GV80 Reviews

[Aquineas]

Talking Cars first impressions

Very luxurious, taut, agile are some of the terms used, along with being very impressed by both powertrains.

Didn't really talk about the ride quality, but if it had been poor, would have mentioned it.

Edit - CR's written report does talk about the ride quality...


Dynamics: The ride, handling, and steering are impressive, making the GV80 very enjoyable to drive. It feels tied down and connected to the road, more like the European competitors than the floatier Acura MDX and Lexus RX. The ride is taut, although it has good compliance for absorbing road imperfections even with its massive 22-inch wheels. The body feels stout and substantial, contributing to a solid overall feel.


Thinking more and more that MT got a dud, and this is good news for those looking for more of a Germanic driving experience (not exactly surprising considering Biermann's team) without having to pay quite the premium.

Note the GV80 discussion starts at around the end of the 5 minute mark.

 

[Backslack]

This possibly answers my questions on which models they are driving. They will need to really change the settings though to get into the space that the Europeans are in as they are also very comfy to drive, but you can tighten them up nicely and even do individual settings. I assume that the GV80 will also allow an individual mode. That wasn't on the preproduction I don't believe.

It certainly adds up on the timeline. The GV80 manufacturing for the North American market started only a month ago, and some of these reviews were of GV80s that were here well before that. I guess we won't be seeing any reviews of the actual US-spec production model until it shows up on dealer lots.

 

[Aquineas]

It certainly adds up on the timeline. The GV80 manufacturing for the North American market started only a month ago, and some of these reviews were of GV80s that were here well before that. I guess we won't be seeing any reviews of the actual US-spec production model until it shows up on dealer lots.

Yeah I'm kinda nervous about this. US Hyundai engineers miscalculated on the suspension on the BH sedan (prior to 2012). It was rock hard, because roads in and around Fountain Valley are mirror smooth. They also spec'd amber DRLs in the DH (in addition to dropping the four beam HIDs from the KDM in the 2015). They also spec'd non-LED turn signals in the rear of the G70. It seems like they always do something that the purchasers of their vehicles end up spending money trying to "undo". I kinda wish they'd just leave stuff alone, or at least just borrow what the Aussies have done.

 

[YEH]

From the Autoblog review...

We started off in the 3.5T in full-boat Prestige trim. All 3.5T trims come with adaptive dampers that can adjust their firmness based on information from a forward-looking camera. On the cobblestone streets of the Meatpacking District and the patches of broken pavement on the West Side Highway, the GV80 displayed good bump isolation, slightly better than the standard-suspension version we would drive later. Both variants seem firmly sprung, with tight control of body motions, although the 3.5T is still able to deliver a plush ride — the standard-sprung version, slightly less so. The vehicles’ structure felt solid, devoid of creaks and squeaks even in these early production examples.


The West Side Highway and the Meatpacking district are good places to test the suspension/ride.

Think we have to take these reviews with a grain of salt as we do not know if these testers had the final tuning for the USDM GV80.

 

[Ptcrusn]

Another really good review of the GV80

 

[Backslack]

No mention of a harsh ride in that review either. The Motor Trend review was definitely an outlier.

 

[Aquineas]

Another really good review of the GV80

Some of this probably is due to sound-deadening, but it seems like the 3.5 engine is a little smoother on acceleration than the 3.3T. The 3.3T, at least in G70 form, starts to "thrash" a bit at around 4000 rpm.

 

[YEH]

So good, indepth discussion about the ride and engines.

2021 Genesis GV80 First Drive Review: The Real Beginning

The 2021 Genesis GV80 is an almost perfectly executed luxury crossover, and is just the sort of product a fledgling brand needs to succeed.

www.motor1.com

On smooth roads, the GV80 is one of the most comfortable vehicles in the class, balancing composure with an incredibly quiet character. The multi-link suspension (front and rear) hides small bumps and performs well over washboard surfaces, but bigger potholes send an unpleasant shudder through the body, even with the 2.5T Prestige's smaller 20-inch wheels (the 3.5T Prestige wears 22-inch rollers).

Without an air suspension and keeping to a more German-oriented handling, can see why the firmer suspension setup doesn't do as well with larger potholes, but can live with that (does the 2.5T Prestige have the road scanning camera system?).

It's the smaller bumps and road indentations that are more bothersome.

A bit odd that we aren't seeing a rush of reviews, but a trickle.

 

[wheeling]

So good, indepth discussion about the ride and engines.

2021 Genesis GV80 First Drive Review: The Real Beginning

The 2021 Genesis GV80 is an almost perfectly executed luxury crossover, and is just the sort of product a fledgling brand needs to succeed.

www.motor1.com

On smooth roads, the GV80 is one of the most comfortable vehicles in the class, balancing composure with an incredibly quiet character. The multi-link suspension (front and rear) hides small bumps and performs well over washboard surfaces, but bigger potholes send an unpleasant shudder through the body, even with the 2.5T Prestige's smaller 20-inch wheels (the 3.5T Prestige wears 22-inch rollers).

Without an air suspension and keeping to a more German-oriented handling, can see why the firmer suspension setup doesn't do as well with larger potholes, but can live with that (does the 2.5T Prestige have the road scanning camera system?).

It's the smaller bumps and road indentations that are more bothersome.

A bit odd that we aren't seeing a rush of reviews, but a trickle.

The FWD does not but the AWD does. but I doubt the review is for a FWD version.

 

[Backslack]

The FWD does not but the AWD does. but I doubt the review is for a FWD version.

What? The GV80 is RWD.

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[wheeling]

You are right RWD.

 

[AWD]

Now that 101 trap speed shows the power to weight ratio. Then 5.3 0-60 makes sense relative to Motortrend's 6 flat. And the 5-60 time of 6.1 is great in light of the longer gearing for the V6.

Of course this is the Advanced trim with 20" wheels. Somewhat better numbers could be expected independently from testing methodology.

Good comment on interior noise level too.

Tested: 2021 Genesis GV80 3.5T Delivers Guilt-Free Opulence

Genesis builds its first SUV around a lavish interior and a bargain price.

www.caranddriver.com

 

[Backslack]

Seems like the only real weakness compared to the competition is towing capacity, for the 5% of buyers that plan to tow with this.

 

[Beefer]

6k lbs braked towing capacity is plenty for more than most.

 

[wheeling]

This is a good review and reinforced my choice for Advanced, with 20" wheels and a spare.

 

[Starflyer]

And then there's this. Looks like the GV80 is 2" shorter than the G80. Perfect for my garage and the freezer that sits in front of my present G80.

 

[lindros2]

From the C&D review, does the US model not get the fully digital dash (gauges)? This the Advanced+...

 

[Saintt]

It does but only in the Prestige trim.

 

[lindros2]

It does but only in the Prestige trim.

thank you.

 

[YEH]

Ranked #1 in its segment by C/D, ahead of the Cayenne and X5 (scroll down).

2025 Genesis GV80 Review, Pricing, and Specs

The 2025 Genesis GV80 gets an updated powertrain as part of its mid-cycle refresh, and a host of new equipment that sweetens this already lavish offering.

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Of the reviews thus far, seems like the biggest thing to draw from them is how much the reviewers have been wowed by the interior.