2025 Genesis G80
Independent review & score by Carivo
Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
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| Body Style | Sedan |
| Base Price | $56,907–$66,779 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
With an overall Carivo score of 8.3/10, the 2025 Genesis G80 earns a Recommended rating among the sedans we've scored. Its strongest dimension is Technology at 8.9/10, while Performance at 7.6/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. Reliability comes in at 8.4/10 in our assessment — above the middle of the pack for this class, though not flawless. Safety is a strength too — 8.5/10 by our scoring. As with any car, verify the official ratings for your specific trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Performance lands mid-pack at 7.6/10: enough power and composure for everyday needs, without the dynamics that distinguish the segment's driver-focused options. Technology scores 8.9/10 — one of the stronger tech packages in the segment. Expect a responsive infotainment system, broad smartphone integration, and a solid suite of driver-assistance features.
Priced from $56,907–$66,779, 26 MPG, seating 5, the Genesis G80 sits in the premium tier of the sedan category. The 8.0/10 value score is the headline: relative to what it costs, this sedan delivers more than most of the class. At 1 year old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Bottom line: Think of the 2025 Genesis G80 as the dependable pick rather than the exciting one. Shoppers who value predictability over headlines will be well served.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2025 Genesis G80 ranks #31 of 1310 sedans in the Carivo database — better than 98% of the segment. Its 8.3/10 overall score is 0.8 points above the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $56,907 starting price is about 106% above the segment's median of $27,664.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sedan ranking →
| Fuel (75,000 miles) | ~$10,095 ($2,019/year at $3.50/gal) |
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| Recall repairs | $0 — 2 campaigns on record; recall work is always free at franchised dealers |
| Insurance | Varies widely by driver and state — always quote the exact trim before buying |
We only print costs we can compute from sourced data (EPA fuel economy, NHTSA recalls). We don't estimate maintenance or depreciation — anyone who gives you one number for those is guessing.
Smart-money pick: the 2022 Genesis G80 scores 8.0/10 — within striking distance of the 2025's 8.3 — and starts roughly $5,000 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8.3/10 | $56,907 | Read review → |
| 2025 (this review) | 8.3/10 | $56,907 | |
| 2024 | 8.3/10 | $55,250 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 8.1/10 | $53,592 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 8.0/10 | $51,935 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 8.1/10 | $50,277 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 8.1/10 | $48,620 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 8.0/10 | $46,962 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.8/10 | $45,305 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.9/10 | $43,647 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle with our free VIN recall checker.
| Electrical system / instrument cluster/panel 16/01/2026 · 26V019000 | 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… |
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| Fuel system, gasoline / Delivery / Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings 10/04/2026 · 26V229000 | Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain Genesis 2022-2026 GV70, 2023-2025 G90, 2021-2025 G80, and GV80 vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail. |
Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
Own a 2025 Genesis G80 that's been repaired repeatedly for the same problem? It may qualify under your state's lemon law — run the free lemon law check →
We rate the 2025 Genesis G80's reliability 8.4/10 — one of the stronger records in its class. It has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year (details in the recalls section above — repairs are free at dealers).
2 NHTSA recall campaigns matched this model and year as of our latest check. Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
It scores 8.3/10 overall, ranking #31 of 1310 sedans in our database (better than 98% of the segment). A solid choice for most buyers — compare it against the segment leaders before deciding.
The 2025 Genesis G80 starts at $56,907 and ranges up to $66,779 across trims (MSRP when new). At 26 MPG, expect roughly $2,019/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
Based on our year-by-year scoring, the weakest G80 years we've rated are 2018 (7.8/10) — each at least half a point below the nameplate's best (8.3/10). See the full year table above before deciding.
The documented issues for the 2025 Genesis G80 are its NHTSA recall campaigns, which involve: Electrical system, Fuel system, gasoline (details in the recalls section above; repairs are free at dealers). For wear-and-tear patterns beyond recalls, owner forums are the best source — we only report what federal data documents.
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