The All New 2026 Genesis GV80: Specifications & Available Inventory

When you upgrade to a Genesis GV80, you get a blend of first-class comfort, practicality, and affordability within the competitive luxury car market.
From its graceful exterior styling to its sumptuous interior amenities, this midsize SUV has made a significant name for itself and it’s well deserved.
Thoughtfully designed, with an engaging driving experience for you and your passengers, beautiful materials, advanced tech features, and smooth ride quality, it creates an environment you may find hard to leave. This is the SUV you’ll want for special occasions, epic adventures, and everyday driving.
Discover the specifications and what’s new for the 2026 Genesis GV80 below.
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New Features
Drivetrain & Performance
- New Rear-Wheel Drive Option
- Base 2.5T model now offers Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD).
- Before, every GV80 came with All-Wheel Drive (AWD) only.
- Terrain Driving Modes (AWD Models Only)
- Choose settings for Snow, Mud, or Sand to help the SUV handle different road conditions better.
- Smoother Ride System
- New system adjusts the suspension when accelerating or slowing down.
- Helps make highway driving more comfortable.
Trim Levels & Seating
- New 3.5T Prestige Black Trim
- Top-tier trim with exclusive black exterior accents.
- Unique black wheels and a full Obsidian Black interior.
- Special quilting and black ash wood finish inside.
- More Third-Row Options
- Power-folding third-row seat available on more trims.
- Lets you seat up to seven passengers.
- Simplified Trim Choices
- Lineup now centers on two engines: 2.5T and 3.5T.
- Clear upgrade path for added features.
Technology & Interior
- Bigger Standard Display
- All trims now include a large 27-inch OLED screen for gauges and navigation.
- Wireless Phone Compatibility
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ now standard on every model.
- Updated Steering Wheel & Charging
- New sporty D-cut steering wheel.
- Wireless phone charger moved to a more convenient spot.
- Improved Safety Tech
- New hands-on detection feature added to advanced lane-keeping and highway driving systems. Helps ensure the driver stays engaged.
GV80 Recognition
The all new GV80 model is still being reviewed, yet the 2026 GV80 already earned a 5-Star Safety Rating by NHTSA. While the 2026 model continues its launch across markets, we share some highlights of what has been appreciated most about the prior year models including:
- #1 Best Luxury Mid-Size SUVs of 2025 (Kelley Blue Book)
- #1 Best Luxury Mid-Size SUVs of 2024 (Kelley Blue Book)
- #1 Best Midsize Luxury SUVs (Car and Driver)
- #1 Best Luxury SUVs for Families (Car and Driver)
- #1 Best Midsize Luxury SUVs for 2025 (Cars.US.News)
- 2024 Editor’s Choice for Best Luxury Midsize SUV (Car and Driver)
- 2025 Genesis GV80 Awarded Top Safety Pick+ (IIHS)
- 2024 Genesis GV80 Awarded Top Safety Pick+ (IIHS)
Best Trim Level
We recommend test driving the 2026 GV80 3.5T Advanced AWD. Starting at 73,000 MSRP, the 3.5t Advanced AWD is positioned to provide increased performance and seating capacity, along with key luxury and technology features. Luxury owners enjoy this trim level most for these key features:
Performance and Chassis
- Engine: 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6, producing 375 horsepower.
- Drivetrain: Standard All-Wheel Drive (AWD).
- Suspension: Includes Electronically Controlled Suspension with Road Preview.
Interior and Seating
- Seating: Standard seven-passenger capacity with a power-folding third row.
- Upholstery: Standard Leather Seating Surfaces.
- Comfort: Standard heated front seats and front ventilated seats (part of the Advanced Package).
- Convenience: Standard panoramic sunroof.
Technology and Audio
- Infotainment: Standard 27-inch OLED Instrument Cluster and Navigation System.
- Audio: Standard Bang & Olufsen® Premium Audio System.
- Driver Assistance: Availability of features such as Surround View Monitor and Remote Smart Parking Assist is included with this trim.
- Lighting: Standard adjustable interior ambient lighting.
