Used Genesis G80 for Sale nearColumbia, SC

How much does the Genesis G80 cost in today's market?

Used Genesis G80 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Genesis G80's current nationwide average price is $32,455, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $29,511 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Genesis G80 a good car?

Yes — the Genesis G80 is a strong used luxury-sedan choice if you want premium features, a smooth ride, and standout value.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.9/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the G80 for its luxury features, smooth ride, and value for money, and they also highlight its sophisticated design, spacious interior, and advanced technology. Across the model years, the cabin quality and premium feel come through as recurring strengths.

Expert reviews rate the 2026 and 2022 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on grabby brakes, rear-seat comfort, and Highway Driving Assist quirks in recent expert-tested years.

32.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Genesis G80 models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Genesis G80 as a well-liked luxury sedan with strong value, premium features, and a smooth driving experience. Expert reviews also reinforce its upscale character, polished cabin, and thoughtful equipment.

• Owners rate the Genesis G80 between 4.7 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable, especially if you verify service history and choose a well-kept example.

What should I look for when buying a used Genesis G80?

Across all model years, at 74.5% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Highway Driving Assist, Remote Smart Parking Assist 2, surround-view camera system, blind-spot monitor
• Infotainment: 27-inch OLED display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: The G80 3.5T should average 18 mpg in combined driving, and the four-cylinder G80 2.5T is rated at 23 mpg combined.

Which Genesis G80 trim should I buy?

The 2026 Genesis G80 offers these trims:

• 2.5T base: This entry trim gives you the turbocharged four-cylinder engine, the 27-inch OLED display, and the G80’s core luxury-sedan character. It suits you if you want the most accessible way into the lineup.
• 2.5T Advanced: This trim builds on the 2.5T with more equipment and is the best-value choice if you want a richer feature set without moving to the V6.
• 2.5T Sport Prestige: This trim adds a more upscale presentation and the strongest equipment set for the four-cylinder model.
• 3.5T Sport Prestige: This trim brings the twin-turbo V6, rear-wheel steering, adaptive suspension with road preview, and a standard head-up display. It suits you if you want the most dynamic and fully equipped version.
• 3.5T Prestige Black: This trim adds the V6 with a more exclusive, high-end presentation for shoppers who want the top-end feel.

What Genesis G80 do most buyers choose?

The Genesis G80 years with the most listings are 2018, 2025, and 2019.

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shopper attention because they usually offer a wider mix of prices, trims, and condition levels. That gives you more chances to find the right balance of equipment, mileage, and value.

What is the Genesis G80's resale value?

Most model years are moving lower year over year, which is good news if you want to buy used. The biggest drops are concentrated in the newer years, while a few older examples are changing only slightly. One model year is still edging up, but the broader pattern favors shoppers looking for better entry prices.

The 2020, 2017, and 2021 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Genesis G80 safe?

• 2026: 8/10
• 2025: 9/10
• 2022: 9/10
• 2021: 10/10
• 2018: 9/10
• 2017: 9/10

The 2026 G80 includes Highway Driving Assist, which combines adaptive cruise control, lane-centering assist, and lane-change assist, along with Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 and a surround-view camera system.

For the safest used buy, the 2021 model posts the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Genesis G80 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −2.96% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −9.11%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 31% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 34.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $18,037. The Genesis G80 offers a polished cabin, strong value, and a calm luxury-sedan character that makes it easy to live with.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The G80 3.5T’s twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 generates 375 horsepower and 391 pound-feet of torque, and the G80 has standard all-wheel drive (AWD).
• Tech: Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, and the G80 supports saved driver profiles, a fingerprint authentication system, and digital key technology that turns a smartphone into the key.
• Safety: The G80 features Highway Driving Assist, Remote Smart Parking Assist 2, and a helpful surround-view camera system.
• Starting price: Base prices range from $59,945 to $81,495.

If you're buying used today, the 2018 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2018 Genesis G80 compare to the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?

Our experts score the 2018 Genesis G80 8.3/10 and the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 8/10. The Genesis gives you more power and a lower used price, while the Mercedes brings stronger fuel economy and a larger pool of listings. If you want the better value play, the G80 is the more compelling pick; if you want more shopping flexibility, the E-Class has the edge.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.