2022 Genesis GV80 Review

Name: 2022 Genesis GV80
Brand: Genesis

Price Range: $34,995 - $51,590

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First efforts are rarely home runs but the first-ever SUV from Genesis, the 2022 GV80, is flying close to the proverbial fence. This midsize luxury SUV offers bucket loads of amenities and a striking design at a price that undercuts the stalwarts from Germany. While there are a few areas in need of improvement, overall the GV80 is a very impressive SUV.

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Pros

Impressively smooth ride quality
Lots of luxury and tech features at an attractive price
Quiet and solidly built cabin
Long warranty coverage

Cons

Infotainment interface is cumbersome to operate
Available third-row seat is pretty small
Subpar fuel economy

What's new

Prestige Signature joins the lineup as the most expensive trim
Minor changes to advanced driver aid availability
Part of the first GV80 generation launched in 2021

Overview

Written by automotive expert Nick Yekikian

3/3/2022

The Genesis GV80 debuted last year as the brand's first SUV. Slotting above the similarly new GV70 in both size and price, the GV80 is a proper rival to some well-established competitors, including the Acura MDX, Audi Q7, BMW X5, Lexus RX and Mercedes-Benz GLE. But that doesn't mean it's a case of copy and paste. Genesis' take on the luxury SUV is unique to the South Korean brand and all the better for it.

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2022 Genesis GV80
2.5T 4dr SUV
$36,000
great price
$3,715 below market
- 40,737 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 5 Seats, 21 City / 25 Hwy MPG
- Koons Ford of Falls Church (21 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
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2022 Genesis GV80 2.5T 4D Sport Utility 8-Speed Automatic ** Bluetooth **, ** BLIS / Blind Spot Monitoring **, ** Moonroof/Sunroof **, ** Rear View Ca...
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Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: Yes
Features and Specs:
22 Combined MPG (21 City/25 Highway)
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VIN: KMUHBDSB1NU096821
Stock: KFCP220346
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 11-06-2025
2022 Genesis GV80
3.5T 4dr SUV
$43,500
fair price
$714 above market
- 11,825 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 5 Seats, 18 City / 23 Hwy MPG
- Koons Ford of Falls Church (21 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
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Located in Falls Church, VA
2022 Genesis GV80 3.5T 4D Sport Utility 8-Speed Automatic ** Bluetooth **, ** BLIS / Blind Spot Monitoring **, ** Moonroof/Sunroof **, ** Rear View Ca...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
20 Combined MPG (18 City/23 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: KMUHCESC8NU079185
Stock: KFCP220412
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 11-26-2025

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For style, the 2022 GV80 has a big shield-shaped grille flanked by a quad headlight design. Inside are premium materials and standard seating for five people. For the Advanced+ trim Genesis adds a third row for a total of seven seats. But all GV80s go big on technology. There's a large touchscreen along the top of the dash, for instance, plus loads of standard driver assist features. On the higher trim levels you'll also find a trick gauge cluster display with 3D graphics and an info-packed head-up display.

The 2022 Genesis GV80 isn't a perfect midsize luxury SUV, but it's undoubtedly a lot closer than you might expect from an upstart luxury automaker. Check out the categories of our Expert Rating to get our test team's in-depth evaluation.

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7.9

out of 10

We drove the 2022 Genesis GV80 on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Performance

7.5/10

How does the GV80 drive? The GV80 can be outfitted with a four- or six-cylinder engine — both are turbocharged with power figures that look impressive on paper. Our test GV80 came with the larger 3.5-liter V6 engine. In our testing it covered 0-60 mph in 5.7 seconds at the Edmunds test track. That's decently quick for a midsize SUV, but most competitors with six-cylinder engines are slightly quicker.

Engine aside, the rest of the driving experience isn't all that remarkable. The brakes respond a little abruptly at times, the steering effort is a tad heavy even in its Comfort setting, and although the handling isn't sloppy, most of the German SUVs feel tighter and more composed on a curvy road. If you intend to use the GV80 mainly as a highway cruiser, it'll do great, and none of this other stuff will matter as much.

