Should The 2021 Genesis G80 Cost More? It’s That Good. 

Genesis brand is very popular with the new wealthy Palm Beach people. Many switched from their Benz etc and in their words:”yes, I am wealthy. No, I’m not stupid! This car has everything I want and saved me twenty grand!” And that is one of many similar conversations I had with people in a couple high end Boca communities where I worked. As for me - I own a Genesis and a new Santa Fe Limited loaded with every option. Love them both!

Genesis is starting to look very very good.

If someone's thinking it's a Bentley... Hmm, the guy who once worked for Bentley designed the Genesis G80

I've actually seen one of these in the wild. In person, the new G80 is a very elegant looking car.

Newer G70 owner here. I bought it for the tech and luxury, not the badge. Coming from an Infiniti, the dealership experience was so bad that it was almost a dealbreaker. I hope they get stand-alone dealerships soon. Love the car, but It’s not the espresso that’s important, it’s the respect level and customer treatment.

Stunning design. I am seeing Korean cars slowly taking over Japanese makers like they did with electronics 20 yrs ago. Toyota and Honda need to get their acts together. Otherwise, they will become Sony and Panasonic.

The interior looks like it came from a Jaquar. It looks elegant and luxurious. The appearance simply looks distinguished and beautiful.

I’m sure Genesis is preparing to introduce a more performance oriented trim in the future. Right now it’s just about launching the new model. Be patient guys. They’re also working on separate dealerships as well

Amazing car! Wish we had these in Morocco...

I am driving Acura because I do not care about badges at all. Genesis will be my next one, even though not sure when it will be.

This looks much more expensive than the $50k price tag or maybe the Germans have been price gouging for years...

this could be my next lease. i'm in love with this car.

Genesis are just doing everything right at the moment.

Great Review Tom. You reviews pack lots of great info, driving shots, and funny stuff. Keep them coming

I love the wheels. I need to check this out at the dealer. BEAUTIFUL!

Great review, thanks Tom!

I always trust your “takes” on every car you present.

It did not even occur to me that Tom only had a rushed and shortened review opportunity with the G80. Great video review as always.

Another awesome review Tom. Absolutely love the look of the G80!

Love the twins inserts, even if one of them wears an old leather jacket (no offense 🙈). Great review, as always! You modestly DO a good job 👏

Stunning interior, Genesis is in a league of their own. 😎

Great review as always, Tom! Ta, m8.

This car is beautiful !! I agree wholeheartedly about buying the car you love and want I went in for a corolla hybrid but went in for the Camry se hybrid! Just had more goodies and more luxury! And I looooove my car and not everyone likes the styling 🤷🏻‍♂️

People really need to get past badges and what people think about them, I have a buddy who is a surgeon and real estate developer with over $50 million in commercial properties and he drives a Grand Cherokee Laredo. The weird thing about people that try to impress their friends, neighbors or colleagues with cars is that usually they make the same money you do anyway so it makes no sense. LOL

I do like the side repeater lamps...

Fun to see how you pieced the clips together, by the clock on the central display. :)

It looks good now people just needs to buy them

I'd have a lot more respect/praise for the neighbor that got the amazing luxury car that this G80 is for 50-55k rather than a 50-55k Mercedes CLA or C300 for the same price. If it's attention you seek, trust me, this gorgeous styling will go far less unnoticed than anything German

I've been driving a 3.8 since 2009i still love it. Yeah I lust after the newer models but mine has been rock solid for over 250,000 miles. Remember to change fluids and don't fight over right a ways and you'll be fine.

With a kid off to college in two years and a big dog who insists on traveling with the family about 90% of the time I won't be rushing to the local Genesis dealer to purchase a G80 or GV80. But one aspect of each does interest me. The standard 2.5L turbo engine is also found in the forthcoming Sonata N-Line, the KIA K5 GT, and (most importantly from my perspective) is optional in the 2021 KIA Sorento. I own a 2018 Sorento SUV with the 3.3L NA V6 and I was skeptical about durability when I heard that engine was being dropped in favor of the turbo four banger. But I was reassured to find the same engine in KIA, Hyundai, and Genesis products, all with the Korean brands' well known 10 year/100K powertrain warranties. Considering the improved fuel efficiency and equal or better performance, if the new engine is durable, it's a win/win. I'm not overly impressed by extended warranties. Like any insurance policy they're not offered if the insurer loses money by redeeming them. However, a long warranty does demonstrate an automaker's confidence in their product. And that often extends to dealers. My local KIA dealer, for example, doubles the 10 year/100K powertrain warranty to 20 yr/200K miles free of charge on vehicles they sell. As far as the G80 is concerned, members of the local country club driving E Class and 5 Series sedans may sneer but at least some folks who are well enough off to belong to the local CC got there by understanding the value of a dollar. When Genesis introduced the new G80 last year in Korea sales of competing Mercedes and BMW models dropped by more than a third. I think Genesis has a winner in both the G80 and the GV80.

