The Genesis G80 is a luxury Sedan made by Genesis since 2016.
| Genesis G80 | |
|---|---|
 2021 Genesis G80 (RG3) | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Genesis Motor (Hyundai) |
| Production |
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| Model years | 2017–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Executive car (E) |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Hyundai Genesis |
First Generation (2016-2020)
change| First generation | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Model code | DH |
| Production | March 2016 – 2020 |
| Model years | 2017–2020 |
| Assembly | South Korea: Ulsan (Hyundai Motors Ulsan Plant) Russia: Kaliningrad (Avtotor)[1] |
| Designer | Kim Ki-Euk (Sport)[2] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Layout | |
| Platform | Hyundai M2 |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 3,010 mm (118.5 in)[3] |
| 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 Genesis G80 was first introduced in 2013 as the second generation of the Hyundai Genesis after Genesis became a separate luxury division it was renamed to G80 and is basically a updated version of the Genesis that debuted at the North American International Auto Show in 2016.[4] followed later in the Busan Motor Show.[5] it was put on sale in South Korea in July and in the United States it was put on sale in 2017.
The car has a 2.0 liter turbo 3.3 liter 3.8 V6 and a 5.0 liter V8 gasoline engines and a 2.2 liter diesel engine with only a 8-speed automatic transmission a sportier version called Genesis G80 Sport was debuted also at the Busan Motor Show.[6] followed later in the Los Angeles Auto Show in 2016.[7] and in the North American International Auto Show in 2017 it has a 3.3 liter turbo gasoline engine.
Second Generation (2020-present)
change| Second generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Model code | RG3 |
| Also called | Genesis Electrified G80 (EV)[8][9] |
| Production | April 2020 – present |
| Model years | 2021–present |
| Assembly | South Korea: Ulsan (Hyundai Motors Ulsan Plant) |
| Designer | Luc Donckerwolke |
| Body and chassis | |
| Layout |
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| Platform | Hyundai-Kia M3[10] |
| Related | Genesis GV80 |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Electric motor | 2x Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (Electrified G80) |
| Transmission | 8-speed A8LR1/A8TR1 automatic 1-speed reduction gear (Electrified G80) |
| Battery |
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| 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) |
The Second generation Genesis G80 is designated RG3 it was officialy revealed via a online livestream in 2020 and was put on sale in the United States in the same year.[11] there are people who consider this the third generation of the Hyundai Genesis because the First generation G80 was first launched as the second generation of the Genesis and renamed to G80 in 2016.
The car has a 2.5 liter turbo and a 3.5 liter turbo V6 gasoline engines and a 2.2 liter diesel engine with a 8-speed automatic transmission a electric version called Electrified G80 was launched in Shanghai Auto Show in April 2021.[12] the version has two electric motors one in each axle a long wheel base version and has a interior made with organic materials the G80 Sport (like the previous gen is also a sportier version) was also launched in August 2021.[13] the normal G80 and the electric versions were facelifted in 2023 as a 2024 model.[14]
Markets
changeThe Genesis G80 and the Electrified G80 are sold worldwide mainly in North America Europe Australia South Korea and etc a long wheel base version of the Electrified G80 was even used as the official car at the 2022 G20 Bali summit.
References
change- ↑ ""Автотор" начал производство Genesis G80". Рамблер/авто (in Russian). 24 April 2017. Retrieved 24 May 2018.
- ↑ USD823731S1, Kim, Ki Euk, "Automobile", issued 2018-07-24
- ↑ Genesis G80 specifications. Car & Driver. Retrieved May 28, 2017.
- ↑ "The Hyundai Genesis is dead! Long live the Genesis G80!". Autoblog. 12 January 2016.
- ↑ "2017 Genesis G80 debuts in Korea with new Sport trim". Motor Authority. 2 June 2016.
- ↑ "Genesis Reveals Twin-Turbo G80 Sport At The Busan Motor Show [w/Video]". Carscoops.com. June 2, 2016.
- ↑ "Official Media Site – Genesis Newsroom". genesisnewsusa.com.
- ↑ "Genesis Premieres the First Electric Vehicle at Auto Shanghai 2021". news.hyundaimotorgroup.com. Archived from the original on 2021-04-19. Retrieved 2025-01-14.
- ↑ Capparella, Joey (April 19, 2021). "Genesis Shows New EV Variant of G80 Luxury Sedan". Car and Driver.
- ↑ "All-New Luxury, All-New Platform – The 2021 Genesis G80 & GV80 – Luxury Begins With The Right Foundation". prnewswire.com (Press release).
- ↑ [LIVESTREAM] THE ALL-NEW GENESIS G80 LAUNCH, 29 March 2020, retrieved 2020-03-30
- ↑ "Genesis Electrified G80 First Look: Genny Goes Electric". 《MotorTrend》. Retrieved April 20, 2021.
- ↑ "2022 Genesis G80 Sport Technical Specs Released, New Images Published". Motor1. Retrieved August 10, 2021.
- ↑ Hickey, Jordan (14 December 2023). "2024 Genesis G80 facelift revealed, Australian timing confirmed". WhichCar. Retrieved 27 March 2024.