Buyer Research

2017 Genesis G80 — Should You Buy One?

Typical asking price: $17,000–$25,000. This is one of the more reliable vehicles in its class — here's what to watch for anyway.

Kestrel Take

A full-size luxury sedan with a V6 or V8, a real warranty, and depreciation so steep it borders on absurd. Nobody wanted the badge new, which is precisely why it's a bargain used. Mechanically it is far less risky than a German equivalent at the same price.

Known Issues for the 2017 Genesis G80

Ranked by wallet impact. These are documented, recurring problems — not freak accidents.

Theta/Lambda engine warranty extensionsMedium

Hyundai's engine coverage extensions reached across the range. The 3.8L Lambda V6 in the G80 has a better record than the four-cylinders, but check the VIN.

Repair cost range: $0 if covered, $5,000+ if not

Electronic module and infotainment faultsMedium

Screen and module failures. Dealer network for Genesis is thinner than for Hyundai.

Repair cost range: $700-$2,500

Air suspension on equipped trimsMedium

Some trims use adaptive suspension whose components are expensive and Genesis-specific.

Repair cost range: $1,500-$3,500

DepreciationMedium

It is the reason to buy and it will also be your loss when you sell. Plan to keep it.

Repair cost range: Reflected at resale

Walk-Away Red Flags

✗Open recalls
✗No dealer service history — the Genesis network is thin in some regions
✗Engine knock
✗Deferred maintenance on a car sold cheap

Good Signs

✓Original owner with remaining Genesis warranty coverage
✓Full dealer service history
✓3.8L V6 with documented oil changes

Found a specific Genesis G80?

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Known issues on this page are based on documented owner reports, NHTSA complaints, class-action records, and manufacturer technical service bulletins. Individual vehicles vary. A pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic is always worth doing.

Other Genesis G80 years

2019 Genesis G80

$26,000–$36,000