Genesis has officially introduced its first-ever EV model, the Electrified G80, to the global market at Auto Shanghai 2021.
Electrification is one of the key strategies for the company as it aims to design and provide new experiences for customers with electric models. Accordingly the OEM initiates its EV portfolio with the Electrified G80 and hopes to continue to drive innovation in this area with additional EV models to come.
Presenting a new standard for electric sedans, the Electrified G80 is built on the heritage of the G80 balancing athletic elegance, while offering customers an alternative electric powertrain. It not only boasts the kind of smooth and stable driving experience that only an electric vehicle can provide, but also offers powerful and dynamic performance.
The Electrified G80 delivers exceptional range and convenience for customers. Based on the NEDC standard, the estimated maximum range per charge is more than 500km (based on the Korean EV certification system, the company estimated number is 427 km). The 350kW rapid charging enables the battery to charge from 10% to 80% in just 22 minutes.
The vehicle comes with a standard all-wheel drive (AWD) enabling customers to enjoy dynamic driving, accelerating from 0 to 60 mph just in 4.9 seconds. The Disconnector Actuator System (DAS) can also connect or disconnect motor and drive shaft based on different driving conditions, enabling the vehicle to switch between RWD and AWD to reduce unnecessary power loss and increase efficiency. Its efficiency is 4.3 km/kWh when equipped with 19-inch wheels.
The G80 offers a 400/800V multi rapid charging system, allowing customers to use various charging infrastructures. Its driving motor and inverter are able to boost the level of voltage from 400V up to 800V, which is more optimised level for the system, providing a more stable charge. Thanks to this, customers can use a 800V rapid charging system with no need for an additional converter, and also a 400V charger.
The V2L (Vehicle to Load) feature enables customers to use electric power of 3.6 kW, which is higher than the level of average household, making it possible to use electric appliances outside the vehicle with ease.
Genesis equipped the vehicle with Active Noise Control-Road, the world’s first noise-reduction feature, which reduces the level of noise significantly by measuring and analysing road noises and creating sound waves of the opposite frequency simultaneously. Electronic Control Suspension with Road Preview, the adaptive suspension system that can be controlled by information supplied through the front-facing camera, also helps to create an optimal, smooth driving experience.
The Electrified G80 also features the latest technologies, especially in the area of sustainability. The carmaker sourced various natural or recycled materials for its interior such as leather with natural dyes for the seats, console, and rear seat armrest, eco-friendly natural wood trim with recycled wood, and environment-friendly, recycled PET fabrics.