Genesis GV80 | No Longer a Copycat

We review the new 2021 Genesis GV80, an all new SUV. This fresh approach attempts to jump start the luxury brand in North America. We discuss the technical, and mechanical info that make this a great value. Others to consider are the BMW X5, Audi Q7, Mercedes GLE, and Acura MDX.
#genesis #gv80 #cars
Index:
00:00 - 00:42 Intro
00:42 - 5:28 Interior Impressions
5:28 - 12:06 Mechanical Impressions, Suspension, Transmission and Engine
12:06 - 18:46 Driving Impressions
18:46 Final Thoughts

[@VS666]

i'm most impressed by their ability to make this car unique

[@tolganogun2933]

Yes! Right? all the auto manufacturers do the same exact thing. No body wants to do their own unique style

[@eljeff1111]

@ACFM hd are you high? it looks like an acura in the front and a lincoln in the back

[@kotor87]

@ACFM hd a..hem.. you mean Bentley Bentayga right? Genesis vehicles designed by Luc Donckerwolke though, who formerly working for Bentley.

[@jamesc8708]

@@kotor87 Along with SangYup Lee. Those two designed the Bentayga together at Bentley.

[@LOLHICRONO]

@@tolganogun2933 wrong take. hes most surprised because genesis was just copying mercedes, bmw, etc. to say theyre doing their own unique thing is ridiculous.

[@autonewstv86]

*I'm officially obsessed with Genesis. Every single one of their cars is gorgeous, inside & out. Great Review Sir*

[@kpopkpop5235]

chinese fake bentley.

[@grow1820]

@@kpopkpop5235 Korean & They have designers from bentley.

[@kpopkpop5235]

​@@grow1820 does he own the design? or Bentley owns the design.

[@ckcl78]

@@kpopkpop5235 Sangyup Lee was the designer that designed the Benttyaga. Also Luc Donckerwolke who was the design director at Benttley and Lanborghini is working at Genesis

[@lgz2006]

*So do I, I'm actually in love with the Hyundai Kia Genesis group...*

[@needmetal3221]

Genesis really got their styling down pat. Classy and exclusive looking

[@novan3]

Actually, it looks almost exactly like a Bentley Bentayga

[@SpartanDara]

@@novan3 That’s because their current designer used to work at Bentley lol. I think the front fascia on this new generation of Genesis cars is pretty unique tho

[@liamnissanS2K]

I'm not a fan of the sedan but this Is pretty nice.

[@Maxfli82]

This and the Telluride both knocked it out of the park

[@kuyre2239]

interior looks like grandma's underwear.😂😂😂😂

[@aceofspades6667]

I also wanted to comment... In SLC we have our very first dedicated Genesis dealer (former Hyundai dealer) that build a standalone dealership. It is a premium experience with none of the shenanigans that happen at the Hyundai stealership.

[@ajtam05]

Oh nice...I'd like to see how it compares w/ BMW etc.

[@avuci]

What happens at hyundai dealers? I really want the sonata SEL

[@aveneyer]

​@@avuci Nothing, unless you drive a luxury car and don't want a bunch of random people in the lobby assuming that is your 2011 Elantra base model being worked on.

[@moloono1]

People planning on the next flex in the Applebees parking lot, LOL

[@Lasertrac]

Once again we begin a new year, throwing off the woes of the past one. Mark and Jack make (in my humble opinion) one of the BEST auto reviewing channels out there. They succulently go into details that others simply gloss over or regurgitate from press releases. The talk to engineers and dig in deep on details. The devil is always in the details. Always look forward to Jack's enthusiasm and balanced approach to Mark's pithy and bordering on bawdy comments. ( Love you Mark NEVER change). As the final thoughts wrapped up, I thought wow, they left out the audio part of it, and here comes Mark to wrap it up it up with a bow. The only other comment is "was that a used napkin next to the seat or one of Mark's snot rags? I know you guys don't do these videos alone, and kudos to everyone in the background. You guys are the superior reviewing channel out there. Wishing you great success in the coming year and looking forward to great content yet to come. Best regards JS

[@2004cyrus]

Mark has my exact personality! I didn’t realize it until people started to make comparisons after having heard my bawdy comments lol. I’m dry and harsh and don’t do warm & cuddly either. But I get things done. Jack is also pretty dry. Anyway I like your comment and I love the channel too. Happy & healthy 2021 to all. We need to steel our spines this year as Biden and Obama’s old staffers take the reins of government and break us down. It’s going to test us America in ways the pandemic and Trump could not.

