Genesis GV80
Among the most acclaimed luxury SUVs on the market today, the Genesis GV80 offers seating for five or seven passengers, a smooth ride, and an ultra-modern upscale interior. Buyers can also choose between the traditional square-back SUV reviewed here or the sloping fastback GV80 Coupe introduced for the 2025 model year (reviewed separately). Depending on the model year, GV80s may come with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, and buyers can opt for the standard four-cylinder engine or a twin-turbocharged V6.
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First generation Genesis GV80
The GV80 was the first crossover SUV from Hyundai’s upscale luxury Genesis brand. The GV80 is known for its whisper-quiet ride, excellent performance, attractive style, and high-tech luxury interior.
The GV80 is available in either three or four trim levels, depending on the year, including Standard, Base, Select, Advanced, and Prestige. Each successive trim adds more technology and luxury features. Standard equipment on all GV80s includes advanced driver-assistance systems such as blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, automatic high beams, and park distance warning. For comfort, heated front seats, a 12-speaker audio system, and a power liftgate are standard. Starting in 2024, every GV80 includes a 27-inch OLED dashboard and navigation touchscreen display, with smartphone integration. A wireless device charger is also standard.
Higher trims add features such as a head-up display, leather upholstery, heated rear seats, heated and ventilated front seats, a surround-view camera system, and active noise control. Bang & Olufsen premium audio is included on the Advanced and Prestige trims.
Model highlights
Turbocharged four-cylinder and twin-turbo V6 engine choices
Rear- or all-wheel drive (AWD became standard in 2023)
World-class luxury interior
Seating for five or seven passengers
Changes by year
Latest generation from 2021 - 2025
2025 Genesis GV80
Highlights
Minor exterior styling update
Instrument cluster and infotainment screen combined into 27-inch display
Restructured trim levels
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2024 Genesis GV80
Highlights
Four-seat Prestige Signature trim level returned to lineup
Wi-Fi hotspot became standard
Standard power-folding third-row seat for Advanced trim levels
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2023 Genesis GV80
Highlights
2.5T RWD trim level discontinued
All-wheel drive made standard across the lineup
3.5T Prestige Signature trim replaced by 3.5T Prestige Matte trim
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2022 Genesis GV80
Highlights
Four-seat Prestige Signature trim level debuted at top of lineup
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2021 Genesis GV80
Highlights
Genesis’ first SUV debuted with rear- or all-wheel drive
Midsize SUV with two or three rows of seats
Turbocharged four-cylinder or twin-turbo V6 power
True luxury appointments
Standard 14.5-inch touchscreen
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Jeff Zurschmeide has been an automotive journalist for more than 20 years, covering the new car business as well as motorsports and industry news. He lives in Tillamook, Oregon, at the confluence of great roads, nice weather, and plenty of space for a collection of strange old automobiles.
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