The GV80 is available with a choice of two engines, each of which is capable of pulling up to 6,000 lbs in towing capacity. The base engine is a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder developing 300 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque. This is paired with an eight-speed automatic gearbox for smooth shifts. Power goes to all four corners as standard. Opt for models with the 3.5T suffix, and you' get even more power: a 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V6 that produces an impressive 375 hp and 391 lb-ft of torque. In terms of acceleration and top speed figures, Genesis hasn't provided any information, but don't expect the GV80 to be a class-leading performance SUV - this vehicle is all about comfort and luxury, as evidenced by the availability of features like active noise cancellation and electronically controlled suspension. Refinement and smoothness come second to speed, but this isn't an underpowered hunk of technology either and will happily pottle along just as well as it can cruise on the highway.
The base engine is a 2.5-liter turbo-four with specs of 300 hp and 311 lb-ft of torque while the upper trims see the use of a bigger, 3.5-liter V6 twin-turbo power plant with 375 hp and 391 lb-ft of torque. Both models are equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and AWD. Either way, the power is there for smooth and quiet acceleration, and there's plenty for getting into that gap in traffic when needed. Both engines do that commendably, but the V6 model we tested does it with a more authoritative surge and a sense of athleticism. The Genesis eight-speed transmission has all the hallmarks of an excellent luxury unit. It's smooth, unfussy, and you'll forget it's there quietly going about its business of managing the power.
Genesis GV80 Trims | Genesis GV80 Engines | Genesis GV80 Horsepower | 创世纪GV80传输 | Genesis GV80 Drivetrains | Genesis GV80 MPG/MPGE |
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2.5T | 2.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas | 300 hp @ 5800 rpm | 8-Speed Automatic | AWD | 22 MPG |
3.5T | 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 Gas | 375 hp @ 5800 rpm | 8-Speed Automatic | AWD | 20 MPG |
3.5T Advanced + | 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 Gas | 375 hp @ 5800 rpm | 8-Speed Automatic | AWD | 20 MPG |
According to the EPA, the base model will return figures of 20/24/22 mpg on the city/highway/combined cycles, which is slightly thirstier than the RWD models from the previous year. GV80s with the bigger 3.5-liter engine, manage 18/23/20 mpg, which isn't great but is expected for the segment.
With a 21.1-gallon gas tank fitted to all models, the base versions will get you furthest with an average mixed driving range of around 465 miles. Our V6 tester delivered the 20 mpg combined despite freeway miles being offset by mountain road exploration. While 20 mpg combined isn't excellent, the Genesis engine is consistent and won't be prone to surprising the bank account. However, like most of its luxurious rivals, the turbocharged motors do require a steady diet of premium gasoline.
Genesis GV80 Trims | 2.5T | 3.5T | 3.5T Advanced + |
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Genesis GV80 Fuel Economy (Cty/Hwy) | 20/24 | 18/23 | 18/23 |
Genesis GV80 Trims | 2.5T | 3.5T | 3.5T Advanced + |
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Genesis GV80 Maximum Trailering Capacity | 6,000 lbs. | 6,000 lbs. | 6,000 lbs. |
Engine | 2.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas | 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 Gas | 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 Gas |
Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed Automatic |