Trim Levels MSRP
- GV80 2.5T Standard AWD: $57,700
- GV80 2.5T Select AWD: $61,600
- GV80 2.5T Advanced AWD: $65,600
- GV80 2.5T Prestige AWD: $70,450
- GV80 3.5T Advanced AWD: $73,800
- GV80 3.5T Prestige AWD: $79,300
Performance
Powertrains
- 2.5-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine
- Maximum 300 horsepower at 5,800 rpm
- Maximum 311 lb-ft of torque at 1,650 rpm
- 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine
- Maximum 375 horsepower at 5,800 rpm
- Maximum 391 lb-ft of torque at 1,300 rpm
- 8-speed automatic transmission
Speed
- Car and Driver 60-mph Testing:
- 6.1 seconds (2.5T AWD Trim Level)
- 5.7 seconds (3.5T AWD Trim Level)
Drivetrain
- Standard Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) on base 2.5T trim
- Available All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
Fuel Economy (EPA Estimates)
- 2.5-liter turbo engine
- RWD: 20 mpg city / 26 mpg highway
- AWD: 19 mpg city / 24 mpg highway
- 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 engine (AWD only)
- 16 mpg city / 22 mpg highway
Chassis and Dynamics
- Available Electronically Controlled Suspension with Road Preview
- Drive Mode Select
- Available Terrain Mode Select (Snow, Mud, Sand)
- Chassis Domain Control Unit (CDCU)
- Rack-mounted Motor-Driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) with Variable Gear Ratio (VGR)
- Monobloc 4-Piston Front Brakes
Technology
Infotainment and Connectivity
- Standard 27-inch Integrated OLED Instrument Cluster and Navigation System
- Standard Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
- Available Bang & Olufsen® Premium Audio system with 18 speakers
- Genesis Connected Services
- Standard Wireless device charger (front)
- Four USB-C Ports
- Standard Fingerprint Authentication System
- Standard Wi-Fi Hotspot
Driver Assistance and Safety
- Standard Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist 2 (FCA 2)
- Standard Smart Cruise Control
- Standard Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
- Standard Lane Following Assist 2 (LFA 2) with Hands-on Detection (HoD)
- Standard Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Standard Forward Attention Warning (FAW)
- Standard Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA)
- Standard Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Standard Safe Exit Assist (SEA)
- Standard Advanced Rear Occupant Alert (radar-type)
- Available Remote Smart Parking Assist II (RSPA II)
- Available Head-Up Display (HUD)
- Available Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM)
- Available Surround View Monitor (SVM)
- Available Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (PCA)
- Available Highway Driving Assist II (HDA II)
Convenience Features
- Available Mood Curator
- Available Digital Center Mirror
- Available Power Door Closure (Soft-Close)
- Standard Shift-by-Wire (SBW) rotary gear selector
- Available Genesis Digital Key 2


Appearance
Exterior Appearance
Exterior Styling
- Double mesh G-Matrix Crest grille
- Two-Line Headlamps with Micro Lens Array (MLA) technology
- New, thinner Genesis emblem on the hood
Wheels
- Standard 19-inch alloy wheels
- Available 20-inch alloy wheels
- Available 22-inch alloy wheels
Exterior Colors
- Alta White
- Capri Blue
- Makalu Gray
- Savile Silver
- Storr Green
- Storr Green Matte
- Uyuni White
- Vik Black
Interior Appearance
Seating and Comfort
- Standard Leatherette seating surfaces
- Available Leather seating surfaces
- Available Nappa leather seating surfaces
- Available Power-folding third row (7-passenger models)
- Standard Heated front seats
- Available Heated and ventilated front seats
- Available Heated and ventilated second-row seats
- Available Heated front console armrest
- Available Ergo-Motion driver’s seat (18-way power adjustable)
- Integrated Memory System with Smart Posture Care
Trim and Features
- Standard Black High Glossy Interior Trim
- Available matte-finish wood trim
- Available microfiber suede headliner and pillars
- Available manual rear door shades
- Adjustable interior ambient lighting
- New D-cut 3-spoke steering wheel
