2026 Genesis GV80 towing capacity
Max tow rating
6,000lb
- 2.5T RWD, 2.5L.
- Base trim: 6,000 lb.
- Top 30% of 147 SUVs (2026).
Trailer check
Yes. 4,800 lb is within 80% of the rating.
- Tow rating
- 6,000 lb
- 80% rule
- Up to 4,800 lb
- Margin
- 1,200 lb (20%)
- Hitch class needed
- III, up to 8,000 lb
- Share of curb weight
- 102% of 4,709 lb
Over the 85% curb weight guideline.
Expect 20-40% lower mpg when towing: 13-18 mpg.
What it can pull
Rule: keep the trailer at 80% of the rating or less.
- Max tow rating
- 6,000 lb
- 80% of the rating
- 4,800 lb
- Hitch class at max
- III, up to 8,000 lb
| Trailer | Loaded weight | Fits |
|---|---|---|
| Teardrop camper | 1,000 to 2,500 lb | Yes |
| Utility trailer | 1,000 to 3,000 lb | Yes |
| Pop-up camper | 1,500 to 3,000 lb | Yes |
| Boat on a trailer | 2,000 to 6,000 lb | Some, up to 4,800 lb |
| Small travel trailer | 3,000 to 5,000 lb | Some, up to 4,800 lb |
| Mid-size travel trailer | 5,000 to 7,500 lb | No |
| Car on a car hauler | 5,500 to 7,500 lb | No |
| Large travel trailer | 7,500 to 10,000 lb | No |
| Fifth wheel | 10,000 to 16,000 lb | No |
Trailer weights are typical loaded weights.
Tow rating by trim
Cheapest at 6,000 lb: 2.5T RWD, $57,700.
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Tow rating | Curb weight | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5T RWD | 2.5L | RWD | 6,000 lb | 4,709 lb | $57,700 |
| 2.5T AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | AWD | 6,000 lb | 4,842 lb to 5,104 lb | $59,850 |
| 2.5T Select AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | AWD | 6,000 lb | 5,019 lb | $63,750 |
| 2.5T Advanced AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | AWD | 6,000 lb | 5,085 lb | $68,600 |
| 2.5T Prestige AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | AWD | 6,000 lb | 5,140 lb | $73,500 |
| 3.5T Advanced AWD | 3.5L 6cyl | AWD | 6,000 lb | 5,049 lb to 5,239 lb | $75,950 |
| 3.5T Prestige AWD | 3.5L 6cyl | AWD | 6,000 lb | 5,049 lb to 5,338 lb | $82,330 |
| 3.5T Prestige Black AWD | 3.5L 6cyl | AWD | 6,000 lb | 5,049 lb to 5,250 lb | $83,250 |
| Coupe 3.5T AWD | 3.5L 6cyl | AWD | 6,000 lb | 5,184 lb | N/A |
| Coupe 3.5T e-SC MHEV AWD | 3.5L 6cyl | AWD | 6,000 lb | 5,049 lb to 5,294 lb | N/A |
| Coupe 3.5T e-SC MHEV Prestige Black AWD | 3.5L 6cyl | AWD | 6,000 lb | 5,184 lb | N/A |
Max rating by year
Same max rating from 2022 to 2026: 6,000 lb.
Rivals: max tow rating
| Model | Max tow rating | Cheapest trim at max | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Expedition | 9,600 lb | Active 4x2 | $62,700 |
| Nissan Armada | 8,500 lb | 4x2 SV | $58,840 |
| Genesis GV80 (this car) | 6,000 lb | 2.5T RWD | $57,700 |
| Toyota Land Cruiser | 6,000 lb | 1958 4WD | $57,600 |
| Jaguar F PACE | 5,291 lb | P250 R-Dynamic S AWD | $57,000 |
| Lexus TX | 5,000 lb | 350 FWD | $56,940 |
| Lincoln Aviator | 5,000 lb | Premiere RWD | $56,910 |
Lists by trailer weight
Other models rated for these weights.
- What can tow 1,500 lb? 173 models (2026)
- What can tow 2,000 lb? 155 models (2026)
- What can tow 3,500 lb? 135 models (2026)
- What can tow 5,000 lb? 92 models (2026)
What this cannot tell you
Ratings need the right hitch and tow package.
Passengers and cargo count against the payload.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree