Genesis has previewed its BMW X6 and Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe rival.
, and late on Tuesday the automaker previewed just such a design with the GV80 Coupe concept.
Genesis' design team, led by Luc Donckerwolke, chief creative officer of Genesis' Hyundai Motor Group parent, hasn't simply taken a GV80 and added a coupe roof. Instead, there are multiple details beyond the roof that help to distinguish the GV80 Coupe concept from the regular GV80. unveiled in New York a year ago, and highlights the more performance-oriented traits of the brand's Athletic Elegance design language.The concept's underpinnings are shared with the regular GV80. Genesis didn't mention any powertrain specs, but the GV80 is currently offered with either a 2.5-liter turbo-4 rated at 300 hp or a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 rated at 375 hp. It's possible only the V-6 will be offered in any GV80 Coupe, given the performance angle.