Comfort

8.5/10

How comfortable is the GV80? One of the most important aspects for any luxury vehicle is comfort, and the GV80 does this better than many. One of the highlights is excellent ride comfort. All V6-equipped GV80s come with an electronically controlled suspension system that uses a forward-facing camera to read the road surface ahead and make suspension adjustments quickly on the fly.

The tri-zone climate control is also a highlight for its ease of use and effectiveness. The same goes for the heated and ventilated seats that are standard in all but the base trim. Seat comfort is solid as well, especially with the upgraded seats in the Prestige trim that have additional adjustments. Genesis also does a commendable job insulating its cabins against sound and vibrations, and the GV80 is no exception.

Interior

7/10

How’s the interior? Some hits and misses here. On one hand, the user interface is different, looks cool, and offers different ways of interacting with the infotainment. But the clickable knurled rotary wheel is somewhat clunky to operate. Not helping matters is the screen's inconsistent menu structure. The combination results in an infotainment system that is unintuitive and often distracting when on the go.

The GV80 is comparable in passenger space to the average midsize SUV. One exception: Headroom is a little tighter. Access to the optional third row is better than in most any other vehicle in this segment, but the third row is quite small and best reserved for kids. The step-in height feels a tad higher than average, but the seat height is right at hip level for the average adult, which allows you to slip in pretty easily. Seeing out of the cabin is easy thanks to large windows and strategically placed mirrors. The optional surround-view camera is great and worth getting.

Technology

8.5/10

How’s the tech? There are plenty of advanced driver aids, and most of them come standard and function very well. Genesis' smart cruise control with highway driving assist is one of the better systems in the class and even allows for some hands-off operation when conditions permit.

The available 21-speaker premium audio system is also quite impressive in the sound quality it delivers, though Genesis seemed to take a step back with the navigation map, forgoing street names on the display in exchange for a cleaner look, something we've recently noted in BMWs too. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto phone integration is included but isn't wireless yet.

Storage

8/10

How’s the storage? The GV80's cargo area is wide and accessible. The second row has a 40/20/40-split configuration and can fold flat at the touch of a button. Power-folding/unfolding third-row seats are one touch too. However, we noticed in our testing that if you've inadvertently got the second-row seatbacks reclined too far back, the third-row seats will get stuck on them halfway down in their folding cycle.

Underfloor storage in the cargo area is limited, but you can store the luggage cover here when it's not in use. Up front, storage for personal effects is better than in the average luxury SUV. But the door pockets are tiny, and plugging your phone in to access Apple CarPlay or Android Auto creates a mess of wires up front. The small bonus storage area underneath the center console can be useful.

Planning on hauling stuff? The GV80's 6,000-pound maximum towing when properly equipped is respectable and good enough for small travel trailers and recreational toys. But some rival SUVs have limits of more than 7,000 pounds.

Fuel Economy

6/10

How’s the fuel economy? The GV80 with the V6 engine receives an EPA-estimated 20 mpg in combined driving, which is slightly less efficient than competitors with V6 engines. It's also not quite as quick at moving the GV80 down the road as those engines. In Edmunds' testing, we saw 20.7 mpg on our 115-mile standardized evaluation route, which indicates the GV80 should meet its fuel economy estimates if driven with a bit of restraint.

Value

8/10

Is the GV80 a good value? While the GV80 lacks a bit of that high-end heft in some of its switchgear and trim, it gets the fundamentals right and offers lots of luxury features for thousands less than the competition. In terms of quality, it looks and feels like it's a level above typical Japanese luxury SUVs but a step behind the Germans.

One area Genesis has an indisputable lead is warranty coverage. Its five-year/60,000-mile basic and 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain coverage far exceeds anything its competitors offer, and Genesis includes three years/36,000 miles of complimentary scheduled maintenance.

