2020 NEW Genesis G90 vs Mercedes S-Class // When The Bargain Meets The Boss 

The fact that the G 90 is being compared to this is an enormous accomplishment

I recently bought a 2016 Genesis AWD with the ultimate package and I absolutely love it. $25k with 7 year warranty is an insane deal for what you get.

I respect Hyundai for trying to make this car. I've owned several Mercedes while I was stationed in Germany but it is very impressive that Hyundai is doing what they're doing

"The Genesis does feel that it is lacking some identity, and that's something I hope will change over time..." C'mon dude...Mercedes has been building luxury cars for over century. Hyundai has been building luxury cars for 10 years. And look how far they've come in that time...hell, look at how far they've come since 2017 when the Genesis brand was born. Give the Koreans 100 years and then talk to me about identity. I was never one to pay for a name brand; I have always been about getting the most bang for the buck. In the US, a G90 Ultimate is $76700. A comparably equipped S560 would be $145000. The G90 is 90% of the car that the S class is (with better initial quality according to JD Powers and a way better warranty) for 53% of the price. That's why I have a 2018 G90 parked in my garage.

I wasn't a fan of the g90 in the pictures but one passed by me yesterday and it looks properly stunning in real life.

The fact that genesis is being compared to cars that cost twice the cost of itself is incredible and tells you how much effort genesis has been through

The grill on the G90 can be also used as a Korean BBQ grill at tailgate parties.

Honestly the more I saw the G90, the more I enjoyed its design. At first the grill looked horrendous to me

I don’t even have $1000 why am I watching this...

The exterior design of the G90 is absolutely incredible. So unique. I love those straight, simple headlights (and extended DRLs) paired with the diamond grille that stretches to the front splitter. To me, the G90's exterior hit the nail on the head over the S-class. It's understated, yet with just enough flair that people won't mistake it for an E-class or a big C-class. Interior still goes to the Merc, and it better at that price point. Bang-up job by the Koreans. I really hope people start paying them attention. It's unfortunate that they created these incredible luxury sedans that won't sell as well in a world dominated by boring crossovers.

i'll wait three years, buy it used after depreciation does its wonderful magic. New car buyers, thank you for holding the bag :)

Basically they both agreed that it’s a fantastic car. Good enough to be compared to the big boys. All it needs is an image. A big race win or a movie feature. That’s all I wanted to hear. Good job genesis.

I have G80 which I bought it 8 months ago and I love my car. It has so many options not only safety related but also the ones that makes driving much easier. Definitely love my new car

I barely have money to pay for internet to watch this

Just want to say that I love my Genesis G90 5.0 - I got it as a lease return (2019) for an absolute bargain at $57K CAD. I'm not going to lie - there are times when I miss my Camaro that was wrapped in Rolling Thunder color changing vinyl (which I traded towards the Genesis). Almost every time I took that car out, people would give me a thumbs up or do a double take. But after two Canadian winters and numerous spin outs on the 407, I decided to go the more practical route. The Genesis is best described as "stately" - it looks okay when parked by itself, but the car can only be appreciated in full when you see it on the road beside other cars. It's size and overall design language make you realize that the Genesis is something special, and anybody that actually sits inside of it is blown away by the quality. Sure it doesn't attract as much attention as a BMW or Mercedes, but I have had several people ask me if it was a Bentley. Plus, in the 10 months I have owned the car, there hasn't even been so much as a hiccup - the warranty and concierge service is out of this world. If you factor in that virtually nobody else has one (less than 1000 sold in Canada), you have a car that is truly unique and worth every penny. PS: I really hope the 2023 Genesis G90 comes to North America - that car is the best looking full sized sedan I have ever seen. If somebody offered me an S Class or a New G90, I would actually chose the latter despite the lack of brand recognition. It is just that good looking.

In 5 years, this Genesis will be mine

Had a Mercedes for 7 years. Went for test drive G90 last week and fell in love. I dont feel much of difference in overall quality. This car is definitely a handsome looking car that will give you a high class feel with much lower investment.

With the G90, the wheels are like that for more than just style. "Its G-Matrix 19-inch dish-type wheels have sound absorption technology to noticeably reduce noise within." That's pretty cool.

