Genesis G80 Dealership Carmel

Interior Design:   Even if we're not your local Genesis dealership, we still love the brand and want customers to understand what they are getting from a Genesis model. If you haven't heard, the G80 interior was recently updated, and the experts here at Genesis of Carmel have the scoop for you. While the old G80 interior was perfect for the time, we would be lying if we said it wasn't starting to look a bit dated. Genesis made sure to boldly fix that, and we couldn't have been happier about it. By far the biggest change, the infotainment screen and gauge cluster have been combined into a seamless 27-inch screen that offers better connectivity and customizable driving features. This alone would have been enough for us. On top of that, Genesis updated the steering wheel. We see this as a much more stylish version, as the old steering wheel left something to be desired. New climate controls look more streamlined as the knobs have been replaced with an easy-to-use touch screen. Even little updates like the better control knob on the center console make the G80 simpler to use. All in all, the G80 has a more streamlined look and better tech to match the times, and we couldn't be more thrilled about the change.

Technology:   The upgrades to the tech in the new G80 are well thought out and appreciated. The new 27" OLED instrument cluster & navigation system replaces the old infotainment system and gauge cluster. We can't state enough how much this modernizes the style of the G80. One new standard feature that sticks out is the fingerprint scanner that allows you to bring up all of your custom settings with the touch of a fingerprint. The 64-color adjustable lighting is a feature that adds some elegance to your night ride, especially with the deluxe materials used in the G80. And while not exactly revolutionary, having features like the auto-dimming inside mirrors come standard makes the G80 feel premium even on the base model. Having said that, we would recommend going at least up to the 2.5T Advanced simply for the Bang & Olufsen Premium Audio system. There are plenty of great features on higher trims, but if you are on a budget, you won't miss them enough to justify the higher price tag.

Seating options:   If you look at the comfort of a sedan as the primary buying factor, you will be satisfied with the standard features included and will love the highest end the G80 offers. Both the leatherette and leather choices are comfortable, so there's no need to upgrade trims just for a better material. That said, it's wise to know which seating features are essential for you. Both front seats come standard with power adjustment with movable lumbar support. Surprisingly, both the front and rear come with a heating function, which is not particularly common for the rear passengers. You will, however, have to upgrade to one trim higher for options like ventilated seating, perfect for those sweltering Indiana summers. You will also see the feature Ergo-Motion on the higher trims, which is a fancy way of saying massage seating. While we are fully confident in the comfort of the G80's seating, we invite you to visit a Genesis showroom to put it to the test.

Cargo and passenger space:   The G80 is a 5-seat sedan in the midsize category. What that means for you is that the G80 is big enough to comfortably seat full-size passengers in the rear seat. Based on the structure of the drivetrain on the G80, a hump at the feet of the rear middle passengers does mean that the G80 is best suited for 2 full-size and one smaller passenger in the back. That's probably going to be the case for a majority of sedans. At 42.2 inches of legroom in the front and 38.7 inches in the rear, the G80 should be able to accommodate most of your passenger needs. The 13.1 cubic feet of space is more on the average range for mid-size sedans. Having a couple sets of golf clubs in the back or 3-4 large luggage bags in the back is around where the G80 will cap out. This can be increased some by dropping the 60/40 split rear seats down. For most of the customers who are looking at a luxury sedan in the first place, this will not have much of an impact. If you need more space, you might want to look at the G90 or GV70.

Design updates:   We've seen plenty of redesigns over the years, and sometimes models can almost become unrecognizable compared to past versions. That's decidedly not what happened with the G80. The changes are subtle but still have a large impact on refreshing the design. The G80's grille has been updated with a new G-Matrix Crest Grille design. This feels less busy than the previous grille, so we consider it a nice update. And although the headlights maintain the same dual-line shape, they now feature micro-lens array lighting that outperforms conventional LEDs and looks a bit better. If you take a look at the bottom of the front end, you'll notice more aggressively styled intake ports as well. Some minor details have been changed on the rest of the body as well, but for the most part the style is the same. Overall, the tweaks made to the exterior of the G80 have breathed some new life into a luxury sedan that was already quite popular.

Standout features:   The G80 offers 3 options for rim size: 18-, 19-, or 20-inch. We appreciate that they all complement the design well, and you won't have to make the decision to upgrade trims just on wheel choice alone. We do wish the panoramic sunroof was standard across all trims, but at least it is included in the next trim level. Power-folding side mirrors do come standard on all trims and make getting in and out of the G80 in tight spaces easier. They also project the Genesis logo near the front doors so you can see where you are stepping at night. Is that the most necessary thing? Probably not, but it is a nice touch to a luxury vehicle. A hands-free liftgate is standard on all models, but it becomes a power close trunk at the second trim level.