GENESIS GV80, the BEST LUXURY SUV? TELL US – Dream or Drive

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Although many luxury vehicles have high performance models designed to go fast and take corners aggressively they often compromise some ride comfort in the process but the story is different when it comes to luxury suvs these premium vehicles deliver ample elements of style comfort top performance cutting edge technology and reliability hey welcome back to our

Channel so in today’s video we will take a look at one of the best luxury suvs on the market the genesis gb80 before we begin make sure to subscribe to our channel with notifications so you won’t miss out when we make a new upload also stick with us until the end of the video for an interesting rumor about the gv80 alright let’s dive in when one of the latest luxury

Suvs outperforms models that have been on the market for decades it deserves attention that is the case with genesis gb 80 which came out in 2021 and quickly won our favor over its competitors the 2022 gb 80 is the ultimate flagship for the genesis suv range with a majestic look and a leather lined interior the gb 80’s interior impresses with high-end features and

Finishes from the moment you open the door performance oriented rivals such as the audi sq8 and the porsche cayenne are likely more appealing to aggressive drivers but the gv80s ride is definitely more composed and convertible the basic engine is a turbocharged 2.5 liter four-cylinder although a more powerful twin-turbo 3.5 liter v6 is available if you’re looking

For a premium suv that is a luxurious one as the bmw x5 or the mercedes-benz gle class the gb80 is worth considering especially because its distinct approach to luxury sets it apart from its european rivals what’s new for the 2022 the gb80 hasn’t changed this year but genesis has added a prestige matte trim that replaces the exterior shiny chrome and paint with

Flat matte finishes the prestige mat is offered in three colors melbourne gray matterhorn white and brunswick green also new this year is the range-topping prestige signature trim which replaces the rear seats with a pair of six-way power adjustable captain’s chairs and includes other luxury features such as wireless smartphone charging pad for backseat occupants

Even the entry-level gv80s are luxurious thanks to a multitude of features like a 14.5 inch touchscreen heated front seats and a power liftgate still we want the extra power given by the twin turbo 3.5 liter v6 which costs approximately ten thousand dollars more than the base four cylinder but is worth it because it comes standard with all-wheel drive and makes

Acceleration effortless similarly you could go with a prestige trim which includes 22 inch wheels a huge digital instrument cluster napa leather upholstery and adjustable back seats with heated and cooled cushions engine transmission and performance the midsize luxury crossover is built on the same platform as the g80 sedan and comes with rear or all-wheel drive

And an 8-speed automatic transmission the engine range from a 300 hp turbocharged 2.5 liter 4-cylinder to a 375 hp twin-turbo 3.5 liter v6 the standard engine is powerful and has adequate acceleration but it will not take your breath away the v6 is substantially faster off the line and on the highway and never seems underpowered the transmission is an excellent

Match for either engine changing smoothly and on time and the v6 will reach 60 miles per hour in just 5.3 seconds with the turbo 4 the gv80 will reach 60 miles per hour in 6.1 seconds but many drivers will not miss the extra power the gv80 feels agile in corners and has a quiet ride but buyers seeking more thrills should pick a cayenne or an sq8 fuel economy

And real world mpg the epa expects that gv80 vehicles with four cylinder engines will get 21 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway while the v6 would get 18 mpg and 23 mpg respectively the gb 80’s turbocharged 4-cylinder engine will deliver on its promise of 25 mpg on the interstate interior comfort and cargo the gb80 is a smooth performer thanks to a cabin

Rich in leather wood and glints of colorful trim work these high-end models feature excellent quality and finish plenty of cargo space and comfortable front and rear seats the interior of the gv80 is beautifully crafted with burled wood trim metal accents and integrated ambient lighting a huge slim shaped infotainment display keeps things premium but uncluttered

The prestige gv80 suede headliner and sophisticated open pour wood trim are both appealing moreover the suv’s active noise management blocks out excess noise by producing inverse sound waves that cancel out unpleasant frequencies despite the expensive materials the interior design conveys a sense of minimalism that is truly appealing the front seats are firm and

Comfortable featuring a massage function that is quite relaxing a conventional three across bench seat in the second row seats up to five passengers a third row of seats is available as an option but space is minimal and should be reserved for children only with the third row folded flat the gv80 can swallow 13 carry-on luggage and a total of 28 with the second

Row folded flat infotainment and connectivity the gb 80’s infotainment system has a lot of input options ranging from voice commands to touch screen inputs to the console’s classic rotary interface the customized dashboard of the gb80 features a thin 14.5 inch infotainment touchscreen because the screen is quite a distance from the driver’s seating position the

Fact that it is touch sensitive is most likely to allow the front passenger seat to change the radio station or manage the navigation system the click wheel controller installed on the center console also allows the driver to interact with the system and it works rather well safety and driver assistance features the gv80 achieves good crash safety ratings it

Receives a 2022 top safety pick plus designation from the insurance institute of highway safety or iihs and a five-star overall cash-worthiness rating from the national highway traffic safety administration or nhtsa each is the highest possible rating from these respective bodies the expected reliability score for the gv80 is 81 out of 100. a reliability score

Of 91 200 is considered the best 81 to 90 is considered great 70 the 80 is considered medium 0 to 69 is considered fair and below average a complete set of driver assistance systems is standard including a semi-autonomous driving mode that learns how the owner drives and replicates that style while in use adaptive cruise control lane keep assist front automated

Emergency braking blind spot monitoring and side and rear cross traffic alert are among the key safety features the gv80s headlights obtained the second highest acceptable rating for how well they reflect the road ahead the high-end prestige trim features camera-based blind spot monitors that display a live view of the vehicle’s blind areas when the turn signals

Are activated the high-end prestige trim features camera-based blind spot monitors that display a live view of the vehicle’s blind areas when the turn signals are activated 10 airbags are installed throughout the cabin on all trims warranty and maintenance coverage with its wide powertrain covers the gv80 has one of the best standard warranty packages among its

Competitors the car comes with a 5-year or 60 thousand mile limited warranty a ten year or a hundred thousand mile powertrain warranty and three years or thirty six thousand miles of complementary maintenance the x5 and volvo xc90 provide the same complementary maintenance however neither the gle class nor the range rover sport offer such a policy how much does

The 2022 genesis gb 80 cost the 2022 genesis gb 80 is less expensive than many other luxury mid-sized suvs but it offers higher overall quality than almost every segment rival it is more enjoyable to drive than many of its competitors because of its powerful engines and quick handling and its interior is on par with those of bmw mercedes and audi a gv80 with the

Turbo 4 cylinder rear wheel drive 19 inch wheels a 14.5 inch touchscreen an apple carplay and android auto will cost at least 51 295 dollars the advanced spec twin turbo v6 version costs 69 095 dollars and includes cooled front seats and wood trim the prestige signature model costs 78 295 dollars and includes 21 speaker lexicon audio napa leather seats and twin

Second row bucket seats so as we promised now to the interesting rumor about the tv 80 according to reports genesis intends to build a coupe version of the chibi 80 luxury fastback suvs are popular see the bmw x6 the audi q8 and infiniti qx55 genesis appears to have taken notice and may be working on a cut roof version of the gv80 as well as a range-topping gb 90

Suv a gb aiding kube appears to be a chance for the brand to show off its design capabilities and attract the attention of style conscious customers as it strives to expand its lineup so with that we’ve come to the end of this video hope you enjoyed it and if you did drop a like and subscribe to our channel also let us know your thoughts on the new genesis gv80

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