[@1119benjamin]

I believe it was a napkin shaped like an origami crane.

[@Lasertrac]

@@1119benjamin i just like giving Mark sh*t. He's used to it. Love that guy

[@frommorningnight146]

I had the worst experience having a Kia car. This was my first time I chose Kia because I liked the car that I was going to lease. The previous two cars that I drove were Toyota and they never ever gave me problems that usually an older car gives (one Problem on top of another). Imagine you trust the company, you get a brand new car thinking that “hey it’s a new car. I’m not going to have all the problems that old cars give" and then one day you wake up, your car is not starting, the next day brake lights don’t work, the following week another problem comes up.

[@enflans]

I dont think many know that the designer of the Genesis models, Sangyup Lee, was the designer for Bentley. He designed vehicles under the Volkswagen group such as GM's Camaro and Corvette among others. He was head of exterior design for Bentley, and designed the Bentayga, Flying Spur, Continental GT etc. before moving to Genesis, which is why it's no joke when they say it's a Bentley on a budget.

[@ajtam05]

This is one of the few channels that puts everything in granular context from the business, history, markets, technical vehicle components etc. So tired of the general and horribly vague channels that basically just recite pamphlets or just make up shit. Thanks for being a legitimate automotive review channel. Happy 2021!

[@acoga]

Man, the quality of the videography in the intro is so good. The smooth movement and focus pulls, impressive.

[@jackholmes8105]

Thanks

[@rickelliott3277]

Genesis is knocking it out of the park. Outstanding vehicles. I currently own a 2019 G80 Sport with 23k on the clock and have zero issues. Only complaint was stock Continental tires. Swapped that garbage out immediately for Michelin Pilot Sport 4s. Loving Life!😀

[@mrsj1417]

Wow, a 2 year old car with 23k and no problems - unheard of!!! The resale value is already in the toilet, and please be careful because they catch on fire at an alarmingly high rate.

[@infuori]

@@mrsj1417 please give us one example where a GENESIS has caught fire. Yes, I know about the KIA issues…

[@ahighervibe4086]

@@mrsj1417 u always crap on everyone’s comments? Try some positivity buddy! Btw his resale is excellent in this market, and I’m sure it hasn’t started on fire! Jheez

[@basithph8958]

Happy New Years! New Year, new beginnings! Hope you all have a blessed year!

[@PatrickLino]

My Monday and Friday mornings are legitimately the same every week: Coffee, Pop Tarts, and new savagegeese video.

[@bwest-yq3uc]

Agree! Savage geese is one of the most informative you-tubers out there, today. Does a dam nice video and very educational. Others on the you tube car reviews come off like a car salesman reading a sales brochure. Not objective or informative. Keep up the good work and Happy New Year.

[@motopolak]

I approve of this routine.

[@byronnasem4110]

I think one of the biggest highlights Geese missed was the fact that both the 2.5T and the 3.5TT are both dual injection engines...meaning they both have port and direct injection which should be a better setup in the long run compared to competitors like the X5 (direct injection only, also the new MDX 3.0 turbo 6) with reliability. Hyundai and Kia have said that’s the biggest reason they upgraded from the 3.3TT used in the stinger and g70

[@AbzAden]

That’s very true and good point I don’t think there are many TT with Dual injection except Toyota and Lexus

[@Boogetsbizzy]

Ugh, wish the stinger would get the 3.5TT

[@BLR1GBattlemaster]

Really glad they're heading this route too. That's why I went with a Toyota just recently: they dual port their engines. No need to worry about GDI carbon build up like the German brands.

[@isserdigan2835]

The B58 engine in the X5. Has been very reliable. In fact its one of the most awarded engines in the industry.

[@byronnasem4110]

@@isserdigan2835 Yeah but it’s only direct injection and you would need to have proper carbon cleaning every 30k to 40k miles. It probably is a well designed and robust engine, but that doesn’t negate it from DI problems like carbon build up...

[@WpnX81]

Mark, Jack, thank you so much for making quality content, and for having made 2020 more enjoyable. Keep up the excellent work! Happy New Year to you both, and to all the Savage Goslings out there.

