“It depends on what they are looking for in a car. Very smooth ride, Very quiet, has a very solid feel.”
2017 Genesis G80: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2017 Genesis G80 is a full active-safety suite becoming standard on every trim. This is also the sedan’s first U.S. year with Genesis G80 badging, but it is an update rather than a full redesign.
About the 2017 Genesis G80
2nd generation (2014-2020 under the Hyundai Genesis/Genesis G80 family), first U.S. model year sold as Genesis G80; rebrand/update year rather than a full redesign.
Genesis positions the G80 as a quiet, roomy luxury sedan that emphasizes comfort, strong standard safety equipment, and rich feature content over badge prestige or sharp-edged sportiness. U.S. launch materials focus on refined performance, human-focused technology, and first-class quality. For most shoppers, the G80’s appeal is straightforward: a spacious rear-drive luxury sedan with a smooth V6 or V8, a calm ride, lots of standard equipment, and optional AWD on the 3.8 for all-weather use.
The 3.8 is the well-equipped core model, pairing a 311-hp V6 with leather seats, navigation, and an AWD version. The more lavish 5.0 adds a 420-hp V8, ventilated front seats, a head-up display, a 9.2-inch navigation screen, and a 17-speaker Lexicon audio system.
What changed, by category
Safety
Automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keep assist, and automatic high beams become standard across the lineup.
Styling
Genesis G80 badging replaces the Hyundai Genesis identity for the sedan’s first U.S. year under the standalone Genesis brand.
Tech
The 3.8 receives more standard technology, including touchscreen navigation, along with a revised package structure.
2017 Genesis G80 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 5.0 Liter | V6, 3.8 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd Shiftronic | Auto, 8-Spd Shiftronic |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 23 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Horsepower | 420 hp | 311 hp |
| Torque | 383 lb-ft | 293 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 15.3 cu-ft | 15.3 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35 in | 35 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Power Driver Seat | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Rear Window Shades | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2017 Genesis G80 a completely redesigned car?
No. The 2017 G80 is an updated and renamed version of the previous Hyundai Genesis sedan, not a full redesign.
What safety features became standard on the 2017 Genesis G80?
Every 2017 Genesis G80 has automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keep assist, and automatic high beams as standard equipment.
What engines does the 2017 Genesis G80 have?
The 2017 Genesis G80 uses either a 311-hp 3.8-liter V6 or a 420-hp 5.0-liter V8. Both engines pair with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
Does the 2017 Genesis G80 have all-wheel drive?
Yes. The 2017 G80 3.8 has an AWD version, while the V8-powered 5.0 is positioned as the more powerful and more fully equipped model.
2017 Genesis G80 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2017 Genesis G80.
4.4
2017 Genesis G80
(281 reviews)
“The value of the vehicle is unmatched when considering all the feature that the car has.”
“Great value if you work hard to get a fair price. The vehicle gives you a lot for the money - a great value. Really is a great car to own and a fun car to drive.”
Sources
- newsroom.genesis.com — 2017 Genesis G80 Mid Luxury Sedan Sets The Standard For Advanced Safety And Ultimate Convenience
- newsroom.genesis.com — Genesis Announces Pricing For 2017 Genesis G80 Mid Luxury Sedan
- newsroom.genesis.com — Genesis G80
- newsroom.genesis.com — Genesis Debuts 2018 G80 Sport Trim With 33 Liter Turbocharged Engine And Performance Styling