Genesis G80 3.8 2019 Review: Snapshot

The 3.8 is the cheapest option in the Genesis G80 lineup and will set you back $68,900. 

It arrives well equipped for the money. You get 18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights and DRLs (bi-xenon in sport design), a 9.2-inch multimedia screen with navigation that pairs with a 17-speaker stereo, wireless charging, heated leather seats up front. and dual zone climate control. Shock from shock, however, there's no Apple CarPlay or Android Auto here - a clear indication of the G80's age, and a very noticeable absence for those accustomed to using Google Maps as a navigation tool.

The G80 is equipped with a 3.8-liter V6 engine with 232 kW and 397 Nm of torque. It is paired with an eight-speed automatic that sends power to the rear wheels. Genesis claims its large sedan can hit 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds and reach a top speed of 240 km/h.

The G80 comes with a long list of standard safety kits, including nine airbags, as well as blind spot warning, forward collision warning with AEB that detects pedestrians, lane departure warning, rear cross traffic alert and active cruise control. 

All this was enough for the G80 to receive a full five stars from ANCAP when tested in 2017.