The new Genesis G90 definitely looks like the Korean S-class

It’s funny hearing these cars referred to as “boats”. I think you guys need to drive some 70s American luxury cars to realize that these current cars are actually quite conservative in size and don’t drive anything like boats in that they don’t throw all sportiness and handling out the window for the sake of ridiculous softness and smoothness.

This new G90 design has grown on me so much since first seeing. Those guys at Genesis know what theyre doing. That Creaky Meadows tree comment was too funny! I feel special knowing my old 2013 Genesis uses this same engine but with even more power.

Nobody: Audi: we have enlarged our single grill about 2% BMW: hol'up, hol'up, holllll'up Genesis: ....BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEER! Hoooooooooooooooold It!!!!!

The new Genesis G90 looks like a car that will definitely be in a spy movie

That "this must be how cyclists in Toronto feel" had me dying 🤣

Genesis is the Lexus of the 2010s. They’re building quality, luxury vehicles that seriously rival the big German brands. The only thing holding them back is unfounded bias/stigma from people who refuse to actually drive a Genesis.

14:15 "Genesis should do a partnership with a really fancy..." "Yeah, like Casio." LMFAO

"You're watching throttle house and I'm Thomas, and I'm James, AND IM BATMAN!!!!"

As a Jag owner, I love my car, I love the luxury features, but the constant maintenance headaches and problems the car has is what attracts me much more to the Genesis rather than a German rival. The better service and better warranty at a much lower price point plus running on 87 octane gas is a huge plus, its a cost saving reliable luxury car which you do not really find in terms of the running costs for other brands, the only thing is whether I can get over the lack of power in the Genesis, yeah 420 is plenty, but my supercharger really makes me happy...and the potential to have nearly 600hp versus a 420 hp genesis with less torque is a hard argument, so I guess the bigger question beyond brand reputation is faster and higher maintenance versus cheaper and less of a headache.

The S Class is what I want but the G 90 is what I need.

"It's very brown in here... I feel like I'm inside of a tree" 😂😂🤣

What you guys didn't do, and what at least one of these cars is built for, is drive it up and down the autobahn at 250+ km/h for a couple of hours at a time, which is how S classes spend much of their time. Then you'd figure out more clearly where the extra cash that you payed for the Mercedes went. High speed stability, effortless way in which it can be driven at extreme speeds with zero stress, etc. is what makes German high end luxury sedans better than any other. Sure you can make a car that feels nice stationary or at low speeds, that has high quality materials in the interior, etc. It's not like Germany has special wood and special cows. But making a car that feels rock solid at high speeds and during extreme driving, is a bit more difficult. The autobahn shows you the difference between true luxury cars and knock offs built for price undercutting. Also note that the G90 is a brand new development, while the S class is in the last year of it's life cycle. New model is already being developed and spied on roads in Germany. So you're comparing the beginning of a generation to the end of a generation. Not to mention that everything about the Genesis that makes it feel as good as the German competitors has been COPIED from those same German competitors. All the materials, designs solutions, details, etc. have a clear "knock off" sense to them. Which is not surprising, considering how many ex-German car company engineers were employed by Kia/Hyundai in the last decade or so, which led to those companies going from making really crappy cars to really good ones overnight. That's what makes them lose their value, because these cars didn't get to the point they're at now through years and years of development and R&D, figuring out what works and what doesn't, solving engineering problems, etc. They got to this point by buying the competitor cars, taking them apart, and copying every part of them, with just enough changes to avoid copyright claims and patent breaches.

I saw this g90 in person couple days ago and it looks really nice. It's something new... everyone in my car at least looked at it for 10 sec and all said that looks nice. I have not been inside but outside looks very nice.

Batman: Where's the S class? Driver: It's in the shop, sir.

17:02 "But it's another optional extra" had me killed broooo XD

James: "That's quite a big package" Thomas: "If you're an S-Class owner, that's what you want to have (a big package)"

I actually like the Genesis' grille better. A shield. A freaking shield. It's amazing!

"The rules don't apply to me...this must be how cyclists in Toronto feel!" I am dead lol

Another epic intro. Please could we have a Throttle House superheroes spin off?!!

