DecodedCars2026 Genesis GV80
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV RWD, Coupe 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 2.5L 4-cyl turbo, 3.5L 6-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline, Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 22 combined · 20 city / 26 hwy
- Length
- 194.9 in
- Curb weight
- 4,707–5,104 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 22 MPG combined, 27% below the 2026 small SUV average of 30.2 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 41 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Genesis GV80 is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.5L 4-cyl turbo and 3.5L 6-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 195 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 117-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,104 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 22 MPG combined (20 city / 26 highway), 27% worse than the 2026 small SUV average of 30.2 MPG, for an estimated $3,750 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 GV80 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 GV80 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Ul-San, Gyeongsang Province
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2026 GV80 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD | 194.9 in | 77.6 in | 67.3 in | 116.5 in | 65.7 / 66.5 in | 5,104 lb | 51/49 |
| 4dr SUV RWD | 194.9 in | 77.6 in | 67.3 in | 116.5 in | 65.7 / 66.5 in | 4,707 lb | 49/51 |
| Coupe 4dr SUV | 194.9 in | 78 in | 67.7 in | 116.5 in | 65.7 / 66.5 in | 5,049 lb |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GV80 RWD | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 26 / 22 | -27% | $3,750 | 403 |
| GV80 AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 24 / 21 | +5% | $3,900 | 427 |
| GV80 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 19 | -5% | $4,350 | 473 |
| GV80 MHEV Hybrid | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | -5% | $4,350 | 467 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Genesis GV80.
Similar 2026 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Genesis GV80 (this car) | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Tesla Model Y | 357 mi | Not rated | 8 |
| 2026 Porsche Cayenne | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 BMW X5 | 25 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Land Rover Defender | 20 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2026 BMW X3 | 29 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Lexus RX | 36 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (1)
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel · Jan 16, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V019000 · 83,877 vehicles
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain Genesis 2025-2026 G80, GV80, 2026 G80 "Electrified," GV60, GV70 "Electrified" and GV70 vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
- Risk
- An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or fuel gauge, increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Owners are advised to disable the high definition (HD) radio feature until the recall remedy has been performed. The audio video navigation software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or inspected and updated by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's number for this recall is 031G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 17, 2026.
Not every 2026 Genesis GV80 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other GV80 years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Genesis. How we calculate this →