The coupe SUV, also known as the crossover vehicle, is a unique presence in all vehicle classifications. It combines the spaciousness of an SUV with the cool appearance of a sports car, giving it a strong personality and sporty attributes. This collision of opposing elements makes the coupe SUV very popular among young users.
Although the market for coupe SUV models is not very large, luxury brands such as BBA and independent leading brands still layout coupe SUV models in their product lines to enrich their product lines and showcase their technological strength to the public. Just recently, Genesis officially joined the luxury coupe SUV market, launching its first luxury coupe SUV model, the GV80 coupe. This car vividly interprets the perfect balance between the sporty attributes and versatility of coupe SUVs. It incorporates more localized configurations and intelligent entertainment systems for Chinese consumers to create a unique luxury experience. The car officially began pre-sale at 0:00 on March 23, with the pre-sale prices for the standard version being 53.8/68.8 million yuan and the coupe version being 56.8/71.8 million yuan. We also conducted a static experience of the Genesis GV80 coupe model at the store for the first time.
The GV80 coupe of Genesis is taking the luxury high-end route, so at first glance of this car, you will clearly feel the exquisite and unique momentum of a mid-to-large coupe SUV. Compared to the GV80, the GV80 coupe highlights its own sporty temperament, and I personally think that the design elements originally on the GV80 will be more suitable on this car.
The front design of the car is eye-catching, with a large black mesh grille and chrome trim, giving it a refined feel. The lower bumper still borrows design elements from sports cars, with large mesh and grille on the sides. It also provides ventilation ducts on the outside to ensure the car’s aerodynamic performance.
The headlight has a stylish design, which is a unique feature of the Genesis brand. The stacked design and the illuminated daytime running lights give a strong sense of technology, with support for dynamic lighting unlocking and equipped with mainstream functions. What I really like about this car is that its side turn signal lights have the same separate design as the front headlights, with a large and eye-catching main area.
The side profile of the Genesis GV80 coupe features a standard coupe silhouette with a lowered body height for visual stability. The use of chrome trim under the doors and black piano paint material on the side skirts adds detail to the side profile. The traditional door handles are equipped with power-closing function on all four doors. In addition, the GV80 coupe also offers an exclusive Arctic Blue exterior color.
Compared to the front end, the rear end of the car is equally charming. The use of a coupe SUV-specific rear spoiler, coupled with the upturned rear body shape, creates a double spoiler effect, eliminating the rear wiper and making the rear window view broader while reducing air resistance. The LED taillight design is very unique and complements the headlights. The dual exhaust design is very in line with the sporty coupe SUV setting.
The Genesis GV80 coupe uses exclusive new 20-inch diamond high-gloss wheels and 22-inch flow-bright titanium silver wheels, with a refined and sporty look. The actual model is equipped with Michelin PS4 series tires, with a size of 265/40R22.
The luxurious attributes of the Genesis GV80 go beyond just the exterior. Six exclusive interior options are available for the sports SUV. In addition, the overall design of the interior aims to be sleek and minimalist while retaining functionality. Soft leather wraps the dashboard and door panels, and wood grain design enhances the sense of luxury in the center console and armrest area.
The exquisite feeling of the cockpit is mostly concentrated near the central console. Crystal multimedia control knob, crystal knob gear selection, and the application of metal texture panels exude sophistication and high-end everywhere. The air conditioning control area is designed with a touch screen that provides vibration feedback when touched.
The 27-inch integrated LCD screen is one of the most prominent features of the cockpit. The screen has an integrated design, with a natural connection between the LCD instrument and the central control screen, without any sense of disconnection. The vehicle is equipped with a variety of localized software for in-car entertainment, including QQ Music, Cloud Listen, and smartphone connectivity, meeting the daily driving entertainment needs. The system’s UI interface uses a card-style design, with basic APP functions not hidden, making it easy to operate.
The Genesis GV80 coupe not only offers functionality, but also ambient lighting, fragrance system, and B&O sound system. It is worth mentioning that the ambient lighting of the car is designed very reasonably, even when the brightness is adjusted to the brightest, it does not give off a nightclub feeling, but a soft and comfortable atmosphere.
The car is also remarkable in terms of comfort. The front seats are wide and thick, with diamond-shaped embossing. They support multiple electric adjustments, massage, ventilation and heating functions. The side wings and leg rests of the front seats can also be adjusted at multiple angles to better fit the body contour. The passenger seat also provides a boss key.
The second row of independent seats supports 115°-130° rear seat electric adjustment, which can be easily folded down with one touch. The rear seats also support ventilation and heating functions. In terms of space, I am 180cm tall, and there is about two fists of legroom in the rear, and about one and a half fists of headroom. With the adjustable rear seat back, it is easy to find a comfortable sitting position.
In addition, the rear seats can be electrically folded forward and completely flat, with little height difference from the trunk floor. After operation, the space volume of the trunk can reach 1729 liters, meeting the loading needs of multiple scenarios. The trunk also provides a folding storage cover and a button for folding the rear seats.
In terms of power, all models are equipped with a 2.5L turbocharged engine, providing 340 horsepower and 442 Nm of torque. The braking calipers use the configuration of red performance calipers to ensure sufficient braking force. The car is also equipped with an electronic limited-slip differential and an all-wheel drive system, as well as a pre-sensing electronic controlled suspension.
The car is equipped with ADAS system, including lane keeping assist 2, forward collision assist 2, blind spot collision assist, remote intelligent parking assist 2, highway driving assist 2, intelligent cruise control, front/side/rear parking distance warning and front/side/rear parking collision prevention assist, allowing consumers to always enjoy a safe and comfortable driving experience.
Summary: As a newcomer to the luxury coupe SUV market, the GV80 coupe has enough strength in terms of design, hardware configuration, and localized software optimization to compete with the current coupe SUVs on the market. Although the brand entered the domestic market late, it still has some fans. As someone who doesn’t like to follow the crowd, the Genesis GV80 coupe will be a good choice.