Genesis G80 0–60 Times
The Genesis G80 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 18 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.
The fastest tested Genesis G80 is the 2023 Genesis G80 Electrified Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 4.10 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 12.80 seconds at 106.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
The slowest tested Genesis G80 is the 2017 Genesis G80 3.8 HTRAC Sedan, which took 6.60 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 15.00 seconds at 96.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
Out of all the Genesis G80 tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 5.08 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 13.61 seconds at 103.49 mph.
Fastest 0–60
4.10sec
2023 Electrified Sedan · stock
Average 0–60
5.08sec
Across 18 runs
Avg ¼ Mile
13.61sec
@ 103.5 mph trap
Slowest 0–60
6.60sec
2017 3.8 HTRAC
Across 18 verified runs, the Genesis G80 ranges from 4.10 to 6.60 seconds 0–60, with a 5.08-second average.
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Genesis G80 Performance Overview
Genesis positioned the G80 as a midsize luxury sedan with a broad performance spread across 18 verified tests spanning 2017 to 2025. In DH form (2017–2020), the range opened with naturally aspirated and twin-turbo gasoline engines rated from 311 to 365 hp. The earliest benchmark came from the 2017 3.8 HTRAC Sedan at 6.6 seconds to 60 mph, before the 2018 3.3T Sport Sedan cut that to 4.9 seconds, establishing the first sub-5-second result for the nameplate.
The RG3 generation (2021–present) widened the lineup’s performance envelope while keeping gasoline models central. Turbocharged 2.5T versions, 3.5T twin-turbo cars, and the battery-electric Electrified Sedan pushed the tested range to 300–375 hp and introduced clear powertrain diversity across gasoline and electric configurations. A 2022 3.5T Sport Prestige Sedan reached 60 mph in 4.7 seconds, then the 2023 Electrified Sedan reset the mark at 4.1 seconds and ran the quarter-mile in 12.8 seconds at 106 mph.
Today, the G80 sits as a two-generation sedan line whose quickest current configuration is also its quickest overall, with RG3 models covering everything from mid-5-second 2.5T trims to the all-wheel-drive electric flagship.
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Genesis G80 0–60 Times by Generation: DH to RG3
2 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RG3 | 2021–present | 4.99s | 4.10s — 2023 Electrified Sedan | 14 | The RG3 generation (2021–present) averaged 4.99 seconds to 60 mph across 14 tests, led by the 2023 Electrified Sedan at 4.10 seconds. Output ranged from 300 to 375 hp across 2.5L Turbo I-4, 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6, Elec 87.2-kWh configurations. |
| DH | 2017–2020 | 5.43s | 4.90s — 2018 3.3T Sport Sedan | 4 | The DH generation (2017–2020) averaged 5.43 seconds to 60 mph across 4 tests, led by the 2018 3.3T Sport Sedan at 4.90 seconds. Output ranged from 311 to 365 hp across 3.3L Twin-Turbo V6, 3.8L V6 configurations. |
RG3
2021–present
Avg 0–60
4.99s
Fastest
4.10s
Tests
14
2023 Electrified Sedan
The RG3 generation (2021–present) averaged 4.99 seconds to 60 mph across 14 tests, led by the 2023 Electrified Sedan at 4.10 seconds. Output ranged from 300 to 375 hp across 2.5L Turbo I-4, 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6, Elec 87.2-kWh configurations.
DH
2017–2020
Avg 0–60
5.43s
Fastest
4.90s
Tests
4
2018 3.3T Sport Sedan
The DH generation (2017–2020) averaged 5.43 seconds to 60 mph across 4 tests, led by the 2018 3.3T Sport Sedan at 4.90 seconds. Output ranged from 311 to 365 hp across 3.3L Twin-Turbo V6, 3.8L V6 configurations.
