Genesis Quietly Pulls the Plug on the G80 Electrified for 2025 : Automotive Addicts

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With out a lot fanfare, Genesis has formally discontinued the G80 Electrified for the 2025 mannequin yr, confirming the transfer after the mannequin was quietly scrubbed from the model’s U.S. web site. Whereas the G80 title lives on with its conventional gas-powered variant, its electrical counterpart received’t be a part of the lineup subsequent yr, and that’s a tricky loss for followers of smooth, battery-powered sedans.

The G80 Electrified all the time had an uphill battle. In contrast to EVs constructed from the bottom up on devoted platforms, the G80’s electrical model was a conversion of the prevailing gas-powered mannequin. However in typical Hyundai Motor Group vogue, Genesis managed to make it work impressively properly. With 365 horsepower and as much as 282 miles of vary from its 87.2-kWh battery, the G80 Electrified delivered a driving expertise that felt premium and polished, not compromised. In truth, it felt extra refined than some purpose-built EVs, because of its near-silent operation and the inherent consolation of the G80’s chassis.

However finally, that refinement wasn’t sufficient to sway many patrons. Giant electrical sedans simply aren’t gaining traction within the U.S. proper now, and the G80 Electrified’s low visibility and restricted availability didn’t assist. Genesis hasn’t shared official gross sales numbers for the electrical model, however with simply over 4,000 gas-powered G80s bought within the U.S. final yr, it’s protected to imagine the electrified mannequin represented a small slice of that already modest pie.

Pricing and future coverage uncertainty could have additionally performed a job in its demise. Genesis builds the G80 Electrified in South Korea, and if the proposed 15% tariff on Korean imports turns into a actuality below a second Trump administration, that might considerably enhance the automotive’s price. Add within the broader slowdown in EV adoption, and the enterprise case for maintaining the G80 Electrified within the U.S. begins to unravel.

It’s additionally unclear if the up to date model of the automotive, a longer-wheelbase, extra luxurious facelifted G80 Electrified, will ever make it to American soil. Genesis says it has no extra particulars to share about that mannequin’s future right here. For now, it appears like patrons hoping to get behind the wheel of a brand new G80 EV should act rapidly.

Some dealership stock nonetheless exists, with 2025 G80 Electrified models accessible at choose Genesis retailers throughout the nation. However with manufacturing now halted for the U.S. market, these autos are probably the final of their variety. For those who’ve been eyeing one, this is perhaps your closing likelihood.

The lack of the G80 Electrified stings a bit extra contemplating Genesis as soon as declared its intent to grow to be a completely electrical model inside a decade. Whereas its SUV-focused EV lineup continues to develop, this sedan’s quiet exit marks a reminder that even robust merchandise can disappear when the market isn’t prepared.

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