The 2025 Genesis GV80 lineup: three trims, two engines, one design language

The 2025 Genesis GV80 comes in three trim levels—Advanced, Prestige, and Supreme—with your choice of a turbocharged four-cylinder or a twin-turbocharged V6 engine. Every configuration seats five and uses all-wheel drive as standard. The main differences between trims are interior materials, technology features, and comfort equipment; the engine choice affects acceleration, fuel economy, and how the vehicle feels on the road. Your decision typically comes down to budget, how much technology you want, and whether you value the extra power of the V6.

Key Takeaways

  • The Advanced trim is the entry point and includes a 10.25-inch touchscreen, wireless smartphone integration, and heated front seats as standard.
  • The Prestige adds a panoramic sunroof, power-adjustable steering wheel, and upgraded interior trim, sitting in the middle of the price range.
  • The Supreme is the fully equipped version with a 14.5-inch curved display, head-up display, and premium leather throughout.
  • The turbocharged 2.5L four-cylinder produces 300 horsepower and is more fuel-efficient; the twin-turbo 3.5L V6 produces 375 horsepower and accelerates noticeably faster.
  • All 2025 models include Genesis's five-year basic warranty and ten-year powertrain warranty, regardless of trim or engine choice.

Advanced trim: what comes standard

The Advanced is where every 2025 GV80 starts. It includes a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless smartphone charging, heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a power liftgate. The exterior has 19-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights and taillights, and a power-adjustable driver's seat. Safety features include forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping information, and blind-spot monitoring.

The Advanced cabin uses cloth upholstery on the seats and synthetic leather on the dashboard and door panels. You get a six-speaker audio system and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. The steering wheel is manually adjustable for tilt and telescoping. This trim gives you the core Genesis experience—the design, the warranty, the infotainment—without the premium materials or extra technology of higher trims.

Prestige trim: the middle ground

The Prestige adds a panoramic sunroof, a power-adjustable steering wheel (tilt, telescoping, and lumbar support), and upgraded interior trim. The seats move to a leather-appointed material (leather on seating surfaces, synthetic on bolsters), and the dashboard and door panels receive a softer synthetic leather. You get heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a power-adjustable passenger seat.

Technology upgrades include a wireless power liftgate (opens and closes with a button on the key fob), a surround-view camera system that shows a 360-degree view when parking, and an eight-speaker Lexicon audio system. The Prestige also adds adaptive headlights that swivel with the steering input and rain-sensing wipers. This trim is where most owners find the balance between cost and the features that genuinely improve daily use.

Supreme trim: full equipment

The Supreme is the top configuration and includes everything from the Prestige plus a 14.5-inch curved touchscreen display (larger and higher resolution than the Advanced and Prestige screens), a head-up display that projects speed and navigation onto the windshield, and a 16-speaker Lexicon premium audio system. The interior is full leather throughout, including the dashboard, steering wheel, and door panels. Seats are heated, ventilated, and power-adjustable in multiple directions, including lumbar support and thigh extension.

Additional features include a panoramic sunroof with a power shade, a semi-autonomous parking system that can steer the vehicle into tight spaces, adaptive cruise control that can follow traffic at highway speeds, and a 360-degree camera system with multiple viewing angles. The Supreme also adds premium exterior details like 20-inch alloy wheels and a power-closing trunk lid. This trim is for owners who want every available comfort and technology feature Genesis offers in the GV80.

Engine choice: turbocharged four-cylinder versus twin-turbo V6

The 2.5L turbocharged four-cylinder produces 300 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. It accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in approximately 7.5 seconds and returns an EPA-estimated 22 mpg city, 28 mpg highway, and 24 mpg combined. This engine is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. It is the standard choice across all three trims and is sufficient for highway merging, passing, and everyday driving. Fuel cost over time is lower than the V6, and the four-cylinder is quieter at idle and during light acceleration.

The 3.5L twin-turbocharged V6 produces 375 horsepower and 391 pound-feet of torque. It accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in approximately 5.9 seconds—noticeably quicker than the four-cylinder—and returns an EPA-estimated 19 mpg city, 26 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined. It is also paired with an eight-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. The V6 is available on all three trims as an upgrade. The extra power is felt during acceleration and when towing (the V6 can tow up to 3,500 pounds; the four-cylinder is not rated for towing). The V6 engine is also smoother at highway speeds and produces a deeper exhaust note.

Choose the four-cylinder if fuel economy and lower operating costs matter most to you. Choose the V6 if you want noticeably faster acceleration, plan to tow, or prefer the feel of a larger engine. Both are reliable, both come with the same warranty, and both are paired with the same transmission and all-wheel-drive system.

Warranty and roadside information across all configurations

Every 2025 Genesis GV80—regardless of trim or engine—includes a five-year or 60,000-mile basic warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship on all components except wear items like brake pads and wiper blades. The powertrain warranty covers the engine, transmission, and drivetrain for ten years or 100,000 miles. Genesis also includes five years of complimentary roadside information, which covers towing, lockout service, fuel delivery, and jump-starts.

The warranty does not vary by trim level or powertrain choice. A Supreme with the V6 and an Advanced with the four-cylinder have identical coverage. This is one of the few areas where your configuration choice does not affect what you receive.

How to think about your configuration choice

Start with the engine: if you drive mostly city streets and rarely tow, the four-cylinder saves money and is adequate. If you spend significant time on highways, tow occasionally, or want quicker acceleration, the V6 is worth the upgrade cost. Next, consider the trim. The Advanced gives you the full Genesis experience at the lowest price. The Prestige adds comfort features like ventilated seats and a sunroof that improve long drives. The Supreme is for owners who want the largest screen, the best audio, and every available technology—it is the most expensive but also the most equipped.

Your actual choice depends on how long you plan to keep the vehicle, how much you drive, and which features you use regularly. A sunroof and ventilated seats matter if you drive in hot climates or take frequent road trips. A head-up display matters if you spend hours on the highway. A larger touchscreen matters if you use navigation and audio controls frequently. The warranty and basic reliability are the same across all configurations, so your decision is really about which features improve your specific driving life.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get the GV80 with front-wheel drive instead of all-wheel drive?

No. All 2025 Genesis GV80 models come with all-wheel drive as standard. There is no front-wheel-drive option. All-wheel drive improves traction in snow and rain and provides more stable handling in curves, which is why Genesis made it standard across the entire lineup.

What is the difference between the 10.25-inch and 14.5-inch touchscreens?

The Advanced and Prestige have a 10.25-inch touchscreen; the Supreme has a 14.5-inch curved screen. The larger screen shows more information at once, has higher resolution, and is easier to read from the passenger seat. Both screens have the same software and support Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The larger screen is a convenience feature, not a functional difference.

Does the four-cylinder engine have enough power for highway driving?

Yes. The 300-horsepower four-cylinder accelerates smoothly on highways, merges safely, and passes other vehicles without strain. It is quieter and more fuel-efficient than the V6. The V6 is faster, but the four-cylinder is not underpowered for normal highway use.

Is leather standard on all trims?

No. The Advanced has cloth seats with synthetic leather on the dashboard. The Prestige has leather-appointed seats (leather on seating surfaces) with upgraded synthetic leather on the dashboard. The Supreme has full leather throughout, including the steering wheel and door panels.

Do all trims come with the same warranty?

Yes. Every 2025 GV80 includes a five-year basic warranty and a ten-year powertrain warranty, regardless of which trim or engine you choose. Warranty coverage does not vary by configuration.