The upcoming Genesis GV90, the brand’s inaugural flagship electric SUV, will also serve as the launchpad for Connect-W, a cutting-edge system designed to revolutionize the connected car experience. Based on the Pleos guide we discovered, we have some intriguing insights suggesting that GV90 will feature at least a movable screen. Notably, one of the buttons below the main screen (as seen in the recently shared spy photos) has an icon depicting a screen with an up and down arrow. However, what truly confirms this is the information we found in the guide and the image above. Connect-W seems to have two modes: “Standard” and “Extended.” These modes correspond to the one shown in the spy photos, but only when the car is parked. The extended model is likely intended to be displayed only when the car is parked, allowing users to enjoy apps like YouTube and Netflix. The clue could be that the extended mode displays the “P” while the standard mode shows the speed.
The “Pleos Connect” Era for Genesis
Market analysts believe that Connect-W may represent the Genesis-specific implementation of Hyundai Motor Group’s groundbreaking Pleos Connect software.
Unveiled at the “Pleos 25” developer conference, Pleos is the group’s new end-to-end software platform built on Android Automotive OS (AAOS). By integrating the GV90 into this ecosystem, Genesis is moving toward a true Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) model.
Unified Intelligence: ConnectW is expected to leverage Gleo AI, a generative AI assistant capable of natural, context-aware conversations.
Pleos ID Integration: Owners will likely use a Pleos ID, allowing their personalized settings, seat positions, and media preferences to follow them across any compatible vehicle in the group.
The “Tesla-Style” Shift: Leaked interface designs for the Pleos ecosystem suggest a move toward large, high-resolution freestanding displays with smartphone-like multi-window capabilities, marking a bold departure from traditional luxury dashboard layouts.
Quality-First Production at the New Ulsan Plant
To ensure the GV90 and its Connect-W system meet the highest global standards, Hyundai Motor Group adjusted the production timeline. Originally slated for the first half of 2026, mass production at the Ulsan EV-dedicated plant has been moved to the second half of the year.
This facility is a landmark for the company—it is the first new domestic plant established by Hyundai in nearly 30 years. The brief delay reflects a “quality-first” approach, ensuring the complex software and electric drivetrain are perfectly synchronized before the global launch.
Scaling the Genesis Ecosystem
The introduction of the GV90 and Connect-W comes at a pivotal moment. Since becoming an independent luxury division, Genesis has surpassed 1.5 million cumulative sales, proving its strength against established European rivals.
While the G80 and GV80 Hybrids will address immediate market demand during the current “EV chasm,” the GV90 is the high-tech flagship designed to prove that Genesis can lead the world in vehicle intelligence and digital luxury.
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