Reliability GuideCommon Problems with the
Common Problems with the
2025 Genesis GV60
The 2025 mid-cycle refresh refined the GV60 electric crossover for the UK market with an upgraded 84kWh battery, standard Micro-Lens Array (MLA) headlamps, improved aerodynamic bumpers lowering drag to 0.28 Cd, and a seamless 27-inch OLED panoramic digital cockpit. The update also restructured the UK trim range into Pure, Sport, and Performance, setting the stage for the flagship 641PS Magma.
What changed for 2025
- •Traction battery capacity increased from 77.4kWh to 84kWh, providing improved real-world driving range across all variants
- •Interior updated with a seamless 27-inch curved OLED infotainment and digital driver instrument display panel
- •Aerodynamic front and rear bumpers restyled to reduce aerodynamic drag coefficient down to 0.28 Cd
- •Micro-Lens Array (MLA) twin-strip LED headlights fitted as standard across all UK model specifications
- •Revised UK trim walk introducing the rear-wheel-drive Pure entry model alongside Sport and Performance AWD
- •Over-the-air (OTA) software capability expanded to include suspension controller and braking management modules
Common MOT watch-outs
- !Rear brake disc scoring and surface rust from wet UK weather and high dependence on i-Pedal regenerative braking
- !Uneven rear tyre tread wear across high-power dual-motor Sport and Performance models under rapid electric acceleration
- !Suspension stabilizer link and ball-joint wear caused by high vehicle kerb weight on distressed UK urban streets
Buying Tips for 2025 Genesis GV60
- Ensure the vehicle has received all over-the-air updates for the ICCU battery charging software and infotainment
- Check that both the rotating Crystal Sphere gear selector and the 27-inch OLED panel operate smoothly from a cold start
- Inspect all four electronic flush-fitting door handles to ensure they pop out smoothly without binding or motor stutter