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Old 06-02-16 | 09:30 AM
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Genesis brand has released a blitz G80 and G80 Sport models at the Busan Motor Show 2016 held in BEXCO, Busan 2 days.

Scheduled for release next month, G80 is characterized by a partial change of the existing model, the second generation Genesis DH, refine and enhance the exterior design advanced safety and convenience features. In addition, Genesys brand has introduced a new G80 Sport models equipped with a Lambda 3.3 GDi turbo gasoline engine.

G80 is scheduled for the fourth quarter of this year launched the sport's highest output 370 horsepower (ps), maximum dynamic torque 52.0kgf · m and equipped a powerful engine performance. G80 Sport is reportedly to deliver maximum torque from low and medium speed range based on the twin-turbo system, support the real driving gasokgam 5.0 engine level.

The exterior is finished in a more refined and differentiated design through the mesh-type front grille and rear dual twin muffler tips. Applying an air curtain on both sides of the front bumper improves the aerodynamic performance and has implemented a future-oriented image at the same time. Following aspects are maximized through the luxury matt chrome moldings and garnishes.

G80 Sport is a powerful engine as well as the performance of the braking performance meets the collapse sports seats in diameter was wrapped improve the bearing capacity of the entire passenger body and driving such a dedicated 3-spoke steering wheel and distinctive engine sound depending on the driving mode improves grip for maximized fun.

Meanwhile, Genesis will showcase the brand new diesel models G80 and the first half of next year. Genesis is planning to actively respond to the needs of our customers in various markets through the diversification of powertrain lineup.























Old 06-02-16 | 10:08 AM
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Wow. Fantastic. That front end is amazing
Old 06-02-16 | 10:16 AM
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The Genesis is a handsome sedan no doubt, and I'm happy to see the proliferation of turbo engines, but I still see a few too many Hyundai design cues. The lower fog light area on the non-Sport front end resembles to same area on the updated Santa Fe Sport. Same string of LED's etc.

I imagine the next generation Genesis vehicles will distance their design language further from the Hyundai brand.



Old 06-02-16 | 10:16 AM
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Originally Posted by LexsCTJill
Wow. Fantastic. That front end is amazing
I love the back too.....

Old 06-02-16 | 10:16 AM
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this is how you do it....
Old 06-02-16 | 10:20 AM
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Excellent looking car to debut the new Genesis brand. I love it.
Old 06-02-16 | 11:29 AM
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Looks very aggressive up front, the big grill is kind of a nod to Audi without being a total rip-off. That character line down the whole side of the car near the door handles is obviously an Audi ripoff. Kind of ho-hum from the side and rear views. Still its a great looking car, way better than what BMW is doing with their 3/5/7 series IMO.

Interior looks nice and uncluttered in the pictures, but its kind of hard to tell with interiors if its really nice without sitting in them.

One thing that does bug the crap out of me is the badge, its a total ripoff of the Bentley badge. Looks like they made the Bentley logo "art deco" and slapped Genesis in the middle.

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Old 06-02-16 | 11:46 AM
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I like the exterior of both G80 and Sport. The interior leaves me cold though, no imagination.

I agree with pbm317, the next generation will have more distinction from their current Hyundai roots.
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Actually it's good looking!
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One thing that does bug the crap out of me is the badge, its a total ripoff of the Bentley badge. Looks like they made the Bentley logo "art deco" and slapped Genesis in the middle.
meh I don't think anyone is gonna mistake a Bentley for a Genesis....

similar but not a COPY....








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Old 06-02-16 | 01:37 PM
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Originally Posted by LexsCTJill
Wow. Fantastic. That front end is amazing
I think a certain Japanese luxury brand could learn something from the looks of this front end.
Old 06-02-16 | 02:38 PM
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The interior looks kind of outdated. I pass.
Old 06-02-16 | 02:52 PM
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(I've seen that Hyundai-badged Bentley in real life here in socal. It's hilarious.)


Good looking car, especially in sport guise.
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It looks nice but I'm still not a big fan of the interior. It looks too plain and lacks character. Still a nice overall car.
Old 06-02-16 | 05:45 PM
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The red front end really reminds of of the Infiniti Q50 but the Genesis has always been a good looking car. I love the rear tail lights. All they need to do is make the navigation screen larger and pop out of the dash and it could be a winner.


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