[@cayman9873]

My god.. the music, the beautiful camera shots, your production standards are really excellent. Thanks for all your hard work this year. I appreciate you and jack putting in endless hours of lugging gear and charging batteries and editing late eating cold arbys and pizza.

[@autocrosseverything]

Really love the direction Genesis is going. This looks like a great crossover, and it pains me to say that

[@Jabid21]

No need to feel the pain, Feel happy. Market needs competition and Genesis is more than a viable alternative. Although long term reliability is yet to be proven, it’s a low bar to cross because it only needs to outlast any European car, not a Japanese one.

[@autocrosseverything]

@@Jabid21 agreed. I think that's true for Hyundai as a whole. It's no longer the bargain-bin alternative, they are easily competing with and even surpassing the big brands the market. Genesis has already put a lot of the Germans on edge, and the new GV80 and GV70 is only going to increase the pressure.

[@timothycc711]

@@Jabid21 i think he may have been referring to the over abundance of SUV's. This popularity of SUV's is getting out of hand ✋. What happens to the advantage of higher ride height visibility when everyone drives an SUV or truck?

[@Jabid21]

@@timothycc711 Well we can’t do much about that. Automakers will market what people will buy. Crossover are the hot stuff.

[@James-il3tq]

@@timothycc711 More people will move to trucks, then lifted trucks, then Semis.

[@nealewalter]

Great review - as always. I drive a 2012 Hyundai Genesis sedan, no rush on next car but it will most probably be a G80 or GV80. Nice to see review looking at it from buyers perspective and trying to find faults. There are too many reviewers that find everything great.

[@bilakh7]

Hi mate. How do you describe your experiences with Genesis in terms of reliability and cost?

[@nilpatel9096]

^ I would like to know too!

[@bradleyscarreviews]

@@bilakh7 clearly if he wants another one, he hasn’t had any issues.

[@saratc660]

I used to have the 2011 Genesis. 130k miles. Literally zero problems, gave it to my mom and she loves it. Very smooth ride, great powertrain, and I picked it up for 11k 3 years ago

[@bilakh7]

@@bradleyscarreviews I guess so

[@klasseact6663]

I've never had an issue at my dealership (Rosen Hyundai) and while I'm at it 2 services ago I thought I needed a DCT fluid exchange and my SA said it doesn't need that unless i have an issue or it's really dirty, I really appreciated that honesty👍👍

[@johnnymichael1804]

Herb Connolly Hyundai/Genesis in Framingham Ma, is pretty good too. I bought my Sonata 2 years ago, and have never had an issue with either my car (2017 Sonata Sport) or the dealership experience.

[@Londonistan_Calling]

This perhaps may be the first affordable premium SUV which is not..... ugly.

[@aceofspades6667]

Acura RDX is somewhat attractive at certain angles... Mazda CX5 top spec is near luxury and is somewhat ok. But I agree with your take.

[@Neojhun]

Umm Lincoln Aviator. Both gorgeous cars.

[@MarkPharaoh]

I find this to be hideous compared to something like an RDX

[@Neojhun]

@@MarkPharaoh Sorry recent Acura with lots of Slashes is very poor messy design.

[@kdrguru]

Get your eyes checked.

[@jasonjarosz5897]

@19:52 "Fuckin' poor people!" DED

[@adamdavis4074]

Oddly enough, there's a ton of leased Infiniti QX60's in my neighborhood - I feel like this will be what they end up all leasing next.

[@QuickQuips]

That'll be a massive upgrade. The qx60 infotainment is godawful.

[@jblyon2]

It would be a significant step up from a Pathfinder with some fake wood slapped on

[@lambokiller99]

The QX60 is just a pathfinder with some chrome trim and an infiniti badge. The GV80 will be a MASSIVE upgrade

[@ro0ster648]

If they can afford it. Monthly lease payment on a 72k GV80 is 2.5-3 times more than QX60 Luxe or Pure. The GV80 has a ridiculously high MF, no incentives, and dealers are selling above MSRP. Hyundai is just riding on this hype.

[@joskjj3625]

So true the qx60 is nothing but a pathfinder with slightly better clothing

[@lucagattoni-celli1377]

The vertical integration aspect of this company finally clicked for me, thank you!

[@granthemstreet3209]

I feel like the fancy configurator, bling factor, and abundance of options and features, this will end up being baby's first luxury car for a lot of people.. then they'll stick with the brand, at least that's what Genesis is hoping for..