I would personally go for the genesis. In the luxury car realm, the Mercedes is just so common. The genesis is different than everything in its class and I can stand out from the rest. Badge snobs can say what they want but at least genesis owners won’t have to step foot in the dealership or service department. They get the 10year/100k mile warranty and genesis and Hyundai are cheaper to run in the long run.

Brand snobbery : If a friend tells me he's got a MB, I'd be like "aww, so nice!". If a friend tells me he's got a Genesis, I'd like " OMG REALLY GIVE ME A RIDE, CAN I DRIVE IT?". We need more variety, newer dreams! Good video guys! (like always)

Somehow the writing and presentation of your videos are very classic Top Gear-esque and I love that. It's fresh yet familiar. Fun yet informative. Keep at it guys and more success is whats ahead

Best car review channel on YT... aside from savagegeese, no one else is even close... Love the comedic one liners thrown in... production value is excellent...

One of these days, someone out there is going to put Superman's S on the front grill of their G90.

Me: Mom I want Batman... Mom: We already have Batman at home. Batman at home: 0:04......

“It’s like a safe space, I need one of those, I’m a millennial” 😂😂😂

“Bargain” 90K whos the audience lol saudi arabia

@16:17 Genesis don’t need John Wick driving it ... they’ve got Tiger Wood.

S-class; the silent smooth chicken killer.

Been eye balling a 2017 G90 for some time and with the release of the 2020 it should drive down pricing to $30,000 USD for a low mileage, 5.0 Ultimate with AWD. That is a lot of car for that money, especially one with a substantial factory warranty still intact.

Those 1st 30 secs looked like a scene from some porn parody. 😆 Edit: Damn, thank you so much all those liked this comment. This is the highest number I have ever got on a comment. 🙏🙏

Exceptional video production quality, especially love the appropriate classical music! Love you guys.. and how each does a real-time description of the ride while driving. Wow! 2.8million views now..

3:04 as someone who recently got my license in Toronto this is the most accurate thing I have ever heard

the G90 is very beautiful

The intros are just about the best parts of these videos lol. Great job guys

Excellent and very fair review...nice job, guys. You touched on virtually everything relevant in comparing these two. One thing I do differ with you on, though...you opine that the Genesis cars lack an identity. Since they've pulled their top-tier design team together, I think they actually are creating a unique design language and positioning for their line. It has no legacy, because it's new, and it has necessarily overlap with other competitors. Considering the talent they have working on these, it seems clear that that is specifically their mission. While it is true that the Benz has an identifiable brand feel and aesthetic (some of which you associate with them just because they've been doing it for awhile), it seems in some ways a little dated to my eyes, or perhaps like it's trying a little too hard. Take, for example, the glossy dash with the bank of round a/c vents. I think the understated styling of the G90 is actually prettier in some respects, particularly the interior, and seems a little more Audi-modern than the Mercedes. Just my take. But, I really enjoyed hearing your view(s)...please keep up the fine work.

"It's feel like a safe space, and I need this. I'm a millenial!" I liked the video after that line

God. I love the G90 it’s beautiful.

I’m a big Hyundai, Kia, Genesis fan. Owner a 2012 Hyundai Genesis RSpec. Best car I’ve ever owned..and I’ve owner many BMW 3 Series

All I can think about now is wanting to be inside of a red velvet cupcake, covered in cream cheese.

This Genesis grill will be a favorite for any cookout.

I even loved Hyundai Sonata 2013 compaired to other cars in it's class. It just gives you the feeling that you can go anywhere long distance day and night with the car and feel comfortable and relaxed like the car is with you.

1:45 The s class actually has a lower drag coefficient than mclaren so its more aerodynamic :p

I've been looking for a while for a news/esque on new vehicles, reviews, and releases to replace Motortrend after their channel went garbage. As a Canadian, hearing metric numbers, Canadian references, and your great style, I subbed almost instantly. Looking forward to checking out more of your stuff, this is the first one of your videos I've stumbled upon!

In the intro, the genesis somehow looks more premium than the s class would have.

The G90 looks classic, I like it

20 years ago any kind of Korean Flagship model was not able to compare with even MB C-Class. 10 years ago someone is agonizing between MB E -Class and EQUUS( Previous Hyundai Flagship Model) Now someone compare with G90 (3L turbo) to MB S560 MB S560 is comprehensive better than G90 (3L turbo) nevertheless it is astonishing improvement of Hyundai Motors. And FYI. If you have a political reputation in Korea , you will use G90 in official event.

