2023 Genesis G80 Review

Name: 2023 Genesis G80
Brand: Genesis

Price Range: $27,995 - $48,998

Genesis G80 3.5T Sport Sedan Exterior. Prestige Package Shown.

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8.0

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edmunds TESTED

The second-generation 2023 Genesis G80 is to its predecessor the way Pulp Fiction is to Reservoir Dogs: the follow-up smash hit to the groundbreaking first attempt. Interior design and materials are on point, and the driving experience is thoroughly improved. This is a luxury sedan that bypasses the American and Japanese competition to truly go toe-to-toe with the German leaders in this class. However, a few missteps don't quite meet the standards set by top-tier rivals.

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Appraise My 2023 Genesis G80

Pros

Costs less than comparable luxury sedans in its class
Clean, attractive exterior design
Roomy interior features premium design cues and materials
Comfortable front seats

Cons

Not as smooth-riding as some competitors
Counterclockwise tachometer may be counterintuitive to some drivers
Cargo space is limited by a rear seat that won't fold flat

What's new

Fully electric version now available in certain states
Part of the second G80 generation introduced for 2021

Overview

Written by automotive expert Reese Counts

9/14/2022

The 2023 Genesis G80 is a midsize luxury sedan. With an attractive base price, lots of available features and an excellent warranty, the G80 is an impressive if not class-leading luxury car, and for 2023 it gets a significant update that few can match right now: an available all-electric powertrain. Dubbed the Electrified G80, this new electric car wasn't designed from the ground up to be an EV like its new sibling, the Genesis GV60. But it's still a compelling offering thanks to excellent real-world range and strong performance, in addition to the standard G80's already solid foundation.

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The Electrified G80, like the GV60, is capable of some very quick charging times. Genesis says that when connected to a high-power 350-kW DC fast charger, you can charge the battery pack from 10% to 80% capacity in just 22 minutes (assuming optimal conditions). The Electrified G80 performed well in our real-world range testing, driving more than 300 miles on a full charge. We found it to be quiet and comfortable on the road, with plenty of power and an excellent array of tech.

While there has been a shift away from sedans toward SUVs, the G80 — both electric and not — has a sizable and tough group of competitors to deal with. Midsize luxury car stalwarts like the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Audi A6 and BMW 5 Series are all starting to show a bit of age, though the trio remain strong (if more expensive) competition for the G80. Genesis also has the G70 and G90 sedans, which are smaller and larger, respectively, than the G80.

Finding competition for the Electrified G80 is a little more difficult. It's more expensive and larger than an EV like the Tesla Model 3 but isn't nearly as powerful or as pricey as the Tesla Model S, Mercedes-Benz EQS or Porsche Taycan. Range, both real-world and EPA, is very good for the Electrified G80 but not headline-worthy for an EV these days. The Electrified G80 has a comfortable and handsome interior, solid range and loads of standard tech. That's a good combination in our books. Check out our full rating for the Genesis G80 below.

Edmunds Expert Rating

edmunds TESTED

Driven, tested, rated by automotive expert Cameron Rogers

Good

8.0

out of 10

We drove the 2023 Genesis G80 on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Performance

8/10

How does the G80 drive? The redesigned G80 is a solid performer all around. The turbocharged V6, which is what we tested, has plenty of power whether you're hoofing it from a stop or need a squeeze of power on the highway. At our test track, our V6-equipped G80 test vehicle accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in 5.1 seconds. That's a bit slower than six-cylinder German rivals but right in the running with the Cadillac CT5 V-Series. Other highlights include smooth and quick transmission shifts and an unobtrusive engine stop-start system.

The G80 3.5T comes standard with an adaptive suspension. (It's otherwise optional on the 2.5T.) Put the car in its Sport mode and the suspension firms up and does a good job of reducing body roll when you drive around turns.

