The Genesis GV80 spans 2021–2026 with 23 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.5/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2021, 2022, 2023 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 2025, 2026, 2024. It delivers up to 23 mpg combined and 5-star NHTSA safety.
Is the Genesis GV80 a good car?
Short answer: yes — this one scores near the top of what we track. Our score for the Genesis GV80 is 4.5 out of 5, built from NHTSA crash-test results, how often it gets recalled and what owners actually complain about — not from reviews.
The complaint that comes up most is the electrical system — 38 of the 155 reports owners filed with NHTSA. If you're choosing a year, 2025, 2026, 2024 score best in our data, and 2021, 2022 worst.
This page describes the model. It can't tell you whether that car has an open recall, a rolled-back odometer or a branded title — for that, run its number through our free VIN check.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Genesis GV80 is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2021 to 2026 across multiple generations.
How to read a Genesis GV80 VIN — every digit explained
Every Genesis GV80 carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Genesis and the country it was built in (real Genesis codes below).
- VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this GV80.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
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Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. Run it through our free VIN lookup to turn those digits into a model year, an assembly plant and a country of origin.
How many recalls does the Genesis GV80 have?
The Genesis GV80 has 23 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2021–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2026 Genesis GV80 recalls 1
Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel
What's wrong. 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.
2025 Genesis GV80 recalls 3
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain Genesis 2024-2025 GV60 hybrid and 2025 GV80 vehicles. The rearview camera display may shut off when the vehicle is driven in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk. A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2024. Owners may contact Genesis Customer service at 1-844-340-9741. Hyundai's number for this recall is 024G.
Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel
What's wrong. 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.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain Genesis 2022-2026 GV70, 2023-2025 G90, 2021-2025 G80, and GV80 vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.
Risk. A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk mailed June 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Genesis' number for this recall is 033G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 11, 2026.
2024 Genesis GV80 recalls 2
Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain Genesis 2023-2024 G80, GV80, 2025 GV70 and 2023-2025 GV70 "Electrified" 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 warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and update the instrument panel display software, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's number for this recall is 026G.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain Genesis 2022-2026 GV70, 2023-2025 G90, 2021-2025 G80, and GV80 vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.
Risk. A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk mailed June 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Genesis' number for this recall is 033G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 11, 2026.
2023 Genesis GV80 recalls 4
Seat Belts:front
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Genesis GV80, 2021-2023 Genesis G80, 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, and 2023 Genesis GV60 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Risk. An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
Fix. Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. For GV60 owners, Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 14, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 012G. This recall supersedes and expands recall number 21V-796. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-796 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, GV80, G80, and G90 vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 7, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 022G. This recall is an expansion of recall number 23V-630.
Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain Genesis 2023-2024 G80, GV80, 2025 GV70 and 2023-2025 GV70 "Electrified" 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 warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and update the instrument panel display software, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai's number for this recall is 026G.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain Genesis 2022-2026 GV70, 2023-2025 G90, 2021-2025 G80, and GV80 vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.
Risk. A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk mailed June 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Genesis' number for this recall is 033G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 11, 2026.
2022 Genesis GV80 recalls 4
Seat Belts:front
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Genesis GV80, 2021-2023 Genesis G80, 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, and 2023 Genesis GV60 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Risk. An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
Fix. Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. For GV60 owners, Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 14, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 012G. This recall supersedes and expands recall number 21V-796. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-796 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Genesis G80, GV80, and 2022 Genesis GV70 vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 016G.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, GV80, G80, and G90 vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 7, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 022G. This recall is an expansion of recall number 23V-630.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain Genesis 2022-2026 GV70, 2023-2025 G90, 2021-2025 G80, and GV80 vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.
Risk. A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk mailed June 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Genesis' number for this recall is 033G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 11, 2026.
2021 Genesis GV80 recalls 5
Seat Belts:front
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra, Elantra HEV, Venue, Genesis GV80 and 2022 Genesis GV70 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.
Risk. An exploding seat belt pretensioner could project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.
Fix. Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 211 and 009G. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall numbers 22V-354 for Elantra and Elantra HEV vehicles, 22V-458 for Venue vehicles, and 23V-094 for Genesis vehicles. Elantra, Elantra HEV, Venue, and Genesis vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedies completed.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Genesis G80 and GV80 vehicles equipped with 2.5-litre turbo engines. The fuel tube connecting the high pressure fuel pump to the fuel rail may not seal properly, which could allow fuel to leak.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel tube, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 008G.
