DecodedCars2026 Genesis G80
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan AWD 2.5t, 4dr Sedan AWD 3.5t
- Engines
- 2.5L 4-cyl turbo, 3.5L 6-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 300–375 hp
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- EV, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 23 combined · 20 city / 29 hwy
- EV range
- 300 mi · 10.3 h on 240 V
- Length
- 196.5 in
- Curb weight
- 4,295–4,687 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Long EV rangeUp to 300 miles on a charge (EPA).
- Electric version availableOffered as a electric as well as gas.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 23 MPG combined, 26% below the 2026 midsize car average of 31.2 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 23 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Genesis G80 is a midsize car offered with 2 engines (2.5L 4-cyl turbo and 3.5L 6-cyl turbo) and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 197 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 119-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,295 lb (4dr Sedan AWD 2.5t).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 23 MPG combined (20 city / 29 highway), 26% worse than the 2026 midsize car average of 31.2 MPG, for an estimated $800 a year in fuel.
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 300 miles and takes about 10.3 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the service brakes.
What changed for 2026
- Longest EV range up from 282 to 300 miles
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 G80 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Ulsan, South Korea
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2026 G80 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan AWD 2.5t | 196.5 in | 75.6 in | 57.9 in | 118.5 in | 64.6 / 65.7 in | 4,295 lb | 52/48 |
| 4dr Sedan AWD 3.5t | 196.5 in | 75.6 in | 57.9 in | 118.5 in | 64.6 / 65.7 in | 4,687 lb | 52/48 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrified G80 EV | 136 kW PMSM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 300 mi · 35 kWh/100mi | – | $800 | – |
| G80 AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 29 / 23 | -11% | $3,550 | 382 |
| G80 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 24 / 18 | -31% | $4,550 | 485 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Genesis G80.
Similar 2026 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Genesis G80 (this car) | 23 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 BMW 5 Series | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Audi A6 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Lexus LS | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Tesla Model S | 410 mi | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (1)
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel · Jan 16, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V019000 · 83,877 vehicles
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain Genesis 2025-2026 G80, GV80, 2026 G80 "Electrified," GV60, GV70 "Electrified" and GV70 vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
- Risk
- An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or fuel gauge, increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Owners are advised to disable the high definition (HD) radio feature until the recall remedy has been performed. The audio video navigation software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or inspected and updated by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's number for this recall is 031G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 17, 2026.
Not every 2026 Genesis G80 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other G80 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 G80 | 23 | – | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 G80 | 24 | 196.5 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 3 |
| 2024 G80 | 25 | 196.5 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 3 |
| 2023 G80 | 26 | 196.5 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 11 |
| 2022 G80 | 26 | 196.5 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 7 |
| 2021 G80 | 26 | 196.5 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 9 |
| 2020 G80 | 21 | 196.5 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 11 |
| 2019 G80 | 21 | 196.5 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 27 |
| 2018 G80 | 22 | 196.5 in | ★★★★★ | 7 | 98 |
| 2017 G80 | 22 | 196.5 in | Not rated | 3 | 67 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Genesis. How we calculate this →