In a bid to refine its offerings, Genesis has updated its G80 model for 2023, incorporating a number of subtle alterations. Notably, a modern rotary dial has been introduced for the infotainment system, enhancing user experience.
Coming soon to Australian showrooms, the 2023 Genesis G80 sedan brings a few key updates to its lineup.
The base 2.5T model sees changes in its optional packages. The Sport Line Package is no longer available, leaving customers with the choice of a Luxury Package or a combined Luxury & Sport Line Package. A notable enhancement for this variant is the now standard upgraded brake package, once exclusive to the 3.5T and Sport models. This includes enlarged front brake rotors with four-piston monobloc calipers, embossed with the Genesis brand name, coupled with larger ventilated rear rotors.
For the 3.5T model, the previously optional Luxury Package now comes standard, with the Sport Package as an optional addition. As a result, a ‘standard’ 3.5T is no longer available and the Sport Package can only be obtained alongside the Luxury Package offerings.
The Electrified G80 continues to align with its petrol counterparts by adding an Ergo Motion 18-way power-adjustable front passenger seat with massage capabilities and a wireless phone charger for rear-seat occupants, paralleling features available in petrol G80s with the Luxury Package.
All variants of the 2023 G80 will now feature a raised rotary dial for the infotainment system, replacing the previous concave design—a change that was first introduced in the related GV80 crossover model.
Lastly, every model now sports a color-coordinated rear brake caliper cover displaying the Genesis wordmark, matching the aesthetic of the brakes at the front.
In essence, the 2023 Genesis G80 sedan, with its modifications and updates, aims to offer its customers a blend of luxury, sportiness, and advanced features that appeal to a broad range of preferences.
Pricing
2023 Genesis G80 2.5T RWD: $87,200
2023 Genesis G80 3.5T AWD: $116,200
2023 Genesis Electrified G80: $147,000
All prices exclude on-road costs.
Engine Performance and Fuel Efficiency
Genesis G80 invites drivers to choose from three distinct powertrain options. The 2.5T model houses a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, which delivers 224kW of power and 422Nm of torque. This engine is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and comes with rear-wheel drive. Notably, it can accelerate from 0-100km/h in an impressive 6.0 seconds.
In contrast, the 3.5T sports a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 engine, dishing out 279kW and 530Nm. With its eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive, it achieves 0-100km/h in just 5.1 seconds. Fuel consumption figures are 8.6L/100km and 10.7L/100km for the 2.5T and 3.5T models, respectively.
The 2023 Genesis G80 is also available as an all-electric version, the Electrified G80. With dual electric motors outputting 272kW and 700Nm, this variant features an electronic all-wheel-drive system. Its 87.2kWh battery pack offers an impressive 520-kilometer driving range, as per WLTP estimates. Boasting efficiency figures of 19.1kWh/100km, it can sprint from 0-100km/h in a swift 4.9 seconds.
Charging the Electrified G80 is straightforward, with direct current (DC) support allowing a 10 to 80 percent fast charge in roughly 22 minutes with a 350kW charger. Moreover, Genesis's unique Disconnector Actuator System (DAS) lets drivers toggle between RWD and AWD for optimal efficiency or maximum traction.
Safety
While the Electrified G80 is still to be assessed by ANCAP, its petrol counterpart has earned a five-star rating based on 2021 tests. Its scores in different categories are noteworthy, with 91% for adult occupant protection, 86% for children, 77% for vulnerable road users, and 80% for safety assist.
The Genesis G80 boasts ten airbags and an extensive array of active and passive safety systems. All variants include standard active safety features such as autonomous emergency braking, car, pedestrian, and cyclist detection, and adaptive cruise control with stop/go, among others. Also included are features such as lane change oncoming and side assist, blind-spot assist, driver attention warning, intelligent speed limit assist, and safe exit assist.
Additional active safety features include Lane Following Assist (lane centering), Multi Collision Brake, Rear cross-traffic assist, and a surround-view camera with 3D view. Comfort and safety are further improved with front and rear parking sensors and tyre pressure monitoring.
The G80 doesn't fall short on airbag protection either, with a total of 10 airbags positioned for optimal safety: front, front centre side, driver’s knee, front thorax and pelvis, rear thorax, and curtain.
Genesis also provides an additional Forward Attention Warning and Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist on the Electrified G80 and models equipped with the Luxury Package. These advanced safety features, in combination with the extensive standard safety suite, demonstrate Genesis' commitment to keeping occupants safe and secure on every journey.
Warranty and Servicing
In line with Genesis's commitment to customer satisfaction, the Electrified G80 benefits from a five-year, unlimited-kilometer warranty and five years of complimentary servicing. Other perks for owners include:
Eight-year high voltage battery warranty
Five-year Genesis To You & valet service
10-year 24/7 roadside assistance
10-year complimentary map updates
Choice of a five-year Chargefox subscription or a home A/C charger with installation
Dimension
2023 Genesis G80 models with conventional engines stretch 4995mm long, 1925mm wide (mirrors excluded), and 1465mm tall, all set on a 3010mm wheelbase. The Electrified G80 slightly exceeds these dimensions, being longer (5005mm) and taller (1475mm). Boot space for petrol models is 424L, while the electric variant offers 354L, with a tyre repair kit in lieu of a space-saver spare.