[@qx4n9e1xp]

It's a brilliant idea. Make a good first impression.

[@jshnya]

Can you blame them? Why go after the old and stubborn when you can capture the next generation that doesn't hold the same loyalties to the Germans or lexus.

[@qx4n9e1xp]

@ACFM hd ye

[@dcjimr1]

Best review I’ve seen of this car. Mark and Jack, you guys are the best!

[@price9195]

SG and Mandalorian got me thru covid isolation for 10 days. Great content and for me, a nuts and bolts guy, the look at cars on the lift hooked me.

[@JimboJason]

The quality of your videos is always impressive, this has me watching videos for vehicles that I have no interest in. Looking forward to more of your content in the next year.

[@bwest-yq3uc]

I Agree. They do a great job on their car videos.

[@MEAMERIE]

Hearing "4 popper" is always so funny to me for some reason lol. I love that they are bringing dark green back, I would go with that for exterior and interior tan.

[@johnnymichael1804]

It's essentially what it is. 4 spark plugs that, when combined with a lil fuel go pop pop pop lol.

[@eemmwhy]

4 banger!

[@markeister8518]

You are the best review team period! Thank you

[@USARAY1947]

19:13 Love the origami swan.

[@802Garage]

Masterwork.

[@bokuden79]

Oh, that's what that is! I couldn't figure out why they'd leave a snot rag in panning shot.

[@omodest9824]

Right?!? Lmao!

[@jasonraynar6955]

I thought it was the wrapper for the straw for the drink in the car at the start!

[@jsfbay1]

I just flat-out missed it. I was looking to make sure it had 4-way lumbar, which almost unbelievably, the RX350 doesn't have!!!

[@daniel63939]

"PSY Gentlemen" It's for these little easter eggs that takes these reviews to next level😎

[@darcygoesfast]

and piano playing on piano black. good pick up!

[@justinshaw8910]

19:54 I almost spit out my breakfast

[@justin23224]

No one has ever needed to blur genitalia on a in vehicle infotainment screen. This is clearly premium, class leading, JD Power award winning content.

[@daweithisisdavidinmandarin6121]

This channel is so good. It gives all the info I need and the interesting teat bits as well. BTW, Genesis is breaking it out of the park. Such a good value proposition!

[@MLHunt]

They do the best reviews plain and simple. They focus on things car shoppers care about and/or need to know to make an informed decision.

[@jgueroz71]

This is how I’m starting out my new year, watching SavageGeese 🔥😌

[@thomashussey5159]

Great job guys! Thorough review. Jack is a great addition to the channel.

[@fleipeg]

Great review as usual gentlemen. I really like what Genesis has done with this SUV and I share your opinion that people will gravitate to this vehicle in the lower $50K range. Happy New Year and continued success in 2021 (Miami, FL)

[@MrCarGuy]

They're doing a great job with differentiation. Great cars. I've been telling people about the HMG/KIA vertical integration advantage since the original Genesis. So good for the money.

[@JoshuaGrech]

Pretty impressive for a first effort. The germans have had about 2 decades of refinement to get just a fraction ahead with their current generation. And I didn’t know just how much end-to-end process control Hyundai has. Impressive.

[@robertwalker8453]

I think you guys are some of the best car reviewers out there. You guys analytic approach to the mechanics and features is well done but your analysis into why the vehicle is a good buy or not is impeccable. Thanks

[@CollisionofSoul]

I was looking forward to this. I was not disappointed. You guys are getting really good. HNY.

[@donaldosborne7110]

Great review.... By far the best one I have watched.... One of the issues that pushed me to buy one is the post sale costs. I have had Porches and BMW and I am not sure if I have ever had anmoil change for less than 500 USD. Please include maintenance cost in reviews.

[@MrDrmorbid]

1:48 the designer of the G80's wheels in that photo has to be a fan of 70s Trans Ams.

[@rosgoncharuk2403]

Live chat and a review! What a great holidays! Happy new year!

[@ohhyokkwon2586]

Great review and in-depth analysis. Thank you.

[@crxtodd16]

Man... That 360 camera sure captures a LOT of details. 😉

[@nkimandi]

the analysis...especially of the internals/metallurgy was sublime

[@Dowlphin]

That which cannot manage to stay sublime easily becomes a lemon.

