2023 Genesis GV80 Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Stylish design
Standard all-wheel drive
Excellent value for money
Cons
Fairly pedestrian performance
Cramped third row
No wireless Apple CarPlay or Android Auto
The Genesis GV80 delivers value and so much more.
We first got an idea of the GV80 in 2017 at the New York Auto Show when the company debuted a concept. Fast forward to 2021 when we saw the first production model and we knew it would be a hit. Over the past two years, our admiration has only grown. Available with Standard, Advanced, or Prestige packages, the GV80 is a midsize luxury SUV with plenty of features, offering stellar value for those who recognize a good deal when they see it.
Verdict: With great styling inside and out, plus a healthy choice of potent powertrains, the Genesis GV80 is an attractive and capable option in the midsize luxury SUV segment. It's technology can require a bit of a learning curve, but there are few true faults with this vehicle.
The exterior styling exudes sophistication and grace with quad-lamp headlights and a bold grille. This midsize SUV is stately, coming in at just over 16 feet long. 19-inch wheels are standard, but our Prestige trim goes big with 22-inch alloy wheels.
The quad lamp look is echoed in the rear in the four-part taillamps above the dual exhaust. The hands-free liftgate is pretty boxy—no coupe styling here—but the SUV doesn’t suffer for it. In fact, our tester’s matte Brunswick Green paint job gives it quite an elegant look.
The dark green color continues on the inside on the quilted leather seats, where it looks excellent. The dash is split by thin, horizontal air vents and there is plenty of metal and matte wood trim. The center console is set off by three large dials—one controls the infotainment, one the transmission and the other is for drive modes. Genesis’s two-spoke steering wheel is here as well, looking quite different than the offerings from other luxury manufacturers.
Our one quibble is with the 14.5-inch infotainment screen that looks to be kind of plunked on top of the dash. It would be nice if it were built in just a bit more, but it’s a small annoyance. This interior is spacious and luxurious, and it’s a very nice place to spend some time.
For 2023, the Genesis is available in only all-wheel drive (AWD) with your choice of a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine or a turbo 3.5-liter V6. The smaller mill is good for 300 horsepower and 311 pound-feet of torque, but our tester came equipped with the larger engine, pushing out 375 hp and 391 lb-ft of twist. Both are mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission.
The GV80 is neither athletic nor nimble. In fact, it’s not even that quick. The five and a half seconds or so it takes to scoot to sixty is a bit slower than some competitors. It will attack a turn just fine, but it seems a bit sloppy when compared to its German rivals.
However, the GV80 excels at highway driving. Power delivery and shifts are smooth and the electronically controlled suspension can prime the dampers for upcoming roughness by scanning the road with the forward-facing camera. When combined with the active noise cancellation, your daily freeway commute has never been so smooth or so quiet.
What the GV80 lacks in the fun-to-drive department, it makes up for with its myriad features and luxury touches. Heated front seats and a heated steering wheel are standard in almost every trim, and our tester went big with ventilated front and rear seats that are adjustable seven ways to Sunday. Also here is the Ergo Motion driver’s seat. This isn’t a traditional massage function, but the seven pockets inside the seat can inflate and deflate to help reduce fatigue. Further, the seats are Nappa leather and positively sumptuous.
If you want even more seats, you can opt for a third row, but legroom is limited to just 30 inches. We recommend it only for children or your worst enemies.
Approach the car and you’re greeted with Genesis puddle lamps. The proximity key unlocks the car as the driver approaches, but there is also a digital key for those who don’t want to carry around a key fob. It’s great to have a tri-zone climate control system so everyone can be comfortable, and audiophiles will enjoy the optional 21-speaker stereo system. The suede headliner and panoramic glass roof are a nice touch as well.
The GV80 has plenty of utility too, with one of the largest cargo spaces in the class. Behind the second row, there are 34.9 cubic feet of space. Fold those seats down—at the touch of a button, naturally—and cargo space expands to a whopping 84 cubic feet. Towing capacity sits at a healthy 6,000 pounds, as long as the trailer is equipped with trailer brakes.
All trims get a 14.5-inch touchscreen housing the infotainment system, but our tester also came equipped with a 12.3-inch 3D digital gauge cluster as well. Yes, there are some 3D effects here but it seems a tad gimmicky. There is also a head-up display that projects information directly into the driver’s field of view.