This car looks great. If cars were popular these days, it would be a huge hit. Given the current market, it will still be a decent performer and will definitely grab market share. It's SUV cousin (the GV80) is going to sell like crazy. Genesis is getting ready to become what Lexus was back in the 1990's. The competition better watch out.

Great review. Interior design is very good, outside it looks elegant but that Superman grill is too much. But it's priced to sell. I bet it Will be a very good selling sedan

Lovely vehicle. Although its a lot more car than I’d ever need, I would buy one.

Hyundai need some massive credit for the latest genesis cars they've put out, I live in the UK and have an hyundai i40 estate and its an amazing car for the money and won me over from previously having a BMW, I cant see genesis coming over to the UK but if this is how they moving forward as a company then bravo!.

I just finished watching the Cadillac CT4 review before this one. What I noticed about the Genesis is where the trunk hinges go into the carpeted fabric the Genesis has a finish ring while the Cadillac just cut a hole in the carpet. This is the crazy stuff that make me nuts because I'm nuts.

If it looks Bentley-esque, it may be due to the fact that they hired the guy who designed the Conti GT and Bentayga. And they have Lotus helping on handling. And the former M head for dynamics. Altogether that’s a huge investment in talent. It reminds me of when Lexus came stalking Mercedes.

What's missing is the big brand logo. If people can overlook that, the G80 is truly marvellous. In fact it is marvellous irrespective of brand logo. And Hyundai is a very reliable brand. Edit: I hope they launch the G80, Telluride and Stinger GT in India. 🤞🏻

I know this is a car review but your neighborhood has some beautiful houses

I would argue that this does in fact have a showy badge...there is always an above level luxurious vibe when a product uses a wing logo.

No need to be modest. You are the best car reviewer. Period!

Genesis just looks classy. The timeless classic look is what they are going for.

Good review and good advice .

That grille can burn, but the rest of the design is great. Maybe I find the steering wheel kind of strange and droopy? Either way, Hyundai has done a pretty good job with their luxury expansion

Tom, you're starting to show up in my recommended again!

Tom I forgot to mention in my previous comment, you shoot your videos in a beautiful neighbourhood. I am assuming you live there as well. Thumbs up to you.

I'll take this one over the e class that don't even offer real leather..

Good review!

Tom you're so articulate and your productions (esp. your still shots) are so so good it makes me embarrassed to watch that quirks and features guy. He does the best he can I suppose.

Depreciation is a concern. I looked into leasing a Kia K900 but it didn’t lease well due to the residuals. Maybe as reputation and sales improve the depreciation will improve.

Wow I like that rim and interior!

You have no idea how cathartic it is to hear someone say the CT5 is in this class. I hate hearing people, either, never mention Cadillac at all, or mention them but say the CT6 is in the Mid-size category. Thank you so much. I subscribed just for that.

Great review

Tom, you'll get this comment. In Spokane WA, a metropolitan area with a population of 500,000+ people, there is NO Genesis dealer. Our one Hyundai dealer was told they couldn't sell Genesis unless they committed to spending a few million building a stand alone dealership/building. So now anyone in Eastern WA, Northern ID, or Western MO has to drive to frckin Seattle. Not that we don't like to visit, but that's a hellava trip to have the dealer change the oil....

You do a great job. Down to earth not BD. Keep it coming. Cheers.

Man I can’t stop loving this car it’s soo 😍

Evil Twin has no Driver's Licence? Come on, Tom... You did an excellent job on this review when you consider that you only had 24 hours to test the G80! Very nice features in the back. Love the idea of putting the Universal Serial Bus socket so close from its user! Other car makers should copy that! However, I am not sure about how practical it is (or not!) to open the trunk this way... Probably would have to be tested for a little while. And in REAL conditions. In your red light comment, maybe you could have mentioned the extra greens to put on the table to jump from 4 to 6 cylinders, what do you think? We love your reviews. And your honesty towards your faithful followers, Tom! Keep up the good work, despite these quite troubled times!

I love this blue 😍🔥🤩🙌🏽!!

Beautiful car inside and out and it definitely stands out in a crowd, unfortunately too many people underestimate it and don't give it the respect it deserves simply because it's not a Mercedes, BMW, Cadillac or Audi and that's a shame because the G80 seems to be the better car.

You should start seeing standalone dealerships very soon. The number of Genesis dealers is small because Hyundai revised all the contracts last year to require those selling the brand to agree to build a separate Genesis facility.

Little brand recognition would be exactly what I'd be after, if I were interested in luxury cars. Only the unnecessarily flashy and large grille clashes with the otherwise understated look of the car. The lower price is just a bonus.

I'm not a Genesis (core) customer, but I'm excited for the brand. Next car after my WRX, if they are still around, will be looking at a G70 6m. Hopefully they (Genesis) still keep the same thoughts on driving in the near future.

