Genesis GV80 long term ownership review | Hyundai’s Range Rover and X5 rival tested | Chasing Cars

[@chasingcars]

Do you see the potential in Genesis?

[@EdgarRenje]

Definitely!

[@siquanwu3131]

Absolutely, just need to lower the price and learn what Lexus did 40 years ago

[@aerienix]

The brand’s way past potential, IMHO. The only thing they’re missing is a performance arm to compete with M, AMG, and RS, and even then would they really need to if they’re able to challenge the tier below?

[@KenanTurkiye]

Yes Genesis will be the next Lexus. If things go right. People want oppulance for (relatively) less.

[@CathodeRayNipplez]

👍 I dont need an SUV but good to have Genesis around.

[@tasaab]

I took delivery of my GV80 on Saturday. White with the same Blue/Tan interior as in your piece. It’s the 3.5 twin turbo gas Prestige level, which is same as your Luxury specification. Mine is a 2023 certified, so got a little discount vs. 2024, but no difference in equipment. I will note that your 2022 has the previous rotary controller, which has been vastly improved in 2023, a much bigger and taller dial. Your other criticisms are pretty much spot on, but minor, except for the electrical faults, which are a big deal. I buy cars for long term, so I’m optimistic. It replaced a 2011 Audi A5 Convertible (which I kept) with 86k miles, previous to that was a 2004 Cadillac SRX, which was NOT in very good mechanical shape at all when I went to get the Audi in 2011. Had a SAAB 93 Convertible 1999 to 2004 and an Acura Legend 1992 to 2006, which I regret selling to this day. I also have a 1979 Lincoln Mark V Collectors Series with 85k miles on it.

[@robadams9523]

I'm in my third month of owning a 2024 GV80 Prestige 3.5 twin turbo and I must say that this is a very desirable SUV. I purchased for the long term and I feel that the brand will do very well. Amazing levels of luxury and safety at a price far less than the other luxury brands in the segment. I was considering a Range Rover but once I drove the GV80 my mind was made up. Thank you for the long term review.

[@nexusonels]

Those shots in the snow/rain... I could watch that all day.

[@vsboy2577]

That car looks so good at night, something this channel never does night reviews.

[@kmuinde]

yeah,they should so we can see how the dash looks like at night, even video of the engine bay would be nice

[@LetsGoFilm]

Spotted one a few days ago, and thought it was a new Bentley 😂 upon closer inspection seen the genesis branding. Honestly quite blown away

[@jamesheggie1854]

Despite there being a few minor tech issues with this stunning SUV I'd still be more than happy to own one. I still love everything about it and as with any new vehicle that enters the market there's always going to be potentially minor tweaks that will be required. Great review Tom 👍👍👍👍

[@MJT-DA]

@@BishimDeja they don't own one they're saying the issues the guy had in the video

[@wolfgangmiko4017]

Hi Tom, very informative and well balanced review. I bought a GV80, Diesel with the luxury pack in May and I love it. I changed from Mercedes and I have no regrets. Excellent engineering, outstanding build quality and service, great and distinctive looks - a real head turner.

[@tsals_antics9472]

Finally, someone moving from a luxury brand. Can I ask what led you to make the leap?

[@wolfgangmiko4017]

@@tsals_antics9472 Thank you for your question. I have been a life long lover of Mercedes and owned/drove them for 20 years before the Genesis. Mercedes used to stand for outstanding build quality, great service, making you feel special, amongst other things. Unfortunately the experience I have had over the last five years is that service was poor at best and the company tried to make you feel that it is a privilege for you to be able to drive their car. Mercedes has taken my loyalty and love for granted - only a fool does that. Genesis on the other hand has pulled out all stops to provide an outstanding product, unparalleled pre and post sales service and produced a car with such distinctive looks that I get constantly asked questions about it. To quote “The Castle “ it is the vibe.

[@tsals_antics9472]

@@wolfgangmiko4017 Thank you. I am moving from BMW after the same amount of years as well. I just think this type of warranty, services, and technology, and style is just outstanding.

