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Genesis G80
MotorTrend says following a refresh the year before, the Genesis G80 enters 2026 largely unchanged, though Genesis introduces the new range-topping G80 Prestige Black, which as its name suggests wears a stealthy, blacked-out treatment. Car and Driver says the 2026 G80 represents the core of the Genesis product line, and the current version's overall competence, evident quality and fine detailing are a testament to how far the brand has come, expecting it to carry over to 2026 without significant changes since it was refreshed just the year before. Motoring Research says the Electrified G80 is aimed squarely at electric luxury saloons from the big-name German brands, and that with the roughly £75,000 Electrified G80, Genesis is showcasing what it can offer in a large car now measuring more than 5.1 meters in length.
A new Prestige Black trim
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says following a refresh the year before, the Genesis G80 enters 2026 largely unchanged, though Genesis introduces the new range-topping G80 Prestige Black, which as its name suggests wears a stealthy, blacked-out treatment.
How far Genesis has come
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says the 2026 G80 represents the core of the Genesis product line, and the current version's overall competence, evident quality, and fine detailing are a testament to how far the brand has come, expecting it to carry over to 2026 without any significant changes since it was refreshed just the year before.
Targeting German electric rivals
Motoring Research (opens in a new tab) says the Genesis Electrified G80 is aimed squarely at electric luxury saloons from the big-name German brands, and that with the roughly £75,000 Electrified G80, Genesis is showcasing what it can offer in a large car now measuring more than 5.1 meters in length.
Questions buyers ask
What's new on the 2026 Genesis G80?
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says the new range-topping G80 Prestige Black, a stealthy blacked-out trim.
Who does the Genesis Electrified G80 compete against?
Motoring Research (opens in a new tab) says electric luxury saloons from the big-name German brands.
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The 2027 Genesis G80 is built around 2.5L turbo four-cylinder or 3.5L turbo V6, rated at 300 / 375 horsepower across its midsize luxury sedan body style.
Explore this topic →02Trims and equipmentThe 2027 U.S. lineup has 5 trims.
Explore this topic →03Towing and capabilityThe 2027 G80 seats 5 and is a Midsize luxury sedan.
Explore this topic →04Safety and ownershipNHTSA recalls, complaints and crash ratings for the 2027 G80.
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2027 Genesis G80
2.5T trims use the 300-hp turbo four; 3.5T Sport trims step up to a 375-hp turbo V6.
Read specifications, trims, answers and sourcesModel-year archive
5 indexed Genesis G80 model years.
| Model year | Trims | Open record |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Genesis G80 | 1 | 2027 record → |
| 2026 Genesis G80 | 2026 record → | |
| 2025 Genesis G80 | 2025 record → | |
| 2019 Genesis G80 | 2019 record → | |
| 2018 Genesis G80 | 2018 record → |
Background and safety record
What public sources say about the Genesis G80.
The Genesis 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.
- Safety
- 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.
- Awards
- 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. Vehicle Dependability Study, Most Dependable Midsize Premium Car
- Engines
- All models have an eight-speed automatic transmission with shiftronic. The G80 is available with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive (HTRAC).
- 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.
- 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.
- Marketing
- During the 2017 NFL Pro Bowl, Genesis G80 sedans were awarded to offensive and defensive "most valuable players."
Source: Genesis G80 (Wikipedia); safety and recall figures from NHTSA.
Genesis G80 at a glance
- Production
- 2016–present, (2008–2016 as the Hyundai Genesis)
- Model years
- 2017–present
- Class
- Executive car (E)
- Body style
- 4-door sedan
- Predecessor
- Hyundai Genesis
NHTSA rated the 2025 Genesis G80 overall 5 of 5 stars, front crash 5 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 5 of 5 stars.
Recent recalls (3 campaigns across the latest model years)
- July 2026, Electrical System:Ignition:Coil. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2027 Genesis G80 vehicles. The ignition coil ground bolt may be loose, resulting in an engine misfire or stall while driving. Consequence: An misfire or loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- April 2026, Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain Genesis 2022-2026 GV70, 2023-2025 G90, 2021-2025 G80, and GV80 vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail. Consequence: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
- January 2026, Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain Genesis 2025-2026 G80, GV80, 2026 G80 "Electrified," GV60, GV70 "Electrified" and GV70 vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of… Consequence: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or fuel gauge, increases the risk of a crash.
Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Genesis G80, most often about vehicle speed control (1), lane departure (1), forward collision avoidance (1).
