The Genesis brand’s entry-level large sedan is the G80, formerly the Hyundai Genesis. Since its redesign a few years ago, the G80 has been available with V6 or V8 power in rear- or all-wheel drive. But for the 2018 model year, Genesis introduces the new G80 Sport; a bolder take with more distinctive styling and a new engine that first appeared in the flagship G90 sedan, the very spirited3.3T.Situated between …
All week long I've been asked to identify this car for curious onlookers and the vast majority had no idea what it was. Some were onto the Hyundai connection but it just goes to show that building brand recognition takes time. This is the new Genesis G80. Once a Hyundai sub-division of rear-wheel drive sedans and coupes, Genesis has emerged as its own luxury brand. I’ve driven both variants of …