► Genesis reveals updated G80 Electrified
► Electric luxe saloon includes ‘Chauffeur Mode’
► Updated model just for Korea, for now
Genesis has announced a facelift for its G80 Electrified luxury saloon for the Korean market, stretching it and adding some swanky new technology.
The look itself hasn’t changed much, with the brand’s double-deck headlights, big mesh-like grille design and sweeping creases still all there. New wheels inspured by those seen on the larger G90 saloon feature as well as a longer wheelbase.
That longer wheelbase naturally means more space inside, which has been almost entirely used to increase rear space. The latest Hyundai Motor Group tech makes its way across with new, massive OLED screens and infotainment software, as does a new sound system for the electric powertrain and rear-wheel steering for better manoeuvrability. New ‘Road-Preview Electronic Control Suspension’, which is basically word salad for a suspension system that scans the road ahead for bumps (like a Rolls-Royce) is also included.
Most interestingly, though, is the introduction of the ‘Chauffeur Mode.’ The mode is designed to dampen hard acceleration, says Genesis, ‘through the optimisation of suspension and torque settings.’ The same applies to the brakes, too – the mode is designed to soften any stabby brake inputs.
Genesis has also given the powertrain itself an update, with the G80 featuring a larger 94.5kWh battery pack (up from 87.2kWh). The brand says that means a possible 295-mile e-range – a figure only presently measured under Korean certification standards.
It’s unconfirmed whether the updated G80 will come to Europe, but it seems likely. The car is considered one of the brand’s flagships in the European market (we don’t get the larger G90) as it hopes to increase sales in the region.