The infotainment screen is just a tad too far out of reach to use via touch, but the dial is equally cumbersome. We like the “clicky” feel of the dial, but it’s a pain to have to cycle through every single icon. The top of the dial can detect handwriting, useful for searching for satellite radio stations or enter navigation addresses. The menu structure here is inconsistent and on the whole, there is a pretty large learning curve to the system.
The good news is that Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are both here. The bad news is that neither is wireless. There is, however, wireless charging, four USB ports, a 12-volt outlet, and a 110-volt outlet. No device should go dead in this car.
The Genesis GV80 is equipped with remote smart parking assist, a cool feature that helps folks maneuver in and out of tight parking spaces. Unlike other parking assist systems, the driver need not be in the car to use the technology. Simply press a button on the fob and the car moves forward or backward out of a parking spot and steers itself into perpendicular or parallel spots. It’s pretty cool.
The GV80 is awash with standard advanced driver’s aids. Safety features include forward collision warning, lane-keeping assist and follow, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert and collision avoidance, adaptive cruise control... you get the idea. However, there are a few key differences from much of the competition.
Firstly, Genesis puts a video feed of the car’s blind spot into the digital gauge cluster. Signal, and the driver gets a clear view of what is or isn’t there streamed right to their line of sight, no neck craning required. It’s an excellent feature and while we’re not a fan of just copying someone else’s idea, we wish more cars had it.
The GV80 also has Highway Drive Assist which uses the forward-facing camera and radar, the navigation system, and the lane-keeping aids to provide a hands-on/eyes-up driving aid. It can be used only on approved highways and at speeds under 95 miles per hour. It can also change lanes automatically if the driver signals, slow down for curves in the road or speed limit changes, and it learns from the human driver’s habits to make the whole process more smooth.
During our time with the GV80, Highway Drive Assist seemed to have difficulty when facing into the sun. Granted, the lane markings were hard to read even for our human eyes, but the car ping-ponged within the lane a bit too much for our liking. Once the sun was not so blinding, however, the system worked great, providing fantastic stress relief in stop-and-go traffic.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has given the 2023 Genesis GV80 a full five stars as an overall safety rating, including five out of five stars for a side crash rating and four out of five stars in a rollover and frontal crash.
The GV80 received a rating of Good for crashworthiness by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and Superior in front crash prevention involving cars and pedestrians. However, the headlights and LATCH system both received ratings of Acceptable.
If value is of utmost importance to you, the Genesis GV80 should be on your shortlist. Like the rest of the cars in its lineup, Genesis manages to provide a level of luxury and features at a price that is much less than the competition. While the GV80 with the smaller engine starts in the mid-$50,000, the V6 is a bit more, at around $63,000. That is less than the starting price for similar offerings from Germany. Our top-of-the-line Prestige tester is closer to $78,000 including $1,125 for destination.
Genesis also has a stellar warranty that includes a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, three years/36,000 miles of complimentary scheduled maintenance, and Genesis Service Valet care. Buyers also get three years of complimentary connected services, satellite radio, and navigation updates.
However, it lags behind its AWD competition a bit when it comes to fuel economy. The EPA gives the 2023 Genesis GV80 a rating of 18 miles per gallon in the city, 23 mpg highway, and 20 mpg combined. That’s less than similar offerings like the BMW X5, Volvo XC90, and Mercedes Benz GLE which can offer as much as 23 mpg combined, although it does a smidge better than the Audi Q7. Over 330 miles of driving, we averaged 21.5 miles per gallon.
Still, it’s tough to find a reason not to buy the 2023 Genesis GV80. Its looks are second to none, the interior feels special and there are plenty of luxury and technology features to satisfy. The driving experience is not the sportiest– get a Porsche Cayenne or a Mercedes-AMG if you want to go screaming around the corners– and the fuel economy is a bit lower the the competition, but it still represents an incredibly good buy in today’s market.
