Changes for 2017/2018?

[Skeezix]

I'm targeting a used 2016/2017/2018 Hyundai Genesis/Genesis G80, but can’t find a list of what changed year over year, so hoping all here can assist.

It looks like 2015/2016 models were identical. 2017 was the first year as a G80, but still no changes from 2015/2016. 2018 seems to offer a revised front facia new trans handle, and the Sport trim with the Singer’s 3.3T engine.



If anyone can advise of year-to-year changes, I’d be very grateful, as well as any problem areas I should watch for.



Thanks!

 

[bubbaG80Sport]

The following are the sales brochures for the years you were interested in. You can use this to compare changes betwixt years.

2016 Genesis – Specifications page 9
https://cdn.dealereprocess.net/cdn/brochures/hyundai/2016-genesis.pdf

2017 Genesis - Specifications pages 19 -> 21
https://clients.dealeronlinemarketing.com/Car-Research/Hyundai/2017/Brochure/2017-Genesis-G80.pdf

2018 Genesis G80 – Specifications pages 23 -> 25
2018 Genesis G80 Brochure

 

[bubbaG80Sport]

Wikipedia also has a good summary of the different Genesis/G80 generations.
Genesis 2009 -> 2016
Hyundai Genesis - Wikipedia

G80 2017 -> Present day
Genesis G80 - Wikipedia

 

[glennk]

Nice work, guys!!! Great info.

 

[drumdudeguy]

I know when I was shopping the 2018 G80 Standard had a better looking front end (more chrome), a larger LCD info screen next to the speedometer, and different wheels.

 

[danygenesis]

I know when I was shopping the 2018 G80 Standard had a better looking front end (more chrome), a larger LCD info screen next to the speedometer, and different wheels.

Wrong. There is no difference in the front end, the LCD info screen is the same and the wheels didn't change either.

 

[drumdudeguy]

Wrong. There is no difference in the front end, the LCD info screen is the same and the wheels didn't change either.

We will disagree. I saw them side by side, did my research and bought the 2018.

 

[drumdudeguy]

2017 vs 2018 Front End differences

 

[danygenesis]

2017 vs 2018 Front End differences

I thought you were talking about the difference between the 2016 Hyundai Genesis vs the 2017 Genesis G80. The difference came between those two models and the 2018 Genesis G80. Thanks for the info.

 

[bthor]

Auto braking with pedestrian detection came out in 2018 - was the determining factor for me.

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[drumdudeguy]

I knew there was something else. I believe you are correct. I really liked the front end redesign. Was kind of plain earlier. Although I liked the 2017 wheels better.

 

[Don88]

I believe the "Shift by Wire" was a 2018 change.

 

[Skeezix]

Were LED headlights and wireless charging new for 2018, or could you get those things in a 2017?

I know the shift-by-wire was new for 2018, but I'd be happy with a 2017 (and maybe save some $$) if that and new 18" wheels were the only change for 2018.

 

[EdP]

Were LED headlights and wireless charging new for 2018, or could you get those things in a 2017?

I know the shift-by-wire was new for 2018, but I'd be happy with a 2017 (and maybe save some $$) if that and new 18" wheels were the only change for 2018.

18 is the first year for the surround camera. IMO, it is a great feature, enough that I'd pass on a 17.

 

[vmi9d3]

I have been researching '17/'18 G80s too and found this website to be pretty good:

https://cars.usnews.com/cars-trucks/genesis/g80/2018

 

[Skeezix]

Thanks so much vmi9d3!! Please post back here in this thread with your findings and I will do the same. I don't think the difference between 2017/2018 has been post anywhere on the forums yet.

 

[vmi9d3]

Thanks so much vmi9d3!! Please post back here in this thread with your findings and I will do the same. I don't think the difference between 2017/2018 has been post anywhere on the forums yet.

I am one of those types that love spreadsheets, here is what i have for the features I wanted to pay attention to. I think I got most of the big ones. I think it is self explanatory, if not let me know.

