The Genesis GV80 does 20.6 mpg combined (18.5 city, 23.4 highway), which works out to about $1,864 a year in fuel at $3.20 a gallon and 12,000 miles. Engine choice matters more than you'd think: 2.5L 4-cyl does 22.1 mpg while 3.5L 6-cyl Hybrid does 19.3 — a difference of $252 a year. Against other 4-cyl cars it sits below the average of 25.4 mpg.
Every Genesis GV80 engine, compared
Picking the right version of the same car often saves more fuel than picking a different car altogether. Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl | 20.1 / 24.9 | 2021–2027 | $1,738 | |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 17.3 / 22.6 | 2021–2027 | $1,959 | |
| 3.5L 6-cyl Hybrid | 17.3 / 22 | 2025–2027 | $1,990 |
What that actually costs
Miles per gallon is an abstraction; the fuel bill is not. Here it is in money, at 12,000 miles a year and $3.20 a gallon.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile | $0.155 |
| Fuel per year | $1,864 |
| Fuel over five years | $9,320 |
| Against other 4-cyl cars | +$352 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $3,756 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The gap between city and highway figures tells you whom the car suits. A wide gap punishes stop-and-start traffic; a narrow one means the car doesn't care where you drive it.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City | 18.5 mpg | $2,076 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 23.4 mpg | $1,641 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +4.9 mpg (26%) | Typical for its type |
How the GV80 changed over the years
Combined figure by model year. Jumps usually mark a new generation or a new engine; dips often mean a heavier body or added all-wheel drive.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 18 / 23.3 | 3 | $1,920 | |
| 2026 | 17.7 / 23.3 | 3 | $1,920 | |
| 2025 | 17.7 / 22.7 | 3 | $1,920 | |
| 2024 | 19 / 23.5 | 2 | $1,829 | |
| 2023 | 19 / 23.5 | 2 | $1,829 | |
| 2022 | 19.5 / 24 | 2 | $1,786 | |
| 2021 | 19.5 / 24 | 2 | $1,786 |
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How we count
Fuel-economy figures come from EPA fueleconomy.gov — the same laboratory numbers printed on the window sticker. We don't adjust them; real-world consumption depends on how and where you drive.
What we add is money. Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon — change either and the ranking stays, only the size of the bill moves. Cost per mile is the same figure divided out, useful when comparing a commute against a weekend car.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the Genesis GV80 get?
20.6 mpg combined on average — 18.5 in the city and 23.4 on the highway, per EPA ratings across 2021–2027.
How much does a Genesis GV80 cost in fuel per year?
About $1,864 at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon — roughly $9,320 over five years, or 0.155 dollars a mile.
Which GV80 engine is the most economical?
The 2.5L 4-cyl at 22.1 mpg, against 19.3 for the 3.5L 6-cyl Hybrid — a difference of about $252 a year.
Is the GV80 good on fuel compared with similar cars?
Against other 4-cyl cars it sits below the average of 25.4 mpg, computed across 6877 ratings.
Are these real-world figures?
No — they are EPA laboratory ratings, the same ones on the window sticker. Real consumption depends on driving style, terrain, load and weather, and is typically a little worse.