[@Jett20]

Own 2021 genesis GV80 3.5t prestige, love it.

[@colinjames6152]

Excellent review. Thank you Tom. My 3.5T, Matt Green GV80 arrives next week. I cannot wait. Glad to hear that you would spend your own money on this exceptional vehicle. Superb B roll on the review too.

[@chasingcars]

Great spec!

[@billstaehlin4546]

When did you order it? I ordered one in January and I'm still waiting with no specific delivery date.

[@chrisandshazza01]

Beautiful. I’d choose this over the competition. One thing id definitely like to see is the passenger front with the same adjustment as the drivers.

[@thadvanness9409]

I traded in my 2021 G80 3.5 for the 2023 GV80 3.5 Prestige, same color in and out as this one. Love this car inside and out. You don't see many of them on the road so it's a real head turner and I'm asked at times if it's a Bentley.

[@ComedicInc]

Love the Slomo rain shots guys! Keep it up!

[@krugerfreddy8148]

Yes...my 2023 GV-80 Prestige is a beautiful, smooth riding and very quiet SUV with a great engine, now with 3,400 miles; however, the drivers seat has a lump that pushes up on a part of the human anatomy that only men have and it is very uncomfortable! The other 'fail' is the touch screen used to control the direction, fan speed and level of heating and cooling. These controls are actually difficult to see and difficult to adjust while car is moving. The GV-80 is a Hyundai product and Genesis should check out and use the push-button controls found in the Hyundai Santa Fe...I know: I rented one for 7 weeks!

[@Mr2pint]

Slow mo shots in snow look great 👍

[@chasingcars]

Thanks!

[@philburke1902]

~6K miles..."long term"? I really like you listing the video time links in the description. Good review. Most guys are over excited and their voice gives me a headache. Your tone and speed is perfect!

[@CARacterReviews]

Stunning review! I am willing to forgive everything for those looks. I wish it came to South Africa.

[@DPK12]

Great looking car, design and comfort but the price and current sales strategy don’t stack up - limited outlets (had to visit Sydney to see one…and now with COVID NSW is no go)

[@MrSunnyBhoy]

Great review, I'd choose this over a German rival.

[@angelicafigueroa2513]

The GV 80 is my number one pick of my next purchase. My two other choices was Lexus RX 350. Long range model, which we have on already long-term vehicle type person. Thank you for the honest review I’ve been looking for videos. That would turn me off on this vehicle. And I have not found one yet

[@johns9969]

My '15 Lexus RX (120k km) air bag electronics went off, dealer is asking $12k. Have a ' 23 G70 - love it. GV80 top pick.

[@nancycohen4148]

Just bought 2024 gv80 fully loaded. I agree with all your comments however, the dealership customer exorience was the worst ever.

[@JamesZ888]

Amazing review looking forward to see the gv70 review

[@chasingcars]

Driving it late this week.

[@nsw3000]

@@chasingcars This is the one Australia waits for... The GV70 looks stunning and is affordable. OS reviews love it but for some reason we have zero Aussie reviews??? Good on you Tom... can't wait for the GV70 review!

[@gdawwg1125]

I just love the look , if I was in this market I would go for this just for it’s looks

[@wbwynn]

I have first release 2021 GV80 3.5 Prestige; it’s been a wonderful car, and I have not had the issues that you noted. I do think the newer versions will address wireless CarPlay and pass seat massage and lumbar. The 2025 has a new longer screen that is much easier to touch. The stop-go engine feature needs a stay off capability. I am almost 3 years in on my GV80 and may opt for a new 2025 with the upgrades. The biggest negative on the 2025 is that the pricing has gone up a lot.

[@chrissydney5451]

Great review as always, can’t see people spending the same on this as a European alternative. Pre-COVID their city show room was a ghost town and can’t imagine much changing post-COVID. It’s just the next Infiniti!

[@jaejo4041]

This is great. It will be my next car!

[@some_randomninja]

I think you make the best reviews i ever see

[@bradsmith8272]

Video filter is horrible.

[@chasingcars]

There isn’t one. That’s the sun behind cloud on a snow day casting that glow.

