Is the 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe a BETTER new luxury sport SUV than a BMW X6?

[@12point131]

Hyundai has really come a long way in the past few decades, they have really closed the gap in quality vs. European manufacturers. Great review as always J&L!

[@reese85]

This is a Hyundai brand?

[@goldiilockzz7556]

@@reese85It’s Hyundai’s luxury department. Like Honda/Acura and Toyota/Lexus.

[@reese85]

@goldiilockzz7556 I never knew that, thanks

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting us bring it to you!

[@joec.5009]

quality? Koreans have surpassed europeans in quality.

[@jamestalbert4521]

My 2021 AMG 63 is being lemon lawed. Went to the dealership to look at this new Coupe and it's almost identical to the Mercedes. The interior and the stitching and the headliner matches identical to the German vehicle . I will be getting one

[@Kevin-o5v]

Genesis styling is just ridiculously good across the vehicle line up. This particular color combo is sumptuous.

[@RickMentore]

That history lesson about the Bering Straits was most riveting ! "Have car will travel," thanks for traveling the world over to bring the most compressive, entertaining reviews!

[@RaitisRides]

That really means something much!

[@dsw.808]

Genesis...Well-freakin'-done. Those orange seatbelts with the navy interior just pops. It's so nice!

[@RaitisRides]

It is so gorgeous

[@jeffs6090]

Glad this is finally hitting dealerships. I'll be getting one by the end of this year!!

[@kjcr7123]

congrats!

[@suzanneflowers2230]

Joe, Genesis hit this one out of the park. You can take the family on a trip and enjoy the drive at the same time.

[@RaitisRides]

I love the way you think Suzanne

[@MarkedaD]

One of the best reviews/cars I've seen. Great job Guys! Kudos to Lori!

[@claudiapayton5862]

You convinced me!!!! I’m going to get one!!!! I was all set to get a GV70 but after your award-worthy review, I must have the coupe. Quality through and through.

[@adamstrachn]

Genesis is bonkers sexy. Those wheels really work well & that finish is slick & subtle. Excellent review!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Adam for letting me share it with you

[@alcidespina9584]

I have the 2023 GV70 and I'm in love with it. Awesome car. This GV80 Coupe is so stunning. Can't wait to see it in person. Great review, as always!

[@suzanneflowers2230]

It's even uniquely beautiful when you raise the hood. Agree totally with you about the styling.

[@davegriffith6409]

Genesis is killing the game with their interiors, that infotainment system, seats and the carbon fiber is fire

[@markspence3750]

The "VHS Tape" joke was funny as heck!!! OMG....

[@Niles-Guy]

No wireless CarPlay (not at launch) , only one massage seat for driver only , no skyline moonroof …and for the price of a BMW, Benz or Audi is a tough pill 💊 to swallow

[@jeffs6090]

Option any of those to have what this has, you'll pay $10-20k more. Plus, those don't have ventilated rear seats or a digital rear view mirror.

[@Tbcycoji]

hyundai / kia gives buyers a bunch of quirks and features so they can buy it.

[@yadda10akataxpayinvoter]

they've come a LONG way since their start.. but any of the brands mentioned above?..imo.. no.. but they close..should lose those turn signals/markers on the side..thats my only real zonk..

[@cbotten106]

Yeah, they clipped out a couple of things for the U.S. market. That is just pure cost savings. But this GV80 coupe still is competitive on all fronts besides fuel economy. The Europeans are faster too. Carplay is supposed to be "future over air" update.

[@ericschuster5929]

@@jeffs6090 X3M Comp I just bought is indeed missing ventilated rear seats and has a regular rear view mirror but has over 500hp and will shame this in the handling dept. I guess if you want a mirror and a cool butt in the rear, get this. Oh and it was cheaper than this after negotiation.

[@mickeybrumfield764]

Good history lesson. Thanks, Mr. Raiti for the history lesson, and thanks for the great review of the Genesis GV 80 up there in Minnesota.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome! I love to bring it all to you Mickey!

[@eor5254]

Finally someone has the history class right! Good job Joe!

[@ismaeltorres3975]

Joe I'm definitely loving the color and body lines. No rear wiper love it. Makes that rear really pop with a clean no clutter look.😊

[@RaitisRides]

You hit the nail on the head!

[@Chris-ho9pq]

Keep up the wonderful work team Raiti. Very nice review.

[@RaitisRides]

We sure will Chris!