	G80/ 2017	G80/ 2018
Used price I have found in my area	$31-36k	>$36K
Safety Features
Adaptive Cruise Control	X	X
Blind Spot Monitor	X	X
Brake Assist	X	X
Forward Collision Warning	X
Rear Parking Aid	O- Premium	O
Lane Departure Warning	X	X
Lane Keeping Assist	X	X
Cross-Traffic Alert	X	X
Extras
Heated Front Seats	X	X
Heated Steering Wheel	O - AWD	O - AWD
Ventilated Front Seats (D/P)	O- Premium	O- Premium
Apple play	X	X
MPG (city/hwy) - type of gas	19/27 Regular	19/25 Regular
AWD/FWD/RWD	RWD/AWD	RWD/AWD
Engine Type (V6/4-cyl turbo)/HP	V6/ 3.8L/311	V6/ 3.8L/311
Leather Seats	X	X
Nice To Have Extras
Surround-View Camera	N/A	O- Ultimate Package
Heads-Up Display	O- Ultimate Package	O- Ultimate Package
Heated Rear Seats	O - AWD	O - AWD
Adaptive Headlights	n/a	n/a
Traffic Sign Recognition	n/a	n/a
Rain Sensing Wipers	X	X
Fog Lights	O	O
Remote Start	X	X
Heated Mirrors	X	X
Sun/Moon Roof	O- Premium	O- Premium
	An available Premium package adds ventilated front seats, a sunroof and power sunshade, parking sensors, and a surround-sound stereo. The available Ultimate package adds a larger 9.2-inch infotainment screen, a head-up display, and a power trunk lid. The G80 5.0 trim has a 420-horsepower V8 engine and comes fully loaded with all these features.

 

[WPB]

My 2018 G80 RWD ultimate has front fog lights, rear parking aid, and heated rear seats.

 

[spugger]

I am one of those types that love spreadsheets, here is what i have for the features I wanted to pay attention to. I think I got most of the big ones. I think it is self explanatory, if not let me know.

	G80/ 2017	G80/ 2018
Used price I have found in my area	$31-36k	>$36K
Safety Features
Adaptive Cruise Control	X	X
Blind Spot Monitor	X	X
Brake Assist	X	X
Forward Collision Warning	X
Rear Parking Aid	O- Premium	O
Lane Departure Warning	X	X
Lane Keeping Assist	X	X
Cross-Traffic Alert	X	X
Extras
Heated Front Seats	X	X
Heated Steering Wheel	O - AWD	O - AWD
Ventilated Front Seats (D/P)	O- Premium	O- Premium
Apple play	X	X
MPG (city/hwy) - type of gas	19/27 Regular	19/25 Regular
AWD/FWD/RWD	RWD/AWD	RWD/AWD
Engine Type (V6/4-cyl turbo)/HP	V6/ 3.8L/311	V6/ 3.8L/311
Leather Seats	X	X
Nice To Have Extras
Surround-View Camera	N/A	O- Ultimate Package
Heads-Up Display	O- Ultimate Package	O- Ultimate Package
Heated Rear Seats	O - AWD	O - AWD
Adaptive Headlights	n/a	n/a
Traffic Sign Recognition	n/a	n/a
Rain Sensing Wipers	X	X
Fog Lights	O	O
Remote Start	X	X
Heated Mirrors	X	X
Sun/Moon Roof	O- Premium	O- Premium
	An available Premium package adds ventilated front seats, a sunroof and power sunshade, parking sensors, and a surround-sound stereo. The available Ultimate package adds a larger 9.2-inch infotainment screen, a head-up display, and a power trunk lid. The G80 5.0 trim has a 420-horsepower V8 engine and comes fully loaded with all these features.

Thanks so much for this! I'm currently deciding between a 2016 Hyundai Genesis and a 2017 G80. Feel like making another spreadsheet? One big difference I've found is the ability to use Apple CarPlay. Looks like 2015-2016 can only do it if you have the Ultimate with the larger touchscreen.

 

[EdP]

One big difference I've found is the ability to use Apple CarPlay. Looks like 2015-2016 can only do it if you have the Ultimate with the larger touchscreen.

You have that backwards. The Ultimate can NOT do CarPlay or Android Auto. The hardware is not able to use it.