[@JTMC-f9w]

The most amazing thing about this video? I had no idea it snowed in Australia.

[@amitmou2009]

I like the honest review. Thanks.

[@teish8393]

Can't wait to buy this in 2-3 yrs when I can afford it!

[@jayyy092]

I don’t what I like more the car, the beanie or the boots it’s a tough decision

[@warrencramer4516]

His beard matches the interior too!

[@mig3872]

Such a great review. Thank you. It's definitely on my list to test drive next year but for the price I'm hoping they get wireless apple car play. Also waiting to see what 2023 Lexus RX will look like. So for me it's between the two late next year.

[@bulletmags5969]

Good rounded review; thanks. This had been high on my shopping list until finally ordering a GV70 this week instead (already on the ship)! I do wish the media would stop focussing on Genesis challenging the Germans however. While comparisons are certainly there to be made, Genesis first needs to establish itself in Australia. That means stealing market share from the likes of Lexus, Volvo, Land Rover, Jaguar, Alpha Romeo etc. This shouldn’t be too hard. Start playing the options game on something like a Jag F-Pace and you will quickly surpass the drive-away price of a Genesis and end up with a lower powered, 5 seater SUV that still falls short of Genesis features. Then there’s consideration of owning one of these and keeping on the road once out of warranty. With the exception of Lexus, you’d have to have rocks in your head to take that risk with the others, including and especially the Germans. Genesis is neck and neck with Lexus on this front in Canada and the States, where it has been in those markets for around 6 years.

[@deanschultz6259]

Good stuff, Tom! Looking forward to more vids.

[@stephantranquille6681]

Sure is a beautifully crafted vehicle, very pleasing to look at. The interior is great too. It is definitely a vehicle I would consider only if those electrical problems could be ironed out. Well done x

[@ernestjones9054]

What electrical problems are you referring to?

[@chadf1368]

@@ernestjones9054 Hyundai is known for electrical problems.

[@ernestjones9054]

@@chadf1368 Genesis has no electrical problems…

[@chadf1368]

@@ernestjones9054 genesis is owned by Hyundai….

[@ernestjones9054]

@@chadf1368 No doubt… It’s their luxury brand, they’re f phenomenally amazing, and don’t have electrical issues…

[@JimboJones99]

I like how you've dressed to match the interior 😁

[@nostradamus2642]

Great video Tom. Look forward to your test drive of the GV70.

[@chasingcars]

Coming soon!

[@Ash_Simo]

They should have built the rear wiper into the top and hidden it away.

[@mavfan1]

That’s true of many vehicles.

[@beri232]

1 year and 14,000kms on our Prestige GV80 and we sold it back. Dreadful dealership experience here in Canada topped by an engine that doesn’t handle winter temps lower than -25 celsius very well. We were also left without heat in the dead of winter from one side of the car for over a month and a half while Genesis “Korea” came up with a fix. There were 8 others in line with the same problem. Worst car/dealership experience at this price we’ve ever had!

[@domzjb5053]

Doesn't have wireless car play, it's one of those things that you come to realize isn't a deal breakers, but it is useful. 22 rims is too much, if the tires were beefy then ok it would be better

[@bigrahizzle]

Wireless CarPlay will not Transmit audio for music clearly so wired is a better option

[@asifabdullah5468]

There are some feature missing in Australian Models no one talks about it.

[@mavfan1]

You can talk about them here but you also chose not to do so.

[@marr1956]

Can,t wait till we get the car in the UK soon .

[@NoLittlePink]

Great content on this channel, would be great if you can shoot in 4k

[@rakhsiprayogo82]

Is Little bit slower than in 2022 Acura MDX

[@wasdwasdwwasd]

Perhaps the ride issues would be resolved by scaling down the (admittedly cool) 22 inch rims and adding some more sidewall.

[@krugerfreddy8148]

The 22" wheels definitely ride a bit more harshly. I actually drove the 20" wheels for 5 days before deciding to drop another $4,200 to have the 22" wheels installed: they are way too 'cool' not to have on the Prestige!

