Used Genesis G80 for Sale near South Carolina

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 $32,757, and its lowest point over the past year was $29,578. 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 value, comfort, and upscale features. The all-generations owner rating is 4.94/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the G80 for its luxury feel, smooth ride, and strong value for the money. They also frequently highlight its premium interior, sophisticated design, and advanced technology.

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

The main trade-offs called out in expert reviews are grabby brakes, rear seat cushion comfort, and Highway Driving Assist quirks.

33.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Genesis G80 models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Genesis G80 very highly for luxury features, smooth ride quality, and overall value. Expert reviews also reinforce its premium feel, strong materials, and polished driving character.

• Owners rate the Genesis G80 between 4.71 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

Long-term ownership risk looks manageable for used buyers, especially if you choose a well-kept example with a clean history and strong maintenance records.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 77.2% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Highway Driving Assist, Remote Smart Parking Assist 2, surround-view camera system, and blind-spot monitor.
• Infotainment: a relatively discreet 27-inch OLED display that houses the digital instrumentation panel and infotainment touchscreen, plus wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: According to the EPA, the 3.5T should average 18 mpg in combined driving, which is not impressive. However, on our relatively flat Southern California fuel-economy observation route, which has a 50:50 mix of city and highway driving, the test car averaged 22.8 mpg. Later, when driven with more enthusiasm on our mountainous evaluation loop, the G80 3.5T returned 20.6 mpg, with an 18.7 mpg result for the city portion. That was a pleasant surprise considering 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:

• base: The 2.5T base trim gives you the turbocharged four-cylinder engine and the entry point into the lineup.
• Advanced: The 2.5T Advanced adds more equipment while staying in the four-cylinder lineup, making it the best-value trim for many shoppers.
• Sport Prestige: The 2.5T Sport Prestige adds a more upscale specification, and the 3.5T Sport Prestige brings the twin-turbo V6, rear-wheel steering, adaptive suspension with road preview, and the most performance-oriented setup in the range.
• Prestige Black: The 3.5T Prestige Black sits at the top of the V6 lineup and emphasizes the most premium presentation.

What Genesis G80 do most buyers choose?

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

These higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they offer a broader mix of pricing, equipment, and availability. When more listings are on the market, you also have a better chance of finding the right color, mileage, and condition combination.

What is the Genesis G80's resale value?

Most model years are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you want to buy used after the first wave of depreciation has already happened. The biggest drops are concentrated in the newer years, while the older years are changing more slowly. That makes the market especially attractive if you want a newer G80 at a softer price than it carried a year ago.

The 2021, 2018, and 2017 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 −4.59% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −6.41%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 32.6% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 33.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $19,086. The Genesis G80 offers a classic luxury look, a smooth ride, and a premium cabin that make it feel special without chasing flash.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The G80 3.5T’s twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 is a satisfying engine. It generates a robust 375 horsepower and 391 pound-feet of torque—increases of 75 hp and 80 lb-ft over the G80 2.5T’s 2.5-liter turbo-four. Both engines employ a smooth eight-speed automatic transmission, and the G80 has standard all-wheel drive (AWD).
• Tech: Genesis includes three years of complimentary connected services, five years of navigation map updates, and three-month trial subscriptions to a Wi-Fi hotspot and SiriusXM satellite radio. 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 3.5T adds a standard head-up display with a 12-inch image projection. It communicates plenty of information, and also shows when other vehicles are in the car’s blind spots. The G80 can also alert drivers when the stopped traffic ahead is once again on the move.
• Starting price: Base prices range from $59,945 to $81,495, including the $1,495 destination charge.

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.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.