You guys are amazing! I found your channel yesterday and I LOVE IT!! Love your humor, love your style!

Wow that Genesis looks really good on that grill

First of all: I'm not a huge Mercedes-fan. However, I have to admit that there's something special when you're driving (in) an S-Class. My boss has an S500 (S560 for the U.S.) LWB. Every time I step out of my 540i (which is a great car itself) and step in to his S-Class, I can't deny that it's an absolute dream. I'd pick the S-Class over every other competitor, even the 7 series.

Genesis is sooo close to taking over, i have a G70 and i do agree exactly with the boys here, it is missing a tiny bit of something....... Identity ? Character ? As soon as Genesis figures it out then things will get serious

It's interesting that the cheaper platform mate Kia K900 has full digital instruments but not the G90.

Can't get enough of that Batman intro! I still laugh everytime! Great job guys 🤣🤣🤣

I'd take that G90

its great if you guys discussed the warranty as well, and cost of maintenance. 👍🏽

I think I've downloaded the wrong version of BatMan...

Absolutely amazed by our G80 5.0. The warranty and bang for the buck. Nothing can touch it!

G90 is an excellent car but the nothing can beat the mighty s class

Mercedes S class: Rev up your money pit! Genesis G90: Traveling around the world with the money you saved!

People who think the S-Class is the cream of the crop have never driven one. Traded mine in after 4 months.

In our country, a used 2021 G90 costs $90,000, a used S-Class costs $110,000. The choice is obvious - S-Class.

Can you please test the noise in these cars by using sound meter.

"it's quite a big package" "Well, if you're an s class owner, thats what you wanna have..."

"Your using a vw charger" *LOOKS AT CAMERA NERVOUSLY* 😳 ... "No" 😂

I bought the G90 after owning the S Class for 8 years. I loved my S Class, but honestly I love the G90 even more. The Mercedes is a bit outdated looking and very common where I live. But the G90 is different, unique, and very beautiful. It saved my life on Monday. I was driving home later and I fell asleep at the wheel, but the car was on auto pilot and lane keeping, and kept me safe. Fantastic car in every respect.

Genesis 💯

A great car is one that you look forward to driving each time you start up.

They don’t belong next to each other. A Mercedes s class is more exclusive than a rebadged Hyundai

The Genesis will be the car that represents the astonishing progress of this twenty two years.

17:14 "I think i ran over some basic peasant." You mean pheasant dear? "Yeah sure..."

this is my new favorite car channel, the fist vid of thus channel I watched was the new rolls vs old rolls vid and that was soo good I had to subscribe and the vids are all awesome and informative. keep up the great work

I've been driven in the new Genesis G90 in Korea and I have to say it is a very understated car. Incredible luxury and comfort in the backseats not to mention the very good sound insulation from road and wind noise. IMO it kind of sits in between the E-class and the S-class in terms of luxury.

가격적으로 엄청난 메리트가 있다 그들만의 헤리티지를 써나갔으면 좋겠다 가슴이 웅장해진다

"...this must be how cyclists in Toronto feel" 🤣🤣🤣

I’ll definitely take the s class any day, although I prefer the coupe in the AMG variant in a matte grey color.

I recently picked up a 2017 low miles G90 for half the new sticker price. Compared to the previous "name brand" car I owned, this is way more car. If you have to drive a big name, this isn't the car for you. If you want ultimate luxury with great features, get a G90.

Of all the bigger luxury cars I would have them in this order Slightly used Bentley mulsanne S class Audi a8L Genesis g90 Volvo s90 excellence Used s65 amg Tesla p100d Bmw m550i

I'll wait until Lexus tells everyone how to make a twin turbo V8.

13:07 "It feels like I'm inside in a tree" +1

Thomas comparing the G90 wheels to a Century and James’ “whatever” reaction is quite ironic considering he now has Century! Yes, I just came here from that video. Amazing purchase James!

G90 gets my win !! The S-Class is very nice but...standing out and not seeing an S-Class every 20 mins ( at least where I reside) is awesome !