[@sam712]

great review jack and mr. geese. can't wait for the gv70 review

[@moltenpros]

Excellent car review channel; the level of detail is unmatched. Very organic conversation from people who know about cars. High production video. My only advice is to pin your Lav Mic on your right side so it doesn't rub on the seatbelt.

[@Patient_Lion_BS]

19:50 - I was waiting for them to do something stupid like that time Mark ruined his fingernail... 😂 Was not disappointed.

[@BeyondLumination]

Poor people.... 😂

[@hyacia]

3:26

[@Patient_Lion_BS]

@@hyacia 😂😂, I didn't realise what that was at first, thanks for pointing it out lmao

[@ericd.4460]

Loved this review, and I love what Genesis has done. For me, I would not have a hard time choosing this over something German.

[@rogerquijada3932]

I have literally had several people buy cars with Confidence because of you guys and your honest reviews. And This brand is becoming a fast favorite!!

[@pds4184]

I really like how you guys deliver your message!

[@brybrysofly4093]

19:53 I’m frickin crying 😭 Poor people 😂😂

[@Tahvyy]

I’ll take this GV80 over a X5 any day. The new X5 is bland now especially the rear exterior 😒. And since I don’t race my SUV’s and don’t know anyone who does I think 🤔 I’ll be just fine. Great review as usual SAVAGEESE, 🥳HAPPY NEW YEAR 🥳

[@bradleyscarreviews]

I agree.

[@mobster2]

I’ve test driven an 85k X5 2019. It was underwhelming. BMW has fallen behind in the recent years. MB right now leads the pack in the German SUV’s. The GLS is on another level. I sat in 2 recently, it’s truly head and shoulders above any SUV, including Land Rover.

[@jakes6999]

Love your videos ! Especially in the shop !

[@timothycc711]

First Video of the New Year. Not remotely interested in it but since its Savage I watch. Loved the 3 hour New Years Eve live cast! Watched after the fact but enjoyed it immensely.

[@flavio17021979]

Looks great so sorry so we don't have it in Europe😕 But thx for great video👍

[@AustinF516]

Great offering by Genesis! The GV70 sport will be the one im interested in!

[@jsfbay1]

Me too. GV70 performance should be impressive with the 3.5L TT V6. Apparently the GV80 performance numbers aren't that great :-(

[@AustinF516]

@@jsfbay1 if I can into a GV70 sport for under 55K and it can get to 60 in under 5 seconds, thats a good buy based on percived quality on early videos.

[@apexconnexion]

@@AustinF516 I know this post was a month ago, but if you're interested in at least tinkering in the options that MAY come to North America, you can configure the 2021 GV70 on the Hyundai korean website IN ENGLISH and see - potentially - what the NA GV70 Sport 3.5T would look like with your preferences. I fell in love with so many things about the Genesis GV70 and it's not landing until late summer. Using a currency configurator, my GV70 came in over $60k but that's competing with my potential X3 M40i build and so it is less of a heartbreak. The difference will undoubtedly be the future leasing incentives, which BMW will always eclipse competitors. Aside from the G70, these Genesis cars lease terribly. I am considering purchasing the GV70 instead because I do believe in the value, overall reliability (plus better warranty) and then if needed to sell off at Year 3, it would not be an astronomical loss.

[@AustinF516]

@@apexconnexion great insight. I will definitely check that out!

[@Avery.and.Todd.]

You guys do a fantastic job with the reviews - I really appreciate the matter-of-fact points of view (eg why you shouldn't get the FWD version of the new Turbo Sorento). I also really appreciate the construction/underbody viewpoint - stamped steel vs. aluminum, etc. This really starts to speak to the differences between say a GV80 and a Telluride and why you're paying the difference. I'd love to see more of this - for example, why an eLSD is important, potentially worth the money, what type we are really getting (eg electronically-controlled manual) and what that means. As you well know marketing really spins this type of stuff. Keep up the great work - well worth subscribing!

[@Dowlphin]

A-level reviewer, thus 440K subscribers. It is like music to the ear, regardless of piano gloss or not, and not just during the end screen segment.

[@MarkRVillano]

What I would point to in any discussion about the GV80 and a comparably equipped BMW X5 is the stellar reliability of Hyundai / Genesis, their ten year warranty, and the absolute *hosing* you will get every time you need to have virtually *anything* done on your BMW. (I'm surprised BMW hasn't started charging for putting air in the tires) Cost of ownership is a huge differential, and coupled with the fact that BMW has not been known for their bullet proof reliability of late, I think that there is a compelling argument to be made for the $10,000 cheaper Genesis. Especially when you take into consideration the fact that the value of both vehicles will plummet like rocks tossed from an airplane the minute you drive them off the lot.

