2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe 3.5T E-SC: Kirkland Buyers Guide
Quick Answer: The 2026 GV80 Coupe 3.5T E-SC
The 3.5T E-SC is the middle step of the 2026 GV80 Coupe lineup, at $87,650 MSRP before the $1,495 destination charge. It keeps the twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 and adds a 48-volt electric supercharger with mild-hybrid assist, lifting output to 409 horsepower and 405 lb-ft of torque. It also brings Sport+ Mode, which raises the idle, increases maximum torque and sharpens the suspension tuning. All-wheel drive and the 8-speed automatic are standard, and the EPA rating is 17 city, 22 highway and 19 combined mpg.
What an electric supercharger actually does
Turbochargers need exhaust gas to spin up, so there's always a tiny pause between pressing the pedal and feeling the boost. The E-SC closes that gap. A small electric motor runs a supercharger off the car's 48-volt system and fills in the boost while the turbos catch up, so the V6 responds sooner, particularly at lower revs. It's not a different engine family, either. The block and the eight-speed automatic are the same as in the 3.5T, and the extra hardware is what takes output from 375 to 409 horsepower and torque from 391 to 405 lb-ft. The practical payoff is a smoother, more immediate surge when merging or passing on I-405, rather than just a headline number.
Sport+ Mode and the rest of the E-SC difference
Sport+ Mode is the other piece of this trim. Switch it on and the engine idles a little higher, maximum torque rises, and the suspension tuning goes sportier, which is a fun setting for a winding back road and a harsh one for a bumpy commute (it's a mode, so you choose). Everything else you liked in the base car carries over: the 27-inch OLED display, Nappa leather front seats, D-cut heated steering wheel, Bang & Olufsen audio and the same full list of driver-assistance features. If you were happy with the 3.5T's equipment and just wanted more shove, this is the trim built for you.
E-SC or 3.5T: how to decide
The two trims are $5,800 apart in MSRP, which buys 34 horsepower, 14 lb-ft of torque, Sport+ Mode and the mild-hybrid hardware. A sensible way to choose is to drive both on a route you know. If your usual driving is freeway merges, hills toward Redmond or trips east on I-90, the extra response is easy to feel and worth having. If you mostly crawl through Totem Lake traffic, the 3.5T may be all the car you want. Both are all-wheel drive with Terrain Mode Select (Snow, Mud and Sand), so neither gives up grip on a wet day. The E-SC's EPA rating is a point better in the city, 17 mpg versus 16, and the same on the highway and combined, so the added output doesn't come with a trip to the pump every few days.
Seeing the E-SC in Kirkland
Genesis of Kirkland is at 11930 124th Ave NE. Ask whether an E-SC is on the lot when you call (425) 517-8800, or check new inventory first. Reviewers often credit the sales team for letting them take their time. Reza R. (8/2026) wrote: “Vadim was incredibly honest, responsive, and pressure-free. He genuinely wanted us to find a car that worked for us, encouraging us to test drive every model we had questions about.” Vadim Zemlyanoy appears on the staff page as a Sales & Leasing Consultant who speaks Russian and English.
Prices and tax are on the pricing and leasing guide. To see the neighbors in the lineup, read the 3.5T guide or the Prestige Black guide, or go back to the overview.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe 3.5T E-SC?
The 3.5T E-SC has an MSRP of $87,650, excluding the $1,495 destination charge, taxes and fees. That's $5,800 above the 3.5T and $1,750 below the Prestige Black.
What does E-SC mean on the GV80 Coupe?
E-SC stands for electric supercharger. It's a 48-volt supercharger that works alongside the twin turbochargers and adds mild-hybrid assist, which lifts the V6 to 409 horsepower and 405 lb-ft of torque.
How much horsepower does the GV80 Coupe 3.5T E-SC have?
It makes 409 horsepower and 405 lb-ft of torque, compared with 375 horsepower and 391 lb-ft on the base 3.5T. The Prestige Black trim uses the same engine.
Is the E-SC worth it over the base 3.5T?
If you like quicker response and want Sport+ Mode, yes, and a back-to-back test drive is the best way to find out. Equipment is otherwise very similar, so the decision comes down to how much power you want for the extra $5,800 in MSRP.
MSRP figures exclude the $1,495 destination charge, taxes, title, registration and dealer-installed options. EPA fuel-economy figures are estimates and vary with driving conditions, speed and vehicle condition. Photos show optional features and may not represent a vehicle as equipped. Equipment and availability can change; confirm current specifications and pricing with Genesis of Kirkland. Warranty and complimentary-maintenance terms follow Genesis Motor America's published ownership program. Customer quotes are excerpts from public Google reviews of Genesis of Kirkland, shown with the reviewer's first name and last initial. This guide covers the 2026 model year.
