Luxe six-seat option added to Genesis GV80 range

GENESIS has updated its GV80 luxury SUV for 2022 with an increase in specification, a refreshed colour palette, as well as a premium six-seat option for all-wheel drive variants. 

The GV80, which is now priced from $92,500 plus on-road costs – $1524 more than in 2021 – is offered in four trim grades, with three engine choices and in two- and all-wheel drive guises. 

Genesis’ luxurious six-seat package adds a pair of Captain’s Chair style seats to the third row for an additional $13,500 and includes power-sliding functionality and an armrest for the second row of seats, as well as a wireless charging pad, cupholders and rear entertainment screen controller.

The Genesis Integrated Controller, as it’s known, operates a pair of 9.2-inch screens set into the front-seat head restraints and adds a unique cabin lighting package as part of the upgrade.

A Luxury Package is also available – the $10,500 extra (offered on all variants) adds 18-way adjustment to the front passenger seat, heated and ventilated second-row seats, powered second- and third-row seats, tri-zone climate control, soft-close doors and quilted Nappa leather upholstery.

“We are delighted to introduce our enhanced luxury SUV flagship, the 2022 GV80,” Genesis Motors Australia country manager Connal Yan said.

“With a new six-seat Luxury Package and a range of upgrades and refinements, 2022 GV80 continues to deliver unparalleled luxury in a compelling SUV package,” he added.

Other highlights of the GV80 include a leather-appointed dashboard pad, real-wood trim garnishes, panoramic sunroof, a 14.5-inch infotainment array with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, a 21-speaker premium audio system, updated navigation system, and Intelligent Speed Limit Assist.

The latter joins an extensive array of standard safety and driver-assistance technologies; the QV80 comes equipped with 10 airbags, adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking (AEB), driver attention warning, lane support systems, rear cross-traffic alert, and safe exit assist.

Engine choices and specifications remain otherwise unchanged. The QV80 line-up comprises turbocharged petrol and diesel units displacing 2.5-, 3.0- and 3.5 litres, all of which are mated with eight-speed automatic transmissions. 

The 2.5-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine is available in rear- and all-wheel drive configurations and produces peak outputs of 224kW and 422Nm. It is topped by a 3.0-litre six-cylinder turbo-diesel and all-wheel drive combination rated to 204kW/588Nm, which itself is bettered by a 3.5-litre V6 twin-turbo-petrol AWD variant developing 279kW/530Nm.

All models now benefit from an enhanced front braking package, which adds 380mm rotors and four-piston calipers to the front axle.

Paint colours for the MY22 Genesis GV80 range include a new Barossa Burgundy hue joining Uyuni White, Saville Silver, Himalayan Grey, Vik Black, Cardiff Green, Adriatic Blue, Matterhorn White, and Brunswick Green. Matte finishes add an additional $2000 to the list price. Five upholstery choices and four interior trim garnish options are available.

As a premium large SUV, the Genesis GV80 rivals models including the Audi Q7 (from $105,100), BMW X5 ($104,400), Lexus RX ($73,013), Mercedes-Benz GLE ($115,780), Porsche Cayenne ($128,100), Range Rover Velar ($89,147), Volkswagen Touareg ($82,990) and Volvo XC90 ($86,990).

All Genesis models are offered with a five-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty, which includes roadside assistance. Complimentary servicing is offered for the first five years or 50,000km for petrol engines and five years or 75,000km for diesel engines.

The 2022 Genesis GV80 is on sale now.

2022 Genesis GV80 pricing*:

*Pricing excludes on-road costs.