Overview
Genesis’s latest approach to electrification is to shoehorn EV powertrains into its existing lineup of excellent luxury vehicles. One result is this 2024 Electrified G80—a silly name, we agree—which retains everything we love about the regular G80 sedan and drops in a 365-hp dual-motor powertrain and a battery pack large enough for up to 282 miles of driving per charge. Seems smart to us. Not only do you get an EV with a competitive driving range, but you also get to indulge in the Genesis brand’s unique take on luxury. Its leather-lined cabin is a perfectly pleasant place to spend time, and from behind the wheel, the Electrified G80 satisfies with both straight-line speed and composed handling. The only difference you might notice—other than the lack of a combustion engine whirring away under the hood—is slightly reduced interior volume when compared with the G80. That was required to create room for the Electrified’s battery pack.
What’s New for 2024?
For its second year on the market, Genesis has made no changes to the Electrified G80 sedan. It remains a posh and gentle luxury car with a competitive EV powertrain.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
The Electrified G80 is offered only in loaded Prestige form, which comes standard with plenty of luxurious features, including leather upholstery, wood trim, and a Lexicon premium stereo system.
EV Motor, Power, and Performance
A pair of electric motors—one on each axle—gives the Electrified G80 all-wheel drive and a combined 365 horsepower. Acceleration is brisk, and at our test track the Electrified G80 hit 60 mph in 4.1 seconds. That result puts the Electrified G80 0.6 second ahead of the V-6-powered G80 Sport to 60 mph. The chassis feels just as lithe as the gasoline-powered model, and the Electrified G80 comes standard with a rear-wheel-steering system. All it’s missing is the familiar purr of a gasoline engine. Highway cruising is steady, comfortable, and quiet as well.
Range, Charging, and Battery Life
Sandwiched under the Electrified G80’s floorboards is an 87.2-kWh battery pack that is good for an estimated 282 miles of range per charge. On our 75-mph highway fuel-economy test route, we observed an impressive 280 miles of range. We tested Genesis’s claim that the battery can be charged from 10 to 80 percent in about 22 minutes when hooked up to a 350-kW DC fast-charger and were satisfied with the result. Charging time lengthens to seven hours when the vehicle is plugged in to a Level 2 outlet.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPGe
Fuel-economy numbers from the EPA are set at 105 MPGe city and 89 MPGe highway. That’s similar to what the Mercedes-Benz EQS achieves but behind rivals such as the BMW i4 and the Tesla Model S. For more information about the Electrified G80’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
Squeezing the battery pack into the G80 led to some minor changes inside the cabin that are not obvious in photos. For instance, headroom is reduced slightly in both the front and rear seats; taller riders will notice the headliner is a bit too close to the top of their head. Trunk space also shrinks by two cubic feet. Still, the interior is a sweet place to spend time, with a posh-looking design and premium materials throughout. The Electrified G80 comes only in loaded Prestige form, so it’s decked out with soft leather upholstery and attractive wood trim.
Infotainment and Connectivity
A wide 14.5-inch touchscreen sprouts from the top of the dashboard and acts as the hub for the Electrified G80’s infotainment system. The display is manipulated via a circular controller on the center console as well as buttons on the steering wheel and voice commands. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are both standard, as is a powerful Lexicon audio system.
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
The Electrified G80 offers a host of driver-assistance technology as well as a cool feature called Smart Park. Also available on select Hyundai models, the system allows the driver to maneuver the car in and out of tight parking spots without actually being at the controls. (Try it if you dare. We’ll let you know how well it works when we get a chance to sample it.) For more information about the Electrified G80’s crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
- Standard automated emergency braking
- Standard lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist
- Standard adaptive cruise control with a lane-centering feature
Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
Genesis provides a remarkable limited warranty and the longest powertrain coverage in the biz. It also supplements those noteworthy protections with one of the better complimentary maintenance plans available, apart from Jaguar’s unbeatable five years or 60,000 miles.
- Limited warranty covers five years or 60,000 miles
- Powertrain warranty covers 10 years or 100,000 miles
- Complimentary maintenance is covered for three years or 36,000 miles
Specifications
Specifications
2023 Genesis Electrified G80
Vehicle Type: front- and rear-motor, all-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door sedan
PRICE (C/D EST)
$80,000
POWERTRAIN
Front Motor: permanent-magnet synchronous AC
Rear Motor: permanent-magnet synchronous AC
Combined Power: 365 hp
Combined Torque: 516 lb-ft
Battery Pack: liquid-cooled lithium-ion, 87.2 kWh
Onboard Charger: 10.9 kW
Transmissions, F/R: direct-drive
CHASSIS
Suspension, F/R: multilink/multilink
Brakes, F/R: 14.2-in vented disc/14.2-in vented disc
Tires: Michelin Primacy Tour A/S
F: 245/45R-19 102W M+S GOE
R: 275/40R-19 105W M+S GOE
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase: 118.5 in
Length: 197.0 in
Width: 75.8 in
Height: 57.9 in
Passenger Volume: 100 ft3
Trunk Volume: 11 ft3
Curb Weight: 5047 lb
C/D TEST RESULTS
60 mph: 4.1 sec
100 mph: 11.3 sec
1/4-Mile: 12.8 sec @ 106 mph
130 mph: 22.5 sec
Results above omit 1-ft rollout of 0.3 sec.
Rolling Start, 5–60 mph: 4.3 sec
Top Gear, 30–50 mph: 2.1 sec
Top Gear, 50–70 mph: 2.8 sec
Top Speed (C/Dest): 150 mph
Braking, 70–0 mph: 184 ft
Braking, 100–0 mph: 376 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft Skidpad: 0.90 g
C/D FUEL ECONOMY
Observed: 95 MPGe
75-mph Highway Range: 280 mi
EPA FUEL ECONOMY (C/D EST)
Combined/City/Highway: 100/110/90 MPGe
Range: 290 mi
Source: www.caranddriver.com