Seat Belts:front
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Genesis GV80, 2021-2023 Genesis G80, 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, and 2023 Genesis GV60 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Risk. An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
Fix. Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. For GV60 owners, Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 14, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 012G. This recall supersedes and expands recall number 21V-796. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-796 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Genesis G80, GV80, and 2022 Genesis GV70 vehicles. The fuel pump may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 016G.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What's wrong. Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain Genesis 2022-2026 GV70, 2023-2025 G90, 2021-2025 G80, and GV80 vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.
Risk. A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk mailed June 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Genesis' number for this recall is 033G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 11, 2026.
Best and worst years for the Genesis GV80
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 6 tracked years, the worst years are 2021, 2022, 2023 and the best (fewest complaints) are 2025, 2026, 2024.
ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.
| Year | Owner complaints | Top issue | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 GV80 | Electrical System | Avoid | |
| 2022 GV80 | Engine | Avoid | |
| 2023 GV80 | Electrical System | Avoid | |
| 2024 GV80 | Engine | Best | |
| 2025 GV80 | Electrical System | Best | |
| 2026 GV80 | Vehicle Speed Control | Best |
What are the most common Genesis GV80 problems?
The most-reported Genesis GV80 problems are Seats (8 reports), Tires (1 reports) and Engine (29 reports) — out of 155 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:
Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Genesis GV80 specifications & dimensions
The 2021–2023 Genesis GV80 measures 195″ long on a 117″ wheelbase, with a curb weight near 5,104 lb. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Genesis GV80 window sticker.
| Years | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021–2023 | 195″ | 78″ | 67″ | 117″ | 5,104 lb |
Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Genesis GV80 cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the GV80 holds — passengers and cargo. Seating, cargo and interior dimensions vary by trim and seat configuration — decode your VIN for the exact build.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Genesis GV80 tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Genesis GV80 get?
The Genesis GV80 returns up to 23 combined MPG (EPA), which works out to roughly $3,350/yr in fuel. Pick an engine to see MPG, annual running cost and CO₂ by year:
The 2027 Genesis GV80 (3.5L 6-cyl) gets 19 mpg combined and costs about $4,050/yr to fuel, emitting 472 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 4/10) — about $9,250 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 GV80 | 17 | 22 | $4,050 | 472 | — | 3.5L 6-cyl | |
| 2026 GV80 | 16 | 22 | $4,050 | 473 | — | 3.5L 6-cyl | |
| 2025 GV80 | 16 | 22 | $4,050 | 480 | 5/10 | 3.5L 6-cyl | |
| 2024 GV80 | 18 | 23 | $3,850 | 448 | 5/10 | 3.5L 6-cyl | |
| 2023 GV80 | 18 | 23 | $3,850 | 448 | 5/10 | 3.5L 6-cyl | |
| 2022 GV80 | 18 | 23 | $3,850 | 448 | 5/10 | 3.5L 6-cyl | |
| 2021 GV80 | 18 | 23 | $3,850 | 448 | 5/10 | 3.5L 6-cyl |
The 2027 Genesis GV80 (2.5L 4-cyl) gets 22 mpg combined and costs about $3,500/yr to fuel, emitting 403 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 4/10) — about $6,500 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 GV80 | 20 | 26 | $3,500 | 403 | — | 2.5L 4-cyl | |
| 2026 GV80 | 20 | 26 | $3,500 | 403 | — | 2.5L 4-cyl | |
| 2025 GV80 | 19 | 24 | $3,650 | 427 | 6/10 | 2.5L 4-cyl | |
| 2024 GV80 | 20 | 24 | $3,500 | 408 | 5/10 | 2.5L 4-cyl | |
| 2023 GV80 | 20 | 24 | $3,500 | 404 | 5/10 | 2.5L 4-cyl | |
| 2022 GV80 | 21 | 25 | $3,350 | 394 | 5/10 | 2.5L 4-cyl | |
| 2021 GV80 | 21 | 25 | $3,350 | 394 | 5/10 | 2.5L 4-cyl |
The 2027 Genesis GV80 (3.5L 6-cyl Hybrid) gets 19 mpg combined and costs about $4,050/yr to fuel, emitting 467 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 4/10) — about $9,250 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 GV80 | 17 | 22 | $4,050 | 467 | — | 3.5L 6-cyl Hybrid | |
| 2026 GV80 | 17 | 22 | $4,050 | 467 | — | 3.5L 6-cyl Hybrid | |
| 2025 GV80 | 18 | 22 | $3,850 | 455 | 5/10 | 3.5L 6-cyl Hybrid |
Source: EPA fuel-economy database (ForCar-hosted, 1986–2027) — best combined rating per engine & year, with EPA annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO₂. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.
