Genesis is gearing up to introduce its first
crossover later this year and Carscoops photographers have caught the 2020 GV80
undergoing cold weather testing. Previewed by the GV80 concept, the production model will be a
mid-sized crossover that will compete with rivals such as the BMW X5 and
Mercedes GLE. We can see the model will
have a prominent “crest” grille which is similar to the one used on the 2020
G90. The camouflage also suggests the crossover will have quad headlights just
like the concept.
Moving further back, the GV80 features a long hood
and a gently sloping roof. The crossover also has slender roof rails,
traditional side mirrors and large five-spoke alloy wheels that are wrapped in
Michelin tires. Despite some attempts to disguise the greenhouse, previous spy
photos have already revealed the production model will have an angular third
quarter windows.
There isn’t much to see out back, but the GV80 has a
dual exhaust system and what appears to be plastic body cladding on the lower
bumper. We can also get a glimpse of the crossover’s taillights and large rear
window.
Genesis has been tight-lipped about the GV80, but
the model is expected to ride on the same platform that underpins the
redesigned G80 sedan. The crossover is also slated to have an assortment of
different engines including a V6 and a V8. There’s no specifics at this point,
but Genesis already offers a twin-turbo 3.3-liter V6 with 365 hp and a 5.0-liter V8 that develops 420 hp.
