2026 Genesis GV80 3.5T Advanced: Kirkland Buyers Guide
Quick Answer: 2026 Genesis GV80 3.5T Advanced
The 2026 GV80 3.5T Advanced starts at $75,950 MSRP with all-wheel drive. It replaces the four-cylinder with a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 rated at 375 horsepower and 391 lb-ft of torque, and it adds a head-up display, a massaging driver seat and Electronically Controlled Suspension with Road Preview. EPA estimates are 16 city, 22 highway and 19 combined mpg, and premium gasoline is recommended.
When the V6 enters the picture
Everyone has a different threshold for when a luxury SUV starts to feel quick, and the 3.5T Advanced is the trim that crosses it for many shoppers. The twin-turbo V6 produces 375 horsepower and 391 lb-ft of torque, a jump of 75 horsepower and 80 lb-ft over the 2.5T engines. The practical benefit is not top speed but ease: merging onto I-405 from the NE 124th Street on-ramp, climbing the grades toward Redmond, or passing on a two-lane stretch east of Duvall all require less thought when the engine has headroom.
The 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive carry over, so the GV80 still feels the same in daily use. What changes is the reserve, and the fuel economy trade-off that comes with it: 19 mpg combined versus 21 for the all-wheel-drive 2.5T.
Road Preview suspension and the other upgrades
The feature that sets this trim apart from its four-cylinder neighbors is the Electronically Controlled Suspension with Road Preview, which reads the road ahead and adjusts damping before the wheels reach a bump. Seattle-area roads give that technology plenty of material, from frost heaves in cold snaps to the seams on older bridges. The head-up display keeps speed and navigation prompts in your line of sight, and the massaging driver seat is the kind of feature that sounds like a luxury until the first long drive to the coast.
Choosing between the neighboring trims
At $75,950, this trim sits $2,450 above the 2.5T Prestige and $6,380 below the 3.5T Prestige, which adds Nappa leather, soft-close doors, an electronic limited-slip differential and a digital rearview mirror. Buyers who want the V6 but not the finishing touches often find the Advanced to be the sweet spot. The GV80 overview compares all seven trims if you want to weigh them together.
What a Kirkland buyer said
Shana A. looked at the GV80 over several visits before buying, and she was happy with the road trip that followed: "As for the vehicle itself, we just drove to California and back in it. Couldn't be happier! It was a dream ride." That kind of comfort over long distances is what the V6 and adaptive suspension aim for.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2026 Genesis GV80 3.5T Advanced?
MSRP starts at $75,950, before destination, taxes and fees. The pricing guide explains how to estimate a Kirkland out-the-door price.
How much horsepower does the GV80 3.5T have?
The twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 makes 375 horsepower and 391 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive.
What is Road Preview suspension?
It is part of the Electronically Controlled Suspension, which uses the vehicle's sensors to look ahead at the road surface and adjust damping before the wheels reach a bump.
Is the 3.5T the same engine as the GV80 Coupe's?
No. The GV80 Coupe offers a separate electric-supercharged V6 that is not used in the SUV. Every GV80 SUV trim with the V6, including this one, uses the 375-horsepower twin-turbo engine.
The bottom line
The 3.5T Advanced is the GV80 for drivers who want a stronger engine and a more refined ride without moving all the way up to Nappa leather. To feel the difference, check what is on the lot and ask the team to arrange a drive in both engines.
MSRP figures exclude destination charge, taxes, title, registration and dealer-installed options; the dealer sets the final selling price. Fuel economy and performance figures are manufacturer and EPA estimates and vary with configuration. Equipment and availability can change with production timing, so confirm current specifications and pricing with Genesis of Kirkland. Customer quotes are excerpts from public Google reviews of Genesis of Kirkland.