[@JustaPersonTryinToHuman365]

The 10 year warranty can be misleading, it only comes with the top level trim, otherwise It's a $3,500 option on all the lower trims. Tho i was able to get the 10yr warranty on my 2020 kia Sorento Sv6 for 500 bucks

[@michaelragusa3520]

Your right for most of it but Hyundai and so on have been having transmission issues for long term, also that 10,000 dollar difference isn’t enough for the badge of a German brand

[@byronnasem4110]

@@JustaPersonTryinToHuman365 That’s false, all genesis models regardless of trim have the 10 year 100,000 mile power train warranty my guy

[@gs98999]

Isn’t maintenance covered on New BMWs for 3-4 years. This essentially covers most leases. Doesn’t matter that there is $10,000 delta in msrp when you go to lease and monthly payment is the same due to BMWs superior residuals. This is how most people shop for their X5s. You will find hardly anyone getting into a new BMW that’s planning to keep it 10 years.

[@JustaPersonTryinToHuman365]

@@byronnasem4110it must be incentive to buy their new luxury product, cuz I went to both Hyundai and Kia and the 10 year warranty only came with the top trim And like I said, I bought a 2020 kia, I had to pay 500 bucks when they were asking 3,500 for the optional 10yr warranty

[@FSX239]

A seriously balanced review. Makes the suv look compelling for consideration and a test drive.

[@migy5031]

Another informative and well-produced review from Savage Geese! Personally I find it difficult to predict the mindset of buyers with different priorities and budgets, so I think it would be interesting to incorporate opinions of prospective buyers. Just my .02. ✌️

[@tadeuszlufik]

love the intros. enjoyable watching

[@Briguy288]

When you mentioned the hospital beds shifting your position every so often, that's how I know you were a nurse in your past life.

[@noelsilva8887]

About the MDX I would wait till to see the 2022 coming out in February? What I like is the look and style and that it different and not a lot of people are going to have it like the germans or Asian.

[@baronarmenian5019]

Excellent comprehensive discussions

[@TruckingShooter]

I'll never own one of these cars, hardly interested in it, but yet I've watched this video several times just because it's so pleasant to watch and the camera work is amazing.

[@JPRC]

At this price point they are no longer in the value game but the lack of dealer service to the likes of Lexus or Audi. They would have to provide much bigger market incentive to penetrate into the segment.

[@johnnybravo5044]

Deep incentives.

[@cy1591]

Agree. So they are gonna make their own "Genesis" Dealership from this year. Hope, it works well

[@BeyondLumination]

The dealership experience is a sh*tshow. It’s so bad that I question my purchase of a Genesis.

[@bradleyscarreviews]

How do you know about the experience. Bet you haven’t even had a Kia/Hyundai, and they are having legal issues with starting their own dealership network.

[@ARentz07]

Well, you don't drive a dealership; you drive a car. Hopefully the car part of the experience has been good?

[@prabhjotbrar4524]

They didn't give you discount or what

[@adamb3129]

@@bradleyscarreviews they said they bought a Genesis though

[@omgitsme435]

@@bradleyscarreviews ????????? You walk into a Hyundai dealer. They give you a shitty experience. It's common knowledge they have garbage dealers. Why is this so hard for you to believe.

[@2004cyrus]

Love the taste of whoever selects the piano music!

[@dannyrunny]

Great video as usual Goose!!

[@bassandtrebleclef]

We're leasing a GLC and want something a half size bigger next time. This is really appealing, especially in the 4 cylinder 50k form.

[@bradleyscarreviews]

Yup

[@johnlee5307]

i have a 2016 AMG GLC 43 that I don't like for it's harsh ride and the infotainment system and I've been thinking about eventually upgrading to a more luxury oriented SUV for my wife, which will be our long distance cruiser as well. I've had X5s, MLs and MDX in the past and I think this checks all the boxes. Only thing is the dealership experience but the value and features might just be enough to win me over.

[@bradleyscarreviews]

@@johnlee5307 I think you should get her this!

