LIVING WITH A 2023 GENESIS G80 ELECTRIFIED: BETTER THAN THE GAS ONE?

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The Genesis G80 Electrified offers a luxurious interior with sleek styling and impressive technology, including a captivating digital cluster and a unique remote parking feature. However, its electrified nature, built on an internal combustion platform, introduces compromises. The reviewer notes a compromised seating position that doesn't go low enough and a reduction in trunk space due to battery placement. While the AWD provides brisk acceleration with 516 lb-ft of torque, the advertised range of over 300 miles on a full charge is deemed overly optimistic compared to its EPA-rated 282 miles, especially in colder or highway driving conditions. Ultimately, the reviewer suggests that for the $80,000 price point, the gas-powered G80 or a higher-tier G90 might offer a more compelling luxury experience, as the electrified G80, while competent, did not