[@73willyg]

I really think the real rival is Volvo. Same level of comfort in the xc90

[@chasingcars]

Good point. The Volvo is a great car.

[@semyon74]

Looking a test driving one in a few weeks. The Mrs seems to prefer the Santa Fe over the GV80 in pictures and on video. It’s going to be hers, but I’m seriously struggling for her to even give it a chance. This is an issue for Genesis.

[@mavfan1]

It’s an issue for your wife, not Genesis.

[@semyon74]

@@mavfan1 I agree, it’s definitely the customers fault for not buying a product, the seller shouldn’t need to convince them how good it is, they should just know.

[@jasonb9652]

Good review. The towing capacity is quite low for such an obviously capable car (and why the random number??). The other thing I don't like is the side triangular glass between the C and D pillar. Too small compared to the competition (making the side profile of the vehicle not appear to match its actual large size) and they look like they came straight out of the Hyundai parts bin. No stop start option either?

[@bluor3713]

It does have the start/stop feature & a button on the left side of the dash to turn it off.

[@smutty111]

Have put a deposit on a new rav4 cruiser, tossing up whether to go for the black interior or the nutmeg/light brown interior silimar to this. Do you think with kids and what not it would be too hard to keep clean tom?

[@chasingcars]

Nutmeg is the go. It's not that hard to keep it clean. Damp cloth once a week, then a leather cleaner once a quarter. Our long-termer RAV4 with Nutmeg still looked new after 4 months, despite my preference for denim jeans.

[@azzanqk908]

Wondering if they fixed these on the 2023

[@m.m.m.m8276]

Hey, Loved your haval h6 review, Would love to see a comparison against an established competitor like Toyota or Hyundai.

[@MrJarod2003]

r u saying I can get 20k discount from BMW ??? for new cars ?

[@robertknight9506]

What about the class action lawsuit for oil leaks?

[@mattyb1624]

Why didn't they put the rear wiper up the top, folded away under the rear wind deflector???? So obvious.

[@Richard-sl8we]

Yes, it does snow in Australia...

[@chasingcars]

And much more than you see here

[@siquanwu3131]

I will wait GV70

[@lfsantosl]

Assuming a person can afford it, is it worth the extra 50k on the Santa Fe highlander?

[@chasingcars]

$50k more? Probably not, not for most people. $30k more? Definitely.

[@A861967]

Will make a great 2nd hand purchase when depreciation runs its toll 😊

[@philipmann9548]

It will be self decomposing by the time its second hand. Although according to these people, 6 months is long term. Think again. 👍

[@fale892]

Good review. Would buy

[@sqmp446]

i hope hyundai make the smaller version like the macan porsche

[@maverick5496]

Resale would be awesome

[@che0535]

Five things made me think of CARWOW

[@jeffkepus2492]

You think Long term ownership is 6 months? Are you freaking kidding me? Talk to me when you put 100k miles on it.

[@MrMeoow91]

This car cost 2x Carnivals and carry less people…

[@robertceroli3512]

What's the idea of the tacho back to front

[@jhndijkman]

The counter-rotating rev counter is a no go in an otherwise good looking dash.

[@zaamuro8408]

Loss of power on the highway is pretty serious I would think

[@chasingcars]

It was gradual, but yes, it was a concern. Never came back after that one time.

[@tonyc.5381]

remind me, which seat is the 'passanger' seat ?

[@chasingcars]

The one without a steering wheel in front of it

[@chasingcars]

Oh, I get it. Sorry for the spelling error. Good pickup.

[@malcolmscott4150]

Great review Tom - in styling I think it’s a bit America for Aussie euro buyers with a cut price Bentayga look maybe but I abhor marketing department creations like the Genesis, Acura, DS, Lexus, Infiniti and Maybach as I just think badge engineering doesn’t fly with vehicle brands whom should be able to produce a micro car to a large luxury CAV under one brand like Audi - call me a socialist but I don’t want a separate luxury showroom paid for by the price premium charged here - I want engineering innovation not gadgets, and I want a tailored dynamic chassis that’s fun to drive most of all with EV integration to respect our environment - I think all vehicle manufacturers need to learn the Maybach lesson - as a Hyundai Genesis I’d consider this car but as a stand alone brand no thanks 🙏

[@cgrecommended]

My Seltos had wireless carplay...

