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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 7 passengers |
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| Body Style | SUV |
| Base Price | $58,555–$78,880 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2025 Genesis GV80 is a suv that earns a Carivo score of 8.2/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 8.9/10, while Value at 7.6/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 8.4/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. On safety, it scores 8.9/10 in our assessment. Always confirm the official crash-test results for your exact trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
With 7.7/10 for performance, this is a car tuned for daily driving rather than excitement — perfectly capable on the commute, unremarkable on a back road. On technology it rates 8.6/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $58,555–$78,880, 24 MPG, seating 7, the Genesis GV80 sits in the premium tier of the suv category. At 7.6/10 for value, it delivers fair pricing for what's on offer, though the best alternatives in this price range score slightly higher. At 1 year old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2025 Genesis GV80 will scare a sensible buyer off. It scores consistently across the board, and it does what a good suv should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2025 Genesis GV80 ranks #29 of 2454 suvs in the Carivo database — better than 99% of the segment. Its 8.2/10 overall score is 0.8 points above the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $58,555 starting price is about 62% above the segment's median of $36,079.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full SUV ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2022 Genesis GV80 scores 8.0/10 — within striking distance of the 2025's 8.2 — and starts roughly $5,000 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
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| 2026 | 8.2/10 | $58,555 | Read review → |
| 2025 (this review) | 8.2/10 | $58,555 | |
| 2024 | 8.1/10 | $56,850 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.9/10 | $55,144 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 8.0/10 | $53,439 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.9/10 | $51,733 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Back over prevention / sensing system / camera 07/08/2024 · 24V584000 | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain Genesis 2024-2025 GV60 hybrid and 2025 GV80 vehicles. The rearview camera display may shut off when the vehicle is driven in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of… |
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| Electrical system / instrument cluster/panel 16/01/2026 · 26V019000 | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain Genesis 2025-2026 G80, GV80, 2026 G80 "Electrified," GV60, GV70 "Electrified" and GV70 vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply… |
| Fuel system, gasoline / Delivery / Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings 10/04/2026 · 26V229000 | Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain Genesis 2022-2026 GV70, 2023-2025 G90, 2021-2025 G80, and GV80 vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail. |
Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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