Used Genesis GV60: a luxury EV bargain, with strings attached

The used Genesis GV60 is one of the most striking value stories in the EV market right now. A car that cost £46,000 or more new can be had for £17,000-£26,000 in pre-facelift Premium form, which is genuinely remarkable money for a luxury, 800V, E-GMP electric SUV with a lovely interior and Hyundai-Kia engineering underneath. For most buyers the entry Premium (rear-wheel drive, the longest range in the range) is the pick, with the dual-motor Sport and Sport Plus there if you want the pace.

The strings attached are the same ones that come with any E-GMP car, plus a couple specific to a low-volume luxury brand. The GV60 carries the platform's ICCU charging-unit issue (the same one covered in our Ioniq 5 and EV6 guides), it has had an unusually high number of recalls for a first-year luxury EV, and Genesis runs a small (if growing) UK service network with some parts coming from Korea. None of that need put you off, but it does mean buying carefully and doing the recall checks. The rest of this piece covers the versions, the ICCU and recall picture, and what to verify before signing.

Which version, and what changed

The GV60 was Genesis's first bespoke EV, launched in the UK in 2022 on the same 800V E-GMP platform as the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6. It's a compact, coupe-influenced luxury SUV with party tricks like a rotating "crystal sphere" gear selector, facial-recognition entry and a fingerprint reader.

Pre-facelift (2022 to mid-2025) cars use the 77.4kWh battery (around 74kWh usable) in three trims:

• Premium: rear-wheel drive, 226bhp, the longest range of the line-up at up to 321 miles WLTP. The value and efficiency pick.
• Sport: dual-motor all-wheel drive, 314bhp, 0-62mph in about 5.5 seconds, around 289 miles.
• Sport Plus: dual-motor, 429bhp (483bhp on a 10-second Boost), 0-62mph in about 4.0 seconds, around 280 miles.

All charge on 800 volts at up to roughly 233kW, so a 10-80% top-up can take around 18 minutes on a powerful enough rapid charger, one of the GV60's real strengths.

The 2025 facelift is the key breakpoint, mirroring the Ioniq 5 update: a larger 84kWh battery, a fresh face, and renamed trims (Pure, Sport, Performance), with claimed ranges now above 300 miles across the board, up to 348 miles for the entry Pure. The Performance gains a synthesised "fake gearbox" borrowed from the Ioniq 5 N, and a higher-performance Magma version was announced to sit above it. Facelift cars are still scarce and expensive used, so most of the used market is pre-facelift 77.4kWh cars.

The ICCU situation

The GV60 shares the E-GMP Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU), so the same issue that affects the Ioniq 5 and EV6 applies here. In brief: the ICCU handles the conversion that keeps the 12V system charged, and a known fault can cause it to stop doing so, draining the 12V battery and potentially dropping the car into a reduced-power "fail-safe" mode, with a warning giving you time to stop. It's a charging-electronics problem, not a traction-battery degradation problem.

Two pieces of good news for a used buyer. First, there's been a recall: Genesis UK has a campaign to update the ICCU software and inspect, and where necessary replace, the ICCU and its fuse, free of charge. Second, the GV60 is included in the manufacturer's 15-year ICCU warranty extension, the same programme that covers the Hyundai and Kia E-GMP cars, so the financial exposure on this component is substantially reduced.

One caveat worth being precise about: the published UK detail on the extension has centred on Hyundai and Kia, and Genesis is a separate UK entity. The GV60 is named in the extension programme, but confirm the exact terms and any build-date cut-off for the specific car directly with Genesis UK before relying on it. As with the Ioniq 5, post-update and later-build cars are understood to have an improved ICCU, but the practical rule is simple: confirm all ICCU recall work is done, in writing.

The other recalls (this is the unusual bit)

What sets the GV60 apart from its Hyundai and Kia siblings is the sheer number of recalls for a first-year luxury car. Beyond the ICCU, the notable UK and international campaigns include:

• Rear driveshaft. Certain early GV60s had a rear driveshaft that could fracture and cause a loss of drive. This is a genuine safety recall with a free fix, and a must-check on 2022-2023 cars.
• Instrument cluster blackout. A software bug could cause the digital instrument cluster to fail to boot or go blank while driving, temporarily losing your speedometer and warning lights. Fixed with updated software (occasionally a cluster replacement). Inconvenient by day, genuinely unsafe at night.
• Exterior trim. A campaign covering windscreen or rear transverse trim that could loosen at speed.

None of these is expensive to put right (all are free recall work), but collectively they mean a VIN-level recall check isn't optional on a used GV60. A car with everything closed out is fine; one with outstanding campaigns is a job list.

Other known issues to verify

12V battery quirks. Closely tied to the ICCU, the GV60 can show "dead 12V" symptoms, won't-wake-up, won't-shift, random errors. Often the 12V battery itself was quietly degraded by months of marginal ICCU behaviour. Ask whether the 12V has been tested or replaced, and get a printout if so.

Screen and infotainment glitches. Occasional reboots, blackouts and bug-prone in-car tech are common on early cars. Many are improved by software updates, some delivered over the air. Check the car is on a recent software version.

Dealer and parts delays. Genesis is low-volume in the UK, and some parts come from Korea, so owners report longer waits for appointments and components than with a mainstream brand. The network is growing, but check there's a Genesis service point within reasonable reach.

