Genesis has pulled the covers off of not solely a refreshed model of its Electrified G80 sedan, but additionally a high-performance Magma model.
The Genesis G80 EV Magma Idea was revealed at this week’s Beijing motor present alongside its tamer sibling, which CarExpert understands is due right here early in 2025.
It follows the latest reveal of the G80 Magma Idea, a tuned model of the model’s BMW 5 Sequence rival that’s set to be supplied solely within the Center East.
It’s unclear what number of markets the manufacturing model of this new electrical model will probably be supplied in.
Genesis hasn’t revealed technical specs, so it’s unclear if there have been any adjustments to its 272kW/700Nm dual-motor all-wheel drive electrical powertrain.
The corporate has, nonetheless, confirmed it options “wider track-tuned suspension” to enhance roadholding and cornering, whereas there are larger brakes.
It rides on light-weight 21-inch wheels with staggered tyre widths, which sit beneath wider fenders, and Genesis has additionally lowered the experience top.
Beauty adjustments embrace a redesigned entrance grille, a rear diffuser and ducktail spoiler for optimised airflow, and a brand new rear bumper for a “extra commanding presence on the street” which options an built-in fog gentle “paying homage to iconic racing automobiles”.
Inside, there’s Alcantara and quilted leather-based upholstery, in addition to carbon-fibre inserts with a blue weave.
“The introduction of Genesis Magma to China signifies our enlargement into a brand new frontier of the driving expertise,” stated SangYup Lee, Head of Genesis International Design.
“G80 EV Magma Idea is a surprising expression of each our design and engineering capabilities, in addition to our dedication to fulfill the ever-evolving wants of Chinese language customers in pursuit of final efficiency, represented by the gorgeous and China-exclusive Acme Blue.”
Talking of blue, the refreshed Electrified G80 was additionally revealed in Beijing with a brand new color geared toward Chinese language patrons: Imaginative and prescient Blue, derived from the noble blue color in Chinese language tradition.
As with its combustion-powered counterparts, the up to date Electrified G80 will get a restyled grille and headlights with Micro Lens Array know-how, plus a refreshed entrance bumper.
The massive information right here, nonetheless, is the rise in measurement: the wheelbase has been stretched by 130mm.
Luxurious automotive manufacturers generally do that on this phase for the Chinese language market, with examples being the Jaguar XF L and Audi A7 L, moderately than pressure patrons to step as much as the following phase.
It’s unclear if this extended-length physique will probably be supplied exterior of China.
Genesis says the additional size makes the Electrified G80 extra carefully resemble the model’s BMW 7 Sequence-rivalling G90 sedan.
The dish-style 19-inch wheels are additionally paying homage to these supplied on the G90, whereas there’s further chrome trim.
Inside, there are reclining rear seats with leg rests, reminiscence, and massaging performance. The rear doorways have a quilted garnish inside and an easy-close perform.
There’s an electronically opening and shutting charging port cowl exterior.
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Genesis says it has additional lowered noise, vibration and harshness, whereas the Electrified G80 advantages from the adjustments made to the refreshed petrol-powered G80.
These embrace a 27-inch OLED show incorporating the digital instrument cluster and infotainment touchscreen, plus a 17-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system.
The Electrified G80 is one among three electrical Genesis fashions in the mean time, and one among two – the Electrified GV70 being the opposite – primarily based on a combustion automobile platform.
Genesis bought simply 11 Electrified G80s in Australia final yr, towards 44 BMW i5s and 437 Mercedes-Benz EQEs.
Solely restricted imagery is offered of the Electrified G80 and its Magma model. We’ll replace this text when extra turns into out there.
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