[@chasingcars]

New Hyundai, Kia and Genesis vehicles without factory navigation have wireless CarPlay. If they have nav they do not.

[@silverqwer4431]

16:24 beautiful Scene

[@amiused2157]

Oh dang, so Genesis doesn’t negotiate at all? I was hoping to get a deal on the new GV70…

[@fabulousprofound]

Nope. I’m from Canada and it’s MSRP and that’s it 😫

[@andylives5575]

Love it

[@davidperry3531]

Good objective review but I think Genesis are going to struggle in the market place for many years and will rely heavily on Hyundai giving the necessary $$$ support. The criticisms seem to be valid, particularly the infotainment issues which many purchasers would not find out until after taking delivery. Price and the nameplate is going to be the sticking points for most potential purchasers and if you live anywhere west of Sydney forget about trying to drive or see one. If Genesis are still in Australia in 5 years time and growing, it may be worthwhile taking the plunge but until then, no thanks.

[@mrhao1111]

How about GV70? That's a better looking than GV80!

[@chasingcars]

Driving one later this week, review to come soon.

[@richieduck67]

Nice beanie

[@chasingcars]

It was real cold

[@kmuinde]

It can be a lot of car for less in 6 years

[@chasingcars]

That requires a few people to buy one new!

[@jhref]

Is it me or is turning off on the highway seem like a bigger fault?

[@chasingcars]

It was not ideal.

[@lukedudgeon8699]

With the servicing, it's 5 years or 50,000km included. That's for turbo models, which all GV80s are. That's a little disappointing for the price and to entice. Could have made it 100,000km? I'd punch through those kms in just over a year. Guess I'm not the type of owner they're targeting.

[@chasingcars]

The diesel’s intervals are 15,000km so 75,000km should be covered. I’ll check on that.

[@lukedudgeon8699]

@@chasingcars on their website, it states naturally aspirated was 75k, Turbo models(which I believe would include turbo diesel) was 50k.

[@milkoowen6800]

Best second hand car :🤑

[@wolvoman1]

Spoilt by that ridiculous front grill

[@frank21cn1]

Cough Infiniti cough cough

[@chasingcars]

We'll see. Infiniti also had pretty average product (for the most part), which didn't help.

[@philipmann9548]

Long term ownership. What a load of rubbish. 6 months is not long term ownership. 10 years and 250000km plus is long term ownership. This car just. like all modern cars would be well and truly self decomposing by 10 yrs and 250000 km. Probably melted down for scrap and replaced twice by this time. 6 months, my arse.

[@LifebyDesign]

strangely the Gv80 is looking dated already. GV70 stills looks fresh to death tho

[@bigrahizzle]

Really? I don’t think so

[@LifebyDesign]

​@@bigrahizzleI agree. Ordered one for my mom and she absolutely loves this car.

[@yuhboyify]

I think you will find most of the people commenting here saying they like it are not prospective buyers. This car will be a failure. Even though this competes with X5/GLE, you will find people who are in this market would rather an X3 or GLC. The fact that Genesis benchmarked the motor from the bmw, the fact that Hyundai/Genesis poached all of their head designers and engineers from BMW/Audi, goes to show the Koreans are basically on par with the Chinese.... Its just a fake Louis Vuitton. This car won't resonate with most prospective buyers. It doesn't have luxury brand value that you get from decades of being market leaders through pioneering and motorsport that the Germans have. Genesis are not leaders, they are followers...

[@chasingcars]

Maybe. But Lexus have succeeded; Toyota had no real luxury cred before then. And I’m not sure the fake-LV analogy holds; the fraudsters who make fake handbags don’t hire ex-LVMH executives to direct their ops, engineering, design. Competitors hiring executives from rival companies happens in any industry, not just automotive. I’m not in agreement that it means they’ll just slavishly bring their X5 designs to Genesis (for example). It means they’ve had experience in a team that consistently builds successful cars. It’s the institutional experience that matters more than their previous exposure to any one car.

