The Genesis GV80, launched in December 2020, has established itself as a luxurious and safe option in the large SUV segment.
Featuring robust engineering and advanced safety systems, the GV80 has been awarded a 5-star ANCAP safety rating, specifically for its AWD variants equipped with 2.5L petrol and 3.0L diesel engines.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of its safety credentials and features.
Key Safety Scores
The Genesis GV80 achieves high scores across various safety categories under ANCAP’s rigorous testing:
- Adult Occupant Protection: 91% (34.93 out of 38 points)
- Child Occupant Protection: 88% (43.41 out of 49 points)
- Vulnerable Road User Protection: 66% (36.04 out of 54 points)
- Safety Assist: 79% (12.69 out of 16 points)
Advanced Safety Features
The GV80 is equipped with a suite of cutting-edge safety features designed to protect occupants and other road users:
Airbags:
- Dual frontal airbags
- Side head-protecting airbags (1st, 2nd, and 3rd rows)
- Side chest-protecting airbags
- Driver knee airbag
- Centre airbag for far-side impact protection
Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB):
- Car-to-Car
- Vulnerable Road User (VRU)
- Junction Assist
- Backover detection for reversing scenarios
Lane Support Systems:
- Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Emergency Lane Keeping (ELK)
Child Safety:
- Child Presence Alert
- ISOFix anchor points in the second row
- Top tether anchorages for all second-row seats
Driver Assistance:
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Driver fatigue monitoring
- 360-degree camera system
- Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Crash Test Performance
Adult Occupant Protection
- Scored maximum points in side impact and oblique pole tests.
- The passenger compartment remained stable in frontal offset tests.
- Features like the centre airbag provided excellent far-side impact protection.
Child Occupant Protection
- Good protection for all critical areas of child dummies in frontal and side impact tests.
- Accommodates most child restraint systems (CRS), though care is needed for some models in certain positions.
Vulnerable Road User Protection
- The GV80’s bonnet provides a mix of good and adequate head protection for pedestrians, though the front edge shows some weak results.
- The AEB system effectively detects and reacts to pedestrians and cyclists in most scenarios.
Safety Assist
- Excellent performance in AEB tests across various scenarios, avoiding or mitigating collisions effectively.
- Good lane support functionality ensures safe driving in diverse conditions.
Dimensions and Build
The Genesis GV80 features a robust design with excellent crash compatibility:
- Length: 4945mm
- Width: 1975mm
- Height: 1715mm
- Wheelbase: 2955mm
Its structure ensures high levels of protection for its occupants, though it scored lower in compatibility tests with smaller vehicles due to its size and weight.
Additional Innovations
- Child Presence Detection: Alerts the driver if a child is left inside the vehicle.
- Rescue Sheet: Provides essential information for first responders in case of an accident.
- Self-Driving Tech: Semi-autonomous driving capabilities enhance safety during long trips.
Let's Wrap Up
The Genesis GV80 combines luxury, performance, and top-tier safety features, making it a standout choice in the large SUV category.
With its 5-star ANCAP rating and cutting-edge technology, the GV80 sets a high benchmark for safety and innovation, ensuring peace of mind for drivers and passengers alike.
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