2026 Genesis GV80
2.5T AWD AWD
What the 2.5T AWD adds over the 2.5T
The 2.5T AWD adds all-wheel drive, an electronic limited-slip differential, terrain modes for snow, mud, and sand, a panoramic sunroof, 3-zone climate control, and front/rear parking sensors. The trade-off is 133 lbs more curb weight, a higher GVWR, and 1–2 mpg less across city, highway, and combined ratings.
Pick the 2.5T if: You want better fuel economy and don't need AWD or terrain modes. · Pick the 2.5T AWD if: You want AWD, terrain modes, a panoramic sunroof, and 3-zone climate control.
Written from the differences listed below only; no outside facts.
| Spec | 2.5T | 2.5T AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4709 lbs | 4842 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4575 lbs | 4708 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5920 lbs | 6030 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 20 mpg | 19 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 22 mpg | 21 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 26 mpg | 24 mpg |
Standard here, not on the base trim: All Wheel Drive, Electronic Limited Slip Differential, Panoramic Sunroof – Power Tilt-and-Slide with One Touch Open / Close, Panoramic Sunroof – Power Tilt-and-Slide with One Touch Open / Close, Parking Distance Warning (PDW) – Forward/Reverse (2 sensors in front and 2 in rear), Terrain Mode Select – Snow, Mud, Sand, Touch type 3-Zone Climate Control (HVAC)
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 360 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 360 mm |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | Electronic w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 71.7 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 38.7 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 108.7 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Genesis Connected Services |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in |
| Overall height | 67.5 in |
| Overall length | 194.5 in |
| Overall width | 77.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2497 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L 16-Valve DOHC Turbo Inline 4 Cylinder GDI + MPI |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 300 hp |
| Torque | 311 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 19 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 21 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 24 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 91 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 21.1 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40.2 in |
| Second-row headroom | 38.4 in |
| Third-row headroom | 34.3 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.6 in |
| Second-row legroom | 38.7 in |
| Third-row legroom | 30.3 in |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 60.6 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 58.3 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 53.2 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Rack-mounted Motor-driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 39.3 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Multi-link |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link |
Tires
| Tire size | P265/55R19 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.9 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic hybrid |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4842 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4708 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 6030 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
| Wheel material | Aluminum |
| Wheel width | 8.5 in |
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Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety28 std · 0 opt
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist 2 (FCA 2)
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Center Side Airbag (1)
- Driver and Front Passenger Seat-mounted Side-impact (2)
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), and Lane Following Assist 2 (LFA 2)
- Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
- Side Curtain, Roof-mounted (Front + Rear Passengers) (2)
- 2nd Row Side Airbag (2)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) and Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
- Anti-theft System Integrated with Remote Keyless Entry
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Body side Reinforcements
- Brake Assist (included with ESC)
- Driver Knee Airbag (1)
- Electronic Parking Brake w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold
