The GV60 incorporates styling elements found in other Genesis models, but it lacks the brand's large trapezoidal grille that stretches between the dual-element headlamps, substituting a slimmer lower grille across the front bumper. Inside, the GV60's cabin looks decidedly premium, with a large monolithic display screen serving as both gauge cluster and infotainment system and a novel crystal sphere shifter that rotates to reveal itself when the SUV is powered up. At launch, buyers can choose from the 314-hp Advanced or 429-hp Performance trims; estimated driving range varies from 235- to 248-miles per charge.
EV Performance
Although three different powertrains will eventually be offered, only the all-wheel-drive arrangements with dual motors will be available at the GV60's launch. The Advanced model makes a combined 314 hp while the Performance trim makes 429 hp; that number can be temporarily increased to 483 horsepower though when the Performance model's Boost driving mode is engaged. With that driving mode in use, we launched the GV60 Performance to 60 mph in just 3.7 seconds. The GV60's road manners are quite refined and its handling is reminiscent of the Porsche Macan. When cruising, the cabin remains whisper quiet but encounter a stretch of winding road and the GV60 offers enough athleticism to entertain the driver and enough sure-footedness to inspire confidence.
Battery Life
All versions come with the same 77.4-kWh battery pack, but according to the EPA the all-wheel drive GV60 Advanced will offer up to 248 miles of driving range while the Performance model carries an estimate of 235. A base rear-wheel drive powertrain is rumored to join the lineup later with a longer driving range. Hooked up to a DC fast charging station, Genesis says the GV60's battery can be charged from 10- to 80-percent capacity in just 18 minutes. On our 75-mph highway fuel economy test route, the GV60 Performance provided an observed driving range of 200 miles.
Price
Advanced $60,385
Performance $69,385
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