The all-new Genesis G80 has launched in Australia with a starting price of AU$84,900 (US$ 60,000). Two variants of the 2021 G80 will be available Down Under. Sitting at the base of the range is the 2.5T model powered by the company’s all-new 2.5-liter turbocharged engine producing 300 hp and 422 Nm of torque, which is paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission powering the rear wheels.
The G80 2.5T comes as standard with
19-inch alloy wheels with Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tires, a panoramic sunroof,
powered hands-free boot, genuine leather, wood-finished trim and a 14.5-inch
touchscreen infotainment system. It also has the Genesis Active Safety Control
suite of technologies that includes a multi-function Forward
Collision-Avoidance Assist system, Driver Attention Warning, Blind-Spot
Collision Avoidance-Assist, Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go and a
Surround View Monitor with 3D function.
Slotting above the 2.5T in the range is
the flagship G80 3.5T AWD. It uses a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 with 375 hp and 530 Nm)of torque and comes exclusively with all-wheel
drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission. This variant gets the Genesis
Adaptive Control Suspension with advanced Road Preview technology, as well as
five-spoke 20-inch wheels with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires.
Both the 2.5T and 3.5T are available with
a Luxury Package. This consists of a Nappa leather interior, suede headliner
and pillars, a 12.3-inch 3D instrument cluster, three-zone climate control,
soft-close doors, an 18-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with massage
functions, and the Intelligent Front-Lighting System with matrix-type
headlights.