- Electronic Stability Control System (ESC) with Traction Control System (TCS)
- Energy-absorbing Steering Column
- Forward Attention Warning (FAW)
- Front and Rear Crumple Zones & 5-MPH Bumpers
- Haptic – With memory (Integrated Memory System)
- High Beam Assist
- Hood Buckling Creases and Safety Stops
- Parking Distance Warning (PDW) – Forward/Reverse (2 sensors in front and 2 in rear)
- Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Individual Tire Pressure Indicator
Infotainment11 std · 0 opt
- 27" OLED Instrument Cluster & Navigation System
- Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System
- Genesis Connected Services® Telematics System
- HD Radio™
- Infotainment Platform: Connected Car Integrated Cockpit 27" (ccIC-27) with 27" integrated OLED screen, Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay®
- Paddle Shifters
- Premium Audio System – 9 Speakers
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio & Antenna – Shark-fin Style
- Steering Wheel Controls – Audio, Phone, Voice Recognition, Custom Button, Cruise, Lane Following Assist/Lane Keeping Assist
- USB – 2 Front USB Type-C Ports: 1 data/charge + 1 charge only; 2 Rear USB Type-C Ports: charge only
- Wireless Device Charger - Front
Convenience8 std · 0 opt
- Power Hands-free Smart Liftgate w/ Auto Open
- Proximity Key with Push-Button Start
- 12-volt Outlets – 1 Front (center stack compartment) + 1 Cargo Area
- Keys – 2 Proximity Key Fobs
- Power Door Locks – Auto-locking Availability
- Remote Releases – Hood
- Remote Releases – Liftgate
- Power Windows with Auto Down/Up with Pinch Protection
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Touch type 3-Zone Climate Control (HVAC)
Seating8 std · 0 opt
- Heated Front Seats
- Integrated Memory System – Power Driver's Seat, Outside Mirrors, Steering Column, HUD (if equipped)
- 12-way Power Driver Seat including 4-way Power Lumbar
- 40/20/40 Split Folding Rear Seats
- Center Folding Armrest with Dual Cup Holders
- Front Passenger Seat Walk-in Device
- Leatherette Seating Surfaces
- Seating Capacity 5P / 7P
Interior25 std · 0 opt
- Auto-dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
- HomeLink® Integrated Transceiver (located on inside rearview mirror)
- Assist Grips (3)
- Cupholders, Dual – Front Center Console-mounted
- Door Pocket Storage Compartments
- Floor Covering – Premium Cut-pile Carpeting
- Front Center Console – Fixed Armrest Storage Box
- Front Overhead Pin Lights
- Glove Compartment LED Light
- High Gloss Black Trim
- Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
- Leatherette Door Panel Inserts
- Leatherette Wrapped Upper Dashboard
- Locking Glove Compartment
- Power Tilt-and-Telescopic Steering Wheel
- Rear Coat Hangers (2)
- Rear Overhead LED Lights
- Roof Trim – Cloth
- Shift Lever – Rotary Dial Type
- Stainless Steel Door Sill Plates (Front & Rear)
- Illuminated Driver & Front Passenger Vanity Mirrors
- Cargo Area LED Light
- Floor Mats – Carpeted
- Front Overhead Map LED Lights
- Trip Computer (avg. fuel economy, avg. speed, range to empty, trip timer, trip distance)
Exterior19 std · 0 opt
- Panoramic Sunroof – Power Tilt-and-Slide with One Touch Open / Close
- Power-Folding
- Acoustic Laminated Glass (Noise Reducing) – Front Windshield & Front Side Windows
- Auto-Defogging Windshield
- Auto-dimming Side Mirrors
- Chrome Exterior Trim (Grille Insert, Bumper Garnish, Window Trim, Lower Side Rocker, Roof Rail Molding)
- Front Windshield, with Variable Intermittent, Speed Sensitive & Rear Liftgate Glass Wiper
- Full Micro Lens Array (MLA) LED Headlights
- Guilloché Emblem (Finish Type) – Metallic / Black
- Heated with Timer
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- LED Outside Mirror Turn Signal Indicators
- LED Taillights
- Outside Mirror Approach Lights W/ 'GENESIS' Logo
- Rain-Sensing Front Windshield Wipers
- Tinted Glass – Solar Control + Privacy on Rear Side & Rear Glass
- Tire Mobility Kit
- Rear Window Defroster, Electronic with Timer
- LED Center High Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
Powertrain9 std · 0 opt
- All Wheel Drive
- Terrain Mode Select – Snow, Mud, Sand
- 2.5L 16-Valve DOHC Turbo (2,497 cc) Inline 4 Cylinder GDI + MPI
- 8-speed Automatic Transmission
- Active Sound Design (ASD)
- Drive Mode Select – Comfort, Smart, Eco, Sport, Custom
- Electronic Limited Slip Differential
- Idle Stop & Go (ISG)
- Shift-by-Wire
Cargo1 std · 0 opt
- Cargo Cover and Cargo Net
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 GV80. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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