[@eerwig]

Genesis lighting is BOLD

[@RaitisRides]

You better believe it

[@chadwolf8779]

Welcome to Minnesota! Great review as always, Joe. I hope you enjoyed your visit!

[@darthmalice410]

My lord Genesis is changing the game this is literally perfect in every regard the price is amazing the performance is amazing the designs are practical and useable without being overboard this is quite literally the next car I’m buying if not this the 3.3L G70 your killing it with these reviews Joe Keep it up ,You’ve sold me !

[@AJ-yf4ks]

As someone who’s buying one …price is really NOT amazing.

[@hskrgrad]

@@AJ-yf4ksI agree. $87k is most certainly not amazing.

[@cbotten106]

I love having ambient lighting coming out of my wazoo. Now that is living!

[@AJ-yf4ks]

😂

[@MiaRKA44]

Like somebody’s needing Doug I love Raiti ride ur my favorite when it comes to car reviews ❤❤❤

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you so much for being so supportive!

[@navyman8314]

Thank you for the video! 👍🎥

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome!

[@serulomedia-h9s]

I will get this car100%,it deserves to live on

[@YoonELEC]

Best looking coupe SUV ever

[@abrahamroberts2040]

I was waiting on your review of this beauty!!

[@johnherrera7551]

This needs to be parked in my garage. Loving it.

[@claudiapayton5862]

Mine too.

[@IamnotJokic]

The shade of blue they used, almost like a light Tiffany blue and the chrome combo makes this look like an iced out car. So gorgeous.

[@RaitisRides]

That is such a great analogy! I am glad that you like this one.

[@tomdrummy4984]

Love it! Love the blue interior. Lori ! 👍👍

[@RaitisRides]

Lori is the best on the biz for sure Tom

[@CarGeek360]

The interior of the GV80 def looks fancier but I still like the X5/X6 more, can’t go wrong with any

[@kromahj]

I want the X5 M550i so bad, but too expensive. I might settle for certified one

[@CarGeek360]

@@kromahj secondhand X5 M50i could be a great choice, go for it

[@suzanneflowers2230]

My pushrod V6 gets 31 mpgs on the highway, so I was surprised this engine only gets about 22.

[@RaitisRides]

I can understand how you feel

[@anthonyboey3210]

The exhaust sounds so anemic. No grunt or rumble to it. For a car that has over 400Hp , the 0-60 time is still only close to 5secs. The culprit is really the weight of the vehicle. When you described the drive system, you mentioned it’s an AWD system , and then you said its rear-wheel drive based… I assume you meant its rear wheel drive biased. For a price of USD90K, I think it would a hard sell for me, I would rather put in the extra 5-10K and the German counterpart.

[@dizzzzy001]

Honestly, the German competitors at that price point 0-60 are sub 3.5. Genesis did a good job but not good enough for that price point.

[@RaitisRides]

Great input Anthony

[@RaitisRides]

@@dizzzzy001it is interesting how it turned out.

[@moktafizaman9077]

I am sure they will introduce a more powerful engine with the GV80 Coupe Magma. Yes, that's a mouthful, but this car is not fully representative of Genesis' capabilities!

[@emplays22]

Kudos to Genesis, they are really making a name for themselves and surely will force competitor brands to not slack off. I like the consistency in design especially with something as simple as putting dark chrome in all places it's present (unlike some brands which would put dark chrome on the grill but shiny chrome on the windows, etc.)

[@deltachuck4488]

You're the man! I've been waiting for a U.S. review with the supercharger and you're the first to come out with it. I have a matte grey on order and your review confirms I've made the right choice. Keep up the great work!

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I can be the one to bring it to you! Thank You for your kind words

[@fenrirslip]

I actually like how Genesis is marketing the GV80 Coupe as the legitimately sportier version of the regular GV80 SUV. The regular GV80 is meant to be more luxurious/smoother due to all the shiny trim pieces whereas the GV80 Coupe can distinguish itself as a different vehicle because it's actually made with some performance in mind since you can get it with the electric supercharger for a total of 409 horsepower, unlike the regular GV80 where it's not an option. There are also other performance features such as a Sport+ drive mode, sportier suspension, and better brakes, not to mention there's the GV80 Magma Coupe that's on the horizon which will hopefully have more performance potential. The X6 and GLE Coupe only exist because they visually look sportier than their non-coupe counterparts, the X5 and GLE SUV, but other than looking different, they're the exact same vehicles. There's nothing else that distinguishes the X6 and GLE Coupe that makes it more performance-oriented than the X5 and normal GLE.

