2019 Genesis G80

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Rating7.5

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Fullsize Sedan
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$42,050 - $59,500
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 2, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Capacious cabin

Mediocre gas mileage

The 2019 G80 remains identical to its predecessor

Elegant exterior

Base engine feels underpowered

Potent V6 engines

Smooth ride

Plenty of features

Specs & Features

$42,050

price

311 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

293 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.8L 6cyl RWD 8A

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

The 2019 Genesis G80 makes for an excellent contender in the midsize sedan segment. With three trims on offer, the 2019 Genesis G80 retails at a base MSRP of $43,045 competing directly with the Lexus GS 350, the Lincoln Continental and the Cadillac CT6. With the three trim levels, the Genesis G80 offers 3 powertrains. The base engine is a 3.8L V6 engine capable of making 311 horsepower and 293 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 365 horsepower-making 3.3L twin-turbocharged V6 engine. Both engines are mated to a 8-speed automatic transmission. The Genesis G80 reaches 60 MPH from zero in 6.4 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 5.4 seconds with the available 3.3L twin turbocharged V6 engine. Depending on the powertrain, the Genesis G80 can manage a combined fuel economy between 20 and 19 mpg. While we're on the topic of choices, the 9 striking colors the Genesis G80 comes in really pull you towards itself.

Buying Advice

Many shoppers will be best served by the G80 3.8 trim at the entry level. In addition to a powerful V6 engine, it comes standard with a reliable array of tech and safety features. Performance-oriented shoppers should consider the turbocharged 3.3T or V8-powered G80 5.0.

Trims

    Base
    $42,050 onwards
    • Engine: 3.8L 6cyl RWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 311 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 293 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.9 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 21 mpg
    Sport
    $55,250 onwards
    • Engine: 3.3L 6cyl RWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 365 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 376 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.4 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 20 mpg
    Ultimate
    $57,000 onwards
    • Engine: 5.0L 8cyl RWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 420 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 383 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.8 sec
    • Top Speed: 183 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 19 mpg

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Price

$42,050- $59,500

Engine

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Rating

7.53

Horsepower

420 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

383 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

Capacity

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Gasoline

6.54

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Gasoline

7.42

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7.2

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630 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm

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Gasoline

6.8

304 hp @ 6800 rpm

264 lb.-ft. @ 5300 rpm

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Gasoline

6.46

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Gasoline

7.85

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Gasoline

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Gasoline

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Gasoline

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2019 Genesis G80 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    5.9 sec--
    3.7 sec11.7 sec-
    4.23 sec12.6 sec160 mph
    2019 Audi S4

    Ranked #3

    4.4 sec13.1 sec155 mph
    4.4 sec14.7 sec143 mph
    4.7 sec13.3 sec-

    2019 Genesis G80 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      18 mpg26 mpg21 mpg20.3 gal.385.7/548.1 mi.
      26 mpg36 mpg30 mpg15.6 gal.405.6/561.6 mi.
      26 mpg30 mpg28 mpg14.9 gal.387.4/447 mi.
      25 mpg34 mpg28 mpg19.5 gal.487.5/663 mi.
      24 mpg34 mpg28 mpg19.2 gal.468/663 mi.
      24 mpg34 mpg27 mpg18 gal.432/612 mi.

      2019 Genesis G80 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        196.5 in.74.4 in.58.3 in.5.3 in.118.5 in.
        210 in.79.9 in.76.4 in.9.7 in.122.5 in.
        205.8 in.74 in.58 in.8 in.122.4 in.
        2019 Kia K900

        Ranked #3

        201.6 in.75.4 in.58.7 in.5.3 in.122.2 in.
        201.4 in.75.3 in.58.5 in.6 in.117.9 in.
        200.9 in.72.9 in.59.4 in.7 in.111.7 in.

        2019 Genesis G80 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          15.3 cu.ft.107.7 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.
          2019 Audi A6

          Ranked #1

          13.7 cu.ft.101.5 cu.ft.323.1 cu.ft.
          2019 Audi S4

          Ranked #2

          13 cu.ft.64.3 cu.ft.131.7 cu.ft.
          14.3 cu.ft.99 cu.ft.14.3 cu.ft.
          23.3 cu.ft.93.8 cu.ft.40.9 cu.ft.
          19.3 cu.ft.-103.3 cu.ft.

          2019 Genesis G80 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            54.1 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.-
            57.5 cu.ft.20.7 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.-
            6.9 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.-
            103.3 cu.ft.19.3 cu.ft.103.3 cu.ft.87 ft.
            48.9 cu.ft.12.6 cu.ft.48.9 cu.ft.-
            14.9 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.-

            2019 Genesis G80 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -1074 lbs.4195 lbs.
              8700 lbs.1620 lbs.5685 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1195 lbs.3574 lbs.
              3500 lbs.-3660 lbs.
              2000 lbs.1525 lbs.3810 lbs.
              2000 lbs.950 lbs.3870 lbs.

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