Year by year
The Genesis G80 across 11 model years.
| Model year | Combined MPG/MPGe | EPA annual fuel cost | EPA records | NHTSA recalls | NHTSA complaints | NHTSA overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Genesis G80 | 18–23 | $3,450–$4,450 | 2 | |||
| 2026 Genesis G80 | 18–96 | $800–$4,300 | 3 | 1 | 5 stars | |
| 2025 Genesis G80 | 19–97 | $800–$4,100 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 5 stars |
| 2024 Genesis G80 | 19–97 | $800–$4,100 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 5 stars |
| 2023 Genesis G80 | 19–97 | $750–$4,100 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 5 stars |
| 2022 Genesis G80 | 20–26 | $3,000–$3,900 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 5 stars |
| 2021 Genesis G80 | 21–26 | $3,000–$3,700 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 5 stars |
| 2020 Genesis G80 | 18–21 | $2,950–$4,300 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 5 stars |
| 2019 Genesis G80 | 18–21 | $2,950–$4,300 | 6 | 3 | 27 | 5 stars |
| 2018 Genesis G80 | 18–22 | $2,850–$4,300 | 6 | 6 | 95 | 5 stars |
| 2017 Genesis G80 | 18–22 | $2,850–$4,300 | 3 | 2 | 65 | 5 stars |
Year-to-year changes
What changed in the Genesis G80, one model year at a time.
| Step | EPA records | Combined MPG/MPGe, midpoint | Electric range, miles | Added | No longer listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 to 2027 | 3 to 2 | 57.0 to 20.5 | Labels: Electrified G80; Engines: Electric motor / not listed; Transmissions: Automatic (A1); Fuels: Electricity; Size classes: Midsize Cars | ||
| 2025 to 2026 | 58.0 to 57.0 | 282 to 300 | |||
| 2023 to 2024 | 4 to 3 | Labels: G80 RWD; Drives: Rear-Wheel Drive | |||
| 2022 to 2023 | 3 to 4 | 23.0 to 58.0 | first listed: 282 | Labels: Electrified G80; Engines: Electric motor / not listed; Transmissions: Automatic (A1); Fuels: Electricity; Size classes: Midsize Cars | |
| 2021 to 2022 | 4 to 3 | 23.5 to 23.0 | |||
| 2020 to 2021 | 6 to 4 | 19.5 to 23.5 | Engines: 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI, 3.5L 6-cyl SIDI & PFI | Engines: 3.3L 6-cyl SIDI, 3.8L 6-cyl SIDI, 5L 8-cyl SIDI; Fuels: Regular | |
| 2018 to 2019 | 20.0 to 19.5 | ||||
| 2017 to 2018 | 3 to 6 | Engines: 3.3L 6-cyl SIDI |
Buying used
What the Genesis G80 recalls and complaints are about.
| Model year | Campaigns | Systems recalled | Warnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | electrical system (instrument cluster/panel) | None |
| 2025 | 2 | electrical system (instrument cluster/panel); fuel system, gasoline (delivery) | None |
| 2024 | 2 | electrical system (instrument cluster/panel); fuel system, gasoline (delivery) | None |
| 2023 | 4 | seat belts (front); fuel system, gasoline (delivery); electrical system (instrument cluster/panel) | None |
| 2022 | 4 | seat belts (front); fuel system, gasoline (delivery) | None |
| 2021 | 4 | fuel system, gasoline (delivery); seat belts (front) | None |
| 2020 | 2 | service brakes, hydraulic (antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip); engine and engine cooling | 1 stop-driving or park-outside |
| 2019 | 3 | service brakes, hydraulic (antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip); electrical system (starter assembly); engine and engine cooling | 2 stop-driving or park-outside |
| 2018 | 6 | visibility (windshield); air bags (sensor); engine and engine cooling (exhaust system); 3 more | 2 stop-driving or park-outside |
| 2017 | 2 | service brakes, hydraulic (antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip); electrical system (starter assembly) | 2 stop-driving or park-outside |
Recalls that told owners to stop driving or park outside
- 2017, campaign 21V-160 (Mar 2021): service brakes, hydraulic (antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip). An electrical short circuit inside the ABS module could cause an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
- 2017, campaign 24V-107 (Feb 2024): electrical system (starter assembly). An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
- 2018, campaign 21V-160 (Mar 2021): service brakes, hydraulic (antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip). An electrical short circuit inside the ABS module could cause an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
- 2018, campaign 24V-107 (Feb 2024): electrical system (starter assembly). An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
- 2019, campaign 21V-160 (Mar 2021): service brakes, hydraulic (antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip). An electrical short circuit inside the ABS module could cause an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
- 2019, campaign 24V-107 (Feb 2024): electrical system (starter assembly). An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
1 more campaigns carry the same warning; each is on its model year's page.