[@RaitisRides]

I really appreciate that fantastic commentary

[@juve7]

Juicy Lucy's all the way...Shout out Lori.🎉.

[@RaitisRides]

Lori is the bomb 💣

[@Vannakyen85]

Just like Mcdonald..."mhmmm, I'm loving it" ty for the review🙏🏼

[@RaitisRides]

Man I love what you did yhere

[@troykalinmontevideo7223]

Just like Burger King. “Have it your way”…comfort, sport, sport+

[@CH-sk2bl]

I like this driving camera view wayyy better than the old high ceiling! Good review! Looks like they are still taking people customers from them with this new joint!!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for the great feedback!

[@rickygreene8870]

very nice vehicle. Looks fun to drive. I enjoyed the geography lesson.

[@vette-4-life]

About $10K more and you're in a 2025 X5 M60i, which in my humble opinion, is twice the vehicle! ;) Awesome review, per usual!

[@Stew5166]

According to the Alex on Autos channel, this vehicle, although starting prices are higher than the BMW and Mercedes variants, this has way more content, and when the others are so equipped will cost much more. Also, he said that most buyers in this segment will be lease buyers and this GV80 Coupe will lease for less than the other offerings, which should make this a compelling option to consider. If this $87K version can be leased for ..say $5K down and $600/mo .. I will be getting one very soon!

[@vette-4-life]

@@Stew5166 with BMW you just need your phone, no fob. Walk up to the car it unlocks when you get close. Jump in and start it up. Also hands free lane keep. Best thing ever on long trips. If Genesis had those two things and 200 more HP I’d be sold!

[@Stew5166]

@@vette-4-life ... I'm not sure what you are basing your info on, but my '21 Genesis G80 sedan has BOTH of those features you just outlined, so I'm quite sure the '25 GV80 coupe does also.

[@vette-4-life]

@@Stew5166 dealership said I’d have to take my phone out of my pocket and place it on the door handle to unlock. Then I’d have to place it in the charger to start it. What am I missing here?

[@moflexmusicinc.6060]

I have this gut feeling that genesis is saving up big for the magma release of these vehicles …. ( where the carbon fiber , exhaust note and possibly power … will be given some steroids ) and we will see a true marriage of luxury and performance coming from this brand

[@samuelreid603]

If it is...im going all in on that one..

[@gtkona1608]

The windshield on the X6 is small and I felt confined. Also, is was very harsh on bumps even in comfort mode. However, the B58 is amazing.

[@tfab712gm]

Thank you so much Joe! I just got the E Supercharged coupe and didn't know about the extra storage. Thank you!

[@neoax5370]

does it have automatic closing doors when u hit the break pedal?

[@AJ-yf4ks]

No soft close only.standard

[@moktafizaman9077]

It only has soft-closing doors. If you want the feature that you are mentioning, you will need to opt for the Genesis G90.

[@ASAL2022]

I’m in Minnesota too Joe for a vacation 😂😂😂

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow! That’s such a small world!

[@rewantasubba5180]

Thanks Joe, gv80 looks very very luxurious and sporty. Wondering how you feeling driving gv80 0-100 5 seconds vs less than 2 seconds monster you own? 😂

[@RahibulIslam-n6s]

I love the way you do your review brother

[@jordan_ochoa]

Fell in love w this when I saw it at the Car Show at Jacob Javits Center. One day, this will be in my stable.

[@dansmith3592]

I see a bunch of GV80 Coupe reviews dropped over the past two days. But Joe was the first and in my opinion the most detailed and factual review. I have one of these on order, same color in and out. But apparently I can get the Bering Blue with the Vanilla and Smoky Green interior instead. It is going to be a hard decision.

[@AJ-yf4ks]

May I ask where you found this color/combo?

[@dansmith3592]

@@AJ-yf4ks Genesis offers 4 interior colours with Bering Blue. Vanilla and Smoky Green is one of them.

[@AJ-yf4ks]

@@dansmith3592 perhaps I was wrong but Their website only shows 2 interior choices with Bering blue Mono black with grey piping Ultramarine blue with orange piping. This is in the usa.

[@DominionAnako-bb7ry]

Love your car video

[@RaitisRides]

You are the man

[@DominionAnako-bb7ry]

@@RaitisRides Welcome anytime

[@antoniocail5608]

Gorgeous car joe good review 👌

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Antonio for letting me share it with you!

[@conwayleaf9021]

Arguably one of the best looking 2 row SUVs. The sport prototype was stunning.