Wildcard

7.5/10

The GV80 sports a pretty striking design with a unique elegance. It may not be to everyone's liking, but it does represent a form that is identifiably Genesis and distinctive in the class. Its twin-turbo V6 is peppy, and its ride is incredibly comfortable. But besides being pleasant transportation, the GV80 is rarely exciting.

2022 Genesis GV80 trim level differences

The Genesis GV80 takes an all-inclusive spa-day approach to its luxury SUV. There are three main trim levels: Standard, Advanced and Prestige. All are available with either a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine (300 horsepower, 311 lb-ft of torque) or a turbocharged 3.5-liter six-cylinder (375 hp, 391 lb-ft). They are connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission. The 2.5-liter is available in both rear- and all-wheel drive, and the 3.5-liter is AWD-only.

Which GV80 trim does Edmunds recommend?

Go with the 3.5 Advanced. The turbocharged V6 delivers an appreciable bump in power over the base four-cylinder that matches this SUV's excellent ride-handling balance. Advanced-spec GV80s also come with a road-sensing suspension that enhances ride comfort.Compare 2022 Genesis GV80 trim levels

Cost to Drive

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Reliability

The 2022 Genesis GV80 has a 5 years / 60,000 miles basic warranty and no recalls. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.

Recalls

There are no recalls for the 2022 Genesis GV80

Warranty

5 years / 60,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 10 years / 100,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 7 years / unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 5 years / unlimited miles
Free maintenance Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles

Genesis GV80 Reviews

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Overall, excellent value lux suv

Easywriter, 06/14/2021

2021 Genesis GV80 2.5T 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A)

This is our 5th Genesis vehicle, and offer the following comments for the 2.5t Advanced version: Reason we selected the 4 cylinder over the six cylinder (and price was not an issue): 1. 4 cylinder felt better weighted, without the "floating" feel (probably due to the auto dampening feature on the 6 cylinder vehicle we test drove) and the acceleration lag we noticed of the 6 cylinder … was not evident for the 4. The 4 cylinder in comparison felt stable and with smoother acceleration; (tip - top tier 91 oct. gas is the sweet spot for our 4 cylinder in terms of power / acceleration / smoothness, otherwise noticed a huge performance decrease using 87/89 oct. and when test driving, be mindful that the dealers may only have regular fuel in tank, and if this is the case, the engine's performance will not compare favorably to the 6 cylinder model). 2. we needed a tire with some sidewall protection (given prior low aspect tire blow outs with pot holes), while still having an attractive looking / proportional wheel package (given absolutely dismal MI roads, as well as other states - NY for instance). This vehicle has a beefy temp spare - and will probably upgrade the actual tire to one that is rated at 70 mph / 1,000 plus miles, to provide greater flexibility in the even of a flat tire. Pros: 1. extremely quiet interior, easy to spend a good amount of time (one trip was 16 hours with no fatigue), and we turn the engine noise system off; 2. surprising flat handling thru corners at speed; 3. beautiful interior, very attractive exterior (matter of taste) - and very comfortable seats for large and small people alike; 4. good storage and access; 5. very good overall ride; 6. priced very well given the competition, historically very good service (notwithstanding dealership amenities are Hyundai level), free oil changes / service the first three years (including the valet service), and five year bumper to bumper, and ten year / 100k drive train coverage / warranties - which provides significant peace of mind. The other 4 Genesis's we've owned were extremely reliable. Also, for the dealers we've dealt with, the cost of the normal service after the first three years is at Honda / Toyota (or less) prices. 7. highway auto - driving assistance - very good, and reduced significantly the driving stress of long road trips, excellent driver aids, very clear cameras; 8. smooth, and peppy 4 cylinder, and the more we drove the car, the "smaller" it felt given the ease to accelerate and its handling; 9. excellent info system (not the controls, though, mentioned below in the negatives), with a very good sound system; 10. gas mileage is not bad, typically 27 mpg on highway trips driving around 70 mph with some "sport" mode driving, and mixed driving, has been around 22 mpg. 11. in situations where more power / acceleration is needed, using the "sport" mode makes a difference, powering through mountains and thru traffic in busy cities (and makes it more fun to drive in the twisty roads). 12. gas tank is large, the range exceeds 500 miles in our long term trips. Negatives: 1. 4 cylinder engine sometimes whines in very hard acceleration (but no drone), but rarely noticeable unless driven aggressively / hard (and much more so with regular gas); 2. the actual user interface is a big disappointment from our prior G80 sport - which we thought was brilliant. For instance, the GV80's scroll wheel cannot be griped easily, is too far forward, and therefore, is a huge step back from the sport's raised scroll wheel which was next to the arm rest (where you could use the arm rest to steady your arm when using the scroll wheel.) Also, the array of controls is mystifying in their placement, and not intuitive. Finally, the silver center controls are blinding with the sun's reflection and we need to place a rag over same to limit the reflections to the driver (given certain sun/vehicle orientations on long road trips). Overall, the controls look great, and appear par with the segment,( but a disappointment from the prior Genesis G80 sport controls). 3. there is one usb interface which allows you to play back music from a usb drive (and the acceptable formats are decent for higher res music), however, you need to remove the usb drive (in a tight, hard to access location) each time you want to plug in your phone to play music directly at higher res from your phone. It would have been better to have had a second usb drive where you could always have your car music files at the ready / plugged in. 4. bug debris on windshield appears more pronounced after trips than prior cross overs / suvs (and is similar to a land cruiser we had). Overall, no regrets whatsoever in the purchase, and are appreciating it more and more as time is spent driving it.

