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Genesis GV80
MotorTrend calls the GV80 the flagship model in Genesis' SUV lineup, a luxury midsize SUV that blends bold design, upscale materials, and cutting-edge tech to challenge premium rivals like BMW and Mercedes, titling one review 'How the 2026 Genesis GV80 Beats BMW and Benz, and Where It Falls Behind.' Car and Driver says now entering its fifth model year, the Genesis GV80 got a makeover that makes the midsize luxury SUV even better than before, with the slope-backed GV80 Coupe introducing a 409-hp V6 with an electric supercharger, while the rest of the lineup continues with the standard 300-hp turbo 2.5-liter inline-four and an available 375-hp twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6, and every GV80 getting a redesigned interior with a 27.0-inch OLED screen dominating the dashboard.
Genesis' flagship, challenging BMW and Mercedes
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) calls the GV80 the flagship model in Genesis' SUV lineup, a luxury midsize SUV that blends bold design, upscale materials, and cutting-edge tech to challenge premium rivals like BMW and Mercedes, titling one review 'How the 2026 Genesis GV80 Beats BMW and Benz, and Where It Falls Behind.'
Engine lineup and the 409-hp Coupe
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says the slope-backed GV80 Coupe introduces a 409-hp V6 with an electric supercharger, while the rest of the lineup continues with the standard 300-hp turbo 2.5-liter inline-four and an available 375-hp twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6.
A 27-inch OLED interior
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says now entering its fifth model year, the Genesis GV80 got a makeover that makes the midsize luxury SUV even better than before, with every GV80 getting a redesigned interior featuring a 27.0-inch OLED screen that dominates the dashboard, proving that Genesis is keeping pace with the times.
Questions buyers ask
How much horsepower does the Genesis GV80 Coupe have?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says 409 hp from its V6 with an electric supercharger.
What size screen does the Genesis GV80 have?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says a 27.0-inch OLED screen, standard on every GV80.
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The 2027 Genesis GV80 is built around 2.5L turbo four-cylinder, 3.5L twin-turbo V6, or 3.5L twin-turbo V6 with electric assist (Coupe), rated at 300 / 375 / 409 horsepower across its midsize luxury SUV body style.
Explore this topic →02Trims and equipmentThe 2027 U.S. lineup has 8 trims.
Explore this topic →03Towing and capabilityThe 2027 GV80 seats 6 or 7 and is a Midsize luxury SUV.
Explore this topic →04Safety and ownershipNHTSA recalls, complaints and crash ratings for the 2027 GV80.
Explore this topic →Current model year
2027 Genesis GV80
2.5T-prefixed trims share the 300-hp turbo four; 3.5T-prefixed trims step up to a 375-hp twin-turbo V6. The separate GV80 Coupe offers an electric-assist V6 at 409 hp.
Read specifications, trims, answers and sourcesModel-year archive
7 indexed Genesis GV80 model years.
| Model year | Trims | Open record |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Genesis GV80 | 2027 record → | |
| 2026 Genesis GV80 | 2026 record → | |
| 2025 Genesis GV80 | 2025 record → | |
| 2024 Genesis GV80 | 2024 record → | |
| 2023 Genesis GV80 | 2023 record → | |
| 2022 Genesis GV80 | 2022 record → | |
| 2021 Genesis GV80 | 2021 record → |
Background and safety record
What public sources say about the Genesis GV80.
The Genesis GV80 is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV manufactured and marketed by Genesis, Hyundai's luxury division, since 2021. It is the first SUV from the Genesis brand.
- Powertrain
- In June 2020, Hyundai Motor suspended delivery of the diesel powered GV80, as the company determined there were engine vibration issues due to carbon buildup. In September 2020, Hyundai Motor recalled 8,783 GV80s because of engine stall. Since the vehicle was launched in January, there have been eight recalls, four of which involved the engine.
Source: Genesis GV80 (Wikipedia); safety and recall figures from NHTSA.
