2025 Genesis GV80 — Full Specifications
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The 2025 Genesis GV80 is an SUV offered with 3 engines (2.5L 4-cyl turbo, 3.5L 6-cyl turbo, 3.5L 6-cyl twin-charged). Its most fuel-efficient configuration returns around 25 mpg (UK) / 21 mpg (US EPA) combined, with 23–25 mpg (UK) across all configurations. A hybrid version is also listed by EPA (3.5L 6-cyl twin-charged), returning around 24 mpg (UK) combined. Owners often keep a Genesis GV80 workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2024 Genesis GV80: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 25 mpg (UK) combined. EPA lists new engine options for 2025: 3.5L 6-cyl twin-charged. It holds a 5★ overall NHTSA rating (none is on record for the 2024 model).
Full Specifications
| Engine (most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Engine options | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 3.5L 6-cyl turbo · 3.5L 6-cyl twin-charged |
| Transmission (most efficient) | Automatic (S8) |
| Fuel Type | Premium Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 25 combined / 23 urban / 29 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 21 combined / 19 city / 24 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 265 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 4 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,900 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 3 configurations for the 2025 Genesis GV80 across 3 engines (2.5L 4-cyl turbo, 3.5L 6-cyl turbo, 3.5L 6-cyl twin-charged). Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 21 mpg (US), or 23 to 25 mpg (UK), depending on engine, transmission and drive. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 25 | 21 (19/24) | 265 | $3,900 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 | 19 (16/22) | 298 | $4,350 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl twin-charged (Hybrid) | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 24 | 20 (18/22) | 283 | $4,100 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2025 Genesis GV80
Running Costs: 2025 Genesis GV80
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2025 Genesis GV80 at 25 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,455 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $3,900 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2025 Genesis GV80 Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns that include the 2025 Genesis GV80 (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Fuel system (1), Electrical system (1), Back over prevention (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Fuel system — campaign 26V229000, reported 10 April 2026. Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
- Electrical system — campaign 26V019000, reported 16 January 2026. Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or fuel gauge, increases the risk of a crash.
- Back over prevention — campaign 24V584000, reported 7 August 2024. Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Genesis GV80. The most-reported areas are Electrical system (6), Forward collision avoidance (5), Lane departure (4). Complaints include 2 reported crashes, 4 reported injuries. That is close to the median of 30 complaints across the 6 Genesis GV80 model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2025 Genesis GV80
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Electrical system (1 recall campaign · 6 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Fuel system (1 recall campaign) — Ask whether any fuel-pump or fuel-system recalls were completed, and watch for hard starting or stalling.
- Driver-assist sensors (5 owner complaints) — Check that driver-assist warning lights are off and sensors are clean and undamaged.
- Throttle & cruise control (3 owner complaints) — Check throttle response and cruise control are smooth, and ask about any software or throttle recalls.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Genesis GV80 compare to similar SUVs? For context, SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 25 mpg figure is 2 mpg below that average. Its 265 g/km CO₂ figure is 12 g/km higher than the 253 g/km average for SUVs on this site. This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.
Genesis models in our database average about 27 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2025 Genesis GV80's 25 mpg is 2 mpg below that make average. Its 265 g/km CO₂ figure is 16 g/km higher than the 249 g/km Genesis average.
Of the 6 Genesis GV80 model years we cover, the 2025 ranks 6th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (25 mpg UK combined, against a high of 28 mpg). See every Genesis GV80 year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2025 Genesis GV80 have?
EPA lists 3 engines for the 2025 Genesis GV80: 2.5L 4-cyl turbo, 3.5L 6-cyl turbo, 3.5L 6-cyl twin-charged. The most fuel-efficient configuration pairs the 2.5L 4-cyl turbo with a automatic (s8).
What is the fuel economy of the 2025 Genesis GV80?
The most efficient configuration returns around 25 mpg (UK) combined, or 21 mpg on the US EPA cycle. Across all configurations the UK combined figure runs from 23 to 25 mpg. The hybrid version returns around 24 mpg (UK) combined.
How much does the 2025 Genesis GV80 cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $3,900 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2025 Genesis GV80 have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 5 stars, with 4 stars for frontal crash protection.
Does the 2025 Genesis GV80 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns that include the 2025 Genesis GV80 (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Fuel system (1), Electrical system (1), Back over prevention (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2025 Genesis GV80?
Among the 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Electrical system (6 complaints), Forward collision avoidance (5 complaints), Lane departure (4 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Genesis GV80's fuel economy good for an SUV?
It returns around 25 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track.