Head-to-head
Genesis GV60 vs Genesis G80 EV
At $88,300 the Genesis GV60 undercuts the Genesis G80 EV by $52,000 (37%) — but does the premium deliver enough of an edge to justify itself? Here's how the two compare on price, range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
Genesis GV60
Genesis's premium electric SUV — shares E-GMP 800V platform with Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 but with luxury finish and Hyundai Motor Group's most ambitious cabin design.
- From
- $88,300
- Range
- 561 km
- Battery
- 84 kWh
Option B · Sedan
Genesis G80 EV
Genesis's electric luxury sedan — same body as the petrol G80 but with a dedicated EV powertrain. 87.2 kWh battery, 800V architecture, and Genesis's flagship cabin tech.
- From
- $140,300
- Range
- 520 km
- Battery
- 87.2 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Genesis GV60 and Genesis G80 EV, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
DC charging · advantage Genesis GV60
The Genesis GV60 accepts 110 kW more DC peak charging (350 vs 240 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 2
Range · advantage Genesis GV60
The Genesis GV60 goes 41 km further on a charge (561 vs 520 km WLTP).
- 3
Price · advantage Genesis GV60
The Genesis GV60 undercuts the Genesis G80 EV by $52,000 (37%) on starting price.
- 4
Power · advantage Genesis G80 EV
The Genesis G80 EV puts down 104 kW more (272 vs 168 kW).
- 5
Boot · advantage Genesis GV60
The Genesis GV60 swallows 130 L more cargo with the rear seats up (480 vs 350 L).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Genesis GV60 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $52,000
- ▸ 41 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (350 kW vs 240 kW)
Where the Genesis G80 EV wins
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (4.9s vs 5.5s)
Genesis GV60
What we like
- ✓ 350 kW DC charging via 800V E-GMP architecture
- ✓ Long 10-year battery warranty
- ✓ Distinctive Genesis design language
What we don't
- ✕ Genesis dealer network limited in Australia
- ✕ Range trails some newer rivals at this price
- ✕ Boot smaller than EV6's despite premium positioning
Genesis G80 EV
What we like
- ✓ Flagship luxury cabin and refinement
- ✓ 240 kW DC charging via 800V architecture
- ✓ 10-year battery warranty
What we don't
- ✕ Range modest for the price (520 km WLTP)
- ✕ Boot smaller than Ioniq 6 (battery placement)
- ✕ Genesis service network limited
Frequently asked: Genesis GV60 vs Genesis G80 EV
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Genesis GV60 or the Genesis G80 EV?
- The Genesis GV60 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $88,300 versus $140,300 for the Genesis G80 EV, a $52,000 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Genesis GV60 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 561 km, 41 km further than the Genesis G80 EV's 520 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Genesis GV60 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 350 kW versus 240 kW for the Genesis G80 EV. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The Genesis G80 EV does 0–100 km/h in 4.9 seconds — 0.6 s quicker than the Genesis GV60's 5.5 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Is the Genesis GV60 better value than the Genesis G80 EV?
- On paper the Genesis GV60 is $52,000 cheaper AND beats the Genesis G80 EV on most of the headline specs we measure — meaning by spec-sheet logic it's the stronger value play. What a spec sheet can't capture: brand prestige, dealer network depth, build feel, software polish, and likely resale.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Genesis GV60
if…
- ✓ you want to save $52,000 on the sticker
- ✓ maximum range matters (41 km further per charge)
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ you regularly load it up (130 L more boot)
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.