Among the latest midsize luxury sedans Genesis presented their refined, thoughtful and bold statement through the 2018 G80 model. The design of the G80 speaks itself on the forward-thinking mind and technology that Genesis promotes. What added more to the glory is the above-the-class ride experience along with the comfort and convenience that is rare in its segment. Here are few details:
The Powertrain
Every Genesis dealer near me or you that we visited, we ended up with the opinion that the 2018 G80 is destined to bring out the real thrill of driving. The muscular body, powered by a 3.8-liter V6 engine could gain a 311-horsepower, when merged with the 8-speed SHIFTRONIC transmission resulting in a fuel economy rated by the EPA as 19 mpg in the city and 27 in the highway.
Exterior Design
The 2018 G80 looks muscular yet elegant especially with its power tilt-and-slide sunroof that breathes in a gust of fresh air while the panoramic views enhance the beauty of the scenario.
The front end of the G80 is redesigned with a hexagonal grille and bright LED headlights, while the sleek aerodynamic rear bumper with a new set of 18-inch wheel design adds to its athletic stance though the classic look continues to define the segment to which the G80 belongs.
Interior Look
The interior cabin of the 2018 G80 is wrapped with full-grain leather seats and its three-level heating and cooling system keeps you relaxed and comfortable in all climatic condition. The displays are perfectly placed to ensure that all the systems inside the cabin can be easily read and effortlessly accessed.
Whether you talk about the placement of buttons or the tactile response of the interior materials, the G80 has been intuitively designed that ensures comfort and convenience at every respect. A thoughtful approach towards the installation of information technology mixed with entertainment, the seating and ease of use, all clog together to attain an optimized level of comfort and convenience.
Convenience
Few instances of the convenience aspects that can be observed in a 2018 G80 to help the driver as well as the occupants are listed below:
- Available Lexicon Premium Audio System
- Quantum Logic Surround & Clari-Fi
- Standard Hands-Free Smart Trunk with Auto Open feature
- Full color heads-up display
- Blind Spot Detection
- Lane Keep Assist
- AM/FM/SiriusXM Radio,
- HD Radio
- Bluetooth connection
- Vehicle Set-Up and Information
- Standard integrated memory system
Safety Features
Safety has never been pushed beyond the first priority in the 2018 G80. Among the row of all the 2018 Genesis G80 for sale, we were assured of a safe and sound drive experience in this sedan. It has installed every relevant safety feature that we can expect from a midsized sedan like G80 including:
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- 9-Airbag System
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop/Start
- Lane Departure Warning/Lane Keep Assist
- Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Driver Attention Alert
The Bottom Line
The 2018 G80 is a thoughtful exhibition of a driver-centric vehicle that indulges the driver to be at peace even in the most crucial situations. The sedan runs as a rear-wheel-drive and moves on the paved and unpaved paths with equal grace.