Couldn't be happier — one of the best in its class

New Genesis Fan, 12/28/2021

2021 Genesis GV80 3.5T 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 8A)

I've read all the reviews as of this date (over 18) and wanted to provide mine. I've worked in the automotive industry now for almost 20 years and have worked for numerous manufacturers (at least 6 different ones). I've personally tested and evaluated many cars during this time. With that said, I can say that without a doubt this is easily one of the best vehicles in its class. … First, the design is outstanding and is a home run in my opinion. I love how luxurious and unique the GV80 looks. My friends jokingly and affectionately refer to the GV80 as a Korean Bentley, which isn't far from the truth considering the former Bentley Bentayga SUV designer designed this vehicle. The inside also blew me away — the simplicity and beauty in its design and the material quality is far better than what I've seen in any of its competitors (real wood and leather on the dash). This vehicle actually feels special when I sit in it — something no other midsize SUV makes me feel. I've also never had a vehicle turn so many heads and I've had multiple people come up and ask what the vehicle is. Second, the performance and ride balance is phenomenal. It's not as quick as an X5 nor does it handle as well, but it's only a few ticks off the X5 (X5 = 5.4 seconds GV80 = 5.7 seconds according to Edmunds testing). But it still handles well and the tradeoff is a smooth and serene ride. Did I mention the looks and craftsmanship? (Not a fan of the X5 interior as it looks like a 3 series and every other BMW). Third, technology on the GV80 is phenomenal. I've read some of the other reviews about not liking the technology resulting in low ratings, but Genesis' Highway Driving Assist II system is consistently rated as one of the best — if not the best — on the market by virtually every car magazine and YouTuber. Having personally evaluated other systems from Lexus, Infiniti, Acura etc., I can attest to this. I can see how it might be disconcerting at first to some drivers since the GV80's system actually steers the vehicle. I can understand this as I personally don't like the car steering for me (except for the lane detection system which works great). I just keep the adaptive cruise control on and turn off the steering function. The rest of the technologies are great but could be a little easier to use. Fourth, safety on the Genesis is outstanding. This vehicle no doubt saved Tiger Wood's life (which is partly the reason why we purchased this vehicle). Besides getting the highest rating in IIHS tests, it was later revealed that at the point of impact with a tree, the GV80 was going 75mph with the accelerator fully depressed. And it rolled multiple times. Considering the fact that many people get serious injuries at 40mph and under, this is quite an achievement. Fifth, reliability and warranty. I've read some of the reviews concerning reliability, and waited till we owned our GV80 for a bit (we now have almost 9,000 miles). During this time, we only had one minor glitch with the infotainment system, and nothing else. It's also received a "great" rating in the JD Power IQS survey. Considering this is a brand new car in its first year of production, that's pretty good (this is also not to discount any of the problems other people have had, just stating what JD Power is seeing). For context, both of my Acuras had a good deal of problems (including the oil consumption issue on the 3.7 liter, weld issues, torque converter, steering rack, etc.). That Acura was essentially a lemon. Currently, if you look at the X5 (which has been out for a while), it has the following recalls: Recalls performed on this vehicle • Rearview camera image may malfunction • Right front brake disc may loosen • Loose steering column shaft • NEW! Front axle/right control arm not welded properly • Extra bolt incorrectly attached to starter motor So every car has the potential for problems. Considering the 10yr powertrain warranty, I at least feel a bit