Celebrating the 2021 G80’s official arrival in Australia, Genesis has launched a comprehensive image gallery. The brand’s Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Audi A6 and BMW 5-Series challenger is available with two engines Down Under, a 2.5-liter turbo rated at 300 HP and 422 Nm of torque, and a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 pumping out 374 HP and 530 Nm.
The lesser model is offered with an
eight-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. Standard equipment
includes 19-inch alloy wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tires, leather
upholstery, wood trim and a 14.5-inch infotainment system. As for safety
systems, it comes with Forward Collision Avoidance, Driver Attention Warning,
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance, Surround View Monitor and Smart Cruise Control.
The V6-powered variant packs an
eight-speed auto and all-wheel drive. It rides on five-spoke 20-inch wheels
wrapped in the same rubber from Michelin, and features the Genesis Adaptive
Cruise Control suspension with advanced Road Preview tech.
Pricing starts at AU$ 84,900 (US$ 62,658)
for the 2.5T and AU$ 99,900 (US$ 73,729) for the 3.5T. Both versions of the
executive sedan can be enhanced with the optional Luxury Package that’s
available at an extra AU$ 13,000 (US$ 9,594) and adds Nappa leather, suede
headliner and pillars, 18-way power-adjustable seat for the driver with massage
function, soft-close doors, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, three zone
climate control and uprated headlights.
The 2021 G80 is offered with 11 paint
finishes, 5 interior colors and 2 open-pore real wood trims, thus offering more
personalization options.