See how the GV80 stacks up against the most fuel-efficient SUVs, or calculate this GV80's real yearly fuel cost.
What engines does the Genesis GV80 have? Power & range
The Genesis GV80 is offered with 3 powertrains — 3.5L 6-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl Hybrid. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V6 | 3.5L · 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | AWD | Premium |
| 4-cyl | 2.5L · 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | RWD | Premium |
| Hybrid | 3.5L · 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | AWD | Premium |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Can a Genesis GV80 tow? Towing & payload
As an SUV, the Genesis GV80 is built to tow and haul. The exact maximum towing capacity and payload depend on the engine, drivetrain and whether it has the factory tow package.
What sets your GV80's tow & payload rating:
- Engine — a larger or turbocharged engine tows more than the base unit.
- Drivetrain & axle — 4WD/AWD and the axle ratio shift the rating.
- Tow package — the factory towing package (hitch, wiring, transmission cooler) raises the max.
- Payload & GVWR — GVWR caps the combined load; more passengers and cargo lower how much you can tow.
Exact towing capacity, payload and GVWR are added per engine, drivetrain and trim — decode your VIN above, or check the driver's door-jamb and hitch labels. Curb weight from vehicle specifications.
How much does a Genesis GV80 cost to own?
A Genesis GV80 tends to depreciate faster than average. A typical example keeps roughly 37% of its value after five years — losing about 63% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 75% | $22,500 | −$7,500 |
| Year 2 | 63% | $18,900 | −$11,100 |
| Year 3 | 53% | $15,900 | −$14,100 |
| Year 4 | 44% | $13,200 | −$16,800 |
| Year 5 | 37% | $11,100 | −$18,900 |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this GV80 loses about 63% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
- Fuel — ≈ $16,750 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the GV80 ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
How much is a Genesis GV80 to insure?
A Genesis GV80 costs about $1,402 a year to insure for a typical driver on full coverage — roughly 3% below the average car. That's from its real HLDI insurance-loss index (98, where 100 = average car); your own rate moves with state, age, record and coverage.
Estimate = US-average premium × the GV80's HLDI loss index. See Genesis insurance cost by model, cost by state, or compare any car.
Is the Genesis GV80 safe?
The Genesis GV80 earns up to 5-star NHTSA overall safety — real government crash-test data. Ratings by year:
| Year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 GV80 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2025 GV80 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2023 GV80 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2022 GV80 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2021 GV80 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested model years.
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How many miles does a Genesis GV80 last?
A well-maintained Genesis GV80 typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.5/5.
Check your Genesis GV80’s VIN — history, recalls & specs
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A year-by-year snapshot of the Genesis GV80 — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 GV80 | 3 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2025 GV80 | 5 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2024 GV80 | 2 recalls | — | |
| 2023 GV80 | 4 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2022 GV80 | 4 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2021 GV80 | 5 recalls | ★★★★★ |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the GV80?
By owner-complaint volume, 2021, 2022, 2023 drew the most reports. 2025, 2026, 2024 have the cleanest records.
How many recalls does the GV80 have?
23 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2021–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN. See all Genesis recalls and reliability across every model.
What MPG does the GV80 get?
Up to 23 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.
Is the GV80 safe?
The GV80 earns up to 5-star NHTSA overall crash-test safety; ratings vary by model year.
How many miles does a GV80 last?
A well-maintained GV80 typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the GV80 reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the GV80 is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Genesis GV80 warranty?
New Genesis models carry a 5 years / 60,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 10 years / 100,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Genesis dealer.
Where is the Genesis GV80 made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your GV80's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Genesis may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much ground clearance does the GV80 have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.