- Touch-type Air Conditioning Panel
- Three-zone climate control
- Available four-zone climate control
Storage and Cargo
- 40/20/40 second-row folding seats
- Cargo capacity behind 1st row: 71.7 cubic feet
- Cargo capacity behind 2nd row: 36.5 cubic feet
- Cargo capacity behind 3rd row: 11.6 cubic feet (7-passenger models)
Interior Colors
- Obsidian Black
- Smoky Green/Earth Brown
- Smoky Green/Vanilla Beige
- Slate Gray/Bordeaux Brown (Available in Nappa Leather)
- Ultramarine Blue/Glacier White (Available in Nappa Leather)
Safety
Safety Awards
- 2026:
- 2025 & prior models:
- 2025 GV80 Earned 5-Star Safety Rating (NHTSA)
- 2023 GV80 Earned 5-Star Safety Rating (NHTSA)
- 2022 GV80 Earned 5-Star Safety Rating (NHTSA)
- 2025 Genesis GV80 Awarded Top Safety Pick+ (IIHS)
- 2024 Genesis GV80 Awarded Top Safety Pick+ (IIHS)
- 2023 Genesis GV80 Awarded Top Safety Pick+ (IIHS)
- 2022 Genesis GV80 Awarded Top Safety Pick+ (IIHS)
Standard Safety Features
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
- Lane Following Assist (LFA)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Forward Attention Warning (FAW)
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA)
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Rearview Camera
- Safe Exit Assist (SEA)
- Advanced Rear Occupant Alert (radar-type)
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Airbags
- 10 airbags, including front center side airbag and rear side airbags.
Warranty
- New Vehicle Limited Warranty: 5 years or 60,000 miles
- Powertrain Limited Warranty: 10 years or 100,000 miles
- Corrosion Perforation Warranty: 7 years or unlimited miles
- Roadside Assistance: 5 years, unlimited miles
- Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance: 3 years or 36,000 miles
- Service Valet: 3-year subscription
View Warranty & Extended Protection Plan: The Genesis Warranty
FAQS
When can I order a 2026 GV80?
The 2026 Genesis GV80 model has been released and is available at Genesis dealerships.
What drive modes does the GV80 offer?
The GV80 features a Drive Mode Select system, which typically includes modes such as Comfort, Eco, Sport, Smart, and Custom. Models equipped with All Wheel Drive (AWD) also feature Terrain Modes, which include Snow, Mud, and Sand.
Is the GV80 Coupe a hybrid?
The 2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe offers two engine options: a 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 engine (375 hp) and an available 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 engine with a 48V Electric Supercharger (409 hp).
Does Genesis have an SUV hybrid?
Genesis currently offers all-electric SUV models, including the GV60 and the Electrified GV70.
Is the GV80 good in snow?
All 2026 Genesis GV80 models offer standard or available All Wheel Drive (AWD). The AWD system includes a dedicated Snow mode within the Terrain Mode Select feature to optimize vehicle performance for snow conditions.
What engine does the 2026 GV80 offer?
The 2026 Genesis GV80 offers two engine choices: a 300-horsepower 2.5L turbocharged inline-4 engine and a 375-horsepower 3.5L twin-turbo V6 engine.
What does the extended warranty for the Genesis GV80 cover?
New Genesis models include a 5-year/60,000-mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty and a 10-year/100,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty. These warranties cover the repair or replacement of defective components manufactured or originally installed by Genesis.
Who do I contact to use my Genesis warranty?
For warranty inquiries, contact the Genesis Consumer Assistance Center at 844-340-9741.
Is the 2026 GV80 considered a small or large SUV?
The 2026 Genesis GV80 is categorized as a midsize luxury SUV.
Which is bigger, the 2026 GV80 or GV70?
The Genesis GV80 is the larger vehicle. The GV80 measures 194.5 inches long and 77.8 inches wide, while the GV70 is smaller in both dimensions.
Is Genesis considered a luxury car dealer?
Yes, Genesis operates as a luxury automotive brand offering a range of SUVs, sedans, and electric vehicles.
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