[@JamesOrtonVideo]

the napkin origami is savagely metaphoric. Great review, if they took a bit more of there resources to weight balance, I think they'd have a case for the competition, its a good looking design.

[@SupraNaturalTT]

The G80 Sport is such a good car I have driven it quite a bit and it really moves with that low end torque. People who power chip these or the Stingers and now the GV80 are really waking up a beast😁👍. Solid review you guy's did

[@ClawsNGloves]

This vehicle looks very appealing. Thanks for your work btw.

[@gregwiens35]

Savagegeese, another top-notch review, with valuable information we don't see elsewhere. For example, how they're able to keep costs down by manufacturing in house (for those snobs that think they just make things "cheaper quality"). Is it perfect? No. But even your snot rag origami camel at19:12 likes to go along for the ride :)

[@ScarletKnightmare]

Ring in the new year with the 🦆! God bless you and your families, stay well.

[@benwith1n528]

Love that you mooned the 360 cam...

[@bryanduncan6255]

Mark, Love the new Genesis GV80 and your review, most everyone gives it great reviews. I know you'll be reviewing the new Acura MDX, we'd all love to see how these 2 match up. TIA

[@rondail5675]

Excellent Luxury SUV!! The GV80 is the smart buy and the reliable vehicle.

[@bradleyscarreviews]

Yep

[@pnourani]

Why would anyone buy this over an rx350 though. Rx is the better car for about the same price.

[@bradleyscarreviews]

@@pnourani the RX definitely isn’t the better car. Doesn’t have as much luxury, not nearly as much tech, and not as much power by any means, and the genesis gv80 engine is dual and port injection which will make is just as reliable as the RX.

[@wagrj5738]

@@pnourani rx is based on the 2013 highlander, although I don't think it is a bad thing. But its just short of luxury interior/while have zero sportiness and off road capability, being an almost $60000 vehicle and people who is willing to spend over 60000 on a car just would not care too much about reliability. I think a gx is a better comparison to this genesis because at least gx has its unique personality, while rx is just a blank piece of paper when comes to persona

[@pnourani]

@@wagrj5738 I agree that Lexus has disappointed me a lot. Too heavily focused on ride comfort than driving dynamics and now no 4 door sports sedan outside of IS. I'd love to see more wagon options in the US from manufacturers.

[@2605155]

14:26 Just point out to the car shopper that, in 5 years the Genesis wont hit you with a $5000.00 bill for something that shouldn't break in the first place. Everyday after you purchase a BMW it gets more expensive. Not so in a Genesis. Note to the rich: Just because you *can* afford some high repair bill, doesn't mean you *want* to.

[@BlackObs]

Color me skeptical. We've had 2012, 2014, and 2016 Hyundais or Kias in various parts of our family. Each model was touted as when "Hyundai/Kia has definitely put their reliability problems behind them", and yet all 3 have averaged 3 unscheduled service visits (i.e. something is broken) a year since new, which is more than any of our Toyotas or Mazdas (or even, God help me, the one Ford) have had in *5* years, despite all being maintained per manufacturer guidance. And that despite said scheduled service being notably more expensive (because it's more frequent) than the Japanese brands. Maybe 2020 was the year Hyundai/Kia ACTUALLY turned the corner on reliability, but at this point I'm going to need to see 5 solid years of data via Consumer Reports or a similar service before they get another chance.

[@stonedemokid117]

Hey Mr. Geese, would love if you could incorporate some kind of driving dB ratings to help give a better sense of NVH. Keep up the great work!

[@BLR1GBattlemaster]

Finally saw one out in the wild a couple of weeks ago, and I gotta say, even though I wasn't a fan of the looks before, in real life, it looks awesome. Head turner for sure. Nothing like it on the roads.

[@johnnyk6906]

this is probably the best "$ for $" in 2021. for $70k for top trim, it has more features than a GLE450 costing $80+k. If KIA Telluride after two years on the market still sells with ridiculous dealer market up close to $70k, Genesis GV80 is a homerun.

[@wagrj5738]

$70k you can get k900 or almost 2 tellurides

[@skipfowler2757]

Know what the KIA dealers call the Telluride? A "Sell Your Ride"... A typical dealer supply only lasts 10 days.

[@bgrand37]

I agree with the reviewers, it’s a fantastic suv for $50-60k, but the subpar dealership and ownership experience, not to mention the lack of heritage and brand awareness, prohibits it from selling at the $70k price point no matter the features and options. Genesis has to crawl before it can walk.

