The 2020 Genesis G80 was quick to
leave the bulky covers behind, as a test car showed up at the Nurburgring for
some high-speed testing. The wide front grille is now visible, as well as the
shape of the front fenders and more of the headlights.The grille looks like
it’s adopting the same shape as with the GV80 Concept. As for the headlights,
they appear to feature twin elements per side, like the aforementioned concept.
The taillights of the next G80 appear to be a single unit under
the cleverly positioned wrap. If you look closely, you’ll notice that there’s a
single bulb sitting towards their outer side.
It’s safe to say that the next Genesis G80 will
adopt a more dynamic shape, with these spy shots giving us a clear look at its
sloping roofline, lower waistline and wider hips, trademarks that you normally
find in four-door coupes like the Mercedes CLS and the Audi A7.
The tailgate also appears to end with a small wing
while the sides are set to get a rather prominent shoulder line that runs
across the entire length of the upcoming Korean executive saloon. Overall, the
next-gen Genesis G80 makes its predecessor look even more generic than before.
The engine range will likely include a turbocharged
four-cylinder petrol engine, as well as a twin-turbo V6, with Genesis is also
working on a new generation of electrified powertrains. Based on the completely new
bodywork and its different proportions, we expect the new G80 to ride on a new
architecture that will be compatible with electrified powertrains as well.
The new G80 will be just the beginning for Genesis,
as the company has been developing a mid-sized SUV to rival traditional premium
models like the BMW X5 and the Mercedes GLE. Plans for a battery-electric model
have also been announced, with Genesis moving in that direction in 2021. Their
electrified vehicle will feature a driving range of at least 500 km.
Genesis is expected to reveal the new G80 in 2019,
with a market launch scheduled towards the end of that same year.
Cr : Carscoops
