Genesis GV80 vs Hyundai Ioniq 9
What's the difference?

Genesis GV80

$119,928 - $141,750

2026 price

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Hyundai Ioniq 9

$119,668 - $124,668

2026 price

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Summary

2026 Genesis GV80

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9

By Marcus Craft

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Engine Type

Twin Turbo V6, 3.5L

Electric motor type

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Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Vehicle type

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Fuel Efficiency

11.9L/100km (combined)

Electric range

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Energy consumption

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Battery capacity

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Seating

Likes

Prestige look and feel
Ride and handling
All-wheel drive

Surprisingly agile drive
Prodigious power
Spacious and luxe interior

Dislikes

Digital rear-view mirror
Driver visibility is constricted
No spare tyre

One flagship trim means flagship pricing
Rear design polarises
Underwhelming warranty

2026 Genesis GV80 Summary

If you want luxury it will cost you. But that’s okay if the product or service you’re buying delivers on the promise or hype.

Posh has a price and even though times are tougher now, economically, and people’s belts are a little tighter, Genesis, Hyundai’s prestige spin-off, has released its GV80 line-up, which is headlined by the GV80 Black SUV and GV80 Black coupe.

These new range-toppers are based on the GV80 Signature 3.5-litre V6 turbo-petrol all-wheel drive and as such are now aimed at setting the gold standard for plush vehicles.

So, does the GV80 Black deliver? Read on.

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2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 Summary

Hyundai is reaching for new heights with the Ioniq 9. And I don't just mean that literally – though it's certainly true that this three-row electric SUV is an absolute giant of a vehicle. I mean because it's also the most expensive car, electric or otherwise, to ever wear the Hyundai badge.

With it, Hyundai steps into premium air – the Volvo EX90 starts at around the same money, as does the Audi Q6 e-tron, albeit with fewer seats.

And because Hyundai has only brought in one flagship variant, the Ioniq 9 is also miles above the cheapest Kia EV9. But will its customers rise with it?

Let's find out.

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Deep dive comparison

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Verdict

I rarely drive luxury vehicles so it doesn’t take much to impress me. However, it’s clear to anyone with half a brain (even me) that the GV80 is a premium ride and in Black guise it’s even better, albeit by increments only and those perceived improvements largely hinge on styling tweaks to the Signature platform on which it’s based.

Does it tick all of the boxes that someone considering this type of vehicle would want ticked? Sure it does and then some. But there’s plenty of stiff competition in the form of other premium AWDs on the market nowadays and even some 4WD wagons that offer similar levels of prestige.

Verdict

The Hyundai Ioniq 9 is a big, comfortable and powerful SUV that ticks lots of boxes. Sadly, though, the electric power that makes it such a treat to drive is probably the same thing that will keep it off plenty of shopping lists. For now, at least.

Note: CarsGuide attended this event as a guest of the manufacturer, with accommodation and meals provided.

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Genesis GV80 vs Hyundai Ioniq 9
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