[@bls8989]

Local dealer adds $2500+ markup. That is a total turn off. I won’t even open the door when I see that on the sticker.

[@TheDeathTrap240SX]

I remember seeing one of these on the street when I was stationed in South Korea last year and I had to do a double take because I had no idea what it was and it’s a unique looking vehicle in a good way.

[@GadgetyMV]

I usually don't care for SUVs, and I'm not in the market for one, but this is one of the best looking ones currently on sale, to my eyes. Thanks for showing the sound system data as well, looks pretty good, too. A differentiator on your channel, for sure. Just wish you'd done the same for the C8 Corvette.

[@steve8032]

First Goosing of the year baby!

[@MarkRVillano]

I'm no engineer, but I don't feel that the use of stamped steel on many of the GV80's suspension parts is due strictly to cost cutting. With more of an off-road mission, I think they were going for more strength and durability, much in the same way that Toyota has stuck with their steel understructure on the Land Cruiser. If I were buying something like this and planned on keeping it for at least ten years, I think I'd prefer the steel.

[@stevee8318]

No one is going to take a luxury crossover offroad

[@MarkRVillano]

@@stevee8318 I agree, but they build and sell them partially based upon their ability to go there if need be. And while you don't see it every day, there are people who absolutely flog their Land Cruisers and Range Rovers, both of which are rather pricey.

[@millenniumzeek]

Look at the baddest off road trucks, Raptor, G-wagon, TRX. They have forged aluminum control arms. Hyundai was cost cutting

[@TheGreektrojan]

Hyundai/Kia/Genesis are the kings of cost cutting where 99% of consumers don't know/care and pumping them into where they do, which is why those brands are always so competitive from a feature/price cost ratio. They aren't shitboxes that fall apart mind you, but that is why they seem so much more competitive to the Japanese/German competitors in their respective brackets.

[@MarkRVillano]

@@TheGreektrojan I've been driving the same 2007 Hyundai Sonata Limited that I purchased new for over thirteen years now, and it's been absolutely bullet-proof.

[@pds4184]

My first time here, I like the "good cop, Bad cop" approach. I also enjoyed the undercarriage review. Thank you. Thumbs up!

[@caferacer9768]

I came up behind one of these for the first time today my first assumption was a Porsche Cayenne until l looked closer....impressive looking vehicle. This review would put it on my shopping list if l were shopping.

[@basithph8958]

Yes finally the Genesis GV80! This has to be one of the best if not the best SUV on the market!

[@chocolatewheelchair]

People who wind up getting this vehicle are most definitely educated car shoppers who do a lot of research. A lot of people settle. This brand doesn’t really compromise unless you’re very into the brand name itself which most people don’t even know exists.

[@bradleyscarreviews]

Plus the engine of this gv80 is dual injection!

[@sojourner3300]

I cant be any more satisfied with our purchase. I got the v6 AWD drivetrain for my wife. Ride quality is gloriously magnificent, does not lose to any other luxury brands in this category, feels as if I am riding through clouds instead of hard asphalt road. Inside cabin is simple and yet refined and elegant - I much prefer this over some other makers' cluttered panels. Lastly, I notice many people doing double takes of this car. I am mightily pleased with the design - those on the design team (interior as well as exterior), along with the chassis and drivetrain team definitely nailed this one. I am also looking to purchase gv70 for myself as I prefer smaller vehicle when it comes out.

[@angeljastacioechevarria2025]

I saw one today driving behind me, it looks beautiful.

[@anAmishGuy]

I could not possibly be less interested in this vehicle, but I'll watch the whole video plus ads because its savagegeese.

[@bradleyscarreviews]

Why aren’t you interested? Because it’s a Korean vehicle?!!!! Badge snobs 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@anAmishGuy]

@@bradleyscarreviews No, because it's a luxury SUV.

[@bradleyscarreviews]

@@anAmishGuy ok.

[@Marcus_972]

I’m drinking every time I see something premium.

[@Dowlphin]

Premium vodka would be your death.

[@masterchief9005]

I look forward to your review on the GV70 Sport, my local dealership said he doesnt think it will be in until Christmas. I hope its sooner as I'm really leaning towards buying it.

[@DJzSith]

9:56 Love how the robot squirts the adhesive onto its own head there :))