The Genesis efficiency sub-brand Magma is again with a brand new automobile. However not like earlier ideas, this one is not orange. The G80 EV Magma Idea sports activities a shade known as Acme Blue. Chosen not due to its electrical powertrain, however as a result of blue is the most popular a part of a flame, in response to Genesis.
Does this imply the G80 EV Magma Idea is the quickest automobile from the model but? There isn’t any method to inform proper now. Debuting at Auto China in Beijing, Genesis talks about suspension upgrades, greater brakes, and aesthetic adjustments to offer the idea a meaner stance. However the firm’s remained mum on powertrain specs to this point.
The production-spec Electrified G80 will get a dual-motor association producing a modest 365 horsepower. Whereas it is unclear whether or not the Magma Idea makes use of a model of this powertrain or one thing completely totally different, we’re assured there’s extra energy on faucet.
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As a substitute of harping on output, Genesis focuses on the idea’s wider fenders, new rear fascia with an built-in diffuser, and a small ducktail spoiler on the trunk lid. There’s additionally a brand new fascia on the entrance with bigger air intakes, and blacked-out trim. The G80 EV Magma Idea rides on an “superior suspension system” that lowers the automobile, however particular adjustments aren’t outlined. Bigger brakes are mounted behind customized 21-inch wheels that look similar to these on the GV60 Magma Idea, albeit with blue highlights. Inside upgrades embrace Alcantara and quilted leather-based with carbon fiber trim.
This is not the primary performance-focused G80 we have seen. Earlier this 12 months, Genesis introduced a limited-run mannequin for the Center East market known as the Magma Particular. That one is not electrical, with rumors suggesting it might have a 500-horsepower model of the sedan’s 3.5-liter twin-turbo V-6. It is also not the primary electrical Magma we have seen—that honor goes to the aforementioned GV60 that debuted on the finish of March on the New York Auto Present.
The most recent debut expands the Magma household, although presently it is unknown if this idea will see manufacturing.
