Genesis introduced the all-new GV80 Coupe in Korea, together with the facelifted version of its GV80 sibling. The styling of the automaker’s first-ever coupe SUV offering stays true to the concept that previewed it, while the interior gets a brand-new 27-inch display which is also inherited by the standard GV80.
At the front, the models look similar, with sportier bumper intakes compared to the pre-facelifted GV80 bringing it closer to the GV70. However, a closer look reveals that the GV80 Coupe has additional slits below the Crest Grille, while the GV80 gets a slightly different design for the skid plate.
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The 2024 Genesis GV80 Coupe (above) looks sportier than the standard GV80 (below)
Moving over at the back, the production version of the GV80 Coupe doesn’t get the full-width LED taillights of the concept, but mirrors the more aerodynamic roofline and the integrated duck-tail rear spoiler. The rear bumper is also differentiated from the standard GV80 with black trim surrounding the diffuser and the quad exhaust pipes.
Genesis added new options for the alloy wheels measuring 19, 20, or 22 inches with two specific designs for the GV80 Coupe. The color palette is enriched with a new Storr Green shade available in glossy and matte finishes, and a coupe-specific Bering Blue.
In terms of dimensions, the GV80 Coupe measures 4,965 mm (195.5 inches) long, which is 25 mm (1 inch) longer than the GV80 due to the slightly stretched rear overhang. The coupe SUV is also 5 mm (0.2 inches) lower due to the omission of the roof rails, with the width and 2,955 mm (116.3 inches) wheelbase mirroring the standard GV80.
More Tech In The Premium Interior
The GV80 Coupe (above) has different color and trim options compared to the GV80 (below)
Inside, the highlight is the new 27-inch OLED display, merging the digital instrument cluster and infotainment in a single unit. The center console has also been redesigned with a combination of touch-sensitive controls and physical knobs for the HVAC, a new wireless smartphone charging tray, and larger cupholders.
High-quality materials like leather, aluminum, and wood make up a premium ambiance combined with the Bentley-style two-tone steering wheel and the ambient lighting. Other premium equipment features include the 14.6-inch rear seat display, four-zone climate control, a fragrance dispensing system, heated armrests, crystal-like knobs, and a Bang & Olufsen sound system. The GV80 Coupe has a flat-bottom steering wheel, metal accents on the pedals, and exclusive interior packages with different color combinations compared to the GV80.
Up To 409 HP Of V6 Power For The GV80 Coupe
The updated GV80 is available with either a turbo 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine producing 300 hp (224 kW / 304 PS) and 422 Nm, (311 lb-ft) or a turbo 3.5-liter V6 producing 375 hp (280 kW / 380 hp) and 530 Nm (391 lb-ft). Besides those options, the GV80 Coupe is also offered with a more potent version of the 3.5-liter V6 featuring a 48V electric supercharger that boosts the output figures to a healthier 409 hp (309 kW / 415 PS) and 549 Nm (405 lb-ft) of torque. The same motor is offered in the G90 sedan flagship.
Drivers of the GV80 Coupe also have access to an active exhaust for a sportier sound, and can customize the responsiveness of the brake pedal. Furthermore, the most powerful GV80 Coupe gets an exclusive Sports+ driving mode, launch control, and new graphics for the digital instrument cluster displaying oil temperature, torque, and turbo pressure.
Both GV80 models get sophisticated systems like the Preview Electronic Control Suspension, an AI-derived Auto Terrain Mode, and an upgraded ADAS suite improving safety alongside the 10 airbags.
Sales of the 2024 Genesis GV80 and GV80 Coupe will start from their home market in Korea. The flagship SUVs will reach Australian dealerships in the second quarter of 2024, with other markets – including North America and Europe – likely following in the near future. Genesis has sold over 170,000 units of the GV80 since January 2020, hoping that the updates and the addition of the Coupe SUV bodystyle will attract more customers.