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2019 Genesis G80: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The main change for the 2019 Genesis G80 is a refreshed standard 8-inch touchscreen interface on the 3.8 trim. Otherwise, this is a light-update year with no changes to the engines, styling, safety suite, or chassis.
About the 2019 Genesis G80
First Genesis-branded G80 generation (2017-2020), third model year; after the 2018 styling and mechanical update and before the 2021 redesign.
The G80 is Genesis's midsize luxury sedan, positioned between the smaller G70 and larger G90. Its core identity is quiet, spacious comfort with extensive standard driver assistance, straightforward controls, and strong engine choices. Most versions emphasize relaxed daily driving and highway travel, while the 3.3T Sport adds quicker responses. The model stands apart through rear-drive-based road manners, generous passenger room, and premium cabin equipment without requiring numerous added packages.
The 3.8 remained the comfort-focused core model, with a 311-hp V6, leather seats, navigation, and a broad set of driver-assistance features. The 365-hp 3.3T Sport added sharper suspension tuning and sport-focused cabin details, while the 420-hp 5.0 V8 model emphasized relaxed acceleration, upgraded leather, a 17-speaker audio system, and a head-up display.
What changed, by category
Tech and equipment
The 3.8 received a refreshed standard 8-inch touchscreen interface, and a heated steering wheel became standard on the 3.3T Sport.
Trim lineup
The V8 trim carried over with revised naming for 2019; this was a name change rather than a new or redesigned model.
2019 Genesis G80 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.8 Liter | V6, Twin Turbo, 3.3 Liter | V8, 5.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Shiftronic | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Shiftronic | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Shiftronic |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 18 mpg | 17 mpg | 16 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 26 mpg | 25 mpg | 24 mpg |
| Horsepower | 311 hp | 365 hp | 420 hp |
| Torque | 293 lb-ft | 376 lb-ft | 383 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 15.3 cu-ft | 15.3 cu-ft | 15.3 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35 in | 35 in | 35 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |||
| Automatic Leveling Headlights | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| 360 Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| HID Headlights | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| 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 | |||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Rear Window Shades | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2019 Genesis G80 compared with the 2018 model?
The 2019 G80 received a refreshed standard 8-inch touchscreen interface on the 3.8, while a heated steering wheel became standard on the 3.3T Sport. The V8 trim also received revised naming, but its powertrain did not change.
Was the 2019 Genesis G80 redesigned?
No, the 2019 Genesis G80 was not redesigned. Its body design, chassis, engines, eight-speed automatic transmission, and standard driver-assistance features carried over.
Did the 2019 Genesis G80 get new engines?
No, the 2019 G80 kept the same three engines: a 311-hp 3.8-liter V6, a 365-hp twin-turbo 3.3-liter V6, and a 420-hp 5.0-liter V8. All three continued with an eight-speed automatic, and both rear- and all-wheel-drive versions remained in the lineup.
What distinguishes the 2019 Genesis G80 3.3T Sport?
The 2019 G80 3.3T Sport is the performance-focused version. It combines a 365-hp twin-turbo V6 with an electronically controlled suspension, sport-shaped seats, carbon-fiber trim, and a 9.2-inch navigation touchscreen.
Is the 2019 Genesis G80 substantially different from the 2018 model?
No, the 2019 G80 is only lightly different from the 2018 model. The meaningful updates are limited to the 3.8 touchscreen interface, the 3.3T Sport's standard heated steering wheel, and revised naming for the V8 trim.
2019 Genesis G80 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 Genesis G80.
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2019 Genesis G80
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