A number of weeks in the past Genesis introduced the beginning of gross sales in Korea for the newly designed Electrified G80, marking the primary mannequin replace in three years. Now, our colleagues at KindelAuto captured the US-Spec mannequin fully undisguised testing in California.
Exterior: Athletic Magnificence in its Most interesting Type
The newly designed Electrified G80 boasts design upgrades all the way down to essentially the most minute particulars, capturing the essence of Genesis’ design philosophy, “Athletic Magnificence.”
The entrance fascia options the model’s iconic G-Matrix Crest Grille with a brand new gradient sample together with enlarged air intakes and Two-Line Micro Lens Array (MLA) headlamps.
Positioned on the higher right-hand nook of the bumper, the charging port blends extra seamlessly with the Crest Grille, with the quilt now opening and shutting with a easy contact of a button. Its upgraded interior cowl and lighting exude a extra refined really feel, whereas a heating operate contained in the port ensures handy charging below any climate situations.
On the facet, the brand new Electrified G80 impresses with its prolonged wheelbase of three,140 millimeters, which is 130 millimeters longer than the earlier model. The addition of unique 19-inch wheels enhances the mannequin’s luxurious attraction and improves aerodynamic efficiency.
The rear of the automobile has been refined to showcase a cleaner bumper design, with new chrome accents operating throughout the facet of the automobile and bumper, finishing a sleeker picture.
The mannequin is available in 10 totally different exterior shade choices, together with the unique “Matira Blue” and new “Geneva Silver.”
Inside: Stress-free Atmosphere With Excessive-Tech Options
The redesigned inside of the brand new Electrified G80 combines a way of luxurious with high-tech sophistication within the spacious setting, thanks mainly to the elongated wheelbase.
With the mannequin being 130 millimeters longer than its earlier model, backseat passengers can now get pleasure from 995 millimeters of legroom, up by 83 millimeters than earlier than, in addition to 950 millimeters of headroom, an enchancment by 20 millimeters.
The 27-inch OLED show, which mixes the cluster and infotainment techniques whereas extending to the middle fascia, permits the driving force to separate the display into two or three sections. This allows them to concurrently use the navigation map whereas accessing their favourite on-line streaming providers, multi function display.
The touch-based heating, air flow and air-con (HVAC) system thoughtfully gives drivers ease of management, whereas the redesigned crystal-shaped Shift By Wire (SBW) and Central Management Panel (CCP) guarantee a extra comfy grip than earlier than.
Full with actual aluminum speaker covers, the premium 17-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system takes the auxiliary expertise to the subsequent stage with cutting-edge Dolby Atmos know-how.
Different inside options that improve the general soothing ambiance of the brand new Electrified G80 embrace the ambient temper lamps — which places and brightness have been readjusted — a redesigned steering wheel and backseat quilted door trims.
4 inside shade mixtures are provided within the new mannequin: “Obsidian Black Mono-tone,” “Ecru Camel Mono-tone,” “Prussian Blue Mono-tone” and “Ash Grey/Glacier White Two-tone.”
Luxurious Meets Expertise within the 2nd Row
The redesigned Electrified G80 is the primary electrical automobile (EV) mannequin inside the Genesis lineup to be outfitted with the Chauffeur Mode, which permits for clean acceleration and rear-seat passenger consolation via the optimization of torque and suspension settings. The Chauffeur Braking Mode particularly goals for the adjustment to the hydraulic braking management system for smoother braking.
With a faucet on the display, backseat passengers can simply alter their seats in at the very least 14 totally different instructions and to a most recline angle of 40 levels. The wing-out head rests and the Consolation Setting operate are particularly helpful throughout lengthy highway journeys, offering added leisure.
Second-row passengers also can conveniently open and shut their doorways with a push of the EasyClose button, whereas having fun with privateness and shade by using the automated door curtains. Through the use of Related-car Rear Cockpit (ccRC), they’ll keep entertained and move time throughout their journey.
Enhanced Driving Pleasure With Prolonged Vary
The redesigned Electrified G80 incorporates a variety of technological enhancements that reach its driving vary. Now outfitted with a 94.5-kilowatt per hour fourth-generation battery, the mannequin can journey 475 kilometers on a single cost (based mostly on Korean EV certification requirements).
Upgraded entrance and rear suspension bushings have been utilized to cut back highway vibrations and keep driving stability.
The Highway-Preview Digital Management Suspension (Preview ECS) characteristic improves driving stability by preemptively controlling the automobile’s conduct based mostly on info from the navigation system and different sources. The Electrically Assisted Dynamic Torque Vectoring (eDTVC) operate distributes torque to every wheel throughout cornering, enabling steady and exact dealing with in turns.
The mannequin’s Rear Wheel Steering (RWS) system permits drivers to steer the rear wheels along with the entrance axle, which facilitates smoother maneuvering in tight areas or U-turning.
Electrical Car Lively Sound Design (e-ASD) provides two distinctive sounds to the EV, making the journey extra exhilarating. For additional inside tranquility, the cabin is supplied with thicker quarter and rear glass panels, whereas extra insulators are positioned across the second row.
“Horizon,” one of many two new engine sounds within the redesigned Electrified G80, was created with the idea of viewing the Earth’s horizon from outer house — offering a mix of serene sounds of the cosmos and an impressive sense of acceleration relying on the driving situations. “Heritage: Black” expresses Genesis’ luxurious driving impressed by the harmonic construction of the six-cylinder engine.
The e-ASD sound system could be adjusted by 20 totally different quantity ranges. When modified to Sport Mode, sound volumes are robotically raised.
The blade-integrated Good Washer Injection (SMI) minimizes visibility obstructions and peripheral contamination attributable to washer fluid spraying, whereas additionally lowering working noise.
Different comfort and security options for the redesigned Electrified G80 consists of the Fingerprint Authentication System, used when getting into the automobile; heated console armrests for the front-row seats; Built-in Reminiscence System within the passenger seat; 3-Zone+ Local weather Management with impartial rear-seat airflow management; Digital Key 2; and Arms On Detection steering wheel.