2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe: Kirkland Buyers Guide
Quick Answer: The 2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe at a Glance
The 2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe is a five-passenger luxury SUV with a sloping fastback roofline, sold in three all-wheel-drive trims that all pair a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 with an 8-speed automatic. The 3.5T starts at $81,850 MSRP with 375 horsepower, the 3.5T E-SC is $87,650 with a 48-volt electric supercharger and 409 horsepower, and the 3.5T E-SC Prestige Black is $89,400 with the same 409-horsepower engine and a black-or-white-only exterior. Each price is before the $1,495 destination charge. You can see the Coupe in person at Genesis of Kirkland, 11930 124th Ave NE in the Totem Lake area.
Same family as the GV80, with a different personality
People ask about this one constantly, so let's settle it first. The GV80 Coupe is not a trim of the regular GV80. It's its own model, built on the same platform but drawn with a roofline that drops toward the tail, a rear spoiler, slim two-line LED taillights and, if you want them, 22-inch wheels made only for the Coupe (dark gray matte, with black brake calipers). Inside, you get five seats and no third row, and under the hood there's no four-cylinder option, because every Coupe is a V6 with all-wheel drive. If you need seven seats for car-pool duty, the regular GV80 is the better fit. If you mostly drive with one or two passengers and care how the car looks from the curb, the Coupe is the one people stop to look at.
The cabin does most of the talking
Sit in the driver's seat and the first thing you notice is the 27-inch OLED screen, a single wide panel that carries the gauges and the infotainment together, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The steering wheel is a D-cut design with heating, the front seats are wrapped in Nappa leather, and a Bang & Olufsen system with 18 speakers and 1,400 watts is part of the package. A fingerprint reader starts the car and calls up your saved profile, and Valet Mode locks your personal data when someone else parks it. There's also Mood Curator, which pairs lighting, music and fragrance in four preset moods, and you'll either love it or leave it off (it's easy to leave off).
One engine family, two power levels
The base 3.5T uses a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 rated at 375 horsepower and 391 lb-ft of torque. Step up to the E-SC and Genesis adds a 48-volt electric supercharger with mild-hybrid assist, which brings the numbers to 409 horsepower and 405 lb-ft. It's the same block and the same eight-speed automatic, so the difference you'd feel is a little more urgency off the line and Sport+ Mode, which raises the idle, lifts maximum torque and firms up the suspension tuning. EPA ratings are 16 city, 22 highway and 19 combined miles per gallon for the 3.5T, and 17/22/19 for the two E-SC trims, with premium gasoline recommended. Every trim also has an electronic limited-slip differential and Terrain Mode Select with Snow, Mud and Sand settings, which is handy if your weekends involve the drive over Snoqualmie Pass.
Three trims, and what separates them
The three Coupes share their safety suite, which includes Highway Driving Assist 2, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection, and the Blind-Spot View Monitor. What changes from one to the next is the engine and the finishing touches. The 3.5T is the straightforward starting point. The E-SC adds the supercharged powertrain. Prestige Black wraps that same powertrain in a black-or-white exterior, blacked-out badging, quilted Nappa leather and open-pore ash wood. It's a styling and materials step, not a performance one, which is worth knowing before you pick.
GV80 Coupe 3.5T
from $81,850 MSRP
375 hp twin-turbo V6, all-wheel drive, the full OLED cabin and Bang & Olufsen audio. The way into the Coupe.
GV80 Coupe 3.5T E-SC
from $87,650 MSRP
409 hp with a 48-volt electric supercharger and Sport+ Mode.
GV80 Coupe 3.5T E-SC Prestige Black
from $89,400 MSRP
The E-SC powertrain with black-or-white exteriors, quilted Nappa leather and ash wood.