Genesis GV80 at a glance
- Production
- 2020–present
- Model years
- 2021–present
- Assembly
- South Korea: Ulsan (Ulsan Plant 2)
- Class
- Mid-size luxury crossover SUV
- Body style
- 5-door SUV, 5-door Coupe SUV (GV80 Coupe; 2024-present)
- Layout
- Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout, Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, Front-engine, four-wheel-drive layout, Front-engine, four-wheel-drive
- Platform
- Hyundai-Kia M3
- Power output
- 304 PS (2.5T), 380 PS (3.5T), 415 PS (3.5T e-S/C), 0 PS (3.0D)
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Wheelbase
- 2955 mm
- Length
- 4945 mm (GV80), 4940 mm (GV80 facelift), 4965 mm (GV80 Coupe)
- Width
- 1975 mm
- Height
- 1715 mm (GV80), 1710 mm (GV80 Coupe)
- Curb weight
- 2025 kg (2.5T), 2095 kg (3.5T), 2135 kg (3.0D)
- Related models
- Genesis G80
- Designer
- SangYup Lee
NHTSA rated the 2025 Genesis GV80 overall 5 of 5 stars, front crash 4 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 4 of 5 stars.
Recent recalls (3 campaigns across the latest model years)
- April 2026, Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain Genesis 2022-2026 GV70, 2023-2025 G90, 2021-2025 G80, and GV80 vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail. Consequence: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
- January 2026, Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain Genesis 2025-2026 G80, GV80, 2026 G80 "Electrified," GV60, GV70 "Electrified" and GV70 vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of… Consequence: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or fuel gauge, increases the risk of a crash.
- August 2024, Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain Genesis 2024-2025 GV60 hybrid and 2025 GV80 vehicles. The rearview camera display may shut off when the vehicle is driven in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor… Consequence: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Owners filed 18 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Genesis GV80, most often about electrical system (5), lane departure (4), forward collision avoidance (4).
Year by year
The Genesis GV80 across 7 model years.
| Model year | Combined MPG/MPGe | EPA annual fuel cost | EPA records | NHTSA recalls | NHTSA complaints | NHTSA overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Genesis GV80 | 19–22 | $3,650–$4,200 | 4 | |||
| 2026 Genesis GV80 | 19–22 | $3,500–$4,100 | 4 | 1 | 5 stars | |
| 2025 Genesis GV80 | 19–21 | $3,700–$4,100 | 3 | 3 | 18 | 5 stars |
| 2024 Genesis GV80 | 20–22 | $3,500–$3,900 | 2 | 2 | 17 | |
| 2023 Genesis GV80 | 20–22 | $3,500–$3,900 | 2 | 4 | 37 | 5 stars |
| 2022 Genesis GV80 | 20–23 | $3,350–$3,900 | 3 | 4 | 43 | 5 stars |
| 2021 Genesis GV80 | 20–23 | $3,350–$3,900 | 3 | 5 | 58 | 5 stars |
Year-to-year changes
What changed in the Genesis GV80, one model year at a time.
| Step | EPA records | Combined MPG/MPGe, midpoint | Added | No longer listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 to 2026 | 3 to 4 | 20.0 to 20.5 | Labels: GV80 RWD; Drives: Rear-Wheel Drive; Size classes: Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | |
| 2024 to 2025 | 2 to 3 | 21.0 to 20.0 | Labels: GV80 MHEV; Engines: 3.5L 6-cyl SIDI & PFI; Mild Hybrid | |
| 2022 to 2023 | 3 to 2 | 21.5 to 21.0 | Labels: GV80 RWD; Drives: Rear-Wheel Drive; Size classes: Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
Buying used
What the Genesis GV80 recalls and complaints are about.
