Overview
The 2017 Genesis G80 is a luxury midsize sedan offered in 2 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $41,400. For that price, it mainly competes with the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, the BMW 5 Series, and the Audi A6. Between 4 trims, the Genesis G80 offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 3.8L V6 engine capable of making 310 horsepower and 293 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 420 horsepower-making 5.0L V8 engine. Both engines are mated to an 8-Speed Automatic transmission.
The Genesis G80 reaches 60 MPH from zero in 6.1 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 5.4 seconds with the 5.0L V8 engine. Depending on the powertrain, the Genesis G80 can manage a combined fuel economy between 22 and 18 MPG. While we're on the topic of choices, the 8+ striking colors the Genesis G80 comes in really pull you towards itself.
