2019
Genesis G80

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Available trims

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  • 3.8L RWD
    Starts at
    $42,050
    18 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 3.8L AWD
    Starts at
    $44,550
    18 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 3.3T Sport RWD
    Starts at
    $55,250
    17 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5.0L Ultimate RWD
    Starts at
    $57,000
    16 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 3.3T Sport AWD
    Starts at
    $57,750
    17 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5.0L Ultimate AWD
    Starts at
    $59,500
    15 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Mid-size luxury sedan
Rear- or all-wheel drive
Standard 311-hp V-6 engine
V-8, twin-turbo V-6 available
Automatic emergency braking standard
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay standard

The good & the bad

The good

Comfortable seats
Materials befitting a luxury vehicle
Smooth power from base V-6
Roomy backseat
Plethora of standard safety features

The bad

Not very exciting to drive
Steering too vague
Fuel economy
Lack of USB charge points in backseat
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Expert 2019 Genesis G80 review

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What Is the 2019 Genesis G80?

The Genesis G80 mid-size luxury sedan slots between the G70 compact sports sedan and the full-size G90. The base version comes with a 311-horsepower, 3.8-liter V-6 engine, while the 3.3T Sport is powered by a 365-hp, twin-turbo V-6. The range-topping 5.0 Ultimate uses a 420-hp, 5.0-liter V-8. All three engines are available with rear- or all-wheel drive and team with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Competitors include the Lexus GS and Audi A6.

What's New on the 2019 Genesis G80?

A new 3.8 Sport Package for G80s with the 3.8-liter V-6 includes copper and dark-chrome exterior accents, different bumper styling and rockers, dual exhaust tips, special 19-inch wheels, sport pedals and a sport steering wheel. The G80's 8-inch touchscreen multimedia system has also been updated.

What Features in the 2019 Genesis G80 Are Most Important?

Performance-minded drivers should pay attention to the G80 Sport, which packs a respectable amount of power under the hood, aggressive looks and an adaptive suspension.

Standard active safety features include automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert, lane change assist, and adaptive cruise control with stop and go capability. Standard convenience features include a hands-free power-opening trunk lid, leather upholstery, heated front seats, a power-adjustable steering wheel and an 8-inch touchscreen navigation system. Luxury options include ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a panoramic sunroof, wireless device charging, rear sunshades, a heated steering wheel and a choice of Lexicon audio systems.

Should I Buy the 2019 Genesis G80?

The Genesis brand name doesn't have the cachet of established luxury brands like Mercedes-Benz and BMW, but the G80 nonetheless has many appealing attributes, like an upscale and roomy interior, comfortable front seats and a refined standard V-6. The driving experience emphasizes comfort over performance, but if value for your money is important to you, the G80 is worth a look because it delivers that in a big way. 

2019 Genesis G80 review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2019 Genesis G80?

The Genesis G80 mid-size luxury sedan slots between the G70 compact sports sedan and the full-size G90. The base version comes with a 311-horsepower, 3.8-liter V-6 engine, while the 3.3T Sport is powered by a 365-hp, twin-turbo V-6. The range-topping 5.0 Ultimate uses a 420-hp, 5.0-liter V-8. All three engines are available with rear- or all-wheel drive and team with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Competitors include the Lexus GS and Audi A6.

What's New on the 2019 Genesis G80?

A new 3.8 Sport Package for G80s with the 3.8-liter V-6 includes copper and dark-chrome exterior accents, different bumper styling and rockers, dual exhaust tips, special 19-inch wheels, sport pedals and a sport steering wheel. The G80's 8-inch touchscreen multimedia system has also been updated.

What Features in the 2019 Genesis G80 Are Most Important?

Performance-minded drivers should pay attention to the G80 Sport, which packs a respectable amount of power under the hood, aggressive looks and an adaptive suspension.

Standard active safety features include automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert, lane change assist, and adaptive cruise control with stop and go capability. Standard convenience features include a hands-free power-opening trunk lid, leather upholstery, heated front seats, a power-adjustable steering wheel and an 8-inch touchscreen navigation system. Luxury options include ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a panoramic sunroof, wireless device charging, rear sunshades, a heated steering wheel and a choice of Lexicon audio systems.

Should I Buy the 2019 Genesis G80?

The Genesis brand name doesn't have the cachet of established luxury brands like Mercedes-Benz and BMW, but the G80 nonetheless has many appealing attributes, like an upscale and roomy interior, comfortable front seats and a refined standard V-6. The driving experience emphasizes comfort over performance, but if value for your money is important to you, the G80 is worth a look because it delivers that in a big way. 

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Safety review

Based on the 2019 Genesis G80 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
4/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
5/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
4/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
9.5%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
4/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
9.5%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
5 years / 60,000 miles
Corrosion
7 years
Powertrain
10 years / 100,000 miles
Maintenance
3 years / 36,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Basic
6-Year / 75,000-Mile
Dealer certification
191-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

76% of drivers recommend this car
4.4 / 5
Based on 30 reviews
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Comfort 4.7
Interior 4.8
Performance 4.6
Value 4.7
Exterior 4.8
Reliability 4.6

Most recent

  • By Kj232009 from Upper Marlboro, MD
    Owns this car
    March 26, 2023

    Torque your lug nuts tight

    The car is the best I have ever owned, traded in a 2016 Lexus ES350 Ultra and my G80 blows it away in ever category. I1 THING IVE LEARNED IS WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE BEING 95 TO 100LBS IS VERY IMPORTANT WITH THIS CAR BEING 4,700 POUNDS PLUS. AND EACH RIM WITH TIRE IS ALMOST 30 POUNDS EACH. ONCE I TORQUED THE WHEELS TO 100LB WITH TORQUE WRENCH THE ROAD WANDER, BRAKE SHUDDER COMPLETELY WENT AWAY.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By 2018 G80 Sport from Phoenix AZ
    Owns this car
    January 31, 2023

    Good but not great

    Both mirrors had to be replaced and the driver side camera. Driver seat bolster now has quit working at 23k miles. Probably won’t buy another Genesis and wait times are ridiculous for service when something needs to be fixed.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • By Louis Amari from Orland Park
    Owns this car
    June 6, 2021

    Best car I have ever owned.

