2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe 3.5T E-SC Prestige Black: Kirkland Buyers Guide
Quick Answer: The 2026 GV80 Coupe 3.5T E-SC Prestige Black
Prestige Black is the top trim of the 2026 GV80 Coupe, at $89,400 MSRP before the $1,495 destination charge. It uses the same 409-horsepower, 405 lb-ft electric-supercharged V6 as the 3.5T E-SC, so the step up is about materials and looks rather than speed. Exterior color is limited to black or white, the badging and trim are blacked out, the Nappa leather seats are uniquely quilted, and the interior trim is open-pore ash wood. Genesis lists it as a limited-availability trim, with all-wheel drive and an 8-speed automatic as on every Coupe, and an EPA rating of 17 city, 22 highway and 19 combined mpg.
A deliberately dark take on the Coupe
Most luxury trims chase more equipment. Prestige Black goes the other way and edits. By limiting the paint to black or white, Genesis lets the car's proportions do the work: the long hood, the drop of the roofline, the crest grille and the available Coupe-only 22-inch dark gray matte wheels all read cleaner when nothing else is competing for attention. Badging and trim are blacked out here, which gives the whole car a single, tailored look. If you've ever liked a car in photos and then found the color options diluted it in person, this is the trim designed to avoid that.
Inside: quilting, ash wood and quiet
The cabin is where Prestige Black earns its name. The Nappa leather seats get a distinctive quilted pattern, and the interior trim is open-pore ash wood, a finish that lets you feel the grain rather than a glossy coating. Around that you still have the 27-inch OLED display, the heated D-cut steering wheel, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and the Bang & Olufsen audio with 18 speakers and 1,400 watts. It's a dark, calm space, and if you like the idea of a driving cabin that feels more like a lounge than a cockpit, this is the version to sit in.
Same engine as the E-SC, and that's a good thing
It helps to be clear about what you're paying for. Under the hood is the same twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 with the 48-volt electric supercharger, rated at 409 horsepower and 405 lb-ft, and the same eight-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. Sport+ Mode and Terrain Mode Select (Snow, Mud and Sand) are there too. The $1,750 MSRP difference between the E-SC and Prestige Black pays for the black-and-white palette, the blacked-out detailing, the quilted leather and the ash wood, not for extra performance. For many shoppers that's exactly the point: you get the stronger powertrain and a visibly more special car in one step.
Because it's limited, call ahead
Genesis lists Prestige Black as a limited-availability trim, so it's smart to check what the store has before you drive over. Genesis of Kirkland is at 11930 124th Ave NE, and you can call (425) 517-8800 or browse new inventory. One reviewer summed up the atmosphere this way. Barb V. (8/2026) wrote: “Wow talk about being pampered and the red carpet treatment. I must say the highlight of it all was my salesman. Vadim went the extra mile and was zero pressure.” You can find Vadim Zemlyanoy and the rest of the sales team on the dealership's staff page.
When you're ready to talk numbers, the pricing and leasing guide covers Washington sales tax in Kirkland. To compare with the rest of the lineup, read the 3.5T and 3.5T E-SC guides, or return to the overview.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe Prestige Black?
The 3.5T E-SC Prestige Black has an MSRP of $89,400, excluding the $1,495 destination charge, taxes and fees. It's the highest-priced trim in the 2026 GV80 Coupe lineup.
What colors does the GV80 Coupe Prestige Black come in?
Exterior color is limited to black or white on this trim, with blacked-out badging and trim, a quilted Nappa leather interior and open-pore ash wood. Ask the team which color is available on the lot.
Is the Prestige Black faster than the E-SC?
No. It uses the same 409-horsepower, 405 lb-ft electric-supercharged V6 as the 3.5T E-SC, so the difference between the two is styling and interior materials, not performance.
Is the GV80 Coupe Prestige Black a limited-edition trim?
Genesis describes it as a limited-availability trim, which is why it's worth calling the dealership to confirm what's in stock before you visit.
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, color availability and trim 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.