better with the GV80. Improvements? Dealer network leaves a lot to be desired. The Hyundai staff are not well-trained on the vehicle yet and getting an appointment can take a while. Genesis customer service also needs better training. That being said, having them pick up the vehicle to service it is a HUGE time saver for us and is much better than having to take in our vehicle like we did with every other car we've owned (Audi, Ford, Honda, etc.) While the GV80 gets rave reviews on the smoothness of the ride and has the adaptive suspension on the V6 models, there's still room for improvement. I believe that Genesis needs to go with a dual damper design for an even smoother ride. And while the body is obviously very stout based on crash tests etc., I think it could still use some stiffening to have the "made from solid granite" feel. I think the first few gear ratios of the transmission should be lowered a bit. That would make it as quick (if not quicker) than the X5 without a huge penalty on fuel economy, which is another area of improvement. While the GV80 gets pretty decent gas mileage for its size and power output, I think that's the one area that could be improved. That being said, I do love how much power the GV80 puts out (absolutely destroys an RX350 AWD in acceleration without much difference in gas mileage). Finally, while the technologies are excellent in this vehicle, I think the user interface could be easier to use and should be rethought. I don't use the dial anymore and just use the touchscreen, but even some of the menu functions are not intuitive at first (it's easy after you get used to the interface). That being said, as the title says, couldn't be happier with our purchase. I honestly drive by other midsize SUV drivers and think to myself they have no idea what they're missing. This is the first vehicle that's ever made me feel that way and I think is what makes this vehicle stand out.

Comfort plus

New Luxury car in town, 02/06/2021

2021 Genesis GV80 2.5T 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A)

First of the Spinal support seats are amazing very comfortable for long drive. Best seats Ive seen yet. Electronic suspension works well. 2.5 T Engine has excellent low end power very quiet 1500- 2500 RPM and yes it pushes this 6000 lbs Vehical with little fan fare driving in city traffic. Push the engine hard and it becomes raspy a little annoying. If you drive your cars hard get the …

Rear differential transmission

Flj, 07/31/2022

2021 Genesis GV80 2.5T 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A)

Issues with rear differential, rear end needed to be aligned and tires were cupped. Left head light has a dead spot when illuminated at night so part of the road is not illuminated. Genesis dealership in West palm beach, repaired rear differential and aligned rear end but refused to replace rear tires. We contacted Genesis they refused to replace tires. They said they replaced Head …

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2022 GV80 Highlights

Trim:

2.5T

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$50,200
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	23 MPG
Cost to Drive	$203/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	34.9 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	5 years / 60,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the GV80 models:

Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist: Can apply corrective steering to help you avoid a collision with a vehicle in your blind spot when changing lanes.
Lane-Change Oncoming: Helps minimize the chance of collision with an oncoming vehicle on undivided highways if you inadvertently drift into the other lane.
Rear Occupant Alert: Uses a sensor to detect an occupant in the rear seat and can alert the driver to check the vehicle before exiting the vehicle.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall4 / 5
Driver4 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover16.9%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good

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