    This car has everything that you could want in a car. Plus its a great car to drive and performance is spectacular. And the ride is great.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By WayneR from OAK LAWN
    Owns this car
    December 15, 2020

    I really like my G80

    I really like my G80 Genesis (no-turbo). I really appreciate all the new technology in the car that makes it a joy to drive. I have had the car for 13 months now with minor issues. It did take a while to get used to and familiar with all the new technology with my last car being a 2012 Sonata, which my wife and I also liked very much. And more wind noise that I expected at highway speeds, otherwise the G80 is fun to drive, roomy and well appointed. We really like the heated seats(both front & rear) and heated steering wheel especially during the cold weather in the Chicago area and the cooling in the seats during the hot summer days. We have had NO mechanical issues with the G80.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Former Nissan Fan from North Haledon, NJ
    Owns this car
    October 28, 2020

    Quiet, Comfortable, Fast

    I never expected to buy a Hyundai - but after researching Infiniti, Volvo and Genesis I settled on the G80. Infiniti and Nissan have fallen behind the pack in keeping their line-up fresh and I decided early against the Q50. I did like the Volvo S60 and had it not been for the larger interior space in the G80, I may have been driving that car. But, once I got behind the wheel of the G80 with the 3.3L turbo, I was sold. Also, the seating is very comfortable and the interior is quiet. I love the sound system as well. Included are a long list of convenience and safety features and the sport package adds an upgrade in styling to the exterior in my opinion. Add in all-wheel-drive and a price many thousands less than BMW and MB and the value is definitely there. Are there some annoyances with the car - yes. The color of the front bumper is a shade off from the rest of the car which is a random issue with the red that I bought. I've learned to live with it. It does have an annoying creak in the headliner, which as I research more I see that it may be related to the the glass roof. This I think is a problem I can solve on my own. I'd suspect any new car would come with something and if these are the 2 areas where this car has fallen short, I'd still buy it again. Add in a 5 year/60K mile bumper to bumper warranty and a 10 year/100,000 mile powertrain warranty and I don't think you can go wrong.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Unimpressed from Woodbridge, VA
    Owns this car
    July 29, 2020

    Wobbly ride

    My first impression of the 2019 Genesis was mid blowing. Being a 6ft 6 man the leg and head room in this car is very impressive. The let down for me has been with the ride. The car rides and feels as if your always driving on uneven roads. Between the speeds of 43-60 feels as if one or several of the tires or rims are out of balance or bent. The tires have been changed twice, road forced multiple times and after a couple days back to wobble and uneven ride. I've owned two Audis, Acura, three Nissans and a Chevrolet never have I experienced a ride so off like with this Genesis G80. Great technology and style just unimpressed with the ride.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Gdp from Nokesville, Va
    Owns this car
    April 7, 2020

    Nice luxury car

    Luxury at a reasonable price, with a 10 year warranty. Can’t get this luxury and performance (3.3L twin turbo) at this price any where else.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Chukar from Cumming Ga
    Owns this car
    April 4, 2020

    Like driving a responsive cloud

    This is luxury with a sportiness that can't be ignored! Great handling, great responsiveness, great comfort, and great price! Looking for mid sized luxury? Check out the Genesis G80!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By DMod from Sykesville. MD
    Owns this car
    January 29, 2020

    Genesis has vibration problem with G80 AWD 3.8L

    Bought the car in June and from day one it had a vibration problem between 27-31 MPH. Corporate has had their engineers looking at the problem with no resolution. Ours is not the only one reported with the problem. Corp offered to buy it back with a trade up to a 2020 G80 AWD. We test drove one and it too had the same vibration issue. Genesis has a vibration problem with 2019-20 G80 AWD 3.8l but hasn't corrected it nor formally addressed it. If the NFL only knew!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By JC from Glens Falls NY
    Owns this car
    January 26, 2020

    Exc.ellent luxury vehicle

    Extremely comfortable, pleasant to drive and great looking vehicle with easy to operate systems and devices. The 3 drive methods-normal, eco and sport are remarkably good.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By smoothrunning from Oxford Ct
    Used to own this car
    January 15, 2020

    The Genesis far exceeds my previous auto a BMW 5

    Great handling car, very powerful engine running on regular gasoline and the technology all work easily. Included door to door routine service pick up and a great added convenience
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Stephen from Somerset ,KY
    Owns this car
    January 6, 2020

    Great new 2019 g80 sport

    Very comfortable ride, fast & has everything I could ask for. Has a great warranty but bought the extended bumber to bumper 10yr 100k for around $1200.00. First day I drove it, people in the parking lot asked what it was because it was "beautiful" The sport awd model has it all. Love diving this car.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2019 Genesis G80?

The 2019 Genesis G80 is available in 3 trim levels:

  • 3.3T Sport (2 styles)
  • 3.8L (2 styles)
  • 5.0L Ultimate (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2019 Genesis G80?

The 2019 Genesis G80 offers up to 18 MPG in city driving and 26 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2019 Genesis G80 reliable?

The 2019 Genesis G80 has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2019 Genesis G80 owners.

Is the 2019 Genesis G80 a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2019 Genesis G80. 76.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.4 / 5
Based on 30 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.7
  • Interior: 4.8
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.7
  • Exterior: 4.8
  • Reliability: 4.6

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