Those dual-slit headlights work wonders on just about anything.
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Nobody’s truly great at something the first time they try it, but Genesis is working to buck that trend. The 2021 Genesis GV80 is the freshly spawned Korean automaker’s first SUV of its own and, just like the heavily revised G80 before it, this midsize luxury SUV is ready to make its mark in a busy segment — and fast.
Like
- Sharp exterior
- Properly luxurious interior
- Top-notch infotainment graphics
Don’t Like
- Ride could be softer
- Just-OK fuel economy
A stunner, inside and out
The 2021 Genesis GV80 really commands attention. One driver rolled right up next to me on the road and honked the horn of their sedan until I turned my head, at which point I was met with a car full of thumbs up. The GV80’s exterior is unique; in fact, I’d consider it the prettiest ute in the segment. The headlights are like no other and the way the fastback-style roof line carries itself backwards leads to a car that looks like it’s constantly in motion.
The GV80’s interior manages to impress even more than the exterior does. This lovely design is part and parcel with