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Genesis G80 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
18 tests · 6 years
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2025 Genesis G80
2 verified runs
Avg 0–60
5.10
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
13.55
sec
Recorded Tests
2
#07
2025 Genesis G80 3.5T Sport Prestige Sedan
5.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
13.40s
¼ mi @ 105.0 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 5.00 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 13.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 105.0 mph
- Engine
- 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 8A
- Horsepower
- 375 hp
- Torque
- 391 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 4,562 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 12.2 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 16 C / 24 H / 21.3 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Week
- Overall Rank
- #7 of 18
#11
2025 Genesis G80 3.5T Sport Prestige Sedan
5.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
13.70s
¼ mi @ 104.3 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 5.20 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 13.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 104.3 mph
- Engine
- 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 8A
- Horsepower
- 375 hp
- Torque
- 391 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 4,562 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 12.2 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 16 C / 24 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #11 of 18
How we verify Genesis G80 performance data
We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Genesis G80 trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Genesis G80 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a recorded test run
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Genesis G80 performance FAQs
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The 2025 Genesis G80 3.5T Sport Prestige Sedan has recorded 0-60 mph times of 5.0 and 5.2 seconds. Its quarter-mile runs are 13.4 seconds at 105 mph and 13.7 seconds at 104.3 mph. Both verified 2025 tests are stock AWD gasoline sedans rated at 375 hp and 391 lb-ft.
The fastest Genesis G80 on record is the 2023 Electrified Sedan, which reaches 60 mph in 4.1 seconds. It also owns the quickest quarter-mile result for the model at 12.8 seconds with a 106 mph trap speed. That makes it the quickest G80 both to 60 mph and through the quarter mile.
The fastest stock Genesis G80 is also the 2023 Electrified Sedan at 4.1 seconds from 0-60 mph. There are no modified runs in the records, so the fastest overall G80 and the fastest stock G80 are the same car. Its best quarter-mile pass is 12.8 seconds at 106 mph.
Across 18 Genesis G80 tests, the average 0-60 mph time is 5.08 seconds. The average quarter-mile result is 13.61 seconds at 103.5 mph. Those figures reflect the full set of recorded G80 runs and give a solid picture of where the model typically performs across trims and years.
The DH-generation Genesis G80, sold from 2017 to 2020, averages 5.43 seconds from 0-60 mph across 4 tests. The quickest DH car on record is the 2018 3.3T Sport Sedan at 4.9 seconds. DH models span 311-365 hp and include both naturally aspirated and twin-turbo gasoline powertrains.
The RG3 Genesis G80, introduced for 2021, averages 4.99 seconds from 0-60 mph across 14 tests. The quickest RG3 version is the 2023 Electrified Sedan at 4.1 seconds. RG3 cars cover a 300-375 hp range and include gasoline and electric powertrains, with turbocharged, twin-turbocharged, and electric setups represented.
The fastest DH-generation Genesis G80 is the 2018 3.3T Sport Sedan, which has a best recorded 0-60 mph time of 4.9 seconds. That stands as the quickest result among 2017-2020 G80 models. Across the DH generation as a whole, the average 0-60 time is 5.43 seconds from 4 recorded tests.
The fastest RG3 Genesis G80 is the 2023 Electrified Sedan with a 0-60 mph time of 4.1 seconds. It is also the quickest G80 overall. Across the second-generation RG3 lineup, the average 0-60 result is 4.99 seconds over 14 tests, making it the quicker of the two G80 generations on average.
The Electrified Sedan is quicker. Its best recorded 0-60 mph time is 4.1 seconds, while the 3.5T Sport Prestige Sedan's best is 4.7 seconds. On average, the Electrified Sedan runs 4.13 seconds across 3 tests, compared with 4.98 seconds for the 3.5T Sport Prestige across 4 tests.
The 3.5T Sport Prestige Sedan is the quicker trim. Its best recorded 0-60 mph time is 4.7 seconds, versus 5.3 seconds for the 2.5T Prestige Sedan. Looking at averages, the 3.5T Sport Prestige posts 4.98 seconds across 4 tests, while the 2.5T Prestige averages 5.63 seconds across 3 tests.
The quickest Genesis G80 quarter-mile run on record is 12.8 seconds at 106 mph, set by the 2023 Electrified Sedan. Across all 18 tests, the model averages 13.61 seconds at 103.5 mph. For the 2025 G80 3.5T Sport Prestige Sedan specifically, quarter-mile results are 13.4 seconds at 105 mph and 13.7 seconds at 104.3 mph.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
Motor Week
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Genesis G80 can do, not a single marketing claim.
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