The GV80 is a brand-new entrant into the mid-size luxury SUV marketplace. It will go on sale in summer 2020 as a 2021 model.
Pros Lovely interior ambience, standard high-tech features, agile handling.
Cons Cramped third-row passenger space, no diesel engine for the U.S., heavily weighted steering feel.
The gorgeous 2021 Genesis GV80 could pass for a six-figure SUV.
Pros Handsome exterior Sumptuous interior Supremely quiet Roomy rear seats Attention to detail
Cons Console dial confusion Insecure active lane control Infotainment dial Touchscreen distance
The Genesis GV80 is finally on local roads, and it's hard not to be impressed by the new luxury flagship. It's a segment that Genesis needs to succeed in, too.
Pros Choice of engines and match with eight-speed are excellent Execution of the design and the cabin is first-rate Styling provides a real point of difference
Cons Lane-departure system is a little too enthusiastic on country roads Two-spoke steering wheel takes some getting used to Third row is still tight despite the GV80's size
Not much. Mechanically the Tahoe remains unchanged, as does the interior. New items are limited to the wheels: Chevy offers new 22-inch gloss-black aluminum wheels with custom silver accents and 22-inch machined-aluminum wheels with a bright silver finish.
Pros Rugged construction, 8600-pound max tow rating, quiet cabin.
Cons Cramped third row, high load floor, not fuel efficient.
The 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe comes with four wheel drive, and rear wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed shiftable automatic.Minor revisions to optional feature availability.
Pros Seating for up to nine people Standard V8 offers impressive towing capability Interior is well-trimmed and quiet Optional 6.2-liter V8 adds performance and capability
Cons Sluggish engine and brake responses High trunk floor makes loading difficult and reduces cargo space Maneuvering in tight spaces is a challenge
In its last year before a redesign, the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe offers old-school SUV chops with a heaping helping of additional options and features.
Pros Strong V-8 engines Easy infotainment system Plenty of options Big, luxurious cabin Massive towing capacity
Cons Truck-like ride and handling Subpar efficiency High cargo floor Tiny storage behind third row Crossovers and minivans offer more space