The Genesis GV80 was introduced into Genesis’s lineup as a mid-size luxury crossover SUV in 2002 and remains available through today. The GV80 is known for its unique styling and for having the features consumers expect from SUVs, including towing. But what is the towing capacity of a Genesis GV80?
The Genesis GV80 has a towing capacity of 6,000 pounds across all model years, trim levels, and configurations.
There’s a bit more to know about Genesis GV80 towing capabilities which we’ll cover in today’s guide.
2023 Genesis GV80 Towing Capacity
The 2023 Genesis GV80 can tow 6,000 across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2023 Genesis GV80 can tow.
| Genesis GV80 Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| Base | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
| Advanced | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
| Prestige | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
| Prestige Matte | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
| Prestige Matte Plus | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
| Advanced Plus | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
Genesis GV80 Hybrid Towing Capacity
The Genesis GV80 Hybrid can tow 2,000 lbs.
The Genesis GV80 Plug-In Hybrid can tow 2,000 lbs.
You can also read our guide on what makes a vehicle towing capacity to learn all the aspects that go into it.
Here’s a video showing the Genesis GV80in a long-term ownership review:
Genesis GV80 Braked Vs. Unbraked Towing Capacity
All vehicles have different towing capacities based on whether or not you’re towing a trailer that has trailer brakes installed.
Trailer brakes allow the trailer to stop faster than if only the vehicle is using its brakes, allowing the vehicle to tow more weight, so braked towing capacity will always be higher than unbraked towing capacity.
Genesis GV80 Braked Towing Capacity: up to 6,000 lbs.
Genesis GV80 Unbraked Towing Capacity: 1,500 lbs.
Genesis GV80 Towing Capacity Factors
There’s only one factor that affects the Genesis GV80 tow capacity, which is how many people you have in your vehicle during towing.
Number of Passengers
A big factor in calculating your vehicle’s towing capacity is how many passengers you’re carrying, which directly calculates into the vehicle’s GCWR.
This is true of all vehicles, not just the Genesis GV80, so always take into consideration the total load of your passengers and gear in addition to what you’re towing.
Genesis GV80 Tow Package Info
Does The Genesis GV80 Have A Tow Package?
Genesis offers a GV80 towing package which includes the following:
- Class III Hitch Receiver
- 4-Pin Wiring Harness
Can You Install A Trailer Hitch On a Genesis GV80?
If you plan on towing anything with your Genesis GV80, you’ll need a tow hitch and wiring harness.
Depending on what you’re towing, you’re going to need a ball mount (aka a trailer ball hitch) so you can attach items for towing.
Make sure to get the right trailer ball size that matches your hitch and trailer.
Genesis GV80 Tow Hitch
Trailer hitches come in different hitch classes, which are rated for different vehicle sizes and weight limits.
The Genesis GV80 uses a Class 3 hitch.
Here’s a great option for a Genesis GV80 trailer hitch:
- 2 in. Square Receiver Tube Opening
- Rated Up To 6,000 lbs. Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) And Up To 900 lbs. Tongue Weight (TW)
- All Hitches Are Designed For Customers With Trucks, Vans, And Sport Utility Vehicles
- Clean Appearance That Attaches To The Vehicle's Frame And/Or Bumper
- Reese Towpower Trailer Hitch Class IV, 2 in. Receiver, Compatible with Select Genesis GV80
Here’s a great ball mount option so you can hook up different types of trailers for towing with your GV80:
- DEPENDABLE STRENGTH. Rated to tow 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight and 350 pounds tongue weight, this ball hitch offers dependability for your towing setup (weight capacity may change if trailer ball is removed)
- VERSATILE USE. This trailer hitch ball mount comes with a 1-1/4-inch shank to fit virtually any industry-standard 1-1/4-inch receiver. The ball mount has a 3-1/4-inch drop, 2-inch diameter ball, 1/2-inch hitch pin hole and 7-1/4-inch overall length
- READY TO TOW. Hitching up your trailer is easy with this ready-to-use trailer hitch ball mount. It comes with a pre-attached tow ball for ready coupling and a trailer hitch pin to securely mount onto your hitch receiver
- CORROSION-RESISTANT. For long-lasting use, this ball hitch is protected with a durable black powder coat finish, and the trailer ball has a polished chrome plating. These finishes resist damage from rain, dirt, road salt and other corrosive threats
- EASY TO INSTALL. To install the trailer hitch ball mount on your vehicle, simply insert the shank into your vehicle's 1-1/4-inch hitch receiver. The rounded shank makes installation easy
Genesis GV80 Trailer Hitch Installation
Always follow the manufacturer’s directions and use proper safety precautions.
Here’s a great video walkthrough on a Genesis GV80 trailer hitch installation:
Genesis GV80 Trailer Hitch Installation Cost
If you’re considering having a tow hitch added to your GV80, expect to pay between $100 and $200 to have a tow package professionally installed (excluding the cost of the tow hitch and wiring harness).
If you’re handy and looking to save money, you can install the trailer hitch and wiring harness yourself.
Hitch Receiver Vs Rear Step Bumper Towing
Some vehicles allow for bumper towing, which means you can mount a tow hitch ball directly on the bumper instead of installing a tow hitch to the vehicle’s frame.
Can I Bumper Tow With a Genesis GV80?
The Genesis GV80 stock bumper is not rated for bumper towing, so you’ll need to install a frame-mounted hitch like the one we listed earlier in this guide or an aftermarket bumper with a hitch ball on it.
How Do I Know If My Genesis GV80 Has A Tow Package?
You can start by looking under the rear bumper of your GV80 to see if you notice a trailer hitch or trailer ball.
That will give you a good indication of if you have a tow hitch already installed on your GV80.
Another way to research this is by checking the paperwork that came with your vehicle or taking it to a local dealer to see what’s installed.
Make sure to have your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) handy if you call the dealer so they can look up the exact specs and whether or not your vehicle has any towing packages or features installed on it.
2022 Genesis GV80 Towing Capacity
The 2022 Genesis GV80 can tow 6,000 across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2022 Genesis GV80 can tow.
| Genesis GV80 Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2.5T Base | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
| 2.5T Advanced | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
| 2.5T Prestige | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
| 3.5T Base | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
| 3.5T Advanced | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
| 3.5T Prestige | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
2021 Genesis GV80 Towing Capacity
The 2021 Genesis GV80 can tow 6,000 across all trim levels and configurations.
Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2021 Genesis GV80 can tow.
| Genesis GV80 Trim Level | Towing Capacity |
| 2.5T RWD | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
| 2.5T AWD | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
| 2.5T Prestige | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
| 3.5T AWD | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
| 3.5T AWD Advanced Plus | 6,000 lbs / 2,722 kg |
Data Accuracy
We’ve gathered all data represented here from the official Genesis GV80 Owner’s Manuals on Genesis’ website and have checked all data thoroughly for accuracy.
Having said that, we still recommend you refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual yourself before towing with your Genesis GV80.