An FX behind the scene EvilTwin video maybe? Best Car Reviews channel on RU-vid.

Beautiful machine - big ‘ol kudos to HAG/Genesis for this one. Couple of thoughts: 1) major sticker shock for $3150 upcharge for AWD! 2) Another reverse tachometer? Ugh. 3) Have unfortunately heard a few firsthand stories about less-than-stellar Hyundai dealer experiences, so fingers crossed they’ve polished up the customer service side of things. That aside, fly high and fly far, Genesis!

Looks great.

4 door sedan means evil twin is in the building! Lol 😆

What neighborhood, were you guys filming in? It’s looks very nice and clean!

It looks great, inside and out.

Shout out to Genesis for doing their own thing when it comes to their flavor of luxury.

that car back out function is only available for 3T engine upgrade package not 2T base package.

Great looking car, I hope they sale tons of them.

I miss the Tau 5.0 V8 from the Genesis sedan🥺

All engines and trims offer a choice of AWD or RWD. Why can't BMW and Mercedes do that anymore?

Them wheels tho 👌🏾

They need to keep the price stable for the 2.5 with prestige package at asking price of $58K for 2022.

Although the Hyundai Santa Fe was more than adequate, this is the car I wished I had when I drove from Oklahoma to Eastern Tennessee back in August.

Terrific interior. Love the leather color.

Oh my God this car is magnificent

Gorgeous car! Every angle is show stopper...Those wheels look incredible too!

The Genesis G90 is more popular than the German luxury brands (BMW , BENZ , AUDI) in Korea. Korean politicians and businessmen use it a lot. In Korea, rich people and business leaders who have a lot of money sometimes ride the Genesis G90 for business purposes. In Korea, there is a culture of respect when riding a domestic car. Just like the President of the United States uses Cadillac.

Is the AR navigation available on US model?

Hi Tom, I see a lot of oohs and aahs but but very little from actual owners of the car. I have a new 2021 G80 Prestige which I acquired in late February as a birthday present for myself. Even though it is less expensive than and E Class Mercedes or a 5 series BMW comparably equipped it leases for numbers that are as high as or higher than the aforementioned. This is my 3d G80. Actually, to be totally correct, my first was a 2015 Hyundai Genesis which was the prior name for the Genesis G80, but the same car. My 2d was a 2017 Ultimate with the 3.8 311 HP engine. Up till now the G80 has been a reasonable substitute for a Jaguar XJ at a lower price. I say up till now because my prior two G80s had a much better build quality than my new 2021 G80 prestige does. Unfortunately its interior beauty is only skin deep. It is cheaply made with recycled plastic parts that go snap, crackle and pop like a bowl of rice crispiest on steroids. The drivetrain is far inferior to the prior car and the car shakes and shudders like a tractor when the engine starts and shuts down. The car hit's the brakes on its own when uncalled for and the car gets unstable because of this braking action. It can be scary at times. I have a couple of female friends who won’t ride in the car after it did some wacky things at highway speeds which is a shame because it should be a babe magnet.

Genesis isn't an anonymous brand anymore. It's the new Lexus when Lexus was at its peak. It IS a premium brand & the only thing Genesis has to tackle now is having a premium & upscale standalone dealership network. They need the GV80, G80, & G70 to sell well so they can develop standalone dealerships

I like this car, but I love these wheels.

Very nice!

Car reviews as vivid and uplifting as a rainbow 👍

OK I gotta know. Do you take all of the TP home? Do you buy and then return it? Are you just cool with the Costco folks and they let you borrow a cartful for the test?

I'm gonna wait to see if they offer a performance V8 at some point. Still love my 2015 5.0L

There is a stand alone Genesis dealer in Edmonton. I'm sure it's not the only one.

Very nice wheels! I hate that automakers mostly have shiny aluminum spokes...

Concierge service with first 5 years of maintenance covered...with 10year drive train warranty...can't go wrong with that!

Might be cool to have evil twin do the whole review (and us not know) and then when we get to the backseat we see Tom tied up in the back. :)

hate the front end would rather have a '67 Pontiac Grand Prix REAL chrome plated steel bumpers, big beautiful design...

Yeah finally someone sees that they raised it almost 6k for 2021 MY from 2020 G80 base price.

This will likely succeed against other rival sedans...but will lose out to it's sibling SUV.

I wish they kept the 5.0 V8 as a sport model at least

Way better review than Doug deMuro. Thanks Tom

7:14 how did his hands reach all the way to the front from the back seat o.o

Tom you seem like your from the Pacific Northwest or Canadian. Let me know if I'm right.

Well it looks cooool!!!!

I have never understood the buying something to impress someone else psyche? I believe that would constitute one version, of a fool. I like this car. I would like, not need more power though. Overall, a nicely styled vehicle. Well done Hyundai.