Fitting a Coupe into an Eastside week
A fastback roofline sounds like it should cost you cargo room, and it does a little, but 29.3 cubic feet behind the rear seats (61.1 with them folded) covers a Costco run or a couple of carry-ons without drama. Curb weight is about 5,184 pounds, the wheelbase is 116.3 inches, and the Coupe is rated to tow up to 6,000 pounds, so a small trailer isn't out of the question. All-wheel drive plus Terrain Mode takes the edge off wet pavement from October through spring, which is most of the Kirkland driving year.
Driving one in Kirkland
Genesis of Kirkland is at 11930 124th Ave NE, in the redesigned Totem Lake showroom, a short hop from I-405. If you commute along that corridor, or cross SR 520 toward Seattle, ask for a route that includes both stop-and-go traffic and a stretch of open highway, since the Coupe feels different in each. Sales hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday 9 to 6 and Sunday 11 to 6, and the number is (425) 517-8800. You can look over current stock on the new inventory page before you come in.
The store holds a 4.1-star average across 405 Google reviews, and customers tend to be specific about what the team did. Sarah F. (9/2026) walked in wanting to test drive a car she'd found online: “I was immediately introduced to Dio who was an absolute delight to work with. He answered all my questions while being thoughtful and kind. He was upfront and transparent. I never felt pressured which is something I had not been able to experience before.” Pankaj S. (8/2026) wrote: “We had a great experience working with Elisa at Genesis of Kirkland. She was incredibly helpful, responsive, and patient throughout the entire process.” Everyone on the sales team is listed on the dealership's staff page.
Pricing questions, including how Washington's vehicle sales tax works in Kirkland, are covered in the pricing and leasing guide. If you're wondering about complimentary maintenance, warranty coverage and the dealership's service valet, the service and repair guide has the details.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the Genesis GV80 and the GV80 Coupe?
The GV80 Coupe is a separate model with a sloping fastback roofline, five seats and no third row, and a V6-only lineup, while the regular GV80 is a conventional SUV shape that offers a four-cylinder engine and an optional third row. The Coupe also has its own 22-inch wheel design and its own trim names, so the two models are priced and equipped differently.
How much does the 2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe cost?
MSRP starts at $81,850 for the 3.5T, $87,650 for the 3.5T E-SC and $89,400 for the 3.5T E-SC Prestige Black, with a $1,495 destination charge, taxes and fees added at purchase. Each trim's price and what it includes are broken out in the pricing guide.
Is the 2026 Genesis GV80 Coupe a good car?
It's a strong choice if you want a luxury SUV that feels more like a grand tourer: a twin-turbo V6, standard all-wheel drive, a 27-inch OLED display, Bang & Olufsen audio and a 5-year/60,000-mile new vehicle warranty, backed by 10 years or 100,000 miles on the powertrain. Whether it's the right one for you depends on how many seats you need, and a test drive answers that quickly.
Does the GV80 Coupe have a third row?
No. The Coupe seats five and doesn't offer a third row, which is the biggest practical difference from the regular GV80. If you need seating for six or seven, ask the team to show you the GV80 SUV as well.
How much horsepower does the GV80 Coupe have?
The 3.5T makes 375 horsepower and 391 lb-ft of torque, and the 3.5T E-SC and Prestige Black make 409 horsepower and 405 lb-ft thanks to a 48-volt electric supercharger. The 409-horsepower figure applies to those two trims only, not the base 3.5T.
Is there a newer model year of the GV80 Coupe?
Genesis has introduced a 2027 GV80 Coupe with its own trim names and pricing. This guide covers the 2026 model year only, so when you shop, confirm the model year printed on the window sticker and ask the team to compare a specific vehicle against the newer one.
One more thing before you go
Photos and spec sheets only get you so far with a car that's meant to be looked at. Decide how many seats you need, pick a trim, then book a drive. The team at Genesis of Kirkland will happily put you in the one you've been reading about.
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, and horsepower and torque figures differ by trim; confirm current specifications and pricing with Genesis of Kirkland. Towing capacity depends on equipment. Warranty terms follow Genesis Motor America's published ownership program. Specifications are drawn from manufacturer data and EPA estimates. 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.