| Model year | Campaigns | Systems recalled | Warnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | electrical system (instrument cluster/panel) | None |
| 2025 | 3 | back over prevention (sensing system); electrical system (instrument cluster/panel); fuel system, gasoline (delivery) | None |
| 2024 | 2 | electrical system (instrument cluster/panel); fuel system, gasoline (delivery) | None |
| 2023 | 4 | seat belts (front); fuel system, gasoline (delivery); electrical system (instrument cluster/panel) | None |
| 2022 | 4 | seat belts (front); fuel system, gasoline (delivery) | None |
| 2021 | 5 | fuel system, gasoline (delivery); seat belts (front) | None |
| System | Complaints | Share of all complaints | Worst model year |
|---|---|---|---|
| electrical system | 43 | 25% | 2021 (14) |
| fuel/propulsion system | 31 | 18% | 2022 (13) |
| engine | 26 | 15% | 2022 (13) |
| forward collision avoidance | 21 | 12% | 2021 (10) |
| unknown or other | 21 | 12% | 2021 (8) |
| exterior lighting | 12 | 7% | 2021 (12) |
Trim by trim
Every 2027 Genesis GV80 trim side by side.
| Trim | Drive | Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Combined mpg | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5T | AWD | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) | 300 | 311 | 4,952 | 6,000 | 21 | $60,445 |
| 2.5T Select | AWD | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) | 300 | 311 | 5,085 | 6,000 | 21 | $66,445 |
| 2.5T Advanced | AWD | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) | 300 | 311 | 5,085 | 6,000 | 21 | $70,495 |
| 2.5T Prestige | AWD | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) | 300 | 311 | 5,140 | 6,000 | 21 | $75,595 |
| 3.5T Advanced | AWD | 3.5-liter V6 (Twin Turbo, GDI) | 375 | 391 | 5,239 | 6,000 | 19 | $77,845 |
| 3.5T Prestige | AWD | 3.5-liter V6 (Twin Turbo, GDI) | 375 | 391 | 5,337 | 6,000 | 19 | $84,695 |
| 3.5T Prestige Black | AWD | 3.5-liter V6 (Twin Turbo, GDI) | 375 | 391 | 5,250 | 6,000 | 19 | $85,695 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for the 2027 model year; base price is KBB's national base price where its list carries the trim by the same name. A dash means KBB lists no figure.
Specifications by year
Power, weight and towing for every Genesis GV80 model year.
| Model year | Trims | Engines | Horsepower | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Fuel tank (gal) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 7 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) / 3.5-liter V6 (Twin Turbo, GDI) | 300–375 | 4,952–5,337 | 6,000 | 21.1 |
| 2026 | 7 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) / 3.5-liter V6 (Twin Turbo, GDI) | 300–375 | 4,842–5,338 | 6,000 | 21.1 |
| 2025 | 7 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) / 3.5-liter V6 (Twin Turbo) | 300–375 | 4,850–5,115 | 6,000 | 21.1 |
| 2024 | 3 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) / 3.5-liter V6 (Twin Turbo) | 300–375 | 4,764–5,029 | 6,000 | 21.1 |
| 2023 | 3 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) / 3.5-liter V6 (Twin Turbo) | 300–375 | – | 6,000 | 21.1 |
| 2022 | 4 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) / 3.5-liter V6 (Twin Turbo) | 300–375 | – | 6,000 | 21.1 |
| 2021 | 3 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) / 3.5-liter V6 (Twin Turbo) | 300–375 | – | – | 21.1 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for each model year. A range covers every trim KBB lists that year; a dash means KBB lists no figure.
Owning it
Oil, fluid and wheel-nut figures for the Genesis GV80.
| Model year | Engine oil | Brake fluid | Wheel-nut torque | A/C refrigerant | Key-fob battery |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 0W-30 | DOT 4 | – | R-1234yf | – |
| 2026 | 0W-30 | DOT 4 | 101–116 lb-ft | R-1234yf | – |
| 2025 | 0W-30 | DOT 4 | 101–116 lb-ft | R-1234yf | – |
| 2023 | 0W-30 | DOT 4 | – | R-1234yf | – |
| 2021 | – | DOT 4 | – | R-1234yf | – |
Source: the manufacturer's owner's manual for each model year. A dash means that year's manual gave no single value for it, for instance one that lists two oil grades or two key types.
Model-year recall record
Genesis GV80: which model years carry more or fewer federal safety recalls.
