Genesis GV80 A Four-Door Coupe With Style and Substance

by Jimmy Dinsmore | Archive Reviews, New Vehicle Reviews | 0 comments

The 2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe makes its intentions clear before you ever open the door. This is the GV80 for buyers who want the comfort and presence of a luxury SUV but would rather not disappear into a parking lot full of them. This particular example pairs Vik Black paint with an Obsidian Black interior. The sloping roof and all-black details bring the drama with a $91,545 window-sticker total, the question is whether the rest of the vehicle justifies that price.

From the front, the familiar Genesis crest grille sets the tone. Move along the side and the roofline becomes the story, sweeping toward the rear to give this SUV its coupe-like profile. And yes there’s four-doors, yet it’s still considered a coupe. There are practical touches beneath the dramatic styling, too, including soft-close doors, a panoramic sunroof and a hands-free power liftgate with automatic opening. Still, if you regularly load tall cargo, check the rear opening before falling for the silhouette.

Under the hood is a 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V6 assisted by a 48-volt electric supercharger, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive with Terrain Mode. The electric assist is intended to sharpen response, not to make this a high-mileage hybrid. It is an appealing recipe for a luxury SUV.

Inside, Prestige Black carries the theme further with exclusive quilted Nappa leather, dark trim and black ash wood. This vehicle’s seats are finished in Obsidian Black. Heated and ventilated front and rear seats, power-adjustable second-row seats, three-zone climate control with rear controls and a microfiber suede headliner make the equipment list feel particularly generous. The driver gets cushion extension, adjustable bolsters and Ergo Motion. Technology includes a 27-inch OLED instrument and navigation display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bang & Olufsen premium audio, a head-up display, a digital rearview mirror and a surround-view monitor. Highway Driving Assist, Remote Smart Parking Assist and a suite of collision-avoidance features are listed as standard. It is an impressive roster, although buyers should still try the controls, sit in the back and make sure the coupe roofline suits their needs.

The Monroney for this Vik Black example lists an $89,400 base MSRP, a $650 paint charge and $1,495 for inland freight and handling, bringing the total to $91,545 before taxes, title and other applicable charges. EPA estimates are 17 mpg city, 22 mpg highway and 19 mpg combined.

The GV80 Coupe Prestige Black has a clear personality. Its distinctive shape and dark detailing make this particular Vik Black example hard to overlook, while its comfort, technology and driver-assistance equipment give it more to offer than appearances alone. The compromises are equally straightforward: you pay for the look, accept the coupe roofline’s potential practicality trade-off and should not expect hybrid-like fuel economy from the electric supercharger. At $91,545 as stickered, it is a substantial purchase. For shoppers who want their luxury SUV to make an entrance, it belongs on the list, but a real drive remains essential before judging whether its performance and ride live up to the presentation.

2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe 3.5T Prestige Black AWD

Price/As tested price: $89,400/$91,545

Mileage: 17 mpg city; 22 mpg highway; 19 mpg combined

Engine: 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 with 48V e-supercharger

Horsepower: 409 hp/450 lbs.-ft.

Transmission: 8-speed automatic

Drive Wheels: All-wheel drive

Final Assembly Point: Ulsan, Korea

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