matched up to an eight-speed auto with rear-wheel drive. Genesis hasn’t mentioned a 0-100km/h time or fuel economy figures as yet.
Stepping up the flagship brings in a new 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 engine that develops 279kW and 530Nm – this was the engine that was expected to join the refreshed Genesis G70 and Kia Stinger. Like the 2.5T, the engine is mated to an eight-speed auto. However, the 3.5T comes with all-wheel drive as standard.
We first saw the new G80 back in March. It features a new design language called Athletic Elegance, with the new-look split headlight treatment and large crest grille at the front. There’s also matching taillights at the back and a gently-sloping rear windscreen and curved boot, leaving a very elegant profile. A short front overhang also provides prominence and an energetic stance.
The interior receives a major overhaul compared with the outgoing layout. It’s now much cleaner and more luxurious while also packing much more advanced technology. Check out the little climate control panel, for example, incorporating a flush digital display. There’s also a new 14.5-inch touch-screen mounted on the dash, and a 12-inch head-up display for the driver. When optioned with the Luxury Pack, the instrument cluster houses a 12.3-inch digital screen.
Both models come with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, as well as a 21-speaker, 1050W Lexicon by Harman sound system, 12-way power front seats with heating and cooling, retractable sun shades for the rear doors, and wireless phone charging. Dual-zone climate control is also part of standard mix, with separate temperature control for the rear.
The new model officially goes on sale in November, with prices starting from the following (excluding on-road costs). PerformanceDrive will be at the official media launch event next week, although, reviews are under embargo until November 20.
2021 Genesis G80 2.5T: $84,900
2021 Genesis G80 3.5T: $99,900
Luxury Pack: $13,000
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KEY STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (ALL VARIANTS) |
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Safety |
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10 Airbags – including front centre side airbag |
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Active Bonnet Lift System |
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Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance-Assist – Rear/Side (BCA-R/S) |
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Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM) |
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Driver Attention Warning (DAW), including; Leading Vehicle Departure Alert |
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Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA), including;
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High Beam Assist (HBA) |
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Lane Keeping Assist – Line/Road-Edge (LKA-L/R) |
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Lane Following Assist (LFA) |
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Multi Collision Brake (MCB) |
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Pre-active Adjustment Safe-Seat (PAS) – pass. seat |
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Pre-active Seat Belt (PSB) – front seats |
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Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance-Assist (RCCA) |
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Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) |
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Safe Exit Assist (SEA) |
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Smart Cruise Control (SCC), including;
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Surround View Monitor (SVM) w/ 3D surround view |
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Exterior |
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Panorama Sunroof |
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Acoustic laminated windshield & front door glass |
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Convenience |
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12-inch Head Up Display (HUD) |
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Driver Position Memory System |
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12-way power front seats including 4-way lumbar |
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Heated and Ventilated front seats |
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Power tilt/telescopic adjustable steering column |
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Remote Start – via Smart Key |
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Power Boot with hands-free opening function |
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Rear door retractable sun-shades |
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Infotainment / Multimedia |
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14.5-inch HD touch screen display |
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Navigation with Augmented Reality (AR) view function & Live Traffic updates |
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Integrated Controller with handwriting recognition |
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Digital Radio (DAB+) |
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Apple CarPlay / Google Android Auto compatibility |
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21 speaker, 1050W Lexicon by HARMAN audio |
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Wireless mobile phone charging system |
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Climate Control |
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Dual zone Climate Control – w/ haptic touchscreen |
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Independent temperature control for 2nd row |
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LUXURY PACKAGE |
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Safety |
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Forward Attention Warning (FAW) |
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Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist – Reverse (PCA-R) |
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Exterior |
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Intelligent Front-Lighting System (IFS) |
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Power Door Latch – soft close doors |
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Interior |
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Nappa Leather appointed interior |
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Luxury quilted seat pattern |
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Suede headlining/pillars |
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Climate Control |
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3-zone Climate Control |
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Convenience |
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12.3-inch full screen Instrument Cluster with 3D function |
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Smart Parking Assist (SPA) |
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Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA) – via Smart Key |
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18-way adjustable driver’s seat |
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Ergo Motion massage function for driver’s seat |
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Heated & Ventilated rear outboard seats |
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Power adjustable rear outboard seats |
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Heated steering wheel |
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Power operated rear window sunshade |
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Multimedia System |
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Rear Seat Entertainment with dual 9.2-inch touch-screens |
