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2020 Genesis G80: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2020 Genesis G80 is a carryover year with no major changes from 2019. Its engines, styling, safety features, infotainment, and chassis remain the same.
About the 2020 Genesis G80
2nd-generation Genesis sedan / first G80-badged generation, final year before the 2021 redesign
Genesis positioned the G80 as a spacious midsize luxury sedan that balances a quiet, comfortable ride with strong engine choices and extensive standard driver assistance. Its core strengths are roomy seating, straightforward cabin controls, rear- or all-wheel drive, and a choice between relaxed V6 power, turbocharged sport performance, or V8 power. The overall character favors long-distance comfort and everyday usability, while the 3.3T Sport adds a more responsive driving experience.
The 2020 G80 ranges from the comfort-focused 3.8 to the driver-focused 3.3T Sport and the luxury-focused V8 model. Highlights include standard driver-assistance technology on the 3.8, an adaptive sport suspension on the 3.3T Sport, and a 420-hp V8, Nappa leather, and 17-speaker audio on the V8 model.
2020 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 Leveling Headlights | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| 360 Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| HID Headlights | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | |||
| Head-Up Display | |||
| 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 | |||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2020 Genesis G80 compared with the 2019 model?
Nothing significant changed for 2020. The G80 carried over its three engines, exterior and interior design, safety systems, infotainment, and chassis from 2019.
Was the 2020 Genesis G80 redesigned?
No, the 2020 G80 was not redesigned. It was the final model year of this design before the fully redesigned 2021 G80 arrived with a new platform, body, cabin, and turbocharged engines.
What engines are in the 2020 Genesis G80?
The 2020 G80 has three engines tied to its trim levels: a 311-hp 3.8-liter V6, a 365-hp twin-turbo 3.3-liter V6, and a 420-hp 5.0-liter V8. Each uses an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Which 2020 Genesis G80 trim is the performance-focused model?
The 3.3T Sport is the performance-focused 2020 G80. It pairs a 365-hp twin-turbo V6 with a sport-tuned 8-speed automatic, adaptive suspension, stronger rear brakes, and bolstered sport seats.
Does the 2020 Genesis G80 have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
Yes, every 2020 G80 trim has navigation with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The 3.8 uses an 8-inch touchscreen, while the 3.3T Sport and V8 model use a 9.2-inch touchscreen.
2020 Genesis G80 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 Genesis G80.
4.3
2020 Genesis G80
(130 reviews)
“Excellent safety features, Intuitive, Very nice styling, Comfortable, Feels sturdy, Excellent value, Not great gas mileage”
“Love the look, and it's very comfortable and I love how it handles. It has very little interior storage, no cell phone plugs for the back seat, which I hate, my son has no way to charge his phone. Cup holders are to small.”