2021 HYUNDAI GENESIS G80 - $47,700. - $66,125.
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he 2021 Genesis G80 builds on the groundwork laid by its predecessors, offering more technology, driving aids and luxury features than ever before. Genesis has also given it the quad headlight design and large grille that it first introduced on the new GV80 SUV and refreshed G90 large sedan. The G80 is powered by your choice of two engines. The previously standard V6 has been replaced by a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder producing 300 horsepower. For more power, there's a new turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 with 375 hp. Rear-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is optional for the latest G80. From its unique double headlights and gigantic pentagonal grille to its slippery bodywork and sloping roofline, the all-new 2021 Genesis G80 is a rolling beauty. The shapely sedan is inspired by the company's new GV80 SUV, which also looks the part of a high-class luxury vehicle without the high-end price tag. Both entries are Genesis' attempt to usher in a new era and increase its cachet as a burgeoning luxury brand. The G80 slots in between the smaller G70 and the larger G90 sedans, and it's expected to compete with mid-size luxury. It's a pretty compelling package. The most popular among the various trim levels appears to be the 2.5T Advanced, which adds several high-end features that easily justify the price increase over the standard car. The Advance trim comes standard with 19-inch wheels, a panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, three-zone automatic climate control, a power trunk-lid, and a 21-speaker Lexicon stereo system. All G80s come with rear-wheel drive as standard but all-wheel drive is available for an extra fee. The entry-level G80 comes with a standard turbocharged 2.5-liter inline-four-cylinder engine that makes 300 horsepower. Buyers seeking quicker acceleration will want to opt for the more powerful twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 with 375 horsepower. Both engines pair with an eight-speed automatic transmission and either rear- or all-wheel drive. While we haven't had the chance to test the V-6 model, the turbocharged four-cylinder snapped off a perky 5.7-second zero-to-60-mph time at our test track. The G80 provides a relaxed ride, effortless steering, and dutiful brakes, but it doesn't feel as athletic as some rivals. The EPA estimates the 2021 G80 with the base four-cylinder engine will earn up to 23 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway. Opting for the more powerful twin-turbo V-6 brings ratings of 19 mpg city and 27 highway. Once we have the opportunity to run one on our 75-mph highway fuel-economy route, which is part of our extensive testing regimen, we can evaluate its real-world mpg. With its primary focus as a luxury car, the G80 offers a properly upscale interior. Its cabin showcases an elegant design with a streamlined dashboard, soft-touch surfaces, and rich-looking materials. The steering wheel has an rotary shift knob near other circular-shaped controls. The sedan offers a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, ambient interior lighting, a head-up display, heated and ventilated front and rear seats, and more. The new G80 has more headroom and legroom than the outgoing model. A huge 14.5-inch touchscreen sprouts from the top of the dashboard and acts as the hub for the G80's infotainment system. The display can be manipulated via a circular controller on the center console as well as buttons on the steering wheel and voice commands. The Genesis sedan offers a host of driver-assistance technology as well as a cool feature called Smart Park. The system allows the driver to maneuver the car in and out of tight parking spot without actually being at the controls.
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