| System | Complaints | Share of all complaints | Worst model year |
|---|---|---|---|
| electrical system | 59 | 27% | 2017 (22) |
| unknown or other | 35 | 16% | 2018 (17) |
| engine | 34 | 16% | 2017 (17) |
| service brakes | 20 | 9% | 2018 (7) |
| steering | 20 | 9% | 2018 (15) |
| power train | 18 | 8% | 2017 (9) |
Trim by trim
Every 2027 Genesis G80 trim side by side.
| Trim | Drive | Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Combined mpg | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5T | AWD | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) | 300 | 311 | 4,211 | – | 23 | $60,945 |
| 2.5T Advanced | AWD | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) | 300 | 311 | 4,211 | – | 23 | $66,045 |
| 2.5T Sport Prestige | AWD | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) | 300 | 311 | 4,211 | – | 23 | $71,945 |
| 3.5T Sport Prestige | AWD | 3.5-liter V6 (Twin Turbo, GDI) | 375 | 391 | 4,508 | – | 18 | $80,645 |
| 3.5T Prestige Black | AWD | 3.5-liter V6 (Twin Turbo, GDI) | 375 | 391 | 4,508 | – | 18 | $81,645 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for the 2027 model year; base price is KBB's national base price where its list carries the trim by the same name. A dash means KBB lists no figure.
Specifications by year
Power, weight and towing for every Genesis G80 model year.
| Model year | Trims | Engines | Horsepower | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Fuel tank (gal) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 5 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) / 3.5-liter V6 (Twin Turbo, GDI) | 300–375 | 4,211–4,508 | – | 17.2–19.3 |
| 2026 | 5 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) / 3.5-liter V6 (Twin Turbo, GDI) | 300–375 | 4,211–4,508 | – | 17.2–19.3 |
| 2025 | 5 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) / 3.5-liter V6 (Twin Turbo, GDI) | 300–375 | 4,211–4,508 | – | 17.2–19.3 |
| 2024 | 2 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) / 3.5-liter V6 (Twin Turbo, GDI) | 300–375 | 4,112–4,453 | – | 17.2–19.3 |
| 2023 | 2 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) / 3.5-liter V6 (Twin Turbo, GDI) | 300–375 | 4,145–4,508 | – | 17.2–19.3 |
| 2022 | 2 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) / 3.5-liter V6 (Twin Turbo) | 300–375 | 5,104–5,567 | – | 17.2–19.3 |
| 2021 | 2 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) / 3.5-liter V6 (Twin Turbo) | 300–375 | 5,104–5,412 | – | 17.2–19.3 |
| 2020 | 3 | 3.8-liter V6 / 5.0-liter V8 / 3.3-liter V6 (Twin Turbo) | 311–420 | 4,195–4,561 | – | 20.3 |
| 2019 | 3 | 3.8-liter V6 / 3.3-liter V6 (Twin Turbo) / 5.0-liter V8 | 311–420 | 4,195–4,561 | – | 20.3 |
| 2018 | 3 | 3.8-liter V6 / 5.0-liter V8 / 3.3-liter V6 (Twin Turbo) | 311–420 | 4,195–4,561 | – | 20.3 |
| 2017 | 2 | 3.8-liter V6 / 5.0-liter V8 | 311–420 | 4,290–4,541 | – | 20.3 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for each model year. A range covers every trim KBB lists that year; a dash means KBB lists no figure.
Owning it
Oil, fluid and wheel-nut figures for the Genesis G80.
| Model year | Engine oil | Brake fluid | Wheel-nut torque | A/C refrigerant | Key-fob battery |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 0W-30 (6.5 qt) 2.5 T-GDI; 0W-30 (7.4 qt) 3.5 T-GDI | DOT 4 | 101–116 lb-ft | R-1234yf | – |
| 2026 | 0W-30 (6.5 qt) 2.5 T-GDI; 0W-30 (7.4 qt) 3.5 T-GDI | DOT 4 | 101–116 lb-ft | R-1234yf | – |
| 2025 | 0W-30 (6.5 qt) 2.5 T-GDI; 0W-30 (7.4 qt) 3.5 T-GDI | DOT 4 | 101–116 lb-ft | R-1234yf | – |
| 2024 | 0W-30 | DOT 4 | – | R-1234yf | – |
| 2023 | 0W-30 | DOT 4 | – | R-1234yf | – |
| 2022 | – | DOT 4 | – | – | – |
| 2021 | 0W-30 | DOT 4 | – | – | – |
Source: the manufacturer's owner's manual for each model year. A dash means that year's manual gave no single value for it, for instance one that lists two oil grades or two key types.
Model-year recall record
Genesis G80: which model years carry more or fewer federal safety recalls.
