Genesis introduced the GV80 Coupe last fall and now we’re learning how much it will cost. While there was little doubt it would be more expensive than the regular model, it starts at US$ 79,950. That’s US$ 21,250 more than the standard GV80 and US$ 5,450 more than the BMW X6. However, it undercuts the Mercedes GLE Coupe as the company only offers AMG variants in America and those start at US$ 89,800. The GV80 Coupe also eschews the turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that is found on entry-level versions of the regular model.
The GV80 Coupe
features a slick design that incorporates LED lighting units, a panoramic glass
roof, and 20-inch alloy wheels. Buyers will also find a dual exhaust system, a
hands-free power liftgate, and power-folding side mirrors with puddle lamps
that project the Genesis logo onto the ground. The interior is the place to be
as it features a 27-inch OLED display, a Bang & Olufsen premium audio
system, and matte wood trim. They’re joined by Nappa leather seats that feature
power adjustment as well as heating and ventilation in both rows.
That’s just scratching the surface as the
crossover coupe sports a heated steering wheel, a heated front armrest, and a
microfiber suede headliner. Other highlights include a head-up display, a
digital rearview mirror, and a tri-zone climate control system. Buyers will
also find HomeLink, a wireless smartphone charger, and a fingerprint
authentication system. Besides an assortment of luxury amenities, the GV80
Coupe boasts an impressive array of standard driver assistance systems. These
include Smart Cruise Control, Highway Driving Assist, and Remote Smart Parking
Assist. The list goes on as there’s Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane
Keeping / Lane Following Assist, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, and a
Blind-Spot View Monitor. They’re joined by Rear Cross-Traffic
Collision-Avoidance Assist, Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist, Safe Exit
Assist, High Beam Assist, Intelligent Speed Limit Assist, and a Surround View
Monitor.
A twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 resides under
the hood, where it produces 375 hp and 530 Nm of
torque. It’s connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission and a standard
all-wheel drive system. The crossover also has an electronic limited slip
differential and an electronically controlled suspension with road preview
technology. Customers looking for more performance can upgrade to the GV80 3.5
e-Supercharger Coupe AWD, which begins at US$ 85,750. As the name suggests, it
throws a 48V electric supercharger into the mix and this increases the output
to 409 hp and 548 Nm of torque.
Besides being more powerful, the
range-topping variant has larger 22-inch wheels and black brake calipers.
They’re joined by a four-tailpipe exhaust system, carbon fiber trim, and alloy
pedals.