Luxury seekers can delight in the Genesis G80's 2.5T, available with an opulent Luxury Package priced at $13,000, or a combination of Sport Line and Luxury Packages for $19,000. Meanwhile, the 3.5T offers an exciting Sport Package at a cost of $6,000.
2023 Genesis G80 2.5T comes standard with the following equipment:
19-inch alloy wheels in Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres
Panoramic sunroof
Dual exhaust outlets
LED headlights
Automatic headlights
Automatic high-beam
LED daytime running lights
LED indicators
LED positioning lights
Rain-sensing wipers
Remote start
Electric parking brake with auto-hold
Reverse guide lights
Power-folding exterior mirrors
Genesis puddle lights
Solar control glass
Acoustic laminated windscreen, front door glass
Hands-free power boot lid
Leather upholstery
Leather-wrapped dash, door trims and centre console
Open pore wood trim
Stainless steel scuff plates
14.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system
Augmented reality navigation
DAB+ digital radio
Wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
8.0-inch instrument cluster screen
12.0-inch head-up display
Power tilt and telescopic steering column adjustment
Driver’s memory
12-way power-adjustable front seats with four-way lumbar
Heated and ventilated front seats
21-speaker Lexicon sound system
Dual-zone climate control
Active Sound Design
Adjustable ambient lighting
Rear door sunshades
Wireless phone charger
Electro-chromatic rear-view mirror
The optional Luxury Package only available on G80 2.5T RWD adds:
Intelligent Front-Lighting System (adaptive LED headlights)
Rear door acoustic laminated glass
Quilted Nappa leather upholstery
Suede headliner and pillars
Open-pore wood trim for the rear armrest console
12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
18-way power-adjustable Ergo Motion front seats with massaging
Smart Parking Assist
Remote Smart Parking Assist
Soft-close doors
Heated and ventilated rear outboard seats
Power rear outboard seats (40:20:40 split)
Power rear sunshade
Rear-seat entertainment system with dual 9.2-inch screens
Heated steering wheel
Rear armrest console controls
Rear wireless phone charger (removes one of the two rear USB outlets)
Tri-zone climate control
The optional Sport Line Package a only available on G80 2.5T RWD adds:
Road Preview Electronic Control Suspension
20-inch alloy wheels in Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres
‘Sport’ front and rear bumpers
Dark chrome exterior garnishes
‘Sport’ seat quilting
Three-spoke steering wheel
Real Carbon interior trim
Alloy pedals
The 3.5T version of the Genesis G80 comes equipped with all features offered in the Luxury package, alongside additions such as the innovative Road Preview Electronic Control Suspension and 20-inch alloy wheels fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires.
The optional Sport Package only available on G80 3.5T AWD adds:
Rear-wheel steering
Active Noise Control
Sport+ drive mode
Launch control
20-inch Sport alloy wheels, again fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires
'Sport' front and rear bumpers
Dark chrome exterior garnishes
Sport-style seat quilting
A three-spoke steering wheel
Real Carbon interior trim
Alloy pedals
The Electrified G80, while mostly aligned with the 3.5T in terms of features, presents a few unique elements. It trades the panoramic sunroof for a solar roof and drops the power-adjustable, ventilated outboard rear seats along with a single speaker, leaving a total of 20. In exchange, it comes with several distinctive features, such as:
Bio-processed quilted Nappa leather upholstery
A heat pump for energy-efficient cabin heating
Unique 19-inch alloy wheels shod in Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tires
Exclusive grille and bumper designs
Colours
G80 2.5T and 3.5T Variants
All 2.5T and 3.5T models come standard with a striking metallic paint finish, while a distinctive matte paint upgrade is available at an additional $2,000. However, the matte paint option is exclusive to models equipped with both the Sport and Luxury Packages.
The color palette for the petrol models includes a diverse range of shades:
Uyuni White
Saville Silver
Valencia Gold
Makalu Grey
Vik Black
Cavendish Red
Havana Red
Hallasan Green
Tasman Blue
Capri Blue
For a more unique aesthetic, matte finish options include Verbier White, Bond Silver, and Makalu Grey.
Inside, an array of colorways and trim combinations are offered, although not all interior options match with every exterior finish. The interior colorways comprise of:
Obsidian Black accented with Eucalyptus wood trim
Vanilla Beige with Eucalyptus wood trim
Havana Brown alongside Olive Ash wood trim
Forest Blue adorned with Olive Ash wood trim
Dune Beige with Olive Ash wood trim (exclusively for Luxury models)
In addition, the 2.5T with Luxury & Sport Line Package and the 3.5T with Sport Package offer interiors in Obsidian Black, Vanilla Beige, and Sevilla Red, all paired with Carbon Grain trim.
Electrified G80
The eco-friendly Electrified G80 offers two premium interior colorways: Obsidian Black and Havana Brown, both complemented with sophisticated wood trim.
As with the petrol variants, the Electrified G80 comes with metallic paint as standard. There are also two premium options: a refined matte paint and a unique Matira Blue gloss finish, each available for an extra $2,000.
The Electrified G80 exterior color palette is just as varied and includes:
Verbier White (matte)
Makalu Grey (matte)
Makalu Grey
Saville Silver
Uyuni White
Vik Black
Hallasan Green
Capri Blue
Havana Red
Valencia Gold
Whether choosing the traditional petrol variants or the environmentally-friendly Electrified G80, Genesis offers a range of exterior and interior options to cater to every taste and style preference. From bright and bold to sleek and subdued, there's a colorway to suit every driver.
