Engine Capacity Rating
2.5 L - 3.5 L
Fuel Economy Rating
8 Km/L - 9 Km/L
Fuel Type Category
Petrol
Engine Power Output
304 BHP - 380 BHP
transmission
Automatic
Number Of Seats
5 seater
Engine Assembly
2.5 L - 3.5 L
Odometer Mileage
8 Km/L - 9 Km/L
Fuel Type Category
Petrol
Engine Power Output
304 BHP - 380 BHP
transmission
Automatic
Number Of Seats
5 seater
Engine Torque Output
421 Nm - 530 Nm
Engine Capacity Rating
2.5 L - 3.5 L
Acceleration Performance
5 sec - 5.7 sec
Drivetrain Type
Rear Wheel Drive
cylinders
6
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The 2026 Genesis G80 is a full-size luxury sedan that challenges the German establishment on design, technology, and value — offering a compelling alternative to the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class at a noticeably lower entry price. Prices start from AED 206,000, rising to AED 293,000 for the flagship trim.
Both turbocharged petrol engines pair with an Automatic gearbox. The 2.5T Sport (RWD) opens the range with a 2.5 L engine producing 304 BHP — more than adequate for the sedan's positioning — while rear-wheel drive keeps the driving feel clean and responsive. Step up to the 3.5T Platinum (AWD) and you gain a larger twin-turbocharged engine, all-wheel drive, a panoramic sunroof, rear-seat entertainment, and Genesis's full suite of driver-assistance technology. Both trims seat 5 and achieve 9 Km/L on a mixed cycle.
Pros: the G80's exterior design is genuinely distinctive — the crest grille and quad-lamp signature give it a presence that turns heads in ways the more conservative E-Class and A6 do not. Interior quality punches above its price tag, with real wood, metal, and leather surfaces that match or exceed class rivals. The standard warranty and complimentary servicing package reduce running costs significantly versus European alternatives. Cons: Genesis dealership coverage in the UAE remains thinner than BMW or Mercedes-Benz, which matters for servicing convenience over a multi-year ownership. Resale liquidity is improving but still trails the German trio — buyers who change cars frequently will find the exit less predictable.
Used 2026 G80 examples currently list from around AED 97,000 on CarSwitch — roughly 53% below the new entry price, reflecting both the brand's still-developing resale market and strong depreciation in the early years that creates a genuine opportunity for used buyers.
Buyers cross-shopping the G80 typically also consider the BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and Audi A6 — all premium mid-size sedans in a broadly similar price bracket. The G80 tends to win on value-per-feature and design distinctiveness; the German rivals win on brand recognition and broader dealer networks.