More recalls than this model’s own average
- 2021 Genesis GV80 : 5 recalls on file, most commonly affecting fuel system and seat belts.
| Model year | Federal recalls on file | Complaints on file | Recalls most commonly affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | not available | electrical system |
| 2025 | 3 | 18 | backup camera, electrical system, fuel system |
| 2024 | 2 | 17 | electrical system, fuel system |
| 2023 | 4 | 37 | fuel system, seat belts, electrical system |
| 2022 | 4 | 43 | fuel system, seat belts |
| 2021 | 5 | 58 | fuel system, seat belts |
| 2020 | 1 | 0 | seat belts |
| 2019 | not available | ||
| 2018 | not available | ||
| 2017 | not available | ||
| 2016 | not available | ||
| 2015 | not available |
Method: recall counts and their affected components come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API, queried by exact make, model and model year. Complaint counts come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API, same query pattern. Data pulled 2026-09-04.
Known gap: the NHTSA complaints API did not return data for Genesis GV80 model year 2026 when queried for this page: the request itself failed upstream, not returning a genuine zero. Those years are marked "not available" above instead of shown as clean; recall counts for those years are unaffected and come from the separate recalls API, which returned data for every year listed.
Check open recalls by VIN for one particular vehicle.
Q01Is there a best year to buy a Genesis GV80?
Recall count alone can't answer that: it says nothing about a specific vehicle's price, mileage, accident history or maintenance record. What federal data can say: 2021 carried more. See the model-year table on this page for the exact counts and what they cover.
Q02Which Genesis GV80 model years should I watch for recalls?
The 2021 Genesis GV80 has 5 federal recalls on file, most commonly affecting fuel system, seat belts. Always confirm the open/completed status of every campaign for the specific VIN: a recall on this list may already be repaired on the vehicle in front of you.
Q03What are common recall-related problems on the Genesis GV80 by model year?
2026: electrical system. 2025: backup camera, electrical system, fuel system. 2024: electrical system, fuel system. 2023: fuel system, seat belts, electrical system. 2022: fuel system, seat belts. 2021: fuel system, seat belts.
Q04Why do some Genesis GV80 model years show "not available" for complaints?
The NHTSA complaints API did not return data for Genesis GV80 model year 2026 when queried for this page: the request itself failed upstream instead of the count genuinely being zero. Recall counts for those years are unaffected; they come from a separate NHTSA endpoint that returned data for every year listed.
Diagnosing one of these symptoms? The recalled systems above map to this site’s own ownership desks: general, evidence-first guidance that applies regardless of whether the specific vehicle in front of you was ever part of a recall campaign: Buying, records and recalls, Engine and cooling, Climate and electrical.
2021 Genesis GV80 owners specifically: see Engine and cooling and Buying, records and recalls.
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Frequent questions
Answers with their conditions intact.
Q01How many trims does the 2027 GV80 come in?
The 2027 Genesis GV80 (midsize luxury SUV) comes in 8 trims: 2.5T RWD, 2.5T AWD, 2.5T Select AWD, 2.5T Advanced AWD, 2.5T Prestige AWD, 3.5T Advanced AWD, 3.5T Prestige AWD, 3.5T Prestige Black AWD.
Q02What are the 2027 GV80 trims?
The 2027 Genesis GV80 trims are 2.5T RWD, 2.5T AWD, 2.5T Select AWD, 2.5T Advanced AWD, 2.5T Prestige AWD, 3.5T Advanced AWD, 3.5T Prestige AWD, 3.5T Prestige Black AWD, listed from the entry 2.5T RWD up to the top 3.5T Prestige Black AWD.
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2027 GV80 use?
The 2027 Genesis GV80 is built around 2.5L turbo four-cylinder, 3.5L twin-turbo V6, or 3.5L twin-turbo V6 with electric assist (Coupe), rated at 300 / 375 / 409 horsepower across its midsize luxury SUV body style.
Q04How much horsepower does the 2027 GV80 have?
The 2027 Genesis GV80 is rated at 300 / 375 / 409 horsepower (2.5L turbo four-cylinder, 3.5L twin-turbo V6, or 3.5L twin-turbo V6 with electric assist (Coupe)).
Q05Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2027 GV80?
The 2027 Genesis GV80 is offered with RWD / AWD.