[@Stew5166]

*ABSOLUTELY!!! .. THE CONCEPT MAGMA GV80 COUPE WOULD PUT THE HEAT ON EVEN THE LAMBORGHINI URUS!*

[@cesaretagliabue7976]

Great Presentation as always but if I may the ergo seat (massage) is only available for the driver seat not the passenger. Currently the only Genesis that offers the passenger massage seat is G90

[@HondaXr650L]

They need to make midnight edition.

[@AJ-yf4ks]

I did!

[@polovicious5286]

You shot your video a few blocks from my house nice!

[@Youcallthesebagels_]

The front grille looks to have a few styling cues of last gen Mercedes cls (2015-2018)

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

Amazing review Joe.

[@dcm703]

90k for a Genesis, I just can’t get there esp since there are really no Genesis service depts - 90k to go to a Hyundai dealer for service? I’d look at a one year old X5 M50i for that price.

[@Stew5166]

Don't know where you stay, but all the Genesis dealers have been consolidated into area "GENESIS"ONLY, specific dealerships here in Arkansas. All the old Hyundai dealers are no longer allowed to sell Genesis. I have a G80 sedan, and went to the new dealership for maintenance and the attention and service of the personnel was most impressive along with the most premium accommodations. 💯

[@joeoleary5346]

@@Stew5166not in Massachusetts. Still decrepit Hyundai dealers and very few who service Genesis. They are way behind on this issue and it’s hurting them.

[@gaziabdullah8016]

Love the creakkalattes 🤣🤣🤣 25:03

[@RaitisRides]

LOL Thanks for letting me share the laughs with you!

[@Digitalknifeparty]

The coupe makes the GV80 look so much better

[@joshblack4982]

A twin e charged engine sounds like a great combo to make ur engine explode

[@CaliSteve169]

Indeed. Reliability will be suspect.

[@rickjames6867]

Gotta give them credit for the attention to detail with the design. It certainly is an exceptional looking vehicle.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right about that brother

[@raj.ghuman]

I have one on order! Been waiting for this

[@RaitisRides]

You are going to love it

[@raj.ghuman]

​@@RaitisRides Thank you for all the reviews! Always helps with making key decisions 🎉

[@AnaHealy-d7p]

Joe your awesome! Love watching your videos and comments! Did not think I was interested in a coupe… definitely am now!

[@aymanlockhartable]

I was really looking forward, Concept!? Would have taken my money.

[@RaitisRides]

I know how you feel!

[@fmint63extraordinaire81]

Doesn't it have a rear window defroster I don't think when heavy snow fall the snow and ice will just roll of the glass? Let me know

[@brentengstrom5406]

That is a good lookin' car! Nice video Joe.

[@Angelbonilla1982]

Gorgeous interior design!! No cheap plastic gloss!, like Mercedes,BMW Audi!!

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right Angel

[@rahimi4762]

And the wood grain has a European luxury look like LV Louis Vuitton and or Goyard Print

[@markspence3750]

I am still trying to figure out what watch you are wearing...

[@haamidwilliams1503]

Don't hate on the fake vent on rear bumper. You pointed at the seats and said you liked it because it was the shape of the front grill. You know you like it.

[@UncleMavericq]

Where can I get that polo shirt Raiti 👍

[@RaitisRides]

Click the link in the description my friend.

[@dominickirkwood]

Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍

[@Joshhauff24]

Welcome to MN! ❤

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you so much! Lori & I can’t wait to come back!

[@Thebuscommunityleader]

Yes of course Joe & I want this vehicle badly.

[@RaitisRides]

Trust me I know how you feel

[@lbnycity89]

The only issue I have with this SUV is that I wish the infotainment system was restructured with the screen is not on top of the dashboard. It’s integrated below in the screen was like 12 to 14 inches basically like Lexus other than that great SUV it’s like a budget friendly Bentley Bentayga

[@morrisf3957]

Always thought a coupe was a 2 door.but has a nice stance.

[@blackdeath1493]

I swear this car is perfect in every way. And yes, its even better then BMW or Mercedes. The engine choice match's the car, beautiful exterior and interior design, isn't missing any features.

