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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.
Our scoring places the 2026 Genesis G80 at 8.3/10 overall, which translates to a Recommended rating for this sedan. 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. We score reliability at 8.4/10 — better than most direct rivals, if short of the segment's best. The 8.5/10 safety score puts it near the top of the class on this dimension; the official trim-level results at nhtsa.gov are worth a final check.
Performance scores 7.6/10 — competent for everyday use. Acceleration and handling are adequate for commuting and highway driving, though enthusiasts will want to look at higher-rated alternatives. The cabin tech earns 8.9/10 — infotainment, smartphone integration, and driver-assistance are all close to the best this class offers.
Priced from $56,907–$66,779, 23 MPG, seating 5, the Genesis G80 sits in the premium tier of the sedan category. Value is where it presses its advantage — 8.0/10, meaning the feature set and quality outrun the asking price. As the current model year, it benefits from the latest updates and full manufacturer warranty coverage.
Our take: The 2026 Genesis G80 is a solid, well-rounded sedan that covers the essentials without obvious deal-breakers. For most buyers in this segment, it's a safe, dependable choice.
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 2026 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 →
Across the G80 model years we've scored, the 2026 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
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| 2026 (this review) | 8.3/10 | $56,907 | |
| 2025 | 8.3/10 | $56,907 | Read review → |
| 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 campaign has been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| 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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Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
Explore the full lineup of Genesis models scored by Carivo — ranked by overall score across reliability, safety, value, performance, and technology.