Textual content by Tom Appel
2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe Status Black
Specs
Class: Premium Midsize Crossover
Nation of manufacture: South Korea
Seating capability: 5
Colour: Uyuni White
| CG Report Card | |
|---|---|
| Room and Consolation | B+ |
| Energy and Efficiency | B+ |
| Match and End | A |
| Gas Financial system | C+ |
| Worth | B |
| Report-card grades are derived from a consensus of test-driver evaluations. All grades are versus different automobiles in the identical class. Worth grade is for particular trim degree evaluated, and will not mirror Shopper Information’s impressions of all the mannequin lineup. | |
| Large & Tall Consolation | |
| Large Man | B+ |
| Tall Man | A |
| Large & Tall consolation rankings are for entrance seats solely. “Large” ranking based mostly on male tester weighing roughly 350 kilos, “Tall” ranking based mostly on 6’6″-tall male tester. | |
| Drivetrain | |
| Engine Specs | 409-horsepower 3.5-liter |
| Engine Sort | Turbocharged and Supercharged V6 |
| Transmission | 8-speed automated |
| Drive Wheels | AWD |
Miles Pushed: 101
Noticed gas financial system: 18.6 mpg
Driving combine: 40% metropolis, 60% freeway
EPA-estimated gas financial system: 17/22/19 (mpg metropolis/freeway/mixed)
Gas sort: Premium fuel
Base worth: $89,400 (not together with $1495 (vacation spot cost)
Choices on check automobile: Particular paint ($650)
Worth as examined: $91,545
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Professionals and Cons
The nice: Stunning cabin, dynamic refinement, loads of energy
The great: Compelling design, assured exclusivity
The not so good: Dear in high trim, requires premium-grade gasoline
Overview
In search of just a bit “extra?” Not even fairly certain what you imply by extra? To not fear, Genesis has you coated—automotively, no less than.
Let’s outline “extra” as just a little extra energy and just a little extra fashion, two metrics which play very effectively within the premium crossover phase—a phase wealthy with stylish, refined, and infrequently sporty choices.
Genesis
Genesis rolled out the GV80 for the 2021 mannequin 12 months, cementing the Korean luxurious model’s place within the premium-vehicle market place. The GV80 was not solely effectively reviewed, it was additionally thought-about a powerful worth.
Enter, Coupe
A 2025 replace of the midsize crossover introduced with it vital cabin updates—together with a classy transfer to a single, contiguous, instrument panel and middle console display screen—and—and that is key to at this time’s dialogue, an all-new “coupe” physique fashion.
Related conceptually to the Audi Q8 and BMW X6, the GV80 Coupe encompasses a fastback roofline and customarily sportier angle than its associated—however non-coupe—showroom companions. On this case, we’re speaking concerning the Q7, and widespread X5, respectively.
Additionally newly out there for 2026 is the Infiniti QX60 Coupe, a sporty tackle the luxurious model’s extra mainstream QX60 midsize crossover.
The coupe variants of those premium crossovers don’t promote in addition to the traditional choices, however do command a worth premium, serving to to pad the carmaker’s backside line. And, as famous above, do present just a little “extra” for purchasers so inclined.
Possibly greater than just a little…
GV80 versus GV80 Coupe
For 2026, the traditional Genesis GV80 begins at $59,195; a compelling worth level for a roomy, refined, luxurious folks mover. The Coupe, nevertheless, which is obtainable in three ranges, begins at $83,345. That’s a giant worth leap only for a sloped roof, however because it seems, there’s loads of further and upgraded content material that comes as a part of the coupe transition.
Making sense of the GV80 Lineup
There are a selection of vital tools and content material variations between the usual GV80and the Coupe, so let’s make clear a couple of factors:
2026 Genesis GV80
- Customary engine is turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder rated at 300 horsepower
- Additionally out there with a turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 rated at 375 horsepower
- Accessible in rear- or all-wheel drive
- Accessible 3rd-row seating
- Base worth vary of $59,195-$84,175 throughout eight trim ranges
2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe
Comes commonplace with 375 horsepower V6, with an out there supercharged, mild-hybrid variant rated at 409 horsepower (the latter engine will also be discovered within the Genesis G90 giant sedan)
- Customary AWD
- No 3rd-row seating possibility
- Base worth vary $83,345-$90,895
Check Automotive
Shopper Information current spent a while behind the wheel of the 2026 Genesis GV80 with the traditional physique, and located it spectacular. You possibly can learn that evaluation by clicking right here. At present we’d wish to concentrate on the variations between the standard-body GV80, and the sexier GV80 Coupe. Our check automobile arrived with a backside line of $91,545.
Our check automobile represented just about all of the Genesis GV80 that cash can purchase. And whereas we’re just a little startled to be enjoying this close to the 6-digit barrier, now we have to say, this can be a fantastic automobile.
Inside
Plush at any degree, the GX80 cabin does turn into moreover luxurious as customers climb the trim-level ladder. As we famous earlier than, the CX80 cabin would look fairly at dwelling in any Bentley. Going with the Coupe doesn’t change that.
Exterior
We just like the buttoned-down look of the Coupe. Not like some coupe/crossover variants—particularly from Mercedes-Benz—the GV80 Coupe comes off as naturally sporty. It’s an excellent look, and a enjoyable different for Genesis intenders searching for one thing rather less visually conservative than the usual ’80.
Passenger House
Solely rear headroom is affected by the sloping roofline, and its not by a lot. Per revealed numbers equipped by Genesis, rear-seat headroom within the GV80 Coupe shrinks by about an inch—which means that taller occupants could discover house wanting. That mentioned, this 6-foot editor discovered himself fairly comfy within the 2nd seating row.
Cargo House
Whereas there’s loads of big-crossover cargo house within the GV80 Coupe, there’s much more within the standard-body model. With the twond-row seatback within the upright place, the usual GV80 boasts roughly 6 further cubic toes of cargo house, 12 with the seat folded flat.
Consumers with a have to schlep a number of cargo will wish to escape the tape measure to make sure the Coupe provides all of the house wanted.
Energy and Efficiency
The 409-horsepower V6 unique to the Coupe boasts each mild-hybrid drivetrain know-how, and electrical supercharging. That mentioned, the extra energy afforded by the spectacular setup doesn’t a lot change the drive expertise. Even 4-cylinder GV80s are fast, with the V6 engines bringing extra energy—and extra importantly, extra refinement–the V6 engines are smoother in operation, and sound classier.
Journey and Dealing with
Whereas the chassis is tuned the identical for all GV80 fashions and trim ranges, the crossover’s Clever Drive Mode system is enhanced for Coupes. All GV80s take pleasure in the next drive modes:
Coupes add to the checklist a Sport+ possibility, which companies up each the suspension and steering, and quickens the transmission shift programming a bit.
We really feel most driver’s are finest served by maintaining the system in “Consolation” mode. That mentioned, the incremental improve generally sportiness afforded by the Sport+ mode could also be appreciated on twisty roads in a rural or mountainous setting.
Worth
We discover the usual Genesis GV80 to characterize sturdy worth within the premium midsize crossover phase, and wholly endorse the crossover for the well-heeled buyer searching for each consolation and refinement.
Spending a further $4000-$8000 for the GV80 Coupe means spending $4000-$8000 extra on your automobile–not an insignificant sum–however does carry with it a rakish roofline and distinctive profile, issues that are troublesome to worth.
We’re positive sticking with the usual GV80, however absolutely respect the inclination to drive one thing that doesn’t get misplaced in site visitors, and the Coupe model of this Genesis actually seems to be a minimize above, and we expect that’s value “just a little extra.”
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