The Genesis GV60, a luxury electric crossover twinned with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6, is set for a mid-cycle refresh. The facelifted model, slated for a February 2025 reveal, has been spotted testing on public roads near the Hyundai Motor Europe Technical Center in Russelsheim.
Recent photos have revealed key details about the upcoming GV60. The interior is expected to feature a 27-inch OLED digital instrument cluster and touchscreen infotainment system, similar to the GV80 Coupe.
While this particular prototype isn’t a high-performance version, it does showcase orange stitching on the steering wheel and a boost function button, a nod to the Ioniq 5 N’s N Grin Boost feature.
A high-performance GV60 Magma version is also in the works, with Genesis confirming its series production back in July 2024. This model is expected to debut in the second half of 2025 and borrow many of the Ioniq 5 N’s performance enhancements.
The camouflaged prototype has been spotted on Michelin tires mounted on bi-tone wheels and features the same front-facing camera and parking sensors found on the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 and 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 6. Slightly redesigned headlights and a different rear bumper with modified reflector lights are also evident.
The visual updates for the 2026 GV60 will make it easily distinguishable from its predecessor. Under the skin, the facelift is expected to introduce a high-voltage battery with a higher capacity. While the 2025 model offers a 77.4 kilowatt-hour battery, the updated version will likely adopt the 84-kWh unit found in the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5.
The GV60, a luxury sibling of the Ioniq 5, offers a limited driving range compared to its Tesla counterpart. Despite utilizing a larger battery pack, the GV60’s performance-oriented nature compromises its efficiency. The pre-facelift model’s dual-motor powertrain delivers a maximum range of 264 miles, while the Performance variant falls short at 235 miles. In contrast, the Tesla Model Y Performance boasts a range of 279 miles.
This disparity in range is particularly noticeable when considering the GV60’s performance-oriented nature. The Performance variant, equipped with a more powerful motor and advanced features, demands more energy to operate. While the GV60’s acceleration and handling are impressive, they come at the cost of range.
As expected, these performance enhancements come at a premium. The GV60’s pricing starts at $52,350 for the Standard RWD and climbs to $69,900 for the Performance AWD. Although the 2025 Ioniq 5’s pricing remains undisclosed, the N model is expected to begin at $66,100.
Given the current market trends and the increasing demand for electric vehicles, it is likely that the GV60’s range and pricing will be further refined in future models. As battery technology continues to advance and manufacturers strive to improve efficiency, we can expect to see improvements in both driving range and affordability for electric vehicles like the GV60.
