2018 Genesis G80 3.3T Sport
Genesis has added the model to the 2018MY range of its
luxury sedan that will be on display at 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show. Slotting between the naturally aspirated 311 hp
3.8-liter V6 and 420 hp 5.0-liter V8 models that will continue to be offered,
the 2018 Genesis G80 3.3T Sport adopts the Hyundai Group’s new 3.3-liter
twin-turbo V6.
The engine delivers 365 Hp at 6,000 rpm and peak
torque of 376 lb-ft between 1,300 and 4,500 rpm, and is paired to a sport-tuned
version of the same eight-speed automatic transmission found in the other two
G80s.
Genesis upgraded the
suspension system that now features continuous damping control, while adding
beefier rear brakes with ventilated discs and unique 19-inch wheels.
It also gave the G80 Sport some bespoke touches
inside and out, including additional dark satin exterior trimmings, a
cross-hatch dark chrome grille, sport rocker moldings and unique lower front
and rear fascia designs. There are two exclusive colors available on the G80
3.3T Sport, named Polar Ice and Sevilla Red, which are in addition to
Casablanca White, Caspian Black and Himalayan Gray.
Inside, the sport pedals, thicker steering wheel,
sports seats with contrast stitching in either black or gray leather, together
with a black microfiber suede headliner and genuine carbon fiber trim, separate
the Sport from the other G80s.
For the 2018MY,
all G80s get the latest multimedia and connectivity technology, including
standard Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support plus available wireless device
charging. Additionally, the 3.8 and 5.0 models have been
lightly refreshed with a redesigned front bumper and grille, new alloy wheels,
plus genuine aluminum and new matte-wood finishes for their interiors.
All 2018MY G80s will be offered with a choice of
either rear-wheel or all-wheel drive when they land in US and Canadian
showrooms in spring of 2017.