Cold-weather range. As with all the E-GMP cars, winter range drops noticeably; a heat-pump-equipped car helps.

Reassuringly, the traction battery and motors have proved robust, with few pack or motor failures and modest degradation. Owners consistently rate the build quality, interior and driving experience highly, which is why satisfaction stays strong even though the GV60's reliability for the model specifically sits below average, dragged down by the electronics and the ICCU rather than by anything fundamental.

Pre-purchase checks specific to the GV60

In addition to the usual used-EV checks in the 14-point checklist:

• Run a full VIN recall check. Confirm the ICCU campaign, the rear-driveshaft recall and the instrument-cluster software update have all been completed. Get it in writing. This is the single most important step.
• Confirm the ICCU warranty-extension status for the specific car with Genesis UK, given the GV60 is included in the 15-year programme.
• Check the 12V battery has been tested or replaced, ideally with a printout.
• Confirm software is up to date and test the screens and cluster behave.
• Test rapid charging with a preconditioned battery; the GV60 should pull strongly on an 800V-capable charger. Note the battery-preconditioning function is buried in the menus.
• Check remaining warranty. Genesis's five-year vehicle warranty and eight-year battery warranty transfer with the car. A 2022 car has only a year or so of the basic warranty left but years of battery cover and the ICCU extension running well beyond that.
• Check dealer proximity and ask what's left of any Genesis care-plan benefits.
• Run a battery health check if you can. See the battery state of health guide. Many listings now quote a state-of-health figure; treat a healthy reading as a plus.

What a used GV60 should cost in mid-2026

The used market is small but the depreciation has been dramatic, which is the whole appeal. Approximate retail pricing for clean examples with reasonable mileage:

Year	Variant	Price band
2022/23	Premium (RWD, 77.4kWh)	£17,000-£26,000
2022/23	Sport (AWD, 77.4kWh)	£20,000-£28,000
2022/23	Sport Plus (AWD, 77.4kWh)	£24,000-£34,000
2024	Premium / Sport (77.4kWh)	£24,000-£34,000
2025	Facelift (84kWh, Pure/Sport/Performance)	£40,000-£55,000+

For context, pre-facelift GV60s cost roughly £46,000 to £65,000 new, so a used buyer is often saving £25,000 or more. That's punishing depreciation for original owners and one of the strongest luxury-EV value plays going for used buyers, provided you're comfortable with the recall homework and the smaller dealer network. Private sales typically sit a little below dealer prices, but on a brand this size a dealer with Genesis history can be worth the premium.

What it competes with

The GV60's used rivals span mainstream-plus and premium:

• Hyundai Ioniq 5 / Kia EV6 (2022-2024), its mechanical twins, see our Ioniq 5 guide and EV6 guide. Same platform, same ICCU story, more interior space, less luxury polish, and considerably cheaper to buy used. If you don't need the badge or the plush cabin, the EV6 or Ioniq 5 give you the same engineering for less.
• BMW i4, see our i4 guide. A saloon rather than an SUV, the keen-driver's premium choice, with a stronger reliability record.
• Tesla Model Y (2022-2024), see our Model Y guide. More practical and far better for charging access, less special inside.
• BMW iX2, Audi Q6 e-tron and Mercedes EQB/EQE are the natural premium-badge cross-shops; none has a Compass EV guide yet.

The GV60's case rests on genuine luxury and design flair for the money, fast 800V charging, a generous warranty, and used pricing that makes it look almost too cheap. Against it: the ICCU and the unusually long recall list, a small dealer network with potential parts delays, and the general first-generation-EV electronics niggles. Do the checks, buy one with a clean recall and service record, and it's a lot of premium electric car for the money.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Genesis GV60 reliable? It's a mixed picture. The platform, battery and motors are sound, and owners love the car, but the GV60 has had an above-average number of recalls and electronic glitches for its class, mostly software and the shared ICCU charging unit rather than anything catastrophic. Buy one with all recalls completed, a tested 12V battery and current software, and most of the risk is mitigated, helped by a strong warranty.

What's the ICCU issue, and should it worry me? It's the same E-GMP charging-unit fault as on the Ioniq 5 and EV6: the unit can stop charging the 12V system and drop the car into reduced power. It's covered by a recall and by a 15-year ICCU warranty extension that includes the GV60, so the money risk is largely handled, though confirm the specifics with Genesis UK. The main residual concern is the inconvenience of a roadside event, so make sure the recall work is done.

Which trim should I buy? The Premium (now Pure) for most people: rear-wheel drive, the longest range, and the cheapest to buy and run. The Sport and Sport Plus are quick and fun but use more energy and cost more. The Premium is also where the used bargains are most plentiful.

Why is it so cheap used? Steep depreciation, driven by the wider used-EV slump, Genesis's low brand recognition in the UK, and the recall history. That's bad news if you bought new and excellent news if you're buying used, with the warranty still transferring.

Pre-facelift or the 2025 update? The 2025 facelift brings the bigger 84kWh battery and more range, and is the one to have if budget allows, but used examples are scarce and pricey. A pre-facelift car with its 77.4kWh battery and a clean recall record is the value sweet spot.

Does the warranty transfer if I buy used? Yes. Genesis's five-year vehicle warranty and eight-year/100,000-mile battery warranty stay with the car, and the GV60 is included in the 15-year ICCU extension. Confirm the remaining terms against the specific vehicle.