Fewer recalls than this model’s own average
- 2026 Genesis G80 : 1 recall on file (average across published years is 3.0).
More recalls than this model’s own average
- 2018 Genesis G80 : 6 recalls on file, most commonly affecting engine cooling and brakes.
| Model year | Federal recalls on file | Complaints on file | Recalls most commonly affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | not available | electrical system |
| 2025 | 2 | 3 | electrical system, fuel system |
| 2024 | 2 | 1 | electrical system, fuel system |
| 2023 | 4 | 9 | fuel system, seat belts, electrical system |
| 2022 | 4 | 7 | fuel system, seat belts |
| 2021 | 4 | 9 | fuel system, seat belts |
| 2020 | 2 | 0 | brakes, engine cooling |
| 2019 | 3 | 27 | brakes, electrical system, engine cooling |
| 2018 | 6 | 95 | engine cooling, brakes, visibility/wipers, airbags |
| 2017 | 2 | 65 | brakes, electrical system |
| 2016 | not available | ||
| 2015 | not available |
Method: recall counts and their affected components come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API, queried by exact make, model and model year. Complaint counts come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API, same query pattern. Data pulled 2026-09-04.
Known gap: the NHTSA complaints API did not return data for Genesis G80 model year 2026 when queried for this page: the request itself failed upstream, not returning a genuine zero. Those years are marked "not available" above instead of shown as clean; recall counts for those years are unaffected and come from the separate recalls API, which returned data for every year listed.
Check open recalls by VIN for one particular vehicle.
Q01Is there a best year to buy a Genesis G80?
Recall count alone can't answer that: it says nothing about a specific vehicle's price, mileage, accident history or maintenance record. What federal data can say: 2026 carried fewer recalls than this model's own average, while 2018 carried more. See the model-year table on this page for the exact counts and what they cover.
Q02Which Genesis G80 model years should I watch for recalls?
The 2018 Genesis G80 has 6 federal recalls on file, most commonly affecting engine cooling, brakes, visibility/wipers. Always confirm the open/completed status of every campaign for the specific VIN: a recall on this list may already be repaired on the vehicle in front of you.
Q03Which Genesis G80 model years have the cleanest federal recall record?
The 2026 Genesis G80 has 1 recall on file: below this model's own average of 3.0. A shorter list on file as of this page's data pull is not a guarantee against a future recall.
Q04What are common recall-related problems on the Genesis G80 by model year?
2026: electrical system. 2025: electrical system, fuel system. 2024: electrical system, fuel system. 2023: fuel system, seat belts, electrical system. 2022: fuel system, seat belts. 2021: fuel system, seat belts.
Q05Why do some Genesis G80 model years show "not available" for complaints?
The NHTSA complaints API did not return data for Genesis G80 model year 2026 when queried for this page: the request itself failed upstream instead of the count genuinely being zero. Recall counts for those years are unaffected; they come from a separate NHTSA endpoint that returned data for every year listed.
Diagnosing one of these symptoms? The recalled systems above map to this site’s own ownership desks: general, evidence-first guidance that applies regardless of whether the specific vehicle in front of you was ever part of a recall campaign: Brakes, tires and steering, Climate and electrical, Engine and cooling, Buying, records and recalls.
2018 Genesis G80 owners specifically: see Engine and cooling and Brakes, tires and steering and Climate and electrical and Buying, records and recalls.
Trim ladder
1 Genesis G80 trim, each with its own page.
Compared with
Models this Genesis G80 is most often compared with.
Nearest Genesis models
Other Genesis models.
Frequent questions
Answers with their conditions intact.
Q01How many trims does the 2027 G80 come in?
The 2027 Genesis G80 (midsize luxury sedan) comes in 5 trims: 2.5T, 2.5T Advanced, 2.5T Sport Prestige, 3.5T Sport Advanced, 3.5T Sport Prestige.
Q02What are the 2027 G80 trims?
The 2027 Genesis G80 trims are 2.5T, 2.5T Advanced, 2.5T Sport Prestige, 3.5T Sport Advanced, 3.5T Sport Prestige, listed from the entry 2.5T up to the top 3.5T Sport Prestige.
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2027 G80 use?
The 2027 Genesis G80 is built around 2.5L turbo four-cylinder or 3.5L turbo V6, rated at 300 / 375 horsepower across its midsize luxury sedan body style.
Q04How much horsepower does the 2027 G80 have?
The 2027 Genesis G80 is rated at 300 / 375 horsepower (2.5L turbo four-cylinder or 3.5L turbo V6).
Q05Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2027 G80?
The 2027 Genesis G80 is offered with Standard AWD.