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Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Air filtration: ionizing · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Pandora internet radio · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 11
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 14.2 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.2 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: wood · Dash Trim: Leatherette · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Interior accents: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adaptive stop and go cruise control: fully automated · Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Assist handle: front · Autonomous lane guidance: lane centering · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power passenger · Footwell lights: color-adjustable · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 115V · Remote parking assist: parallel · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: accessory hook · Sunshade: side window · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Active driver support: active bolstering · Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 12
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 4.36
Engine
Alternator: 150 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: chrome · Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: integrated exhaust · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Fender lip moldings: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Rocker panel color: chrome accents · Side door type: soft close · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google search · Infotainment: Android Auto ready · Infotainment screen size: 14.5 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Instrument cluster screen size: 8 in. · Warnings and reminders: low battery
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 12
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rails: silver
Safety
Automatic emergency braking: intersection/junction turn · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: rear · Evasive steering assist: head-on collision avoidance · Parking sensors: rear · Pre-Collision Warning System: vibrating steering wheel · Pre-collision warning system: intersection/junction turn · Rear pre-collision warning system: pedestrian detection · Rearview monitor: in dash · Traffic sign recognition: adaptive speed limiting
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leatherette
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 14.0 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.6
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: multi-link · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: Turn-by-Turn Navigation · Smart device app compatibility: Genesis Connect · Smart device app function: maintenance status
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Towing and Hauling
Trailer hitch: ready
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: acoustic · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: with washer · Solar-tinted glass: front
Air Conditioning
Air filtration: ionizing · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Pandora internet radio · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 11
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 14.9 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.2 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: wood · Dash Trim: Leatherette · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Interior accents: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adaptive stop and go cruise control: fully automated · Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Assist handle: front · Autonomous lane guidance: lane centering · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power passenger · Footwell lights: color-adjustable · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): USB rear · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 115V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Sunshade: side window · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Active driver support: active bolstering · Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 12
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.91
Engine
Alternator: 180 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: chrome · Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: integrated exhaust · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Fender lip moldings: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: sensor-activated · Rocker panel color: chrome accents · Side door type: soft close · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google POIs · Infotainment: Genesis Connected Services · Infotainment screen size: 14.5 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Instrument cluster screen size: 8 in. · Warnings and reminders: low oil pressure
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 12
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power panoramic · Moonroof / Sunroof: power sunshade · Rear moonroof: fixed glass · Roof rails: silver
Safety
Automatic emergency braking: intersection/junction turn · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: front · Evasive steering assist: head-on collision avoidance · Parking sensors: front · Pre-Collision Warning System: visual warning · Pre-collision warning system: intersection/junction turn · Rear pre-collision warning system: pedestrian detection · Rearview monitor: in dash · Traffic sign recognition: adaptive speed limiting
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front and rear · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leatherette
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 14.0 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.6
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: multi-link · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: Turn-by-Turn Navigation · Smart device app compatibility: Genesis Connect · Smart device app function: vehicle location
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Towing and Hauling
Trailer hitch: ready
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: with washer · Solar-tinted glass: front
Air Conditioning
Air filtration: ionizing · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Pandora internet radio · Premium Brand: Lexicon · Touch screen display radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 2 subwoofers · Surround audio: 7.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 19 · Watts: 1050
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 14.9 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.2 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Dash Trim: Leatherette · Door sill trim: scuff plate · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Interior accents: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Active parking system: driver controlled brake, gas and gear selection · Adaptive stop and go cruise control: fully automated · Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Assist handle: rear · Autonomous lane guidance: lane centering · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power passenger · Footwell lights: color-adjustable · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): USB front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 115V · Remote parking assist: key fob operated · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: accessory hook · Sunshade: side window · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Active driver support: active bolstering · Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 16
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.91 · Limited slip differential: rear
Engine
Alternator: 180 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: chrome · Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Fender lip moldings: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Rocker panel color: chrome accents · Side door type: soft close · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google POIs · Infotainment: Genesis Connected Services · Infotainment screen size: 14.5 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Instrument cluster screen size: 8 in. · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 12
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power panoramic · Moonroof / Sunroof: power sunshade · Rear moonroof: fixed glass · Roof rails: silver
Safety
Automatic emergency braking: intersection/junction turn · Blind spot safety: passenger side camera · Camera system: surround view · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: rear · Evasive steering assist: head-on collision avoidance · Parking sensors: rear · Pre-Collision Warning System: vibrating steering wheel · Pre-collision warning system: intersection/junction turn · Rearview monitor: in dash · Traffic sign recognition: adaptive speed limiting
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: fold flat into floor · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Steering
Steering ratio: 14.0 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.6
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: multi-link · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: Turn-by-Turn Navigation · Smart device app compatibility: Genesis Connect · Smart device app function: maintenance status
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Towing and Hauling
Trailer hitch: ready
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: acoustic · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: auto-on in reverse · Solar-tinted glass: front