[@yuhboyify]

@@chasingcars hmmmm. One huge difference with the inception of Lexus when it launched its brand 30 years ago; they utilised Toyota's vast dealership network and were sold side-by-side. Genesis is taking Infiniti Australia's failed approach- separate showrooms, or "studios" as Genesis calls them. Also lexus had more brand value with Toyota vs Hyundai, and the sheer scale of development that went into the LS400 was beyond remarkable. Furthermore, the car market was less crowded 30 years ago when Toyota took a punt with Lexus. The fact Genesis does not want to sell its vehicles in the same showroom as Hyundai like Lexus did with Toyota, speaks volumes how they want to differentiate the brands due to a branding hangover with past Hyundai models being regarded by most as rubbish and this will hurt there exposure massively, not to mention customer support through a lack of a dealer network. Not saying it can't be done though.

[@mavfan1]

I think you will find most of the people commenting here that it will be a failure are not able to afford this or any other similar value automobile. 😂😂😂😂

[@puneetgulati2009]

Biased, aren’t you? This doesn’t look like a rip off at all….be interested to know which car do you think this has been copied from? Also by that logic, 20 years ago no one would’ve believed Apple will make better phones than Siemens or Nokia or whoever. History belongs to those who challenge….it’s always rewritten. Lexus did the same some 30 years ago. Maybe Genesis will maybe it won’t. Audi’s and BMW’s here in Australia aren’t particularly coming with the reliable quality they were once known for. Just charging customers based on old badge equity! And nothing wrong with hiring LV designers…if what what you launch in the end becomes a Ferragamo. Maybe those designers will now actually do their best work…now that they don’t have to conform to a design approach that’s decades old.

[@puneetgulati2009]

@mavfan1 Good point. Or they’re owners of high maintenance, under equipped and specced expensive germans. $40K for the badge, $80k for the car.

[@stevehall2305]

Long term lol won't be round in 30+years like my 85 hilux and still driving. Won't last 2 before it starts it self

[@chasingcars]

You must have a crystal ball!

[@stuartc1936]

Looks like Hyundai station wagon

[@mikealanzo]

A lame copy&paste of all the SUV's out there .... just pathetic!!!

[@JohnLee-db9zt]

Lol, you’re comment is pathetic.

[@mikealanzo]

@@JohnLee-db9zt said that copy&paste Hyundai fanboy....

[@Apbt-rv7zw]

Probably works for a Mercedes dealership... rival jealousy lol

[@JohnLee-db9zt]

@@mikealanzo Numb nut, I own a Mercedes and it’s an unreliable over priced piece of German crud just like my BMW. Never will I buy another German car. Lol, you’re a pathetic fan girl.

[@simonf8902]

A pseudo car. A fake Hyundai With a badge that means nothing No one is fooled.

[@lucashuang10]

You can say the same about Cadillac. Lincoln. Audi. Lexus. Bmw. Luxury off brand can mean fake Chevy or fake Volkswagen or fake ford but you have to give credit to automaker for trying their best to elevate their brand status. Any haters going to say fake Hyundai. But you have to drive the car yourself before you judge.

[@dev4124]

Looks like a Chinese version of Bentayga to be honest.

[@EdgarRenje]

As if Chinese is always bad.

[@dev4124]

@@EdgarRenje true though. Not always.

[@chasingcars]

The Bentayga kind of looks like a Chinese version of a Bentayga

[@aerienix]

Worth noting is that the guy that designed the Bentayga also designed this!

[@Apbt-rv7zw]

Looks way better than the Bentayga more refined.

[@petersargeant1555]

Trashy and two dimensional grill, looks like it's unfinished, nothing at the top but a tiny badge.

[@johnwet6969]

Nice figures in 12:00. Over 7000 km divided by 27:19 hours means you have to go over 250 km/h all the time 😂😂😂 Another soft bug?