Comfort

8/10

How comfortable is the G80? The G80 is sport sedan adjacent, so it should be exceedingly comfortable, right? Yes. Mostly. The plush seats are wonderfully supportive and wide without making you feel like you're being swallowed by them. Other highlights include nicely sculpted rear outboard seats and quick heating for the seats and steering wheel.

Now for the "mostly" part. We expected more from the G80's trick road-scanning adaptive suspension. Overall tuning is on the soft side when you put the car in Normal mode. Pleasingly, there's no residual bounciness after traveling over bigger bumps. However, the ride can get overly brittle over cracked pavement. There's also some noticeable road noise, though wind and engine noise is sufficiently muted.

Interior

8/10

How’s the interior? An agreeable ride height and narrow door sills make it easy to get in and out of the G80. The driver literally has the best seat in the house, with additional adjustments (including massage) that aren't available on the front passenger seat. The view outward, though not bunker-like, is hampered slightly by thick front and rear pillars and a tall decklid. Certain features included on our test vehicle — including surround-view and blind-spot cameras — definitely help.

Once inside, tall folks might notice their hair brushing against the headliner in either row. Sub-6-footers should have no problem, however, and you can always slouch a little and take advantage of the prodigious amount of legroom.

The dashboard layout and design are attractive, with a pleasing selection of physical buttons for controls that you might use frequently. The touchpad/wheel infotainment controller presents an initial learning curve. Some of our drivers found it became second nature after some practice, but others never warmed up to it. The display is a short but ultra-wide touchscreen. Touching the right side of it from the driver's seat can be a stretch.

Technology

8/10

How’s the tech? The 21-speaker Lexicon audio system is mind-blowing. Throw on some hip-hop or electronica, and you'll feel the bass in your bones. Even at higher volumes, the speakers did not distort or get muddy. We've experienced inferior systems in Bentleys. The navigation system offers multiple input methods for easy destination search, and the maps display is bright and free of clutter. Using the touchpad/wheel can be distracting, and the voice recognition system returns hits as often as misses. Audi's MMI and Mercedes' MBUX are much better.

The driver aids are fine. The adaptive cruise control works well but the lane centering feature will sometimes ping-pong the vehicle to either side of the lane. That's not terribly unusual at this stage of automated technology development, but rivals are a little bit smarter. A larger dip in surface pavement caused the collision mitigation braking feature to trigger and momentarily pump the brakes. This is totally unacceptable on any vehicle.

Storage

7.5/10

How’s the storage? At 13.1 cubic feet, the G80's trunk is larger than the CT5's, the same as the Mercedes-Benz E-Class' but a bit smaller than the BMW 5 Series'. It is quite deep, however, and there are pockets with nets behind each of the wheelwells. Interior storage space is more impressive, with numerous large bins and trays sprinkled throughout the cabin.

Got kids? It can be initially difficult to install a child safety seat because the lower car seat anchors are not as easily accessible as those in other luxury sedans. But once you've got that done, the large rear doors and expansive rear legroom make it easy to get infants in and out.

Fuel Economy

7.5/10

How’s the fuel economy? The V6-powered, all-wheel-drive G80 is rated at 19 mpg combined (16 city/25 highway). These numbers aren't stellar for the class, especially since the big three Germans all use mild hybrid powertrains that boost fuel economy. That said, we achieved 24.1 mpg on our mixed-driving 115-mile evaluation route, illustrating that the EPA's numbers should be easy to achieve in real-world driving.

Value

8/10

Is the G80 a good value? Value has always been a Genesis strong suit, and the G80 starts off thousands of dollars less than its German competition. However, our fully loaded test G80 cost more than $69,000, which is only slightly less expensive than similarly equipped top-tier rivals. Conclusion: The G80's best value is lower on the trim ladder.

Interior materials are a pleasant mix of leather, faux leather, open-pore wood and aluminum. The overall effect is simply stunning, especially when you compare this G80 against its predecessor. That said, our tester exhibited a popping noise after hitting a bump or turning the wheel full lock at low speeds, which really marred the luxury experience.