[@RaitisRides]

I am glad that you are digging this one

[@hskrgrad]

I suppose perfect means different things to different folks. I thought the concept was perfect. I was ready to throw fists full of money at that thing when I saw it. The production model is nice but it lost its sporty feel IMO. Subtle changes like going with less sporty wheels and all that extra chrome may not have meant much to the company execs but they make a difference in the character of the car. I also don’t care for all that chrome, even if it is “dark chrome”….its not dark enough in my view. The interior is lights out though. Only thing I would have done different there was integrate the infotainment screen better. I hate this trend to just drop a big slab of screen on the dash and say good enough. They did a lot really well, but to me it lost its “it factor” and aggressive sporty feel somewhere between concept and production. Just another luxury SUV with a sloped roof now. But that’s cool if it’s perfect for you…different strokes for different folks right!

[@DP-jaja]

Hands down the best grill….flava fav approves!!!

[@Michaelchavis-f3u]

Joe I don’t see the massaging seat on the passenger side

[@anthonyferrara2222]

Hopefully you can do a review on a 2025 BMW 240xi coupe soon.

[@RaitisRides]

Stay tuned, because I will be bringing it.

[@anthonyferrara2222]

@@RaitisRides Thanks

[@ryans7097]

Genesis designs are really starting to grow on me. This car looks really nice

[@FocusFactor2003]

GV 80 looks good, may consider buying... Yes is better than BMW X6 AND Mercedes-Benz SUV.

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that you think so

[@CaliSteve169]

How so?

[@alanklaus7774]

Thoughtfully designed. Joe, I know Minnesota didn't build those roads for you to have fun on. So different from the German cars but definitely in the ball game.

[@RaitisRides]

Great input Alan! Thanks for taking the drive with me!

[@DM-xt3rl]

I mean it’s a good looking vehicle and considering how wacky some of the styling from BMW has been this could be a good option. That said I just don’t think you can plunge into the market with these prices. I don’t think we’ve ever seen any Asian Car Marker with such an extensive line up with so many expensive vehicles. Genesis may one day compete on the level of the Germans but it seems it would have been wiser to start as a value option to the Germans rather than putting pricing at or exceeding the Germans.

[@RaitisRides]

This is so very true

[@moktafizaman9077]

I am sure they will introduce a more powerful engine with the GV80 Coupe Magma. Yes, that's a mouthful, but this car is not fully representative of Genesis' capabilities!

[@PhillipSempier]

Love the car and your reporting. However there is one zonk pertaining to the passenger seat, no massage feature. I have the same problem with my GV70. The ERGO seat is offered in other markets, but not in the US yet. I talked to Genesis in California and they said it was offered, WRONG. Enjoy your work, PJS

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you Philip for letting me share it with you! I think you bring up a very good point!

[@clipzbyj589]

now we need the G80 coupe

[@youngdenzelshow]

Thanks for the history lesson. I'm loving the GV80 COUPE 👍

[@bennettc419]

I dont dislike it... I generally love Genesis but man I feel like there are better options at 87k. There are certainly options that do everything shown here, but for cheaper.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for your thoughts on this one!

[@DP-jaja]

That sounds so good!!!

[@josiahschaffer9652]

That exhaust sounds real cute.

[@cbotten106]

I'm sure that was the target of the engineering team: Cute, real cute.

[@josiahschaffer9652]

@@cbotten106 well I guarantee it wasn’t ferocious, and mean.

[@eerwig]

I get the feeling Joe that Genesis’ design ethos corresponds to what you like

[@RaitisRides]

It’s looking good for sure

[@QueenG706]

Love ❤️ this GV80 great review…..Half the price of the BMW x6m comp.

[@nicfeen7789]

Love the content 🎉

[@karldef892]

Nice car but wouldnt consider it fkr the price...should be 50k max

[@shanebrief192]

same with the stinger, why all the fake side vent stick ons??

[@RaitisRides]

This doesn’t have fake vents

[@Stew5166]

This doesn't have fake side vents, but if it did, .. like the Stinger ... it would be because it looks so good! Who the hell cares if air actually passes through the fake vents?, .. . The beauty of it is what will capture all the eyes!

[@mystictk4149]

Love it!! I also love the X6 by BMW.

[@RaitisRides]

You have great taste!

[@JMilMovies]

I like Genesis design, but I am zonking all of the gloss black capacitive controls in the center stack. That is finger print city and capacitive buttons are not as easy to use while driving as standard buttons.

[@gabead]

I’m not a big fan of the screens. Not because they are screens but feel like they could have made them curved or extended the dash over the screen to make it flow better. Otherwise looks great.

[@Gman2002]

As a 2014 Gen Coupe owner - They need to throw that engine in the next Genesis Coupe with a small electric engine and I will gladly trade in my 14 Gen coupe.

[@RaitisRides]

That would be a very nice setup for sure!