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Sacramento, California -- I've been fortunate to test drive a string of Genesis models of late, basking in the glow of luxury and high horsepower.
To understand why this relative newcomer to the scene -- the South Korean luxury/performance division of Hyundai was founded in 2015 -- has pulled down so many car/SUV of the year awards, you need only take a drive in, say, the 2025 Genesis G80 3.5T Sport Prestige AWD sedan (pictured).
Let's start from the outside and work our way in.
You want the exterior to protect what's inside, and to that end, the G80 has pulled down the coveted Top Safety Pick award of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
Under the hood is a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V-6 rated at 375 horsepower. On the fly, it feels stronger than that. Power is dished up smoothly, firmly pressing you into your seat. Suspension tuning is excellent. Curves are hugged with monorail stability, even at high speeds.
Inside, luxury abounds.
Safety technology is state of the art, and the generous list of comfort/convenience features is pleasing to driver and passengers. Extra-special perks include a power cushion extension, three-zone climate control, rear-wheel steering, power door closure, remote start parking assist and an easy-to-see head-up display.
Fuel mileage is fair for a twin turbo at 16 miles per gallon in the city and 24 mpg on the highway.
Volunteer passengers did not want to get out of the car, noting the luxurious surroundings, comfortable roominess and super-smooth ride.
Frankly, this Genesis sedan is as good as anything else out there ... and priced less than much of the competition.
Everything one wants? Pretty darn close, I'd say.
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