Genesis' warranty coverage can't be beat: five years/60,000 miles bumper-to-bumper and 10 years/100,000 miles for the powertrain. Three years/unlimited miles for roadside assistance is a little stingy, but three years of complimentary maintenance is among the segment's best.

Wildcard

8.5/10

The G80 is supremely comfortable in most situations, whether you're stuck in traffic, puttering around town, or cruising on the highway. It's a little slower and less fun to toss around than Germany's best, but the G80 gives you 95% of what you'd expect from a midsize luxury sedan.

Genesis' new shield-like grille is an acquired taste, but you have to admit the G80 doesn't blend into the ether of parking lots anymore. The new cabin design is also hugely impressive compared to the previous model. While the first-generation G80 did a great job differentiating itself from its Hyundai roots, the second-gen model allows Genesis to forge its own distinct identity.

2023 Genesis G80 trim level differences

The 2023 Genesis G80 is available in four variants: 2.5T RWD, 2.5T AWD, 3.5T Sport and Electrified. The 2.5T models use a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine (300 horsepower, 311 lb-ft) paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and either rear-wheel or all-wheel drive. The 3.5T Sport uses a turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 (375 hp, 391 lb-ft) and comes standard with all-wheel drive. The Electrified G80 swaps that entire powertrain out for an 87.2-kWh battery pack and an electric motor mounted at each axle (365 hp, 516 lb-ft), giving the all-electric G80 all-wheel drive. Compare the 2023 Genesis G80 trim levels in-depth.

Which G80 trim does Edmunds recommend?

As there are no significant changes, we suggest going with the 2.5T AWD equipped with the Prestige package if you want a gas-powered model. The 3.5T is compelling, but it doesn't offer quite the value of the 2.5T AWD.

Cost to Drive

Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

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Reliability

The 2023 Genesis G80 has a 5 years / 60,000 miles basic warranty and 4 recalls. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.

Recalls

4 recalls found

Checking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.

If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Recall Number:: 26V229000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 033G
Number of vehicles affected:: 94760
Defect Description:: 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.
Defect Consequence:: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk mailed June 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Genesis' number for this recall is 033G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 11, 2026.

Recall Number:: 25V105000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 026G
Number of vehicles affected:: 32594
Defect Description:: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain Genesis 2023-2024 G80, GV80, 2025 GV70 and 2023-2025 GV70 "Electrified" vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Defect Consequence:: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will inspect and update the instrument panel display software, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's number for this recall is 026G.

Recall Number:: 24V282000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 022G
Number of vehicles affected:: 31440
Defect Description:: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, GV80, G80, and G90 vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Defect Consequence:: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 7, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 022G. This recall is an expansion of recall number 23V-630.

Recall Number:: 23V094000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 012G
Number of vehicles affected:: 65517
Defect Description:: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Genesis GV80, 2021-2023 Genesis G80, 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, and 2023 Genesis GV60 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Defect Consequence:: An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. For GV60 owners, Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 14, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 012G. This recall supersedes and expands recall number 21V-796. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-796 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Warranty

5 years / 60,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 10 years / 100,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 7 years / unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 5 years / unlimited miles
Free maintenance Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles

Genesis G80 Reviews

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2023 G80 Features & Specs

Trim:

2.5T

MSRP (New) Excludes Destination Fee	$50,000
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	26 MPG
Cost to Drive	$219/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	13.1 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	5 years / 60,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the G80 models:

Highway Driving Assist II: Combines adaptive cruise control, the lane keeping system and a lane-change assistance system to make long-distance highway travel easier.
Junction Turning and Crossing: Monitors for unsafe situations in intersections and can automatically brake the Genesis to prevent unsafe turns.
Rear Occupant Alert: Uses sensors to detect the presence of rear passengers and can alert the driver both before and after he or she exits the vehicle.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver4 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover5 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover10.1%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good

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