While Genesis was previously planning to launch exclusively EVs starting in 2025, slowing adoption rates have put those plans on hold. "We will continue to offer ICE, hybrid, and extended. Genesis hybrids will leverage Hyundai's upcoming TMED-II hybrid system, which is expected to go into production in January 2025.
Genesis, Hyundai Motor Group's luxury brand, is shifting gears in its electrification strategy by introducing hybrid models-starting with the GV80 SUV. According to Korea JoongAng Daily, mass production of the Genesis GV80 Hybrid will begin in September 2026 at the Ulsan plant in South Korea. Hybrid sales at Genesis parent Hyundai have increased dramatically each year for most of the last decade.
It sold 509,343 hybrids worldwide last year, 35 percent more than the year before. Genesis is literally doubling down on hybrid electrification with two new versions of the GV70: a Hybrid and EREV. Genesis will launch its first hybrid in 2026, followed by EREVs shortly after.
At least two new SUVs are set to join the lineup, a full. 2025 Genesis: In a significant pivot from its earlier all-electric ambitions, Genesis-the luxury arm of Hyundai-is now embracing hybrids and range-extender electric vehicles (EREVs) as part of its evolving strategy for electrification. This shift highlights how automakers are adapting to real-world consumer behaviors and evolving global markets, offering a more balanced and diversified.
Genesis has begun road-testing a hybrid version of its GV80 SUV, according to recently released spy footage from Korea. The heavily camouflaged prototypes suggest not only a new hybrid powertrain but also a series of exterior and interior updates, pointing to a potential refresh scheduled for the 2026 model year. After the first Genesis hybrid SUV models, due to be revealed in 2025, will come extended.
Hyundai to expand hybrid lineup to Genesis In the statement, Hyundai plans to double its hybrid lineup from seven to 14 models, with production commencing in January 2025. Current hybrids include.